Description Dating back to 1600, this delightful country house is one of the oldest properties in the area, and has been recently renovated and upgraded into an immaculately presented family home. This 4 bedroomed, detached, Grade II listed property is located within the Lake District National Park, in the picturesque and peaceful Winster Valley. The property is surrounded by beautiful gardens with an enclosed paddock and pond, and various outbuildings including a garage, barn, stables with hayloft, and plenty of driveway parking plus an additional private layby adjacent to the property. The property benefits from a bright and sunny aspect with stunning views across the Winster Valley and surrounding fells.Formerly known as Compston House, this fantastic four bedroomed detached house has been extensively renovated to the highest standard by the current owners into a beautiful stylish home that merges contemporary living with all of the essence and charm of the original features. This 17th century house was a much loved post office and shop for 91 years (1895-1986) and had been kept in the same family for many years before being sold, extended and renovated into the fabulous house you see today. The current owners have recently completed a number of renovations including: installation of a private borehole and UV filtration system, complete damp proofing, new kitchen with porcelain flooring with a range of integrated Neff appliances, new central heating system with HIVE app control, new downstairs WC and upstairs ensuite, new carpets and Karndean flooring throughout, LED lighting and total redecoration throughout the property. No detail has been left overlooked in the restoration of this incredible home and the results are spectacular! Approaching The Old Post Office by private cobbled driveway, it quickly becomes apparent how special this house is. The house is set within its own large enclosed garden and overlooks its own paddock with stream fed lily pond and damson tree orchard. Range of outbuildings including a garage, large barn, stable with hayloft and woodshed. In spring and summer, the house has a spectacular colourful floral wall of purple and pink. Wisteria frames the chocolate box exterior which has been a feature of many post cards, photographs and even a jigsaw! Both entrances are traditional stone-built Lakeland porches with pitched slate roofs, slab flooring and side stone benches. The front porch retains the beautifully ornate studded oak door and cast iron doorbell. Into the oak beamed entrance hall are where two stunning ground floor bedrooms can be found. The first features a split level floor and 12 pane sash window, the second retains the original inlaid oak spice cupboard and mullion window. Both bright dual aspect rooms are beautifully presented with Karndean flooring. To the end of the hallway is the heart of the house. The spacious oak beamed open plan kitchen-diner with porcelain floor tiles throughout, high gloss light grey wall and base units, quartz worktops with inlaid Franke 1.5 sink and a range of integrated Neff appliances: oven, induction hob, extractor fan, combi oven-grill microwave and dishwasher. To the dining area is a feature exposed Lakeland stone wall with a French door opening to a patio area and rockery, perfect for al fresco dining in the summer months! Through the kitchen is the side entrance porch and utility room with high gloss base units and WC with vanity unit with inset basin and extractor fan. To the first floor is the light and spacious exquisite triple aspect oak beamed living and dining area with breathtaking views over the Winster Valley and fells beyond. French doors lead out to a patio area and the landscaped gardens. Perfect for light and warm evenings. Admire the stunning views and look out for the range of wildlife - including deer, ducks and pheasants - that frequent the gardens and paddock. There is a most attractive fireplace with exposed stone, oak mantle and Lakeland slate hearth housing a wood burning stove. Ideal for keeping nice and cosy during the winter nights. Large walk-in storage cupboard with shelves and lighting. The two further bedrooms can be found on this floor. Both are well presented and decorated to a high standard. Bedroom 1 is a light and airy room with two skylights and a large window that overlooks the gardens. There are built-in wardrobes with shelves and lighting. The contemporary ensuite features a corner shower, vanity unit with inset wash basin, LED mirror, extractor fan, tiled walls and Karndean flooring. Bedroom 2 features an oak beamed vaulted ceiling with 9 pane sash window with lovely views over the garden and fields beyond. From the landing is a modern bathroom including a double shower cubicle with power shower, bath, WC, sink/vanity unit set within a granite top with wall lights. Part tiled walls and Karndean flooring, towel radiator and built in storage cupboards. Outside: The house is set amongst beautiful well screened gardens with incredible views of the rural surroundings. The large lawn and well established gardens feature three stone paved patio areas, rockeries, a large greenhouse (with water and power supply) well stocked herbaceous borders and established shrubs and trees. In spring and summer, the purple aubretia, alyssum and candytuft tumbling over the front wall and wisteria blossoms covering the front of the house are delightful to see. A sweeping driveway laid with attractive cobbled granite provides ample off-road parking as well as access to the garage - with remote controlled entrance - and outbuildings. Large double door barn/workshop, stable and tackroom with hayloft above, and a woodshed. Water and power supply. To the rear of the outbuildings is a fruit and vegetable patch. Opposite the house is an approx. 14 acre enclosed paddock with lily pond, stream, damson tree orchard and private layby for additional parking. Location A delightful setting that offers peaceful, semi-rural living with all the convenience of nearby Bowness and Windermere, where you will find a fabulous choice of cafes, boutique shops, restaurants and supermarkets. Windermere train station has regular services to Oxenholme where major train lines have direct links to both Manchester Airport and London. The M6 can be reached in about 20 minutes. A 5 minute walk from the doorstep is The Brown Horse Pub & Restaurant. Surrounded by the beautiful Winster Valley there are countless walks and woodland trails with stunning views. Proceed out of Bowness village centre towards Winster village on the A5074, then on entering Winster the property is a short way along on your left with a private cobbled driveway, and a layby belonging to the property on your right. Accommodation (with approximate measurements) Side Entrance Porch Utility Room 8' 0 x 7' 4 (2.44m x 2.24m) WC Kitchen Diner 20' x 11' Max (6.1m x 3.35m) Hallway Bedroom 3 14' 8 x 8' 5 (4.47m x 2.57m) Bedroom 4 12' 9 x 11' 2 (3.89m x 3.4m) Front Entrance Porch Stairs to First Floor Living Room/Dining Room 26' 7 x 16' 10 Max (8.1m x 5.13m) Bedroom 1 16' 3 x 11' 1 (4.95m x 3.38m) En-Suite Shower Room Bedroom 2 10' 11 x 10' 10 (3.33m x 3.3m) Bathroom Garage 21' 9 Max x 16' 4 Max (6.63m x 4.98m) Barn/Workshop 16' 7 x 11' 5 (5.05m x 3.48m) Stables 11' x 9' 5 (3.35m x 2.87m) Wood Shed 9' 5 x 7' 2 (2.87m x 2.18m) Oil tank. Services Oil fired central heating, mains electricity, private water supply via a borehole and filtration system (installed 2018), private septic tank drainage in own field across the road. Tenure Freehold. Vacant possession upon completion. Council Tax Westmorland and Furness Council - Band E. Viewings Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh Windermere Sales Office. Energy Performance Certificate The full Energy Performance Certificate is available on our website and also at any of our offices. What3Words: ///leopard.firework.amber For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houes_winster-d581753/for-sale_i70613420
