Sales brochure for 'Derwent Bridge House', Gote Road, Cockermouth

Derwent Bridge House Gote Road | Cockermouth

Derwent Bridge House A ma gn ific en t Ge o r gia n town ho u se w it h idyllic r iver side gardens

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erwent Bridge House is a magnificent Grade II listed three storey Georgian townhouse set in approximately one acre of idyllic riverside grounds. The remarkable Georgian and Regency era interiors have been professionally restored and renovated, with stunning period features throughout.

The accommodation includes three impressive reception rooms, three double bedrooms, two bathrooms plus additional loft rooms with conversion approval. The property is well located close to Cockermouth town centre amenities and is within easy reach of major transport links and the Lake District National Park.

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Key features • • • • • • • •

Magnificent Grade II listed Georgian townhouse Beautiful Regency Georgian period features Superb plot and gardens around one acre Detached coachhouse and gated parking area Three impressive reception rooms Three bedrooms and two bathrooms Loft rooms with conversion approval Desirable town location close to the Lake District

The House The residence was built in around 1765, with the interior upgraded in the Regency style by the Senhouse family in the 1820s. Superb period features remain throughout, including fine Georgian sash windows with shutters, lime plaster and panelled walls and antique cast iron radiators. In recent years the property has been professionally modernised and sympathetically restored, including re-roofing, improved insulation and high specification river defences.

The handsome front entrance leads into the entrance hall with Cumbrian oak flooring and archway leading to the original staircase with oak balustrade. Off the hallway are three opulent reception rooms, presently serving as a drawing room, formal dining room and a study. The beautifully restored drawing room and study both have real gold leaf plasterwork niches and Georgian period Carron cast iron fireplaces, with an antique Italian marble fireplace in the dining room.

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To the rear of the ground floor is a spacious dining kitchen with original limestone flags and a mix of freestanding and fitted solid wood painted cabinetry.

The kitchen has a spacious informal dining area, an adjoining larder and a door out to the garden. The ground floor is completed by a unique lavator y, themed in a Regency period Egyptian revival style with marble flooring and walls and golf leaf covered ceiling.

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The first floor bedrooms have been themed to reflect an eclectic mix of Regency period styles, to include Italian, Chinoiserie and French with stretched fabric and gilt-wood covered walls. The spacious master bedroom has a dressing room and ensuite bathroom and the house bathroom has a luxurious freestanding slipper bathtub and large built in cabinets with a remarkable Greek Allegorical themed mural.

To the second floor is an additional suite of attic/store rooms with planning approval to convert the rooms into additional habitable space, to include a large music room/cinema, an office/ bedroom, a kitchenette and a bathroom.

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The Grounds High double gates open into a large gravel parking area with an impressive Georgian coachhouse design garage with workshop above, built in 2013. The rear grounds are split into a formal lawn garden with a 72ft specimen cypress tree and an extensive woodland garden with around 100 metres of idyllic riverbank overlooking the River Derwent and Derwent bridge. Off the back of the residence is a west facing Mediterranean feel patio garden for alfresco dining and entertaining, with surrounding walls providing shelter and privacy. The grounds have CCTV coverage and the property has a monitored burglar alarm system.

Local Area Guide Cockermouth is a traditional Cumbrian market town set on the banks of the River Derwent.

The residence is located close to the town centre with excellent amenities, including schools, shops, restaurants and lovely riverside park. The town is well located close to the Cumbrian coast and only around one mile from the beautiful Lake District National Park, with iconic lakes, fells and forests. The town is just off the A66 and A595 offering excellent transport links to the North Lakes, Keswick, Carlisle and the town of Penrith with West Coast Main Line train station.

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Food & Drink There are lots of fantastic places to eat and drink in Cockermouth, including Fredericks, Merienda and The Honest Lawyer. On a special occasion head to Bassenthwaite Lake and treat yourself to afternoon tea or a meal at Armathwaite Hall.

Fredericks

THE LAKE DISTRICT

Cocker mouth ‌ Enjoy

a picturesque view of Cockermouth and the Derwent Bridge from the property.

Shops, restaurants and bars are a short stroll away and the picturesque riverside Memorial Gardens are just across the road.

Just a few miles away is the stunning Lake District National Park, with a wealth of iconic lakes, fells and forests to explore. Bassenthwaite Lake is nearby or enjoy a day out in the lakeside town of Keswick.

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Ground Floor

Approx. 104.1 m² (1120.2 ft.²)

First Floor

Approx. 106.8 m² (1149.8 ft.²)

Second Floor Approx. 108.9 m² (1172 ft.²)

Floor Plans

further info

Rail journeys Based on approximate direct train journey durations from Penrith North Lakes. Train service durations vary, check nationalrail.co.uk for further details.

15m

On the road Cockermouth centre - 0.2 mile, 1 min

Carlisle

Services Mains water, gas, drainage & electricity Gas central heating

1h 30

Glasgow

1h 40

Manchester

1h 45

Edinburgh

3h 15

London

Council Tax band: E

Lake District NP - 1.6 miles, 6 min Keswick - 14 miles, 20 min A66 - 1 miles, 5 min A595 - 0.8 mins, 2 mins The above journey times and mileages are for approximate guidance only and have been sourced from the fastest suggested route on Google Maps from the property postcode.

Getting to Derwent Bridge House

To view: Strictly by appointment only with Fine & Country Telephone 01768 869007 or email northlakes@fineandcountry.com

From the A66 heading west at the main Cockermouth roundabout take the third exit onto A5086 Lamplugh Road. Pass the school on the left and take the left at the traffic lights, pass the church on the right and at the mini roundabout, take the first left and then the next right signposted for Maryport. Go over the bridge and the property is the first house on the left hand side, just next to the river.

Address: Derwent Bridge House, Gote Road, Cockermouth, CA13 0HW Page 19 of 20

Agents Notes All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on.

The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order.

Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property.

For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure.

Fine & Country Tel 00 (44) 1768 869007 northlakes@fineandcountry.com 1 Little Dockray, Penrith, Cumbria CA11 7HL Page 20 of 20