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Cedar Wood

CONISTON, HAWS BANK, CUMBRIA LA21 8AR

4 beds 2 baths 1,432 sq ft Listed 28 Jun 2019 (-2542d)

£550,000

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# 4 bedroom detached bungalow for sale (LA21 8AR)

## Property Details

| Key | Value |
|-----|-------|
| Address | CEDAR WOOD, CONISTON, HAWS BANK, CUMBRIA LA21 8AR |
| Price | £550,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Construction age | England and Wales: 1950-1966 |
| Floor area | 133 m² |
| Last sold | £550,000 Sep 2019 |

## Description

**** **** Cedar Wood is a excellent four bedroom detached dormer bungalow constructed in 1965 for and by the present owners.  Set in a highly enviable position, with outstanding Lake and country views. The property enjoys and provides well proportioned rooms throughout which are light and airy. The property has been built to a good standard with attractive finishes including internal slate window sills, as well as being maintained to a high standard. Recent improvements included an excellent en suite. Extended over the years the property provides two reception rooms including a spacious sunroom and living room both of which allow access onto the newly paved slate patio and which provides magnificent views. One of the bedrooms is currently utilised as a study, additionally there is one en suite and a house bathroom.

Ideally positioned in a lovely plot and manageable plot which enjoys a delightful sunny aspect with peace and tranquility. The gardens are attractively presented and easily maintained.  Conveniently located only a relatively short level walk to the centre of Coniston.  You will find a lively, active community with a wide range of amenities, shops, banks, post office, churches, bowling and tennis clubs.  Coniston is famous for its connections to Donald Campbell, John Ruskin and other Lakeland poets.  There are endless fell and country walks from the door step and the shores of Coniston Water are only a short walk away down the lane.

**Directions** **** From the centre of Coniston, head out over the bridge towards Torver. Continue passed Hills Garage for approximately ¾ mile, passing the Ship Inn on the right, continue for a further 300m turning second left into Haws Bank and the property is fourth on the right.

**Accommodation** **** Sliding double glazed door leading into:

**Hallway/Utility** **Area** **** With quarry tiled floor and French limestone tiled walls.  Excellent utility area with plumbing for washing machine.  Leading into:

**Sun** **Room** **16'06 X 14'09 (5.01m x 4..47m)** A well proportioned open plan dual aspect room with a comprehensive selection of floor to ceiling  cupboards.  Metal patio sliding doors onto the substantial slate patio with  excellent country views.  Broughton Moor green slate tiled floors and partially French limestone tiled walls.

From the hallway there are steps and an internal door leading into:

**Kitchen** **11'10 x 11'06 (3.59m x 3.49m)** A modern and contemporary selection of wall and base units with 1.5 stainless steel sink unit and mixer tap.  Double AEG electric oven and four ring electric hob with splash back.  Integrated microwave.  Breakfast bar and serving hatch.  Oil fired Worcester central heating boiler.  Attractive views towards the Coniston Fells.

From the hallway there are steps and an internal door leading into:

**Hallway** **** With glazed patio side door.  Open staircase and airing cupboard with shelving.

**Living/Dining** **Room** **28'03 x 8'09 (8.57m x 2.66m)** A generously proportioned light and airy dual aspect room with magnificent picture windows giving fantastic views across the garden and adjacent countryside towards Coniston Water.  Former green slate fire place with Teak mantle.  Patio door leading onto the patio.

**Bedroom** **One** **14'03 x 11'03 (4.32m x 3.42m)** Formally two bedrooms amalgamated into the master suite.  A spacious dual aspect room with views towards Coniston Old Man and the fells.  A contemporary selection of fitted wardrobes and dresser.  Slate sills.  Dressing area with fitted double wardrobe.

**En-Suite** **** Superb luxury three piece suite comprising of double corner shower cubicle, vanity wash hand basin with granite worktop and oak cupboards and WC.  Heated towel rail and wall mounted mirror.  Fully floor and wall tiled.  Under floor heating.

**Bedroom** **Two** **12'01 x 7'10 (3.67m x 2.38m)** Double room presently used as a study. Attractive garden and country views.

