A HOUSE that was originally constructed in 1865 is on market for nearly £1m.

Parkside House in Kendal sits within a private acre, surrounded by mature trees.

Wind your way along a secluded driveway, past the large, private lawn to the £ 950,000 house.

The grounds are hidden away from Kendal town, yet only a five-minute walk away from Kendal Castle.

Parkside is a magnificent sight of Gothic architecture, with slate roofs, stone copings and pointed windows.

There is plenty of room for parking in the private courtyard with a garage, workshop and outhouse.

Enter the Grade II listed home to a hall filled with light then turn right into a spacious lounge.
Ideal for both relaxing and entertaining, the lounge is light and comfortable, with exposed beams and sliding doors that open out onto the patio.

Stairs from the hallway descend into the basement, which is brimming with possibilities. It runs the length of the house and is divided into different rooms, currently a games room, gym, wine cellar and extra storage space


Upstairs, the snug is flooded with natural light and overlooks the garden, an open fire and large hearth gives a sense of intimacy and warmth.


The hallway also leads to a cupboard for shoes and coats as well as a tiled cloakroom with washbasin, WC and shower.

At the end of the hallway is a cosy study area with wooden shutters, curved architecture and access to the garden.

The kitchen is large, inviting, and sociable, green tiles decorate the walls, exposed beams adorn the ceiling, and a large Gothic window looks out across the lawn.

The utility area features a double sink, array of shelves, and lots of storage space, it also leads into a large boot room and a door to the outside.

Ascend the staircase from the kitchen to the first floor to a window seat in front over the courtyard.

There is a cloakroom at the top of the stairs with a WC and washbasin.


A large double bedroom awaits you on the right, bright and inviting with large Gothic windows and brilliant views of the garden.

The hallway leads into another spacious double bedroom filled with character and charm, with fitted wardrobes and shelving and Gothic windows looking out onto mature trees.


The family bathroom is on the left, with tiled walls, a WC, bath, overhead shower and washbasin.

The main bedroom has high ceilings, two sets of Gothic windows and a fireplace.
Two further spacious bedrooms await on the second floor, each offering comfort and natural light.

 A door at the side of the bedroom on the right will take you up into the loft, which is bright, airy and superb for extra storage.

A door to the left of the second bedroom is home to a snug, featuring original beams.

Parkside House is marketed by AshdownJones, of 1C Low Cleabarrow Business Centre, Windermere. For more information call: 01539 885290