House in Cumbria

About this property

Attractive stone house set in mature gardens surrounded by gorgeous countryside. Less than a mile to the local pub, serving great food and local ales. Close to the Lake District and the coast.

Situated between the coast and Lake District National Park. Just 7 miles from Coniston Water, 12 miles to Windermere and less than a mile away is Duddon Mosses Nature Reserve. Discover one of England s few remaining peatland habitats, striking views over the Lakeland Fells and the sea. This quiet haven is home to deer, barn owls and other local wildlife. There are some lovely walks from your front door and lots of small Cumbrian villages in the area with country pubs serving local pies and ales. Just 3 miles away you will find Langholme Mill Gardens, follow Lakeland slate paths to walk around mature woodland and gardens along the mill race stream which you can cross by a variety of bridges. This characterful period property, built in 1886 for the local quarry manager. Upon entering the property, you will find yourself in a cosy porch with storage for coats and shoes. As you walk into the hallway there is a shower room with a walk in shower and WC. Off the hallway is the country style open plan kitchen/dining area. The kitchen has an oil Aga, large American style fridge/freezer, microwave, coffee machine and Belfast sink. It is well equipped and opens through to the formal dining room which has access out onto a patio overlooking the lovely private garden. Head back through the hall and you will find the lounge with a TV, cosy wood burner, feature stone fireplace and contemporary wooden shutters. The lounge flows into the conservatory, which offers a nice place to sit and read a good book or simply watch the birds and wildlife in the garden. There are two bedrooms on the ground floor next to the lounge, a single and a double bedroom. As you head up the sweeping staircase you will find a further three bedrooms, two double bedrooms and a single bedroom and there is a fabulous family bathroom across the hallway with a freestanding bath, large walk in shower and WC. The garden is a mature, country style garden with a summer house at the far end of the garden overlooking the property. The summer house offers comfortable seating, a wood burner and is the perfect retreat to enjoy. There is private parking for up to three cars on the private gated drive. Need to know: 5 bedrooms 3 double rooms and 2 singles. 2 bathrooms 1 shower room with shower and WC, 1 bathroom with freestanding bath, large walk in shower and WC. Kitchen with Aga, American fridge/freezer, coffee machine and microwave. Wood burner in lounge. TV in lounge. Highchair and travel cot available. Large enclosed garden. Summer house with wood burner and sofas. Private parking for 3 cars. Shop and pub within 0.5 miles. Located close to Bank End Boarding Kennels should you need doggie day care..

Accommodation

Downstairs bedroom, Downstairs bathroom, Enclosed garden / patio, Open fire / wood burner, Internet access, Family friendly, Parking on site / nearby, Cottage