GHYLL BANK HOUSEINKERMAN TERRACE, WHITEHAVEN

GHYLL BANK HOUSE, WHITEHAVEN, CUMBRIASitting in a secluded, elevated position above the historic Georgian town of Whitehaven, Ghyll Bank House offers a perfect blend of benefits which will appeal to a wide range of buyers. The substantial detached property comprises of a four bedroom main residence and two separate letting apartments.

APPROXIMATE MILEAGESWest Lakes Science Park 3 miles, Sellafield 11 miles, Cockermouth 13.5 miles, Keswick 27 miles, J40 M6 & Penrith 44 miles, Crummock Water 18 miles, Wast Water 18 miles

ACCOMMODATION IN BRIEFMain House – Entrance hall, Living room, Dining room, Kitchen/Breakfast room, Utility room, Ground Floor WC, Conservatory, Cellar room, First floor landing, Master bedroom with en-suite, Three further bedrooms, Bathroom, Separate shower room, Study room.

Ground Floor Apartment – Kitchen/dining room, Inner hall, Living room, Double bedroom, Bathroom and Parking

First Floor Apartment - Ground floor entrance, Stairs to first floor landing, Kitchen/dining room, Living room, Bedroom one with en-suite, Second bedroom, Bathroom and Parking.

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ovens, other integrated appliances and space for table. There is a double aspect with a lovely view out over the gardens. The utility room is generous in size with space for appropriate appliances, door into a rear lobby and a useful boiler/drying room. Cellar room for storage. The conservatory is spacious and Victorian in style, it is double glazed and includes a tiled floor, French doors to exterior and incorporates a rear lobby area with a separate door onto driveway.

To the first floor a large landing gives access to all rooms with a useful study room and a picture window to the rear. The master bedroom looks out over the town and benefits from an en-suite shower room with quadrant shower enclosure. The second and third bedrooms have a double aspect, making them light and airy, bedroom two looks over Whitehaven and bedroom 3 enjoys garden views. The final bedroom also looks to the front. The family bathroom is fitted with a white suite and includes a corner bath. There is also a separate shower room.

Attached to the main house are two letting apartments with their own vehicular access and entrance doors. Apartment 1 which is on the ground floor includes a kitchen/dining room, inner hall, living room, double bedroom, bathroom and parking while Apartment 2 on the first floor includes a ground floor entrance, stairs to first floor landing, kitchen/dining room, living room, bedroom one with en-suite, second bedroom, bathroom and parking.

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INFORMATION ON LOCAL AREAThe historic Georgian town of Whitehaven is full of interesting sights having been a bustling port in the 17/18th centuries, exporting locally mined coal. Through the Jefferson family, the town also has important historical links to the importing of liqueur and the Rum Story museum which was also featured in the ‘Miss Potter’ film is well worth a visit as is the Beacon museum by the marina and the Haig mining museum. There are plenty of opportunities to shop and eat in the town both in the centre and around the marina.

There are numerous schools including two senior schools, St Benedict’s Catholic school and the Whitehaven Academy. Whitehaven also boasts a swimming pool, sports centre and hospital.

If that weren’t enough, Whitehaven is an ideal centre for access to the Western Lake District, with the delights of Loweswater, Ennerdale and Wastwater being only a short drive away.

THE PROPERTYSitting in a secluded, elevated position above the historic Georgian town of Whitehaven, Ghyll Bank House offers a perfect blend of benefits which will appeal to a wide range of buyers. The detached property comprises of a main residence and two separate apartments which are currently let on a shorthold tenancy providing useful levels of income, each with their own access. The generous four bedroom main property includes two generous reception rooms, a conservatory plus beautiful, secluded gardens which afford lovely views out over the town and towards the Marina.

The front door leads into an entrance vestibule which in turn opens into a grand entrance hall with doors which lead to reception rooms. The living room is generous in size having been enlarged by the owners, with a delightful bay window, fireplace and feature arch. The double aspect dining room benefits from a cast iron fireplace and wooden flooring with a handy door which leads into kitchen. The kitchen is fitted in a comprehensive range of oak fronted units with granite worktops, Siemens hob with twin

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EXTERNALLYThe property sits in a wonderful elevated, private position which overlooks the town and marina. A private drive with electric gates leads from Inkerman Terrace up through mature trees to a generous parking area and access to a useful garage style store. There is a separate vehicular service entrance to the rear also with electrically operated gates enabling a drive-in drive-out approach if desired. To the front of the property is a raised seating area which offers a wonderful place to watch the sun set.

The main gardens are to the side and rear of the property and are generous in size, blending formal lawns with wooded areas, perfect for little feet to adventure! There is a Wendy house, a garden store room with verandah. There is potential for further development within the gardens (subject to planning) if this would be beneficial to a buyer.

DIRECTIONSFrom the M6 junction 40, proceed along the A66 passing Keswick and Cockermouth. Turn left at the roundabout onto the A595 and continue to Whitehaven. Take the second turning signposted for the town centre onto Inkerman Terrace and the drive to the property will be located on the right hand side approximately 400yds down the hill.

POSTCODE – CA28 7TY EPC – All properties in Band D

FIXTURES & FITTINGSSome items, such as carpets, curtains and light fittings, not mentioned in these sales particulars may be either excluded from the sale or available by separate negotiation.

TENURE – Freehold

IMPORTANT NOTICEThe Property Misdescriptions Act: Purple Diamond, for themselves and for the Vendors and Lessors of this property whose Agents they are give notice that:

(1) The particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended purchasers or lessees and do not constitute, nor constitute part of, an offer or contract;

(2) All descriptions, dimensions, reference to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation and other details are given without responsibility and any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them;

(3) No person in the employment of Purple Diamond Ltd, has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.

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Flat 2 – Energy Efficiency Rating

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Total area: approx. 301.7 sq. metres (3248.0 sq. feet)

Address Purple Diamond | 39A Station Street | Cockermouth | Cumbria | CA13 9QW Telephone 01900 828011 Email cumbria@purple-diamond.co.uk

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