Character cottage with private riverbank, garden and fishing rights, needs updating.
Grade II listed 17th-century cottage with prolific period features
A rare, characterful Grade II listed cottage on Boroughgate with private garden and direct landscaped access to the River Eden. The property’s riverside terrace and fishing rights are standout assets for anyone wanting town convenience with immediate waterside tranquillity.
Internally the house offers flexible living across three floors: a large living room with exposed beams, a kitchen, three bedrooms and a first-floor bathroom. Period features — exposed stone, original floorboards and timber beams — give scope to create a bespoke family home while retaining historic charm.
The cottage requires general updating throughout. Its listed status will restrict some alterations and may complicate structural or external works. The EPC rating of F, older double glazing and assumed uninsulated stone walls mean energy efficiency improvements are likely needed.
Situated moments from Appleby’s shops, cafes, schools and community facilities, this property suits buyers who want to combine village life, easy town access and a unique riverside setting. It will particularly appeal to buyers prepared to invest in renovation to unlock long-term comfort, character and potential value uplift.