- 3 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms
- End of terrace
- Originally built circa 1865
- Split into 4 homes in the 60's
- Views over Lake Windermere
- Freehold
- Mains Drainage, Water, Electricity, and Gas
- Oakland is a large luxury home that is part of one of the first gentleman's residence to be built in Windermere
- Retains many of the building's original 'Arts and Crafts' features

Grounds
- 1 acre plot
- Double garage
- Pond

Location
- A short stroll into Windermere Village and Train Station
- 15 minutes drive to Kendal
- 25 minutes drive to the M6

Tucked away by a screen of protected trees, the existence of this exclusive cluster of homes comes as a surprise to even established locals, making No. 1 the ultimate bolt hole and countryside retreat, only a ten-minute walk from the centre of Windermere.

Built by a wealthy banker and industrialist from Kendal in around 1865, Oakland was converted into four homes and the coach house into a further home around 100 years later. Architecturally enthralling, note peaked arcs and stone mullion window features replicated in prominent homes and buildings throughout Windermere including St Mary's doctors' surgery, once the vicarage for St Mary's church Windermere.

Park up in the double garage, with plenty more parking outside and pause a moment to absorb the peace, serenity and panoramas of this enviable, elevated setting.

Make your way inside firstly into the garden room to be warmly greeted by far reaching views of the Lakeland fells from the multitude of windows. Spy all the favourites from here: Coniston Old Man, Swirl How, Wetherlam, Crinkle Crags, Bow Fell and the inimitable outline of the Langdale Pikes and behold the quintessential Lakeland panorama.

Ideal for relaxing throughout the day, serenaded by the sunshine and view, this bright, spacious room is the ultimate entertaining space, flowing out onto the patio and acre of garden overlooking Windermere.

Travel through into the entrance hall, where sleek tiling makes way for comfy carpet. Turning left, step through to the sunny sitting room, once more capturing views out to the fells through arced stone mullion windows which add to the formal flair.

Dressed in mink tones, with feature coving skirting the ceiling, the sitting room is the perfect refuge in winter. Snuggle up on one of the many sofas in front of the gas fired stove and settle down for the evening.

A stone mullion bay window serves as a viewing gallery for nature's artwork, the outline of the Langdale Valley in the distance.

Returning from the sitting room into the entrance hall, sneak a peek at the shower room, located beneath the stairs, a useful room featuring a shower, wash basin and WC.

Cross the entrance hall, passing the staircase, to discover a study area which opens out into a dining room, warmed by a gas fire set within its surround, where ornate stone mullion windows overlook the driveway to the front and side.

Flow beneath the archway, leading into the kitchen; a light room furnished with cabinetry, an oven bank, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and hob and a useful walk in pantry. More exciting yet is the potential to add a single storey extension (subject to planning approval) where the current rear door is in order to open this space out and create a family-kitchen-dining room. Beyond the kitchen lies a boot room, utility area and access to the gas central heating boiler and bin store. Despite its secluded setting on the slopes of Orrest Head, No. 1 is on mains gas, water, electricity and sewage.

Retrace your steps to the entrance hall and take the staircase up. Turning right, freshen up in the family bathroom, fitted with bath with shower over, wash basin, WC and bidet. Note the elegant arc to the window, drawing ample daylight inside, and an airing cupboard where towels can warm by the hot water cylinder.

Turning left, flow along the landing before arriving at the current master bedroom.

Light pours in through the duet of windows, one facing the side and another perfectly proportioned bay window framing views out towards the fells; the ideal spot for your dressing table for views to inspire as you prepare for the day. A wall of fitted wardrobes houses your collection of clothing.

Formerly four bedrooms, one chamber was transformed into the master bedroom's ensuite, furnished with a curved shower, wash basin and 'loo with a view' looking out towards Lake Windermere.

Just outside the master bedroom, a loft ladder drops down, leading up to a hidden gem of a room. Formerly used as a study, this bonus room boasts brilliant views out over Lake Windermere through the Velux window, which floods the space with light. A door also opens to reveal further boarded out storage within the eaves.

Returning along the landing, cross the staircase to arrive at a pretty bedroom, decorated in soothing floral wallpaper for a fresh, light feel. Carpeted, with fitted wardrobes and its own wash basin, this bedroom also steals glimpses of the lake through its feature windows.

Rivalling the master bedroom in terms of its views, head next door into the lake room, with verdant views stretching out over the acre of garden below and out to Lake Windermere through the myriad windows. There are even better views of the Lakeland fells from here through the stone mullion window and you can ponder the peace and privacy of your setting overlooking Lake Windermere and the fells beyond. This room also has its own wash basin.

Having savoured the house and its potential, return to the garden room downstairs, open the doors to survey your kingdom. Within a hair's breadth of the centre of Windermere, it is so peaceful here. Enjoy parties with friends on the patio and quiet Sunday mornings reading the paper by the large pond, with a gazebo above. Admire the pretty water lilies.

A large lawn is bordered by azaleas and rhododendrons, alive in a haze of colour in early summertime, superseded by a spectacular firework display of acers in the autumn.

Step down to the greenhouse, formerly a Victorian viewing point, which would once have looked out toward the lake and fells before the treeline grew. Magnificent stone steps lead to a workshop, the perfect hideout to retreat to and indulge in a hobby.

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Tenure: Freehold