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Hoff Lodge originally built as a shooting lodge for Lord Hothfield and has retained a plethora of exquisite period features throughout, including solid oak doors and window surrounds, beautiful brass door plates and cast-iron radiators. This spacious family home has six bedrooms, three bathrooms, four receptions rooms plus an impressive, detached coach house with development potential. Hoff Lodge is a uniquely located country retreat sitting between both the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks, with the picturesque market town of Appleby just a few miles away. INSIDE A sweeping tree lined driveway leads up to the residence, which has an attractive frontage and stone mullion windows on all sides. A grand, arched front entrance opens into a magnificent hall with a welcoming open fire and beautiful oak Arts & Craft fireplace with gun rack. This charming space also has original parquet flooring, exposed beams and solid oak panelled staircase. At the front of the property are two large reception rooms, both with wonderful views across the grounds and hills beyond. The drawing room has a woodburning stove with full wall oak surround and glazed doors opening into the adjoining morning sunroom. The spacious dining room has an original oak fireplace and opens into an evening sunroom, with French door out onto the garden. At the rear of the ground floor are two flexible use reception rooms both with delightful fireplaces which presently serve as a living room/study and breakfast room. The property benefits from Defra approved wood burning stoves with the wood being sourced from the property's own private woodland. The kitchen is fitted with locally handmade solid oak cabinetry with central island/breakfast bar, five oven Aga, an induction hob with separate oven and grill. The adjoining rear entrance hall offers additional kitchen space with a number of built in cupboards and could be adapted to make a large dining kitchen. The ground floor is completed by a boot room, shower room and access down to the cellar with storeroom and utility. The grand central staircase leads to the first floor landing with wonderful stained glass ceiling panels plus loft space. Off the landing are six bedrooms, with four having ornate fireplaces and the front bedrooms having far reaching views. A number of bedrooms have built in cupboards with a walk-in wardrobe off the landing. There are two bathrooms on the first floor, one recently renovated with period William Morris wallpaper and a large shower, the other with freestanding roll top bath. OUTSIDE Set back from the main house is a large attractive coach house with a number of store rooms, workshops and garages, with new custom made hardwood doors and windows. At the centre is a generous room with cast-iron range, adjoining WC and ladder to a first floor boarded space. This flexible use building has excellent development potential and could serve as multi-generational accommodation or home business space. There is planning permission in place to covert part of the outbuilding to a holiday let or ancillary accommodation. Hoff Lodge sits on a wonderful, elevated plot of over 5 acres surrounded by open countryside and fell views. A treelined driveway leads through the grounds to the property, with two large gravel parking areas. There is an extensive lawn garden at the front of the lodge and a west facing rear lawn garden with patio seating area and fountain. Mature trees and woodland on the edge of the grounds, offering privacy and attracting wildlife, including red squirrels. In addition the current owners have created a large organic vegetable garden with raised beds. There is also an EV charging point for an electric car. The current owners own a share of the land surrounding the property to ensure this can't be built on in the future. Within the grounds of Hoff Lodge there are 5 privately owned wooden lodges. the owners of Hoff lodge own the freehold for the land on which the lodges sit and the lodges are all leasehold, The owners of the lodges each pay an annual service charge to the owners of Hoff Lodge and have use of a separate parking area to the left of the main driveway, allowing the main grounds of Hoff lodge to be completely private. There is a restriction on their use and these lodges are only allowed to be second homes and it is not permitted to use them as a holiday let or use as a main residence. the Lodges have their own septic tank and are serviced independently. There is a 6th lodge owned by the current owners of Hoff Lodge included in the sale. Once renovated this could make a wonderful retreat or studio in the private woodland setting. LOCATION This hidden country retreat is on the outskirts of the hamlet of Hoff with country inn and only two miles from the picturesque market town of Appleby. The town has excellent amenities, including schools, restaurants, shops, leisure centre and Settle-Carlisle line railway station with direct trains to Leeds and Carlisle. There is a wealth of country pursuits on the doorstep including horse riding, River Eden fishing and superb walks in the nearby Pennine AONB, Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks. Hoff Lodge is just a few miles from the A66 offering easy access to Penrith with West Coast Main Line station and M6 motorway junction. The historic town of Appleby-in-Westmorland, set on the banks of the picturesque River Eden. The wide main street is said to be one of the finest in England with entrance to Appleby Castle at one end. Guided tours and afternoon tea are available at the castle, once home to Lady Anne Clifford. DIRECTIONS Address: Hoff Lodge, Hoff, Appleby-in-Westmorland, CA16 6TD Directions: From Penrith take the A66 to Appleby and follow the signs into the town, turning right over the bridge. Follow the road through the town, passing Appleby Castle on the left and head out of Appleby. Continue through Burrells and past the New Inn at Hoff. Around 200m after the pub take the first right onto the farm track heading to Barwise Hall. Follow this track and take the Left-hand turn at the fork. The entrance to Hoff Lodge is 20 yards on the right-hand side. SERVICES Mains electricity and water, Septic tank drainage and Oil central heating Council Tax band: G For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_hoff-d610153/for-sale_i70343359
Bluebell House and Greaves, Dacre A stunning, detached 4/5 bedroom contemporary newly built home which enjoys a beautiful and peaceful setting within the Lake District National Park. This unique property offers purchasers a beautiful lifestyle family home with 7 acres available by separate negotiation, as well as a former farmhouse now providing ancillary accommodation. The property is just under 4 miles away from the popular village of Pooley bridge, at the northern tip of Ullswater, which has an array of amenities including restaurants, shops, and an abundance of walks on the doorstep. Adjacent to Bluebell House and also included in the sale is 'Greaves', which is the existing former farmhouse now providing detached ancillary accommodation, offering ideal work/gym space and accommodation for dependent relatives or visiting friends and family. Both properties sit in a glorious unspoilt countryside setting with undulating fields and trees surrounding them. Bluebell House Bluebell House is a unique, newly built luxury home in a secluded yet accessible location within the Lake District National Park. Finished with a mix of crisp white render and Westmorland Slate to the exterior this stunning family home sits nestles in the Cumbrian countryside. The internal accommodation has been designed with family living in mind; flexible open plan spaces that also retain a sense of separation - ideal for daily family life or entertaining a full house. Full height glazing is a feature throughout which allows the house to be flooded with natural light at all times of day. The extensive open plan living accommodation on the ground floor all benefits from underfloor heating with slate effect ceramic tiles. The entrance hallway leads to the living room and on to a large, light and airy open plan living/dining/kitchen with bi-fold doors to the garden and feature central woodburning stove. The kitchen has been fitted with modern black SieMatic kitchen fitted cabinets with integrated NEFF appliances including a double oven, microwave, induction hob with integrated extractor fan, fridge freezer and twin wine coolers. A cosy and intimate more formal dining space is located adjacent to the kitchen. To the rear is a useful utility and bootroom with door to outside. A useful office/bedroom 5 providing a work from home haven and downstairs WC, complete the ground floor accommodation. An oak and glass stairway leads to the first floor which boasts two equally stunning double bedrooms both with en-suites, two further double bedrooms and a family bathroom as well as extensive storage on the landing. The large windows and elevated position of the bedrooms affords them