Claremont House comprises an end of terrace 3 /4 storey building of traditional construction with stone elevations beneath a pitched slate tiled roof. The building has been modernised, extended and improved over the years.
The property which was built in the Victorian era was purchased by our client in 2022 who has informed us that they have invested in the region of £80,000 carrying out considerable renovations, redecoration and other works to the property.
The property, which is approached from the A593 (Compston Road), has on street parking and public car parks located close by.
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Location
The property is situated on the A593, Compston Road in Ambleside Town centre close to Lake Windermere and between the other busy tourist towns of Windermere and Grasmere. Grasmere is situated 5 miles away, whilst Bowness on Windermere is approximately 5.5 miles distant and Keswick is approximately 17 miles away. Junction 36 of the M6 Motorway is approximately 20 miles distant and the city of Manchester is approximately 85 miles away.
Accommodation
BREAKFAST ROOM The breakfast room currently provides approximately 32 covers. The restaurant has an open plan layout including a buffet area with hot and cold stations and drinks area.
LETTING ACCOMMODATION The property provides a total of eight individual en suite letting bedrooms / studios that are located on the ground, first and second floors of the property. Most of the bedrooms have recently been refurbished and all of the well presented rooms include a flat screen digital Freeview TV, hospitality tray, a hairdryer and a small kitchenette.
STAFF/OWNER’S ACCOMMODATION Located on the lower ground floor of the property is a small studio comprising one bedroom with an en suite shower room and a small kitchenette.
ANCILLARY AREAS First floor laundry room / housekeeping store. Second floor preparation kitchen for use by guests and staff.
EXTERNAL AREAS There is a small front garden and a small rear terrace that can be accessed from Room 2.
Terms
ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFCATE (EPC) The property has an energy performance certificate rating of 60 (C).
FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT We have not been provided with an up to date fire risk assessment, although we have assumed that a suitable and sufficient Fire Risk Assessment has been carried out under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) \order 2005.
BUSINESS RATES The business rates are payable to South Lakeland District Council. We understand that the rateable value for the year commencing 1st April 2023 is £7,000 Previously for the years 2017 to 2023 we understand that the rateable value was £7,900.
PLANNING We understand that the property has a valid consent for its current use. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries of the local planning authority to confirm compliance with statutory requirements.
TENURE Freehold
Specification
- Traditional Victorian Lake District Guest House Property
- Eight Individual En Suite Letting Bedrooms / Studios
- Large Basement including Staff / Owner’s Accommodation
- Front Garden & Rear Terrace
- £80,000 has been spent by our client over the last year on refurbishment and redecoration projects