**Bathroom** **** Three piece suite comprising of panelled bath with shower over, wash hand basin and WC.  Shaver point.  Fully floor and wall tiled with underfloor heating.

**First** **Floor** ****

**Wide** **Landing** **** With skylight, fitted wardrobe and eaves access.  Leading through to:

**Rear** **Bedroom** **Three** **13'10 x 10'00 (4.20m x 3.02m)** Double room with vaulted ceiling, Velux and gable window giving fantastic views across the countryside towards Grizedale Forest and Coniston Water.  Eaves access and built in wardrobe.

**Front** **Bedroom** **Four** **11'09 x 9'05 (3.57m x 2.85m)** Double room with vaulted ceiling, Velux and gable window providing superb views towards Coniston Old Man and surrounding countryside.  Built in twin double wardrobes.

**Outside** **** The property is approached by a private gated tarmacadam drive and providing parking for 3/4 vehicles. As well as an attached integral garage with up and over door. Externally there is a small selection of shrubs and bushes to the front with gated side access to the south leading to, a paved slate footpath and side lawn leading to recently paved and substantial split level paved patio, enjoying stunning panoramic and far reaching views towards Coniston Water and surrounding countryside.  Steps leading down to the lawn with attractive selection of mature shrubs and bushes with shed/summer house.

**Integrated** **Garage** **** With up and over door, electric and window.  Fire glass roof.

**Services** **** Mains water, electric and drainage.  Oil fired central heating.

**Tenure** **** Freehold.  Vacant possession on completion.

**Council** **Tax** **Band** **** F

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## Floorplans

- ![Floorplan 1](/listings/photos/63336663/255089) - Floorplan 1

## EPC Graphs

- ![EPC 1](/listings/photos/63336663/255090) - EPC 1
- ![EPC Front Page](/listings/photos/63336663/255091) - EPC Front Page

## Sales History

*Recorded sales for this property. Data from Land Registry Price Paid.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| CEDAR WOOD, HAWS BANK, CONISTON, SOUTH LAKELAND, CUMBRIA, LA21 8AR | £550,000 | 27/09/2019 | Detached |

## Sold Comparables

*Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.*

| Address | Price | Date | Type |
|---------|-------|------|------|
| OUTRAKE COTTAGE, PARK GATE, CONISTON, WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS, LA21 8AT | £650,000 | 19/10/2023 | Detached |

**Area average:** £650,000 (1 sale)

## Price vs local average

*Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).*

- **Local average:** £836,667 (3 Detached, LA21, 2024–2026)
- **Deviation:** -34.3%

## Rental Range

*ONS Price Index of Private Rents (North West). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.*

- **Low:** £856/mo
- **Realistic:** £951/mo
- **Optimistic:** £1,046/mo

## LHA (Local Housing Allowance)

*VOA 30th percentile rent floor for Kendal (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).*

- **LHA floor (this property size):** £992/mo

## 1% Rule

- **Rent ratio:** 0.17% (weak for cashflow)
- **Max investor price (0.8%):** £118,875
- **Target investor price (1%):** £95,100

*Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on Area rent estimate.*

## Price per Square Metre

- **£/m²:** £4,135/m²

## Capital growth trend

*Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.*

- **5y growth:** 107.4%

## House Price Index (HM Land Registry)

*Official index for North West; Detached series; as of March 2026.*

- **1y growth (index):** 1.1%
- **5y growth (index):** 22.5%
- **10y growth (index):** 56.4%

## Flood risk

- **Zone:** 1
- **Risk:** Low
- **Source:** Job (default Low)

[Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)

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Property details

Tenure

FREEHOLD

Floor area

133 m²

Year built

England and Wales: 1950-1966

Last sold

£550,000 Sep 2019

Price per m²

£4,135/m²

Local average

£836,667 (-34.3%)

Deprivation

Decile 6 (17,849 of 33,755)

Street crime

4 incidents within 1 mile (Apr 2026)

Key features

Four Bedroom Detached Bungalow
Views Over Coniston Water
Two Bathrooms
Short Level Walk To Coniston
Off Road Parking & Garage
Patio & Gardens

Additional details

Parking: Garage, Yes, Off street
Garden: Yes

Description

** Cedar Wood is a excellent four bedroom detached dormer bungalow constructed in 1965 for and by the present owners. Set in a highly enviable position, with outstanding Lake and country views. The property enjoys and provides well proportioned rooms throughout which are light and airy. The property has been built to a good standard with attractive finishes including internal slate window sills, as well as being maintained to a high standard. Recent improvements included an excellent en suite. Extended over the years the property provides two reception rooms including a spacious sunroom and living room both of which allow access onto the newly paved slate patio and which provides magnificent views. One of the bedrooms is currently utilised as a study, additionally there is one en suite and a house bathroom.

