SOLD
Detached and spacious home
A large driveway able to accommodate 7/8 vehicles
A large cellar
Original period features throughout
A 2 bedroom annexe ideal for multi-generational living
Versatile living accommodation
4 bedrooms with 2 en-suites
Various reception rooms
A large conservatory with open views to the gardens
Knott Edge' is a unique home full of character and charm with a rich and varied history that boasts an abundance of versatile living space throughout. Originally dating back to 1775- this home has served a number of purposes and has been a village school and an art gallery to name but a couple. Occupying three floors and also offering a 2 bedroom annexe consisting of a living room- kitchen- bathroom and two double bedrooms with one benefitting from an en-suite. This annexe can be open to the main house or separated creating the perfect solution for those looking for multi-generational living or for an additional income source. The main property boasts good sized rooms packed full of endearing features and comprises of a living room- kitchen- large conservatory- a gallery room with a mezzanine floor above that could be used a variety of different ways- dining room- ground floor cloakroom- two double bedrooms one featuring an en-suite cloakroom and the other a large dressing room- a study space and a family bathroom. To the side of the property is a wide entrance through traditional stone walls leading into the gravelled driveway which is able to accommodate 7/8 vehicles for private parking with a large shed tucked away for storage. An arch covered in lovely mature climbers invitingly leads through to the low maintenance garden directly outside the conservatory that is laid mainly as a patio interspersed by flower beds boasting a variety of planting to create colour all year round- a wonderful circular raised bed and impressive mature trees surrounding. Preston Patrick is a modest village located close to Crooklands and is ideally located with great transport links to the M6 motorway- a 5 miles drive to Kendal and 4.5 miles to the nearest train station in Oxenholme which is on the West Coast main line). The newly refurbished Crooklands Hotel is located just down the road with a primary school rated GOOD by Ofsted located 0.7 miles away and a secondary school rated GOOD by Ofsted 2.7 miles away in nearby Milnthorpe.
3.14m x 4.97m (10-4-x 16-4') & 2.63m x 3.88m (8-8-x 12-9') A generous cellar zoned into two main spaces perfect for additional easy access storage with light- power and a sink present.
2.4m x 2.7m (7-10-x 8-10') A bright and welcoming space- with room for storage with a high vaulted ceiling- original wooden beam detailing and a feature arched window. A door leads into the main hallway and another leads down to the cellar.
2.54m x 6m (8-4-x 19-8') A good sized area offering access to the living room- dining room- hallway and annexe with the wooden staircase leading up to the first floor.
3.79m x 3.83m (12-5-x 12-7') A light and bright room with two high level windows and a feature wall mounted electric fireplace adding a cosy touch. There is access from the garden and benefits from a large floor-to-ceiling built-in storage cupboard with mirrored doors. There is also space for a dining table to seat four comfortably and an additional walk-in storage cupboard.
2.38m x 7.92m (7-10-x 26-0') A sizeable kitchen with an abundance of cream farmhouse style base and wall units- wood effect work surfaces and a tiled splashback. Integrated appliances include a waist height oven and grill above- electric hob and cooker hood above. There is space for a tall fridge freezer- washing machine and dryer. A large picture window ensures the room is full of natural light and offers framed views out to the gardens. At one end of the room is a large corner breakfast bar and a door leading directly out to the gardens. There is internal access into the conservatory at the other end of the room.
3m x 3.84m (9-10-x 12-7') The dining room has space to accommodate a table to seat six with views out to the gardens- wooden beams to the ceiling and two storage cupboards set into the wall at differing heights with the beautiful original wooden doors still in place.
5.24m x 5.49m (17-2-x 18-0') A fantastic and spacious room- which was previously the art gallery- with dual aspect views and a wonderful exposed wooden floor. With the mezzanine floor above- the other half of the room boasts a high ceiling enhancing the sense of space and light. This room could be used a multitude of different ways and also benefits from double stained glass doors leading effortlessly out to the gardens.
1.61m x 3.82m (5-3-x 12-6') A spacious place to take off boots and shoes also with ample space to store coats and bags with access to a cloakroom and the gallery.