a stunning outlook. Greaves This attractive detached former farmhouse dates back to the 18th century and now provides ancillary accommodation to Bluebell House. The large footprint, with a flexible layout, offers opportunity for home office space and/or gym perhaps, and has living and sleeping accommodation for dependent relatives or visiting friends and family. N.B It should be noted that Greaves cannot currently be classed as a permanent residence and cannot be sold or let independently. Bluebell House and Greaves sit in a large plot extending to just under 2 acres. There is a generous terrace to the front and side of Bluebell House with the remainder of the gardens laid to grass. Greaves Beck passes along the eastern boundary with a pretty barbeque hut sitting adjacent; the perfect spot for summer entertaining. There is a large courtyard shared with Greaves offering ample parking and a useful 2 storey traditional barn offers scope for conversion to garaging or home office (subject to consent). There is also an existing detached double garage. The extent of the property is shown outlined in red on the attached plan. There is a separate 7acre field (shown hatched blue) which is available by separate negotiation. Special Note Immediately after the first occupation of Bluebell House, the former farmhouse Greaves shall not be occupied or used at any time other than for purposes ancillary to the residential use of Bluebell House. Reason: Planning Permission was granted for Bluebell House as a replacement house only, the condition is required to ensure that the existing house is used only as ancillary accommodation and that there is no net increase in the number of independent houses at this location. Services Mains electricity, borehole water with filters and expansion tank serving Bluebell House and Greaves, sewage treatment plant. An Air Source Heat Pump provides Heating and Hot Water to Bluebell House. Greaves is served by oil fired central heating. Field The neighbouring field extending to just over 7acres (shown hatched blue on the adjacent plan) is available by separate negotiation. Tenure Freehold. Council Tax As this is a newly constructed house it has not yet been assessed for Council Tax. Viewings Strictly by appointment through the sole selling agents, Fine & Country Cumbria Offers All offers for the property should be made to the sole selling agents, Fine & Country Cumbria . Money Laundering Prospective purchasers should be aware that in order to comply with current Money Laundering Regulations, before an offer can be accepted, proof of ID and proof of funds will be required to be provided to the agents. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_dacre-d558310/for-sale_i69928615
Accommodation in Brief Ground Floor Entrance Hall Snug Drawing Room Kitchen/Dining Area Rear Porch Utility Room WC Store Room First Floor Landing Principal Bedroom Ensuite Five Bedrooms Shower Room Bathroom First Floor (Above Garage) Boiler Room Storage Exterior Three Car Garage Garden The Property Situated within the picturesque Lake District National Park, this distinctive rural home is enveloped by scenic natural surroundings, showcasing enviable views of the nearby Great Mell Fell and Little Mell Fell. Brownrigg is surrounded by 5 acres, comprising grassland and mature, well stocked gardens with a lovely outdoor seating area, complementing its surroundings. The property showcases many architectural periods, tracing its origins back to the 1500s. Inside, the main living spaces are generously sized and filled with natural light, showcasing charming period features such as exposed beams, traditional inglenook fireplace and an impressive staircase. The drawing room and snug are characterful in appearance, with the snug enjoying a Clearview stove, fostering a warm and inviting ambience. The open plan kitchen and dining area has been tastefully upgraded to include underfloor heating, elegant limestone tiles, and a Rangemaster cooker, making it an ideal area for dining and entertaining guests. Added conveniences include a ground floor storeroom, utility room and WC accessible via the rear porch, just off the kitchen/diner. The entire ground floor is serviced with underfloor heating and the walls affixed with efficient Celotex insulation. Ascending to the first floor, Brownrigg House features five well-proportioned bedrooms with the principal bedroom boasting an ensuite bathroom and the remaining bedrooms sharing a shower room and bathroom. These rooms showcase the same cosy, traditional aesthetic featuring exposed beams and pitched ceilings. Above the garage, there is a substantial storage room, accessible via the staircase within the ground floor store room. Given its size, this has scope for development and could function as additional accommodation for guests, subject to necessary consents. Externally Externally, Brownrigg House benefits from a large adjoined three vehicle garage in addition to parking space contained within the front yard. The gardens are mature and have been beautifully maintained, featuring lush lawns, Log and Wood Store, vegetable patch, neatly presented flower beds and a large terrace area for outdoor entertaining. There is about 2 acres of grassland to the front of the property, with a small, picturesque stream running under a stone vernacular bridge. Agents Note The property is currently served by 4G broadband, with superfast broadband arriving in late 2024. Local Information The popular Matterdale Valley is located in the Lake District National Park, close to Ullswater and 7 miles from the M6 at Junction 40. Nearby Penruddock features a cosy country pub, a restaurant, and a village hall, fostering a close-knit community atmosphere with regular social events. The area is ideal for outdoor activities, offering scenic walks and sailing opportunities on nearby Lake Ullswater. It's a peaceful spot for enjoying the outdoors and local community life. The regional centre of Penrith is within easy reach and provides comprehensive cultural, educational and recreational opportunities, along with excellent shopping facilities. There are primary schools in the villages of Penruddock, Stainton and Greystoke, along with a separate pre-school in Penruddock. There is an excellent choice of secondary schooling nearby with Ullswater Community College, Queen Elizabeth Grammar School and Keswick School. For the commuter, the A66 and M6 are both within easy reach for onward travel north and south. Main line rail services are available at both Penrith and Carlisle which provide fast and frequent services to London in the south and to Glasgow and Edinburgh in the north. The rail station at Carlisle provides regular connecting services east to Newcastle. Approximate Mileages Penruddock 3.3 miles Pooley Bridge 4.9 miles M6 Junction 40 Skirsgill 8.0 miles Penrith 8.9 miles Keswick 12.2 miles Carlisle 28.7 miles Services Mains electricity & Water. Oil-fired boiler. Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way The property is being sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether or not specified within the sales particulars. Agents Note to Purchasers We strive to ensure all property details are accurate, however, they are not to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact and do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract. All measurements and floor plans have been prepared as a guide only. All services, systems and appliances listed in the details have not been tested by us and no guarantee is given to their operating ability or efficiency. Please be advised that some information may be awaiting vendor approval. Submitting an Offer Please note that all offers will require financial verification including mortgage agreement in principle, proof of deposit funds, proof of available cash and full chain details including selling agents and solicitors down the chain. To comply with Money Laundering Regulations, we require proof of identification from all buyers before acceptance letters are sent and solicitors can be instructed. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_matterdale-d584177/for-sale_i71144924
