Summary - THE HERMITAGE HELM ROAD WINDERMERE LA23 2HS
5 bed 4 bath Detached
Spacious Victorian estate with separate cottage, secluded one-acre garden close to Bowness amenities..
Approximately 5,044 sq ft main house plus attached one‑bed cottage
Set within the Lake District on about an acre of mature gardens and woodland, The Hermitage is a large Victorian detached house with an attached one‑bed cottage. The main house offers four double bedrooms (two en‑suite), five reception rooms including a sunroom, substantial lower‑ground cellars and generous room proportions throughout — ideal for family living or a holiday-let owner who wants separate accommodation for guests or staff.
The setting is private and peaceful yet a short stroll down the hill to Bowness amenities. Off‑street parking for numerous cars, multiple patios and established trees create a secluded feel. The property is chain free and presented in reasonable condition, so it will suit buyers who value original character and high ceilings but are prepared to update some areas to modern tastes.
Practical points to note: mains gas, water and electricity are connected; work to connect the mains sewer is in progress and will be completed before change of ownership. Broadband is quoted at c.32–50 Mbps but is recorded locally as slow. Council Tax is in the upper bands (main house Band G), and the property occupies a very large overall footprint (approx. 5,044 sq ft), so running and maintenance costs should be considered.
For families seeking space and privacy within the Lake District, or investors wanting a large main house plus an income‑producing annexe, The Hermitage offers strong potential. The house’s character features, generous plot and convenient location near schools and village services are clear strengths; buyers wanting a fully modernised turnkey home should expect some updating and maintenance work.
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