For sale Cottage

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PRIORY COTTAGES, RAYRIGG ROAD, WINDERMERE, WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS LA23 1EX

2 beds 1 baths 377 sq ft Listed 19 Apr 2025 (-399d)

£279,000

Reduced on 24 Dec 2025

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Private jetty for resident's use Communal Gardens & Lake Views View From Private Jetty Kitchen Living Area Front Exterior Kitchen Kitchen Living Area Bedroom No. 1 Kitchen Living Area Bedroom No. 2 Shower Room Communal Gardens Communal Gardens EPC RATING D

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Property details

Tenure

LEASEHOLD (986 years remaining on lease)

Floor area

35 m²

EPC rating

E

Year built

England and Wales: 1983-1990

Last sold

£322,500 Sep 2025

Price per m²

£7,971/m²

Local average

£2,743,925 (-89.8%)

Deprivation

Decile 8 (24,061 of 33,755)

Street crime

27 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)

Key features

  • Single storey mid-terraced cottage
  • Short stroll to Windermere Village
  • Open plan living area with fitted kitchen
  • Sold with NO ONGOING CHAIN
  • Stunning lake & fell views
  • Ideal 'lock up and leave'/investment property
  • Use of private jetty on Lake Windermere
  • Maintained communal grounds
  • Allocated parking
  • Excellent investment opportunity

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Broadband
Cable
Water
Mains supply
Sewerage
Private supply
Heating
Electric
Parking
Off street
Garden
Private garden
Listed property
No
Restrictions
No
Required access
No
Rights of way
No
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No

Description

This lovely single-storey mid-terrace cottage is set in an elevated position within the exclusive Priory Manor Private Estate and is within walking distance of Windermere town. Its west facing position enjoys unrestricted views across the lake towards the distant fells, and captures the sun through to sundown. It is perfectly placed for ease of access to explore this magical part of the National Park.
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Lake District, this charming 2 bedroom terraced cottage offers a tranquil retreat with stunning lake views. The single-storey mid-terraced property boasts an open plan living area with a fully fitted kitchen. Two double bedrooms provide comfortable accommodation, complemented by a three-piece suite bathroom. With the convenience of double glazing and electric heating, this cottage is as cosy as it is inviting.
Step outside into the enchanting garden space that surrounds the cottage, and you are greeted with a harmonious blend of established trees, shrubs, and flowers. Pathways wind through the lush lawn, leading to vantage points that offer breathtaking views across Windermere Lake. A track meanders down to the shore of Lake Windermere, where one can unwind while taking in the serene water views or partake in a variety of water activities. Whether enjoying a morning coffee amidst the tranquil setting or hosting a gathering with loved ones, the outdoor space of this property offers endless possibilities for relaxation and recreation. The convenience of allocated parking adds to the allure of this idyllic retreat, ensuring that coming home will always be a seamless and pleasant experience. Experience the beauty of lakeside living in this inviting terraced cottage, where the serenity of nature converges with modern comforts to create a truly special place to call home.
EPC Rating: DKITCHEN LIVING AREA (3.96m x 5.2m)
BEDROOM (2.59m x 2.96m)
BEDROOM (2.12m x 2.56m)
BATHROOM (1.63m x 1.86m)
INNER HALLWAY (0.7m x 1.43m)
IDENTIFICATION CHECKS
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SERVICES
Mains electric, mains water, mains drainage
DIRECTIONS
Follow the A590 until it merges onto Ambleside road, upon coming to the first roundabout take the first exit onto Rayrigg road then take the next right follow the road round where parking for 10 Priory cottage is located WHAT3WORDS:///track.catchers.flamingo
Garden
The gardens include a variety of established trees, shrubs and flowers amidst pathways and lawn with breathtaking views across Windermere Lake. There is a track leading down to the shore of Lake Windermere- perfect for relaxing or enjoying any water activities.
Parking - Allocated parking
Allocated parking.