1.67m x 2.18m (5-6-x 7-2') A useful addition to any property with a W.C and hand basin.
2.78m x 3.86m (9-1-x 12-8') A spacious hallway offering access to the conservatory- main hallway- dining room and gallery with an impressive wood panel embellishing one wall.
3.2m x 4.85m (10-6-x 15-11') A double bedroom with original wooden feature beams and a Velux window allowing natural light through.
3.43m x 4.92m (11-3-x 16-2') A substantial dressing room accessed from bedroom 1 with two Velux windows allowing natural light to flood through and benefitting from wooden beam features and ample space for storage.
4.99m x 5.11m (16-4-x 16-9') A bright double bedroom with a Velux window and wooden beam ceiling features.
1.37m x 1.98m (4-6-x 6-6') Consisting of a W.C and a hand basin with a vaulted ceiling with original wooden beams.
3m x 5.43m (9-10-x 17-10') A continuation of the landing and leading to bedroom 2 and the mezzanine area. This space is currently used as a study with space for storage and a desk with a Velux window allowing natural light through. There are feature original wooden beams to the ceiling and a walk in cupboard for storage.
1.86m x 2.37m (6-1-x 7-9') Consisting of a shower cubicle with an electric shower- W.C and hand basin with a heated towel rail. A Velux window fills the room with natural light with wooden beams adorning the ceiling.
2.2m x 2.56m (7-3-x 8-5') A spacious landing with an open staircase and high ceiling with wooden beam details.
4.89m x 5.42m (16-1-x 17-9') A unique space bursting with natural light and overlooking the gallery area below. This space could be used as a studio- a reading nook- teenage den or as an office.
4.95m x 5.07m (16-3-x 16-8') A large and elegant living room bursting with original features and natural light. Triple aspect views are afforded through the windows- one of the windows being a unique porthole style and set into an arched alcove. The open fireplace with tiled hearth and wooden surround provides a cosy focal point and coupled with the original wooden beams make this a lovely place to relax.
2.52m x 3.7m (8-3-x 12-2') Cream base and wall units offer storage with contrasting dark work surfaces incorporating a breakfast bar able to seat four with striking red tiled splashbacks. Integrated appliances include a waist height oven with a grill above- an electric ringed hob and a cooker hood above with space for a dishwasher. There are views out to the gardens.
3.31m x 3.73m (10-10-x 12-3') A double bedroom with views over the gardens and a built-in wardrobe for storage.
1.98m x 2.12m (6-6-x 6-11') A fresh and modern three piece suite with white tiled walls and a quadrant electric shower cubicle- hand basin and W.C. A deep silled window allows natural light to filter through and offers space to display toiletries.
3.16m x 3.94m (10-4-x 12-11') Located on the first floor- this double bedroom boasts two low level windows and an apex ceiling boasting original wooden beams.
1.83m x 3.17m (6-0-x 10-5') A white three piece suite with fully tiled walls and comprising of a bath with wooden panel and electric shower overhead- W.C and hand basin. A deep silled window lets natural light flow in.
1.03m x 8.76m (3-5-x 28-9') The hallway offers access to all the annexe rooms and the staircase leading up to annexe bedroom 2. The annexe can be closed off from the main house here to ensure separation if required but currently has access to the hallway for the main house.
To the side of the property is a wide entrance through traditional stone walls leading into the gravelled driveway which is able to accommodate 7/8 vehicles for private parking with a large shed tucked away for storage. An arch covered in lovely mature climbers invitingly leads through to the low maintenance garden directly outside the conservatory that is laid mainly as a patio interspersed by flower beds boasting a variety of planting to create colour all year round- a wonderful circular raised bed and impressive mature trees surrounding.
Council tax band - D (South Lakeland District Council).Property built - 1775.Tenure - Freehold.Drainage - Private septic tank (last emptied June 2022).Heating - Oil fired boiler installed in 2018.New roof in 2006.B4RN connection up to property but not connected.What3Words location - ///bogus.segments.straddled.