Summary - BIRKETT HILL HOUSE BIRKETT HILL BOWNESS ON WINDERMERE WINDERMERE LA23 3EZ
5 bed 4 bath Detached
Spacious, private Lakeland home with lake views and easy access to Bowness.
Panoramic Lake Windermere and fell views from principal bedroom and balcony
Over 3,400 sq ft: five bedrooms, three ensuites, three reception rooms, study
Very private, elevated plot with extensive Lakeland paved terraces and large lawn
Short walk to Bowness shops, restaurants, cinema and local amenities
Generous gated parking, space for a boat or camper van
Built c.1930 and extended — ongoing maintenance likely; budget accordingly
Cavity walls assumed uninsulated; opportunity to improve energy efficiency
High council tax (Band G) and property in a high-crime area
Birkett Hill House is a substantial, detached Lakeland residence offering more than 3,400 sq ft of flexible family accommodation and exceptional elevated views across Lake Windermere and the surrounding fells. Extended and remodelled over time, the layout includes three reception rooms, a large living kitchen with utility, a ground-floor bedroom suite with separate entrance option, and a principal suite opening onto a private, spacious balcony — ideal for morning coffee or evening sunsets.
Externally the property sits within very private, well-landscaped grounds with Lakeland paved terraces, a level lawn for children, and a large parking area with secure gated access — room enough for cars, a boat or camper van. Despite the secluded feel the house is a short walk from Bowness’s cafes, shops and amenities, making day-to-day life convenient while retaining a strong sense of privacy.
Practical points to note: the house dates from the 1930s with later upgrades, cavity walls are assumed to be without added insulation, and the property sits in a high crime area and a high council tax band (G). These factors, together with the property’s size and age, mean ongoing maintenance and running costs should be budgeted for. Broadband and heating are good — gas-fired central heating and superfast broadband (approx. 80 Mbps) are in place.
For families or buyers seeking an impressive Lakeland base that balances private, elevated views with true proximity to Bowness, this home is a rare find. There is also evident holiday-let potential: projected short‑term rental income estimates indicate significant revenue for those considering part or full-time holiday letting.
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