The most expensive property in the Lake District has come onto the market for £9.5 million (approximately $12 million USD). Located in the exclusive Ridding Bay estate on the western shore of Lake Windermere, the property spans 16,554 square feet across three floors and sits on ten acres of land.
The residence features a 49-foot indoor swimming pool, a games room, a home gym, and a cinema. The main house includes an entrance hall leading to interconnected living, dining, and snug areas. The ground floor contains a kitchen, breakfast room, utility room, study, and cloakroom. Six bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms are situated on the first and second floors. The basement is configured as a leisure suite with a pool, steam room, sauna, jacuzzi, gym, and bar, as well as a home cinema and office. An adjacent, newly constructed garage can accommodate three cars and includes a games room.
The property also boasts direct access to Lake Windermere via a two-story boathouse. This structure includes a living area, shower room, and terrace with views of the lake. Additional amenities include a wildlife pond, a tennis court, and a summer house equipped with underfloor heating and WiFi.
The estate is bordered by natural woodland, with the Gummers How fell providing a scenic backdrop. The nearby hamlet of Newby Bridge is 1.5 miles away, while Bowness-on-Windermere and Kendal are 9 and 14 miles distant, respectively.
Sotheby's International Realty is handling the sale. The listing describes the property as a "rare opportunity to own an asset that is both a remarkable hideaway and an invaluable investment in one of England's most beloved destinations." The second most expensive home currently listed in the area is Storrs Holme, a six-bedroom waterfront mansion in Windermere, priced at £8.5 million. The Holbeck Ghyll Country House Hotel is also on the market for £11 million.