Summary - 123, MAIN STREET CA12 5NW
17 bed 12 bath Character Property
Six award‑winning lets near Derwentwater with large gardens and tennis court.
Six award‑winning holiday cottages and apartments across one site
Total 17 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms; mix of 1–4 bed units
Very large plot with lawns, terraces, tennis court and courtyard
Private off‑street parking — at least two spaces per unit
Detached double garage with development potential (STP)
Newly renovated to a high standard; designed for premium short lets
Medium flood risk; property had water damage in 2015 (Storm Desmond)
Freehold; trading and financial details available on request
This is a rare commercial opportunity: six award‑winning holiday cottages and apartments arranged around a courtyard in the heart of Keswick, within the Lake District National Park. The collection offers a mix of one‑ to four‑bed units (total 17 bedrooms, 12 bathrooms) finished to a high standard after recent renovation, designed to target premium short‑let guests. Each unit has private parking and shared access to extensive gardens, terraces and a private tennis court — strong appeal for leisure markets and repeat visitors.
The site is freehold, occupies a very large plot and includes a detached double garage currently used for utilities; the garage offers possible further development subject to planning consent (STP). The properties benefit from good broadband, gas central heating and practical servicing for a trading holiday business. Nearby amenities, restaurants and Derwentwater are all within a short walk, supporting high occupancy potential during peak seasons.
Notable concerns are factual and material: the property sustained water damage during the Storm Desmond floods in 2015 and sits in a medium flood‑risk zone — prospective buyers should factor in flood resilience costs and insurance terms. The location is a small‑town centre setting within an ageing urban neighbourhood and Transitional Eastern European wider classification; while the area is affluent overall, local demographic factors may influence year‑round demand. Financial performance data will be provided on request following viewing; buyers should verify trading figures, business rates and compliance for holiday‑let operations.
This opportunity suits an investor or lifestyle operator seeking an established, high‑quality holiday‑letting business in a prime Lake District town. The combination of awarded presentation, flexible unit mix, large private grounds and on‑site leisure facilities creates clear income and growth potential, but purchase due diligence must address flood mitigation, insurance and any planning constraints for further development.
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