Property Description

A stunning manor house set within the national park on the Western Lakes occupying a 2 acre plot and surrounded by rolling countryside. Offering an idyllic setting on the edge of the coastal hamlet of Ravenglass. The property, a former 19th Century Gentlemans Residence and believed to have once formed a part of Muncaster Castle is steeped in history and as such has many original period features including, fireplaces, coving and staircases. Glenwood is currently used as a family home as well as a short term let. Commanding in the region of £3,120 (Christmas week), £2,800 on an average week in summer or high season, and £1,500 per week in low seasons. There is an impressive footprint with the whole estate totalling in excess of 5,000sq ft of current and potential accommodation. Glenwood has a multitude of potential on offer as it can be retained as a family or second home, could be further developed by converting one of the wings that houses the second kitchen and a number of ancillary rooms, the loft rooms could also be converted. There is huge potential to convert the coach house into an annexe or a separate self contained dwelling as it has its own separate entrance. (please look at the proposed plans drawn up by the owners) This property offers an abundance of potential and options. Thought also suitable for conversion to apartments subject to any necessary planning requirements. Set back off the road there is a sweeping driveway to welcome you to Glenwood. There are wonderful sized rooms which include a spacious hall accessed by a superb doorway, two reception rooms, a refitted open plan kitchen/living/dining room, second kitchen with two additional store rooms, utility and WC on the ground floor. The basement has two rooms. The first floor has four double bedrooms, ensuite to the master as well as a family bathroom and shower room, the top floor occupies three rooms. There is mains electric, broadband, mains water and a septic tank servicing the property, as well as solar panels. The grounds have a patio, seating areas, an incredible array of wildlife within the woodland and a yurt compliments the peaceful and tranquil setting. Further to this the grounds benefit from having stables, these are in original condition, they are watertight and suitable to be used for storage purposes. For any further use, some work would be required. Viewings are available with the owner who has a wealth of knowledge of the property, grounds, surrounding areas as well as the potential to convert the additional space and outbuildings. Viewings are highly recommended to fully appreciate what Glenwood offers to both home owners, investors and developers.

Solar Panels:

The vendor has advised they were installed in 2009 and provide enough electricity in summer to run the house (not the hot tub). They pay approx.£1000 per year regardless of consumption.

Note:

The vendor has informed us the septic tank is in working order however does not comply with current legislation and will need to be updated/replaced.

Tenure

Freehold

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