On the ground floor there is a spacious study which is ideal for remote working; it's also versatile enough to serve as an extra bedroom or a play room for the children. You will also find the utility room, equipped with laundry facilities and shelving, just round the corner from the study. Right next door is a modern downstairs WC, conveniently situated. There is also a door that leads to the garage, which offers ample storage space and is fitted with modern electric doors.The heart of this home is the bespoke modern kitchen and it completes the ground floor accommodation in real style. It is a masterpiece designed for entertaining friends and family. The bespoke kitchen features a central island with abundant lighting and the highest quality integrated appliances available, including a double oven, induction hob, wine fridge, and dishwasher.As you ascend the Scandinavian-style oak staircase to the first floor, a set of glass-paned double doors leads to the stunning living room. Natural light floods the room from large windows and patio doors that open onto a private balcony, where you can relax with a glass of wine and take in the spectacular views of Windermere as the sun sets directly in front of you. The living room showcases a welcoming log-burning stove set within a rustic wooden surround. With built-in surround sound and adjustable lighting, it creates a unique cinematic experience in your own home.The first of four captivating bedrooms at Poole Brae, with a full lake view, is accessible from the 1st floor landing. Opposite this bedroom, intricate in marble and enhanced by spotlighting, the opulent wet room serves as a semi-private bathroom for the adjacent bedroom.At the end of the hallway, you'll discover another spacious bedroom. Elegantly designed and providing more picturesque Windermere views, this room is utterly inviting. A wooden door leads to a generously sized four-piece marble ensuite, adding a touch of luxury to your daily routine.Ascending to the uppermost floor, a broad landing, illuminated by modern Velux windows, offers practical storage space in the eaves, making it ideal for seasonal decorations. Lastly, the top-floor bedroom also presents captivating lake views. Decorated in soothing neutrals, this room is filled with natural light, making it an inviting space for all family members.The master bedroom covers the same area as the drawing room and kitchen, and it offers the most stunning view of Lake Windermere through its large window. The room is drenched in natural light, creating a fabulous space. A spacious walk-in wardrobe ensures that selecting your outfit is effortless.Next to the master bedroom, you'll find a contemporary bathroom that's a personal sanctuary. Adorned with Italian marble and modern fixtures, it's your private spa. Whether you prefer a relaxing soak in the deep bath while watching the sunset over the lake or an invigorating morning shower in the spacious walk-in shower, this space caters to all your needs.Now, let's explore the manageable garden when you're not relaxing on the balcony. It's a private and peaceful area with a harmonious mix of lawn, plants, and trees - a haven for both children and adults. A side hall provides access to the garden from the 1st floor. Outside you will find a triple level wrap around decked garden complete with BBQ area, hot tub and a large dining space. No expense has been spared with the design, installation and maintenance of the outside area of Poole Brae. The attention to detail and general feel of the garden area can only truly be appreciated in person. In a location where properties rarely become available, Poole Brae is a home that skilfully combines tradition with contemporary luxury. It offers you a comfortable and inviting retreat in the heart of the Lake District.Council Tax Band: GTenure: Freehold For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_newby-bridge-road-d619428/for-sale_i70445742
An outstanding substantial detached five bedroom house occupying an idyllic site amounting to approximately 0.5 acre with extensive surrounding mature gardens in a tranquil rural setting under two miles from Bassenthwaite village and entirely embraced by delightful fell views.The generous internal accommodation offers flexible use as there is a ground floor bedroom and bathroom allowing some occupants to mainly reside on the ground floor if preferable.Boundary House nestles within the Lake District National Park approximately 8.5 miles from Keswick, 9.5 miles from Cockermouth, 20 miles from Carlisle and 19 miles from Allonby on the Solway coast. Junction 40 of the M6 at Penrith is 26 miles away and Penrith railway station includes a west coast main line direct service to London, Edinburgh and Glasgow. Bassenthwaite village amenities include a primary school, church and public houses. Nearby facilities include Bassenthwaite lake and sailing club, a first class leisure complex and spa at Armathwaite Hall hotel, The Lakes Distillery, The Lake District Wildlife Park, Mirehouse country house and gardens and Honister slate mine. Numerous fell walks are close by including Binsey, Skiddaw and Ullock Pike. Accommodation Ground Floor: Entrance Hall With vaulted ceiling, radiator. Sitting Room With windows to two elevations, sandstone fireplace with wood burning stove, radiator. Dining Kitchen With fitted base and wall units including pelmet lighting and granite work surfaces, sink with boiling water mixer tap, Rayburn stove, integrated fridge and dishwasher, radiator, external door to rear open porch. Utility Room With fitted base and wall units, sink with mixer tap, plumbing for washing machine, radiator. Inner Hall With two radiators, under stairs cupboard. Living Room With windows to two elevations, sandstone fireplace with wood burning stove, four radiators, patio door to the rear garden. Bedroom One With radiator. Bathroom With WC, wash hand basin, roll top bath with shower mixer / filler, shower cubicle, ceramic wall tiling, heated towel rail / radiator. First Floor: Landing With two roof windows, radiator. Master Bedroom With vaulted ceiling, three roof windows, three radiators, cast iron fireplace. En-suite Bathroom With WC, wash hand basin, roll top bath with shower mixer / filler, shower cubicle, ceramic wall tiling, roof window, radiator. Bedroom Three With windows to the front and rear elevation, two radiators, built in cupboard and cylinder cupboard. Bedroom Four With roof window, radiator. Dressing Room / Bedroom Five With radiator, built in wardrobe. Shower Room With WC, wash hand basin, shower cubicle, ceramic wall tiling, two roof windows, heated towel rail. Outside: Block paved driveway entrance and courtyard providing parking spaces, extensive surrounding mature gardens comprising lawns with stocked and shrubbed borders, paved patios, established trees, rear decked terrace, garden room with electric power, shed, large car port suitable for a motor home. Double Garage With Apartment With two up and over doors, electric light and power, built in cupboard, adjoining external stores. Self-Contained First Floor Apartment With vestibule and stairway to open plan living room / bedroom with three roof windows, fitted base units, two electric heaters, shower room with roof window, WC, wash hand basin, shower cubicle, heated towel rail. Services Mains water and electricity. Sewage treatment plant. Oil central heating. Tenure Freehold. Council Tax Band D. Right Of Way A right of way exists to provide access to the neighbouring caravan. Viewing By appointment with Hackney and Leigh's Keswick office. Directions From the Keswick Crossthwaite roundabout proceed to the A591 towards Bassenthwaite and continue for approximately seven miles until reaching the crossroads and then turn right immediately before the Castle Inn Hotel. Proceed ahead up the hill and the entrance road to the property is situated on the left after approximately 1.5 miles. What3words Spacing.toads.suave Price Offers in the region of £1,500,000 are invited for consideration. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ireby-d581818/for-sale_i71697364