Ideally positioned in a lovely plot and manageable plot which enjoys a delightful sunny aspect with peace and tranquility. The gardens are attractively presented and easily maintained. Conveniently located only a relatively short level walk to the centre of Coniston. You will find a lively, active community with a wide range of amenities, shops, banks, post office, churches, bowling and tennis clubs. Coniston is famous for its connections to Donald Campbell, John Ruskin and other Lakeland poets. There are endless fell and country walks from the door step and the shores of Coniston Water are only a short walk away down the lane.

Directions From the centre of Coniston, head out over the bridge towards Torver. Continue passed Hills Garage for approximately ¾ mile, passing the Ship Inn on the right, continue for a further 300m turning second left into Haws Bank and the property is fourth on the right.

Accommodation Sliding double glazed door leading into:

Hallway/Utility Area With quarry tiled floor and French limestone tiled walls. Excellent utility area with plumbing for washing machine. Leading into:

Sun Room 16'06 X 14'09 (5.01m x 4..47m) A well proportioned open plan dual aspect room with a comprehensive selection of floor to ceiling cupboards. Metal patio sliding doors onto the substantial slate patio with excellent country views. Broughton Moor green slate tiled floors and partially French limestone tiled walls.

From the hallway there are steps and an internal door leading into:

Kitchen 11'10 x 11'06 (3.59m x 3.49m) A modern and contemporary selection of wall and base units with 1.5 stainless steel sink unit and mixer tap. Double AEG electric oven and four ring electric hob with splash back. Integrated microwave. Breakfast bar and serving hatch. Oil fired Worcester central heating boiler. Attractive views towards the Coniston Fells.

From the hallway there are steps and an internal door leading into:

Hallway With glazed patio side door. Open staircase and airing cupboard with shelving.

Living/Dining Room 28'03 x 8'09 (8.57m x 2.66m) A generously proportioned light and airy dual aspect room with magnificent picture windows giving fantastic views across the garden and adjacent countryside towards Coniston Water. Former green slate fire place with Teak mantle. Patio door leading onto the patio.

Bedroom One 14'03 x 11'03 (4.32m x 3.42m) Formally two bedrooms amalgamated into the master suite. A spacious dual aspect room with views towards Coniston Old Man and the fells. A contemporary selection of fitted wardrobes and dresser. Slate sills. Dressing area with fitted double wardrobe.

En-Suite Superb luxury three piece suite comprising of double corner shower cubicle, vanity wash hand basin with granite worktop and oak cupboards and WC. Heated towel rail and wall mounted mirror. Fully floor and wall tiled. Under floor heating.

Bedroom Two 12'01 x 7'10 (3.67m x 2.38m) Double room presently used as a study. Attractive garden and country views.

Bathroom Three piece suite comprising of panelled bath with shower over, wash hand basin and WC. Shaver point. Fully floor and wall tiled with underfloor heating.

First Floor

Wide Landing With skylight, fitted wardrobe and eaves access. Leading through to:

Rear Bedroom Three 13'10 x 10'00 (4.20m x 3.02m) Double room with vaulted ceiling, Velux and gable window giving fantastic views across the countryside towards Grizedale Forest and Coniston Water. Eaves access and built in wardrobe.

Front Bedroom Four 11'09 x 9'05 (3.57m x 2.85m) Double room with vaulted ceiling, Velux and gable window providing superb views towards Coniston Old Man and surrounding countryside. Built in twin double wardrobes.

