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THE FERRY HOUSE, AMBLESIDE, FAR SAWREY, WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS LA22 0LZ

2 beds 2 baths 118 m² Listed 10 Jan 2024 (-869d)

£530,000

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Reduced on 11 Dec 2023

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Property details

Tenure

LEASEHOLD

Floor area

118 m²

Council tax band

E

Last sold

£475,000 Feb 2025

Local average

£373,333 (+42%)

Deprivation

Decile 5 (15,358 of 33,755)

Street crime

5 incidents within 1 mile (Mar 2026)

Key features

  • Superb Lake views
  • Situated on the western shores of Lake Windermere
  • Peaceful and tranquil setting
  • Originally a grand Victorian hotel built around 1880
  • Luxurious apartments
  • Excellently proportioned
  • Ground floor
  • Feature fire place
  • Traditional stone and slate roofs
  • Private entrance

Additional details

Electricity
Mains supply
Water
Private supply
Sewerage
Private supply
Heating
Electric
Parking
On street
Garden
Patio, Communal garden
Listed property
No
Restrictions
Yes
Flooded in last 5 years
No
Flood defences
No
Source of flood
Lake

Description

The Ferry House occupies a stunning position in a gently elevated position and has superb lake views from both the apartment and communal grounds.
The property is situated on the western shores of Lake Windermere built on a narrow strip of land projecting out into the water putting this apartment in a magnificent setting. Positioned close to the ferry which gives both pedestrian and vehicular access across the Lake to Bowness-on-Windermere and all the amenities the village has to offer. The western shores of Lake Windermere are a peaceful and tranquil setting close to the village of Far Sawrey with its public house yet conveniently positioned close to the popular conservation village of Hawkshead made famous for its connections to William
Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter.
The Ferry House was originally a grand Victorian hotel built around 1880 and was then the headquarters of the Freshwater Biological Association. Subsequently the building was converted into 13 luxurious apartments by reputable local developer Robert Hughes in 2006. Number 3 is arguably one of the most prestigious apartments within the
development with excellently proportioned and stunningly presented two bedroom two bathroom ground floor accommodation converted to a high specification with breathtaking lake views. The property has been improved by the present vendors including surround sound wiring system, a feature fire place and fitted dressers in the lounge. The property has a lovely Lakeland exterior including traditional stone and slate roofs and has first class contemporary accommodation. Number 3 also benefits from communal and private entrance with private patio area leading to communal grounds. Additionally it has its own private large store room in the basement.
Restrictive covenants including no Holiday Lets.
Accommodation
Communal entrance hall with intercom system leading to;
Private Front Door
Attractive wide hallway with cornice moulding and intercom system.
Sitting Room
7.47m x 4.37m (24'6" x 14'4")
Stunning room with high ceiling, cornice moulding and bespoke fitted dressers with shelving. Feature fire place comprising of granite hearth and surround with inset electric fire. Feature oak framed window and shelving looking into hallway. TV point. Patio doors and breathtaking views of the lake across the private patio towards Red Screes and Wansfell Pike.
Kitchen/Diner
4.35m x 3.81m (14'3" x 12'5" )
Semi open plan room with quality fitted contemporary wall and base units and display cabinet. One and half bowl stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and pull out waste disposal unit. Appliances include four ring induction hob with extractor, electric oven and microwave, integrated dishwasher, fridge and freezer. Amtico flooring and part tiled walls. Telephone point. Beautiful lake and fell views over the gardens.
Bedroom One
4.51m x 3.70m (14'9" x 12'1" )
Excellent double room with fitted double wardrobe and TV point.
En-Suite Shower Room
Three piece white suite comprising of double shower cubicle, wash hand basin and WC. Full wall and floor tiling. Heated towel rail and extractor. Illuminated light/electric shaver point.
Bedroom Two
4.15m x 3.70m (13'7" x 12'1" )
Spacious double room with fitted triple wardrobe. Views of the communal courtyard. TV point.
Shower Room
Attractive three piece white suite comprising of double shower cubicle, wash hand basin and WC. Illuminated mirror. Full floor and wall tiling. Extractor and heated towel rail.
Inner Hall
Cupboard with shelving.
Utility Room
With selection of base units with stainless steel sink mixer tap. Wood effect floor and part wall tiled
Plant Room
Housing Vaillant gas boiler and cylinder.
Outside
The property benefits from delightful landscaped communal gardens providing lake access together with its own private patio area. All the apartments have private designated parking as well as visitor parking. There is also a storage area in a communal cellar providing excellent storage facility.
Directions
From Hawkshead continue through Near Sawrey and Far Sawrey proceed down the hill towards the ferry, as you approach the ferry The Ferry House building is on the right hand side with electronic gated drive leading to the designated private parking and visitor parking.
Services
Mains electric. Private water and drainage of which the water is presently free. Calor gas central heating.
Tenure
Leasehold for an original term of 999 years from 2006. There is a monthly service charge of approximately £200 PCM which includes water, building insurance and maintenance of the property and grounds together with cleaning of the communal areas.
Council Tax Band
E

Listed by

Ambleside

Matthews Benjamin Ltd

Reference: 143492672

EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost

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Flood risk

Zone: 1

Risk: Low

Job (default Low)

Floorplans

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Price history

Event Date Price % change
Sold 27/02/2025 (1 year ago) £475,000

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
THE FERRY HOUSE 12, FAR SAWREY, AMBLESIDE, WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS, LA22 0LZ £395,000 16/03/2023 Flat
THE FERRY HOUSE 8, FAR SAWREY, AMBLESIDE, WESTMORLAND AND FURNESS, LA22 0LZ £575,000 15/03/2023 Flat

Area average: £485,000 (2 sales)

Capital growth trend

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

10y growth 5.1%

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

1y (index) -0.3%
5y (index) 11.3%
10y (index) 47%

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: £648/mo (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026)

Location

Address

B5285

Nearby

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

Type Name Distance
Bus stop Ferry House 0.0 miles
Bus stop Unknown 0.0 miles
Shop Edmondson Longmire 0.8 miles
Shop Windermere Boat Sales 0.9 miles
Train station Windermere 2.4 miles
Train station Staveley 5.1 miles
University University of Cumbria Ambleside Campus 5.9 miles
University University of Cumbria 8.7 miles
Hospital Westmorland General Hospital 8.9 miles

Street-level crime

Category Count
Drugs 2
Other theft 2
Criminal damage and arson 1
Total incidents 5

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
Goodly Dale Primary School Primary 1.6 miles (Inspected (no overall grade))
St Cuthberts Catholic Primary School, Windermere Primary 1.8 miles Requires improvement — 15 Jan 2024
St Martin & St Mary Church of England Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Good — 18 Nov 2014
Hawkshead Esthwaite Primary School Primary 2.7 miles Good — 23 Jul 2014
The Lakes School Secondary 2.8 miles Good — 6 Jan 2020

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 Flat, Craig Walk, LA23 £920/mo 2 1.27 miles OpenRent

Average rent: £920/mo (1 listing)

Rent-driven metrics

Based on OpenRent comparables.

Rent ratio 0.17%
Max investor price (0.8%) £115,000
Target investor price (1%) £92,000
Gross yield 2.1%
Cost-to-rent ratio 48×
Monthly cashflow £-1,284/mo 75% LTV, 3.95% APR (5yr fixed), 25yr term
Cash-on-cash ROI -10%
  • 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).