3 Cringlemire Holbeck Lane, Windermere, The Lake District, LA23 1LY - Matthews Benjamin

Dating back to 1861, this handsome Victorian residence was originally constructed as an elegant gentleman's home, reputedly built for the Lord Mayor of Liverpool. During the 1950s the property was divided into two principal residences, with No. 2 later being subdivided again to create three individual homes. 3 Cringlemire was formed in 1975 through the conversion of two former outbuildings, with a further extension added in 1980, creating the spacious three-bedroom, one-reception, two-bathroom home seen today.

Dating back to the 1860’s, the handsome Victorian residence, of which 3 Cringlemire forms part, was originally constructed for Henry Martin, a prominent Halifax industrialist. During the 1950s the property was divided into two principal residences, with No. 2 later being subdivided again to create three individual homes when 3 Cringlemire was formed in 1975 through the conversion of two former outbuildings and incorporation of part of the main house. A further extension was added in the 1980’s, creating the spacious three-bedroom, one-reception, two-bathroom home seen today.

Occupying an exceptionally private setting, positioned well back from both Lake Windermere and the main road, the property has direct access to its own garden, to provide a peaceful environment.. Although now requiring modernisation, the property offers a rare opportunity to restore and enhance a home of genuine character while preserving its original features. Breathtaking panoramic views can be enjoyed from the house and garden across Lake Windermere and the surrounding Lakeland fells, with both northern and southern aspects creating an ever-changing backdrop throughout the seasons.

The property enjoys a superb, elevated position on Holbeck Lane, approximately midway between the sought-after villages of Windermere and Ambleside, within the heart of the Lake District National Park. From Windermere, follow the A591 towards Ambleside, where Holbeck Lane can be found between the Langdale Chase Hotel and Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa, signposted for Troutbeck. Continue along Holbeck Lane for approximately three-quarters of a mile, where the driveway to Cringlemire is located on the left-hand side. From its commanding hillside position, the property enjoys outstanding far-reaching views across Lake Windermere towards an impressive panorama of Lakeland peaks, including the Langdales, Coniston Old Man and many other iconic fells.

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