3 Bed Terraced House, Refurb/BRRR, Kendal, LA9 4TA £165,000
Property History
Listed for £165,000
January 20, 2026
Description
- Charming end-terraced cottage +
- Character features throughout +
- Opportunity for personalisation +
- Picturesque cobbled yard +
- Ultrafast broadband available +
- Three bedrooms +
- Central location +
- Ideal for first time buyers or investors +
- Gas central heating +
- Integral garage & On street parking +
Being Sold via Secure Sale online bidding. Terms & Conditions apply. Starting Bid £165000
Tucked away down a charming cobbled yard just off Kendal's historic High Street, 39 Old Shambles is a delightful end-terraced quint cottage brimming with character. Set within the town's Conservation Area, this wonderful home retains a wealth of original features including exposed wooden window and ceiling beams and traditional timber sash windows, capturing the essence of old Kendal.
While the property is in need of some updating, it offers superb scope for modernisation, making it an ideal opportunity for buyers seeking a home they can personalise.
Upon entering, you are welcomed into a cosy living space where an alcove with a rustic wooden beam mantle creates an attractive focal point. A generous under-stairs cupboard provides excellent storage.Positioned at the rear of the property, the kitchen offers direct access to the rear yard. It is fitted with a range of wall and base units and benefits from an inset sink with drainer, concealed extractor, 4-ring gas hob and freestanding cooker.
Ascending to the first floor, you will find three well-appointed bedrooms and the house bathroom. Bedroom One is a spacious double featuring a built-in wardrobe and two windows overlooking the charming cobbled yard at the front. Bedroom Two is another generous double with the same pleasant front aspect.Bedroom Three is a single room with built-in wardrobes housing the boiler. The house bathroom includes a panelled bath with overhead shower, WC, and pedestal wash hand basin.
The property benefits from an integral garage with a manual door, an excellent asset so close to the town centre and offers exciting potential for future development, including the possibility of extending through (subject to the necessary permissions). The rear yard, accessible from both the kitchen and the garage, features a small flagged seating area that provides a perfect spot for low-maintenance outdoor enjoyment.
Perfectly situated just steps from Kendal's amenities, the cottage is within easy reach of supermarkets, bus routes, the train station, schools, medical facilities and the vibrant town centre. Don't miss the rare opportunity to own a charming piece of Kendal's history; embrace the chance to make this delightful historic cottage your own.
Accomodation with approximate dimensions:
Living Room: 6' 6" x 19' 10" (2.00m x 6.06m)
Understairs storage cupboard:
Kitchen 10' 10" x 6' 5" (3.31m x 1.98m)
Staircase to first floor:
Bedroom One: 10' 5" x 10' 11" (3.20m x 3.33m)
Bedroom Two: 8' 11" x 11' 0" (2.72m x 3.36m)
Bedroom three: 8' 2" x 8' 9" (2.51m x 2.67m)
House Bathroom
Garage: 8' 7" x 16' 5" (2.62m x 5.01m)
Property Information:
Parking: On street parking and integral garage
Tenure: Freehold
Services: Mains gas, mains water, mains drainage and mains electricity
Council Tax: Westmorland and Furness Council Tax Band : B
Energy Performance Certificate: The full energy performance certificate is available in our offices or on our website.
Viewings Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh Kendal Office
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Situated on one of Kendal's historic yards, 39 Old Shambles occupies a prime position at the very end of the right-hand terrace as you look down the yard from Highgate. The property is easily located by heading past The Fleece Inn; the yard on the right is signed 'Old Shambles', and following the cobbled pathway to its end brings you directly to the cottage. Additional access is also available from the rear via Low Fellside, offering convenient alternative entry.
Council Tax Band: B
Tenure: Freehold
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