Accommodation in Brief Ground Floor Vestibule Hall Sitting Room Dining Room Snug Study Kitchen Utility Room Pantry WC Store First Floor Principal BedroomDressing Room Ensuite Bathroom Bedroom Bedroom Family Bathroom Second Floor Bedroom Ensuite Bathroom Bedroom Ensuite Bathroom Below Ground Cellar Exterior Substantial Stone-Built Outbuilding Stone-Built Boiler Room & Store Attached Store Driveway & Parking Extensive Gardens & Grounds Around 11.39 Acres in All The Property Set against a backdrop of glorious panoramic countryside views, The Old Rectory is a distinguished stone-built property that has been sympathetically renovated to merge elegant traditional character with contemporary updates for modern living. This Grade II Listed property, situated in an enviable elevated position, boasts expansive gardens and grounds that meander down to the North Tyne River, covering a total of approximately 11.39 acres. Built circa 1818 by renowned architect H. H. Seward, this property stands within the stunning Northumberland National Park, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Its ashlar construction and Lakeland slate roof showcase Seward's exemplary work, while the interior boasts high ceilings and spacious rooms, typical of the period. The interior spaces throughout the property have been updated to a very high standard, employing a carefully curated palette of premium materials and decorations. Ornate chandeliers feature prominently on the ground floor, paired with rich, tasteful decor to create wonderfully grand and inviting living spaces. A commitment to preserving the property's historical integrity is evident in the retention of certain original features. Among these, the Pine & Gesso Neoclassical antique fire surround in the drawing room stands out as a testament to the property's rich heritage. Dating back to the 1820s, this exquisite piece is complemented by 24-carat gold-plated wall lights, adding a touch of opulence and history to the modern enhancements. The kitchen is bespoke, designed and installed by Bespoke Interiors based in Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, featuring Italian Sorrento Aged-Tumbled Limestone underfoot and anchored by an Esse Ironheart Eco wood burning stove. The space is further enhanced by a selection of top-of-the-line integrated appliances, including a Smeg 6-ring hob, a Bosch oven and steam oven, and a Bosch fridge freezer. The pantry, adjacent to the kitchen provides storage space and includes a washing machine and tumble drier. Ascending to the upper-levels, five well-proportioned bedrooms are neatly arranged across two floors. Each bedroom preserves the vibrant aesthetic that characterizes the entire home, offering a cohesive blend of comfort and style. Accompanying these restful spaces are four luxurious bathrooms, each appointed with high-quality BC Designs sanitary ware. The principal bedroom serves as a luxurious retreat, boasting a private dressing room alongside an en-suite bathroom that is both spacious and elegantly appointed. Externally The gardens and grounds of The Old Rectory are a key attraction for the property. Extending in all to around 11.39 acres, the grounds fall away gently down to the North Tyne River to the south with the line of the former Border Counties Railway passing between the upper and lower grounds. An orchard and fruit garden has recently been supplied to the front of the property. The Old Rectory has fishing rights on the river. Mature woodland to the north and west creates a peaceful and sheltered haven. The driveway passes through the woodland before opening up at the front of the property. The thoughtful position of the house within the grounds makes the absolute most of the outlook and scenery. To the east of the main house is a fabulous stone-built outbuilding which was formerly a coach house and stables. The coach house and stables are also thought to date to circa 1818, constructed from stone and Lakeland slate and is also Grade II Listed. The outbuilding currently provides a number of store rooms. Separate staircases lead up to stores at either end of the building, with the central area accessed via an arched carriage entrance. The building could offer a host of development opportunities, subject to securing the necessary consents. There is also a separate stone-built boiler room and logstore tucked behind the main house. Agents Note Custom hand-made curtains and light fixtures are included, provided that the asking price has been met. Local Information Falstone is a small village in the North Tyne Valley which is within both the designated Northumberland International Dark Sky Park and the beautiful Northumberland National Park. The area is a haven for wildlife much of which can be enjoyed from the gardens and grounds. The surrounding countryside offers excellent walks and cycling. Kielder Water and Forest Park which provides a multitude of leisure activities. Falstone has a tearoom and post office and there are two excellent local inns, The Black Cock in Falstone and The Pheasant in Stannersburn, with The Hollybush at Greenhaugh also nearby. Hexham is the main town for shopping, with several supermarkets including Waitrose, and a fabulous Farmers Market. Both Tesco and Asda deliver to Falstone providing great convenience. Hexham also provides a wide range of local retail, educational and professional services. For schooling, there is an excellent first school in Greenhaugh, while Bellingham offers a nursery school together with first and middle schools. Senior schools are available in Hexham and Haydon Bridge with several private day schools in Newcastle. For the commuter the A68 and A69 provide excellent access to Newcastle in the east and Carlisle in the west, and onward access to the A1 and M6. The railway station at Hexham provides regular cross-country services to both Newcastle and Carlisle, which in turn link to main line services to other major UK cities north and south. Alternatively, a pleasant drive leads to Tweedbank Station where the car can be parked before taking the train to Edinburgh, or even the overnight train to London. Newcastle International Airport is also within easy reach. Approximate Mileages Falstone Village Centre 0.5 miles Bellingham 9.5 miles Hexham 25.2 miles Corbridge 27.0 miles Newcastle International Airport 39.2 miles Jedburgh 39.3 miles Newcastle City Centre 41.7 miles Services Mains electricity and water. Private drainage to septic tank. Oil-fired boiler. Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way The property is being sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether or not specified within the sales particulars. Agents Note to Purchasers We strive to ensure all property details are accurate, however, they are not to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact and do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract. All measurements and floor plans have been prepared as a guide only. All services, systems and appliances listed in the details have not been tested by us and no guarantee is given of their operating ability or efficiency. Please be advised that some information may be awaiting vendor approval. Submitting an Offer Please note that all offers will require financial verification including mortgage agreement in principle, proof of deposit funds, proof of available cash and full chain details including selling agents and solicitors down the chain. To comply with Money Laundering Regulations, we require proof of identification from all buyers before acceptance letters are sent and solicitors can be instructed. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_falstone-d558471/for-sale_i68884784
Accommodation in Brief Hall Kitchen Dining Room Office Snug Sitting Room Pantry Utility Room WC Bedroom with En-suite Shower Room Three Further Bedrooms Bathroom Shower Room Guest Annexe with Sitting Room & En-suite Bathroom Workshop Kennel Store Two Barns Driveway Parking Gardens Patios The Property Scalegate is a handsome and substantial Grade II Listed farmhouse with a traditional Cumbrian appearance combined with superb contemporary interiors. Dating back to circa 1765, the property has undergone comprehensive renovation and restoration to create the stunning home that stands today. Scalegate has been a wonderful and loved family home, rich in history, perfect for those who love the outdoors life, and incorporating a guest annexe or holiday let. The generous and flexible main accommodation is complemented by a range of outbuildings including a workshop and barns, offering various possibilities for further renovation. The property occupies an elevated position with far-reaching views to the Pennines and is nestled just inside the magnificent Lake District National Park. The position is perfect to enjoy the renowned sights of the Lake District, but with the added benefit of easy access to the M6 and A66 for travel or commuting. The main entrance to the home opens into a spacious flagstoned hall with doors leading off to a WC, handy utility room with an original stone sink, and a wonderful pantry with traditional stone shelves. Steps head up to an adjoining workshop spread across two floors and a flight of stairs rises to the first floor. The hall also provides access into the superb farmhouse kitchen with