Sympathetically upgraded and renovated with versatile accommodation to suit a range of buyers, The Old Post Office is a Grade II-listed semi-detached cottage dating back to 1640.

It can very easily be split in to two dwellings offering the the opportunity for investment or rental income.

The Old Post Office is pleasantly located with a cluster of similar properties in the Lakeland village of Troutbeck Bridge which has a thriving community and many beautiful walks from the doorstep.

The property benefits from gas central heating and has been well maintained by the current vendor.

It retains many period features including flagged flooring, a spice cupboard, exposed feature fireplace and beams and a charming original staircase.

An attractive porch leads to the combined kitchen, dining and living room which is a spacious 21ft by 17ft warmed by a living flame gas stove in a feature fireplace boosted by two radiators and with a window seat.

The kitchen area is fitted with units, built in oven, electric hob and integrated fridge, there are recessed spotlights, under wall unit lighting and fitted coat hooks.

An inner hallway with exposed beam has natural light from a high window and provides access to two double bedrooms with exposed beams and a three-piece bathroom with built-in cupboard, extractor fan and beam.

The first floor can also be accessed via an attractive side porch, offering the option of a self-contained dwelling.

It has a dining kitchen with integrated fridge, freezer and dishwasher, two bedrooms, bathroom and separate wc with original stained-glass window.

The landing has a window seat, exposed beams and loft access.

Outside is a raised bed and seating area to the front with a patio, lawned garden and off-road parking for two vehicles to the rear.

The Old Post Office, Brook Street, Troutbeck Bridge, is for sale at £550,000 from Thomson Hayton Winkley, tel. 015394 47825.