Listed by

Windermere

Thomson Hayton Winkley Estate Agents

Reference: 160900220

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

Current rating: E

Potential rating: A

Inspection date: 17/03/2025

Current heating cost: £960/year

Potential heating cost: £460/year

Est. upgrade cost to C: £16,225

Recommendations

  • Increase loft insulation to 270 mm (£100 - £350)
  • Floor insulation (solid floor) (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • High heat retention storage heaters and dual immersion cylinder (£1,200 - £1,800)
  • Solar water heating (£4,000 - £6,000)
  • Solar photovoltaic panels, 2.5 kWp (£3,500 - £5,500)

View full EPC on gov.uk

Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

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EPC Graphs

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Listed for sale £279,000 -13.5%
Sold 08/09/2025 (8 months ago) £322,500

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
9 PRIORY GRANGE, WINDERMERE, WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS, LA23 1BF £499,136 22/11/2023 Detached
PRIORY COTTAGES 13B RAYRIGG ROAD, WINDERMERE, SOUTH LAKELAND, CUMBRIA, LA23 1EX £652,300 10/11/2022 Detached
6 APPLERIGG, WINDERMERE, SOUTH LAKELAND, CUMBRIA, LA23 1EW £650,000 18/03/2022 Detached
2 EDLAN PLACE, TROUTBECK BRIDGE, WINDERMERE, SOUTH LAKELAND, CUMBRIA, LA23 1QE £485,000 20/08/2021 Detached

Area average: £571,609 (4 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

5y growth 244.8%
10y growth 269.9%

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

1y (index) 2.8%
5y (index) 24.6%
10y (index) 56.3%

Company ownership

Registered legal owner is a company.

Company-owned (UK company)

Company: PRIORY COTTAGES WINDERMERE MANAGEMENT LIMITED (1708606)

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 North Cumbria: £474/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

Rayrigg Road

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Firgarth Hotel 0.2 miles
Shop KD Hairdressing 0.6 miles
Shop Keyhole Interiors 0.6 miles
Train station Windermere 0.7 miles
University University of Cumbria Ambleside Campus 4.0 miles
Train station Staveley 4.0 miles
University University of Cumbria 6.3 miles
Hospital Westmorland General Hospital 9.2 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Violence and sexual offences 8
Other theft 4
Anti-social behaviour 2
Bicycle theft 2
Criminal damage and arson 2
Drugs 2
Shoplifting 2
Vehicle crime 2
Other crime 1
Possession of weapons 1
Public order 1
Total incidents 27

Within 1 mile during Mar 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
The Lakes School Secondary 0.5 miles Good — 6 Jan 2020
St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Windermere Primary 1.0 miles Requires improvement — 15 Jan 2024
St Martin & St Mary Church of England Primary School Primary 1.0 miles Good — 18 Nov 2014
Goodly Dale Primary School Primary 1.1 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
Windermere School Other 1.9 miles (No rating)

Rental Comparables

Residential lets from OpenRent and Rightmove for the area (same bedroom count). Use to validate rent estimates. Student lets are excluded.

Title Rent Beds Distance As seen on
2 Bed Detached House, St. Marys Park, LA23 £1,200/mo 2 0.41 miles OpenRent
2 Bed Flat, Thwaites Lee, LA23 £850/mo 2 1.12 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £1,025/mo (2 listings)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.37%
Max investor price (0.8%) £128,125
Target investor price (1%) £102,500
Gross yield 4.4%
Cost-to-rent ratio 22.7×
Monthly cashflow £-201/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -3%
  • 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).
  • Cost-to-rent — Price ÷ annual rent (from OpenRent comparables). Under 14× = strong, 14–16× = acceptable, 17×+ = compressed.
  • Cashflow — Rent minus mortgage, 10% maintenance, £25/mo compliance. Assumes 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term.
  • ROI — Annual profit ÷ cash in (deposit + 4% purchase costs).