an excellent range of contemporary wall and floor units, integrated dishwasher and space for a large American style fridge/freezer, yet complemented by a traditional classic cream four door AGA, Belfast sink and exposed wooden lintels. There is ample space for a dining table and chairs, and a family snug area, however, a door also leads through into a formal dining room with exposed ceiling beams and an impressive stone feature fireplace and window seat. From the dining room, a flight of stairs heads up to the bedrooms, and a smaller connecting room with a door to outside is perfect as a home office, library or hobby room. The snug is a welcoming, homely room with a wood burning stove and opens into the relaxing sitting room at the end of the house; a light, bright room with shuttered windows, a wood burner in an inglenook fireplace and access to the gardens. To the first floor are four beautiful bedrooms, all decorated in calming, neutral tones and with period features including exposed beams and wooden window shutters. The principal bedroom has a smart en-suite shower room and there are a spacious, luxurious family shower room and bathroom to serve the remaining three bedrooms. Also on this floor, with its own independent access via an original external stone staircase to the front and a glazed door onto a private patio to the rear, is an ideal guest suite or annexe, for family or as a holiday let. As beautifully presented as the main house and with the same character and period features, there is a sitting room, gorgeous bedroom, well-appointed bathroom with luxurious roll top bath and separate walk-in shower, and a sauna; an amazing feature for relaxing at the end of a day walking on the fells. Externally Accessed via a gravel drive with stone turning circle, Scalegate offers parking for numerous vehicles. Lawns and several patios wrap around the house and display wonderful, far-reaching views from all angles. Two detached barns are ripe for renovation or conversion, subject to any necessary consents, and the current owners use the ground floor of the larger of the two barns for storage and the first floor as a home gym. The two-storey barn adjoining the main house is currently a workshop, but also offers huge potential and includes a separate store and kennel. Scalegate covers approximately 0.75 acres in total. Local Information Askham forms part of the Eden Valley and sits on the edge of the Lake District National Park and Lake District World Heritage Site. Askham offers a thriving village community situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, benefitting from two traditional pubs, a church, local store, outdoor swimming pool and Askham Hall with its Michelin-starred restaurant, Allium. Lowther Castle and Gardens is just a few minutes' drive away and a short distance to the west is Pooley Bridge with its shops, post office, traditional village pubs, restaurants and tea rooms, and Lake Ullswater. The area is surrounded by breath-taking countryside with excellent local walks and rides from the local pony trekking centre with watersports available on Ullswater. The regional centre of Penrith is within easy reach and provides comprehensive cultural, educational and recreational opportunities, along with excellent shopping facilities. There are primary schools nearby in Yanwath, Hackthorpe and Stainton and there is an excellent choice of secondary schooling nearby including Ullswater Community College & School and Queen Elizabeth Grammar School. For the commuter, the A66 and M6 are both within easy reach for onward travel north and south. Main line rail services are available at Penrith which provide fast (under 3 hours) and frequent services to London in the south and to Glasgow in the north. The rail station at Carlisle provides regular connecting services east to Newcastle. Approximate Mileages Askham 3.1 miles Sockbridge 5.8 miles Pooley Bridge/Ullswater 4.3 miles M6 J40 7.8 miles Penrith 8.1 miles Keswick 24.0 miles Carlisle 26.6 miles Carlisle Lake District Airport 31.9 miles Services Mains electricity and water. Drainage to private treatment plant. Oil-fired central heating. Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way The property is being sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether or not specified within the sales particulars. Agents Note to Purchasers We strive to ensure all property details are accurate, however, they are not to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact and do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract. All measurements and floor plans have been prepared as a guide only. All services, systems and appliances listed in the details have not been tested by us and no guarantee is given to their operating ability or efficiency. Please be advised that some information may be awaiting vendor approval. Submitting an Offer Please note that all offers will require financial verification including mortgage agreement in principle, proof of deposit funds, proof of available cash and full chain details including selling agents and solicitors down the chain. To comply with Money Laundering Regulations, we require proof of identification from all buyers before acceptance letters are sent and solicitors can be instructed. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_near-askham-d614512/for-sale_i68420575
LAWKLAND HALL A magnificent Grade 1 manor house, Lawkland Hall is as rich in history as it is in its stunning Elizabethan architectural detail.It is hard not to be impressed by the many period features, including oak panelling, linen fold panelling in the dining room, exposed floor boards, decorative over mantles, architraves, staircase and studded doors. There are cross-leaded windows, some with seats, others with stained glass panes set in stone mullions, stone fireplaces including a bolection-moulded fireplace in the principal bedroom and study, flagged floors and a stone door arch.Over the front door is a decorative stone moulding with the Ingleby coat of arms. Above the fireplace in the dining room sits an inset engraved stone with the initials J N A and Amicus Certus beneath a coat of arms. Above the door into the dining room, set in the stone surround, is an inscription I A:M 1679 the initials of Arthur Ingleby and his wife.Worthy of particular note, bedroom 8, known as The Chapel has a concealed 'priest hole', retained as a feature with a glass floor. The tower housing the original spiral stone staircase had the gazebo added in 1758 with windows to each elevation providing far-reaching views.More recently, a 'Roman' or sunken bath was installed, believed to be a copy of one admired by Mrs Ambler in the Hotel Danieli in Venice.Delightful, landscaped south facing gardens, grounds and woodland surround Lawkland Hall. Many of the principal rooms enjoy splendid views. The drawing room and sitting room have direct access into the garden.The current owners completed significant and extensive works on the west wall of Lawkland Hall in 2021 and 2022. The west wing was completely reroofed at the same time.ACCOMMODATIONGround floorA central path with lawns either side leads to the front door, opening into the hall with flagged floor and concealed drinks cupboard.The drawing room has an Adam style fireplace, marble hearth and open fire. Oak steps lead up to a glazed door opening onto the garden.Accessed off the hall are the study with a bolection-moulded fireplace with open fire and a cloakroom with built-in cupboards and fitted bookshelves.A stone spiral staircase leads down to the cellar.The dining room has a large open fireplace and decorative linen fold panelling to picture rail height.Ground floor - East WingThe dining room leads into a large kitchen comprehensively fitted with modern base units, a larder cupboard, four oven Aga with warming plate set into a tiled recess with substantial stone mantle, integral appliances and Belfast sink. Tall mullion windows with a window seat and painted panelled walls.A back hall leads to a pantry with fitted cupboards and sitting room/playroom. This is a welcoming and relaxed space with fitted bookshelves, fireplace and French windows leading out to a terrace with York stone flags.Beyond the sitting room is a large boot room with fitted cupboards, Belfast sink and WC. This leads into a double height boiler room and fuel store.A period oak staircase from the hall leads to:First floor - West WingA large panelled landing leads to the principal bedroom suite comprising a generous bedroom 1 with