Forest House, Wordsworth Street, Penrith

Guide price: £187,000

Bedrooms: 2

Bathrooms: 1

Council Tax Band: B

EPC Rating C

Located in the ever popular New Streets Conservation Area, enjoying an elevated position with wonderful views across the town towards the Lake District and Northern Fells, this well presented, first floor, 2 bedroom apartment provides spacious accommodation in a desirable part of Penrith.

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Located in the ever popular New Streets Conservation Area, enjoying an elevated position with wonderful views across the town towards the Lake District and Northern Fells, this well presented, first floor, 2 bedroom apartment provides spacious accommodation in a desirable part of Penrith.

Key Facts & Info

  • 1st Floor Apartment
  • Parking Space
  • Council Tax Band B

Property & Room Details

Set in the New Streets Conservation Area, on the street named for the brother of William Wordsworth who had a house close by, the property is within walking distance the town centre, with its host of shops, facilities and amenities and is an easy link to the woodlands and walks of the Beacon at the head of the street.

Brought to the market with no ongoing chain, early inspection is recommended to appreciate the space, quality and appeal of the accommodation on offer.

Council Tax Band: B (Westmorland & Furness Council)
Tenure: Leasehold (964 years)
Ground Rent: £50 per month
The property has a lease term of 999 years which commenced on 1 st Jan 1990 (964 years remaining) . We understand that there is no management company employed and the residents of the 6 properties manage the organisation of any required works between themselves. We understand there is a £50 monthly payment made to cover grounds maintenance / communal costs. We also understand an annual payment of £349.17 is payable to cover buildings insurance.
Garden details: Communal Garden


Directions
From the town centre head through Burrowgate and Sandgate, past the bus station and turn left at the first mini roundabout into Drovers Lane. Follow this to the next mini roundabout and turn right up Wordsworth Street. Forest House can be found half way up the street on the left hand side.

Entrance
Into communal entrance door with stairs leading to the apartment.

Hall
Having three good storage cupboards, radiator and doors off.

Living Room w: 17' x l: 25' 7" (w: 5.18m x l: 7.79m)
5.181m x 7.791m A bay window (double glazed) offers fantastic views over the town and towards the Fells. Two radiators and electric fire set in feature fireplace.

Kitchen w: 6' x l: 10' (w: 1.83m x l: 3.05m)
1.828m x 3.048m Fitted with white gloss wall and base units and complementary laminate work surfaces, Stainless steel sink and drainer. Gas hob with extractor over, electric oven. Plumbing for slimline dishwasher and washing machine. Space for tall fridge/freezer. Window to the side elevation.

Bedroom 1 w: 9' x l: 11' (w: 2.74m x l: 3.35m)
2.743m x 3.352m (double) double glazed sash window to the side elevation and radiator.

Bedroom 2 w: 7' x l: 11' (w: 2.13m x l: 3.35m)
2.133m x 3.352m (single) double glazed sash window and radiator.

Shower Room/WC w: 6' x l: 9' (w: 1.83m x l: 2.74m)
1.828m x 2.743m Fitted with a large shower enclosure with thermostatic shower over, wash hand basin and w/c. Double glazed obscured window and radiator.

Garden
Communal grounds wrap around the property.

Parking Space
The property shows an allocated parking space in the communal car park to the rear of the property.

Services
Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage. Gas central heating installed. Telephone line and broadband installed subject to BT regulations.

Tenure
Share of Freehold.

The property has a lease term of 999 years which commenced on 1 st Jan 1990 (964 years remaining) . We understand that there is no management company employed and the residents of the 6 properties manage the organisation of any required works between themselves. We understand there is a £50 monthly payment made to cover grounds maintenance / communal costs. We also understand an annual payment of £349.17 is payable to cover buildings insurance.

Agents Note
These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general guideline and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending Purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. The services, systems, and appliances shown may not have been tested and has no guarantee as to their operability or efficiency can be given. All floor plans are created as a guide to the lay out of the property and should not be considered as a true depiction of any property and constitutes no part of a legal contract.

Local Amenities
Penrith is a popular market town with a population of around 15,000 people and facilities include: infant, junior and secondary schools. There are 6 supermarkets and a good range of locally owned and national high street shops. Leisure facilities include: a leisure centre with; swimming pool, climbing wall, indoor bowling, badminton courts and a fitness centre as well as; golf, rugby and cricket clubs. There is also a 3 screen cinema and Penrith Playhouse. Penrith is known as the Gateway to the North Lakes and is conveniently situated for Ullswater and access to the fells, benefiting from the superb outdoor recreational opportunities. Carlisle 18 miles and easy access to the M6 and rail links.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through the sole agent, Arnison Heelis, telephone 01768 890750