Outside The property is approached by a private gated tarmacadam drive and providing parking for 3/4 vehicles. As well as an attached integral garage with up and over door. Externally there is a small selection of shrubs and bushes to the front with gated side access to the south leading to, a paved slate footpath and side lawn leading to recently paved and substantial split level paved patio, enjoying stunning panoramic and far reaching views towards Coniston Water and surrounding countryside. Steps leading down to the lawn with attractive selection of mature shrubs and bushes with shed/summer house.

Integrated Garage With up and over door, electric and window. Fire glass roof.

Services Mains water, electric and drainage. Oil fired central heating.

Tenure Freehold. Vacant possession on completion.

Council Tax Band ** F

Listed by

Ambleside

Matthews Benjamin Ltd

Reference: 63336663

EPC ratings on this postcode

We don't have a matched EPC for this property yet. Below are efficiency scores and details for other addresses on this postcode.

Address	Current	Potential	Floor area	Age band	Type
Cedar Wood, Haws Bank, CONISTON	39	77	133 m²	England and Wales: 1950-1966	Detached
Melafold, Haws Bank, CONISTON	80	84	304 m²	England and Wales: 2007-2011	Detached
Wetherlam, Haws Bank, CONISTON	66	84	97 m²	England and Wales: 1967-1975	Detached
Willowbeck, Haws Bank, CONISTON	47	103	115 m²	England and Wales: 1950-1966	Detached

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

Floorplan 1

EPC Graphs

EPC 1

EPC Front Page

Price history

Event	Date	Price	% change
Sold	27/09/2019 (6 years ago)	£550,000	—

Source: HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. Crown copyright.

Sold Comparables

Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles (last 5 years). Data from Land Registry Price Paid.

Address	Price	Date	Type
OUTRAKE COTTAGE, PARK GATE, CONISTON, WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS, LA21 8AT	£650,000	19/10/2023	Detached

Area average: £650,000 (1 sale)

Capital growth trend

Land Registry outcode average: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago (from sold prices).

5y growth 107.4%

House Price Index (HM Land Registry — official index, not sold-price averages): North West. Series: Detached. As of March 2026.

1y (index) 1.1%

5y (index) 22.5%

10y (index) 56.4%

Rental Range

Estimated market rent for North West. Low = conservative, Realistic = average, Optimistic = best case.

Low £856/mo

Realistic £951/mo

Optimistic £1,046/mo

Based on Region from postcode lookup → North West.

LHA (30th percentile) floor for Kendal: £992/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

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Address

Haws Bank, Coniston, Westmorland and Furness, England, LA21 8AR, United Kingdom

Nearby

Nearest stations, universities and amenities (distance from property).

Type	Name	Distance
Bus stop	Church near Adam Bridge (N)	0.1 miles
Shop	Coniston Fudge	0.6 miles
Shop	Sacred Essence Coniston	0.6 miles
Bus stop	John Ruskin School (W bound)	0.6 miles
University	University of Cumbria	6.9 miles
University	University of Cumbria Ambleside Campus	7.0 miles
Train station	Windermere	7.2 miles
Train station	Newby Bridge Halt	7.5 miles
Hospital	Unknown	11.1 miles

Street-level crime

Category	Count
Violence and sexual offences	2
Shoplifting	1
Vehicle crime	1
Total incidents	4

Within 1 mile during Apr 2026. Source: data.police.uk (England & Wales).

Schools nearby

Nearest open schools with Ofsted ratings (England). Closed schools are not shown. Data from Get Information about Schools and Ofsted.

Name	Type	Distance	Ofsted
John Ruskin School	Secondary	0.6 miles	Good — 21 Nov 2019
Coniston CofE Primary School	Primary	0.8 miles	Good — 24 Jul 2013

Rental Comparables

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Rent-driven metrics

Based on Area rent estimate.

Rent ratio 0.17%

Max investor price (0.8%) £118,875

Target investor price (1%) £95,100

Rent ratio — Monthly rent ÷ purchase price (1% rule). 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak for cashflow.
Max investor price — Rent ÷ 0.8%; the price at which rent would be 0.8% of price (Stoke-style target).
Target investor price — Rent ÷ 1%; the price at which rent would be 1% of price (strong cashflow band).
Gross yield — Annual rent as % of purchase price (no costs).

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