fireplace and painted panelled walls, a dressing room /bedroom 6 and the bathroom with Roman bath, marble floor and decorative tiled walls.Bedroom 2 with oak fireplace having an ornate over mantle and built in cupboards to either side and painted panelled walls.First floor - East WingBedroom 3 with fireplace.An inner lobby provides access to the rear staircase, a three piece bathroom and to the 'Nursery Wing', which has three bedrooms as well as a four piece bathroom. Bedroom 4 has a wash basin, built in wardrobes and window seat.Second floor - West WingThere are two further bedrooms; bedroom 8 known as the Chapel and once used as a Chapel. Bedroom 9, known as the Boudoir, a charming room with window seat, panelled walls and fireplace.The stone spiral staircase runs from the cellar up to the second floor, where a short flight of steep stone steps, leads to the gazebo.GARDENS AND GROUNDSThe beautiful gardens and grounds are a particular feature of this exceptional property. Carefully improved by the present owners, they take full advantage of the wonderful setting that the hall occupies. The gardens were featured in an article in Country Life in 2005.The hall is approached from the highway through a gated entrance which leads to a gravel parking and turning area. Formal lawns, with a central stone flagged path, lead to the front door.The wonderful gardens and grounds are principally to the south of the hall flanked by a high wall on two sides with the lake to the south. The central part of the garden comprises topiarised yews on the main lawn, leading to a wild flower meadow with an avenue of ornamental crab apple trees with intersecting paths running down to the lake. The tennis court is located to the south east.On the west side of the garden, below the stone potting shed, are a variety of mixed borders either side of gravel and flagged paths. In addition, there is a green oak gazebo with heather thatched roof.To the east side of the main lawn is a kitchen garden and greenhouse.The overall layout and design of the gardens provide wonderful vistas and peaceful and secluded sitting and entertaining areas. There is a mixture of unusual trees and shrubs, including a 100 year old Tulip tree.OUTBUILDINGSTo the east of the hall is a row of traditional stone outbuildings comprising the 'hen house', store, tool shed, a garage, two kennels and a WC. In addition, there is a 'Shoot Room' with a kitchenette and a wood burning stove.Situated to the west of the hall, is a traditional stone and slate barn providing a double garage and a workshop with inspection pit.Within the garden stands a stone and slate two-storey potting shed.COTTAGES1 & 2 Lawkland Hall Cottages are a pair of three bedroom semi-detached properties, situated within the grounds of Lawkland Hall, close to the entrance gates. The properties are let on Assured Shorthold Tenancy (AST) agreements.Lawkland Hall occupies an enviable position in the Trough of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), close to the Yorkshire Dales National Park, in the county of North Yorkshire. The surrounding landscape is characterised by mixed livestock farming, ancient woodland and rolling countryside. Lawkland is an attractive hamlet on a quiet country lane with good access onto the A65 and to Austwick village.The pretty village of Austwick (1.8 miles) is well served by a church, post office/village store, village hall and tennis club. There's a choice of places to eat with the Gamecock Inn and the Traddock Country House Hotel.Giggleswick (3 miles) is in a well-deserved Conservation Area and an extremely attractive village with many old and historic buildings. The village has a railway station, on the Leeds to Morecambe line, historic church and two pubs, the famous Giggleswick School (which opens up many of its facilities to locals) and a popular nine hole golf course.Settle (4 miles) offers a full range of commercial, educational and recreational amenities including a Booths supermarket.The area is renowned for excellent schools including independent schools at Giggleswick and Sedbergh, Ermysted's Grammar School for boys and the Girls' Grammar School in Skipton together with a good selection of state schools; Settle College in Settle and Queen Elizabeth School in Kirkby Lonsdale. Primary schools are either at Austwick, Giggleswick or Settle.For those keen on outdoor life, Lawkland Hall Estate is on the edge of the magnificent Yorkshire Dales National Park, an area of stunning scenery and surrounded by thousands of square miles of dales and hills, nature and wildlife. The area affords every choice of country pursuits on your doorstep. 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Home:* Built approximately in the 1800's* Lots of character, Pattinson style home* Lovely original features within the home* Stunning lake and fell views* 5 bedrooms* 3 bathrooms* Not listed* Large living and dining room with views onto the private gardenServices:* Oil fired central heating* Mains Water* Mains electricity* Private drainage* Council tax band 'G'Hidden away from the road, Bellmount House is set centrally on its plot, allowing the extensive gardens to provide a buffer between the home and the wider world, creating a true refuge. As you enter the driveway the house and garden do not give up their secret immediately. It isn't until you turn into the area in front of the house that the extraordinary view of Lake Windermere first makes itself known and the temptation is to jump out of the car and walk straight down the lawns to see more, rewarded by the ever-widening of the lake view ahead of you and, on a clear day, the majestic presence of the Old Man of Coniston, seemingly within touching-distance ahead.Predominantly Victorian, elements of the traditional Lakeland stone-built Bellmount House appear older, with an oral history suggesting the dwelling may have formerly existed as a row of four cottages before being developed by the Pattinson family in the 1800s. Long rather than square, yet with trademark Pattinson stone mullion windows and a formal main staircase, Bellmount House combines austere Victorian Gentleman's Residence with cosy cottage comforts for an utterly unique feel. Make your way indoors, via the gabled, stone quoin-cornered entrance porch, where a slate bench offers a resting place for debooting beneath the stone mullion window. Ahead, the Victorian iron studded door creates a sense of importance and arrival. The original bell-pull mechanism still works.Inside the entrance hallway, ancient beams are displayed overhead, with a narrow stone mullion window to the front inviting a shaft of daylight through. A home that has resisted the rash modernisations of many homes, the undisturbed original features of Bellmount House make it a unique prospect for lovers of antiquity and the true Wordsworth romance of the Lakes. The wide doorway of the drawing room opens ahead of you. A deceptively spacious room, a stone surround contains a Clearview log-burning stove set upon a slate hearth. Beams extend overhead, whilst a row of stone mullion windows frames leafy views out over the garden, best enjoyed from the seat beneath.From the drawing room, a door opens to a small garden terrace which basks in morning sunshine and is perfect for elevenses or brunch.Returning to the hall, turn to your right to explore the former servants end of the house, with the kitchen, breakfast room and boiler/utility room. The kitchen is a small but practical space where a cook can work deftly, affording the golden triangle ratio between sink, fridge and cooker. Stone mullion windows on two sides offer glimpses of the garden whilst exposed beams reveal the breakfast room beyond. As you pass into this room the character of this part of the building is enhanced by the outline of the second, cottage-style staircase leading up to the bedrooms above. The depth of the window seat indicates the solid build of the stone walls which are part panelled. The Breakfast Room is made cosy in winter by the multi-fuel stove but has the wide back door which can be opened up to bring in a fresh spring breeze. An original storage cupboard is fitted to the far side of the attractive fireplace. On the other side is a glass fronted double cupboard which conceals a former opening into the drawing room which could be easily restored to reclaim the connectivity of these rooms. From this room, the original heavy external door provides access out to the garden and utility outbuildings which give plenty of drying space for sports equipment, right by the door, as well as an outside tap for hosing down cycles, canoes or boots. Returning to the hallway, straight ahead of you now is the passage through to the other end of the house where a change of character can be detected, probably indicating the area developed by the Pattinson-era build into a Gentleman's Residence. Pass the quirky alcoves in the wall, and the deep understairs storage cupboard, handy for coats and boots. Reaching the end of the hallway, step into the large dining room. Light, bright and airy, the deep, stone-mullioned, box-bay window presents picturesque views down to Lake Windermere, where you can see the yachts bobbing at anchor.A treasure trove of original features includes picture rails and characterful honey-toned wooden flooring extending underfoot, whilst the corner fireplace, currently for ornamental use, is attractive in its simplicity and features a Lakeland slate hearth. An original door opens up into the stunning sitting room, where a deep, three-sided, stone mullion bay window reaches out into the greenery of the garden. Original honey-toned flooring, mellowed by the passing of time, extends underfoot whilst picture rails skirt the walls and warmth issues from the Clearview stove, snugly set within the stone fireplace.Take a seat by the window and watch the garden come to life before your eyes, as a variety of birds including chaffinches, woodpeckers, blackbirds and the elusive treecreeper frequent the bushes around the bird tables.Formerly used as a bedroom, this part of the house is handy for those with older relatives or those with accessibility requirements, as there is a modern wet room, with shower, wash basin, WC and heated towel radiator, found off a slate floor-lined lobby off the dining room. With cottage door access outside from this end of the home, leading to the barn, there is the potential to create an independent annexe out of the dining room, sitting room and wet room, if required.Returning to the inner hall, take the wide staircase up, with its easy shallow tread, where a stone mullion window on the turn offers a pleasant view out over the garden.Arriving at an intersection, a step to the left reveals the main bathroom, furnished with bath, shower, wash basin and WC and serving the master bedroom opposite.Opposite, lake views dominate from the stone mullion windows of the bountifully sized master bedroom, with further light entering from a side window; itself framing views out over the garden, fields and distant cottages.Tall ceilings reach down to the picture frame skirting the walls for a traditional sense of occasion. Supremely light and bright, wake up to ever changing views of Lake Windermere as the seasons rotate. Fitted beneath the window sill are cupboards and shelving. Turning right out of the bedroom, step up to an upper landing, before turning right to arrive at the second bedroom.Another capacious bedroom, stone mullion windows offer views out over the garden and barn to two sides. An Art Nouveau-style fireplace surrounds the metal grate and original brown tiles of the hearth, with original servant's bell still in situ to the side. Surprisingly spacious, this second bedroom offers access to the loft above.Moving along the landing, discover bedroom three, again featuring an attractive Victorian fireplace and with stone mullion window overlooking the garden. A room with a cosy cottage ambience, a beam set into the wall.Back on the landing, a quaint 'book nook' embellishes the wall, furnished with shelving and set beneath an exposed treacle-toned beam. Opposite, an angled door opens into the fourth bedroom, mirroring the cosiness and cottage feel of bedroom three and also overlooking the garden. Most of the bedrooms feature Victorian grate fireplaces with original servant's bell-pull at the side.Further along the landing on the left is a pleasantly light, high ceilinged shower room, with high windows spilling light down from above. With storage available in the linen closet (also housing the recently replaced water tank), this room also features a heated towel rail.An overhead skylight draws down natural light, continuing along the landing and beneath an archway to arrive at the original servant's quarters, where two additional rooms await, opposite one another. On the right is the larger room, previously used as a sewing room, and lit accordingly, with stone mullion seated window looking over the garden, Victorian grated fireplace and exposed wooden beams.To the left, an ideal study, or sixth bedroom should you wish, quietly tucked away from the main home yet with easy access down the rear staircase to the breakfast room and kitchen. New lino flooring and a painted fireplace give this an upbeat feel and suggest a home for creativity, a hobby room? The deep, seated stone mullion window looking out in the direction of the lake would be a place to reflect or take inspiration from the natural world outside.At the end of the landing the cottage staircase reconnects the bedrooms with the downstairs for a home with seamless flow.GardenOutside, lose yourself in the peace, privacy and picturesque elements of the acre of gardens cocooning Bellmount House. Lovingly planted with a selection of specimen trees including fir and spruce for an alpine effect, the secret spaces around three sides of the house open up to the spectacular view on the lake-facing side. It will draw you like a magnet to the lower lawn where, looking to the right across the fields, the Blackwell Arts & Crafts home is visible; take a look at the stone terraces which indicate what can be done to maximise the elegant impact of such a viewpoint. Something to try at Bellmount perhaps? If a closer look is required, the Arts & Crafts House is a five minute walk away and the cafe serves home-made cakes.Looking up from a hard-day's gardening to see the sun setting over Coniston Old Man has been a way of life for three decades at Bellmount and the deep and fertile soil of the annually manured plot needs only a quick turn to be back in business again. To the left, more beds surround the greenhouse in the sunniest corner, reminiscent of Mr McGregor's Garden, and there is even a sink for washing vegetables before they go up to the kitchen. The fencing bespeaks a long-running battle with Peter Rabbit and friends, but the cultivated area is so large and productive that there was usually enough for all to share. Returning up the path towards the house, another useful tool shed can be found. Loop around the side of the house past the barn and through the small gate to choose one of two paths around the rear garden; one along the formal terracing in front of the house, and another walk around the perimeter to discover a lovely secret garden route through bushes and trees and over a footbridge spanning a seasonal stream which usefully drains the garden on this side of the house in periods of high rainfall. Unique, filled with remarkable nooks and crannies and with a beauty that transcends the years, the gardens harmonise perfectly with the eclectic charm of Bellmount House.Barn storming potentialWith a number of large sheds, traditional potting sheds, outbuildings with toilets and laundry rooms, one building captures the imagination most keenly: the barn.An enormous, double height building, the barn could make a fantastic workshop for car enthusiasts, or those with their own business.However, there is vast potential, subject to planning approvals, to turn this home around, relocating the kitchen to this space. Imagine a glass-fronted, contemporary open-plan dining kitchen, where you can enjoy the last of the sun's rays on a summer evening, soaking up that view with a glass of wine.Such a transformation could allow you to utilise the existing kitchen as a laundry room, utilising what is currently the breakfast room as perhaps a boot room or drying room for wet suits. With its direct access out to the side, the current outdoor laundry room could easily work as an outdoor equipment room for bikes and canoes, or even be used as a potting shed. Let your imagination flow. The building is not listed and there are plenty of planning precedents in the local area.** For more photos and information, download the brochure on desktop. For your own hard copy brochure, or to book a viewing please call the team **Council Tax Band: GTenure: Freehold For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_bowness-on-windermere-d590159/for-sale_i68474354
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