Land For Sale £1,200,000
An 18th century equestrian home, extended into the attached barn blending original features with contemporary design. Occupying a circa 12 acre site divided into paddocks, woodland and landscaped gardens with a natural spring fed pond. Complete with stables and outbuildings.
The Property
The main entrance sits at the front elevation of the property and leads into a lovely entrance hall with access off to the ground floor accommodation. The stylish glass staircase leads to the first floor. The drawing room is well propertioned and appointed, with an external door to one side leading out to the rear courtyard and a stunning outlook over the front gardens to the other. A stunning Inglenook fireplace sits to one corner and provides a focal point for the room. Double doors lead from the drawing room into the unique formal dining room which gives a brilliant entertaining space with a feature mezzanine area with a unique cricket bat design. Eyes will be drawn to many features both restored and refurbished with a contrast of new and old. The original barn arrow slits have been superbly equipped with feature lighting and mosaic glass to preserve. Original beams and a well-equipped bar.
The snug/tv room is located on the opposite side of the house with access from both the entrance hall and double doors leading through to the dining kitchen. The kitchen is fitted with attractive Moben units, offering a range of oak with black granite work surfaces. Integral appliances include a Rangemaster style cooker, 1½ bowl sink, and dishwasher. An archway sits central to the room giving an open plan feel with a generous seating area overlooking the garden. A useful boot room / utility room leads off the kitchen with external access. A Belfast sink sits to one corner as well as a modern wash hand basin and vanity unit and also space for a tumble dryer and plumbing for a washing machine. A shower room with shower cubicle and WC is situated off the boot room.
The new glass staircase leads from the hallway to the first floor with a window at half landing level. The principal bedroom, with dual aspect and fitted cupboards, sits to the rear of the property and comprises a dressing room with extra fitted wardrobes and a generous bathroom. The bathroom is fitted with a bath, wash hand basin and WC. Three further double bedrooms, all with fitted wardrobes, offer good sized accommodation and are all served by a family bathroom and also a shower room with shower cubicle, wash hand basin and WC.<br /><br /><b>Directions</b><br />From junction 41 of the M6 at Catterlen head west on the B5305. Follow this road for approximately 6 miles and turn right signposted Skelton Wood End. Follow this road for 750 metres and then turn left. Follow this lane for 380 metres and turn right towards Ivy House Stables. Follow this lane and the entrance to Wells House is on the left.
What3words: ///crypt.hiking.strong<br /><br /><b>Location</b><br />Wells House is situated approximately 11 miles from Penrith in the heart of the countryside. Occupying an envious site of circa 12 acres the property has peaceful surroundings flanked by Rush Gill and Roe Beck. The land is of excellent quality, currently divided into three paddocks (all having a water supply), with the superb addition of stable blocks and outbuildings. Surrounded by undulating countryside the property offers a potential buyer the peace and tranquillity and those from an equestrian background scenic and safe hacking out.
For the commuters, Junction 41 of the M6 lies just 8 miles South East and is easily accessible via the B5305. Carlisle is approximately 16 miles to the North. Both Penrith and Carlisle have mainline train stations connecting you to most of the major cities within the UK. Edinburgh, Manchester and London to name a few. Newcastle, Manchester, Liverpool and Carlisle all have airports within comfortable commuting distance for those looking to move around the country and internationally.
The 2 bedroom lodge has its own private garden and parking and currently has an income of circa £24,000 per annum. A very useful addition for those looking for additional income or accommodation for family and friends.<br /><br />
Wells House
The accommodation briefly comprises:
Entrance Hall
Sitting Room (4.5m x 4.27m)
Kitchen / Diner (8.2m x 4.11m)
Utility Room (4.2m x 3.2m)
Downstairs Shower Room / WC
Study
Lounge (7.9m x 7m)
Family Room / Barn (7.7m x 7.1m)
Bedroom 1 (4.6m x 4.2m)
Dressing Room
Ensuite Shower Room
Bedroom 2 (4.6m x 3m)
Bedroom 3 (2.9m x 2.8m)
Bedroom 4 (4.6m x 2.7m)
Family Bathroom
Shower Room
The Lodge
The accommodation briefly comprises:
Lounge / Dining Room (8.84m x 5.26m)
Kitchen
Bedroom 1 (4.17m x 3.48m)
Ensuite Shower Room
Bedroom 2 (4.17m x 3.48m)
Bathroom
The Property
The main entrance sits at the front elevation of the property and leads into a lovely entrance hall with access off to the ground floor accommodation. The stylish glass staircase leads to the first floor. The drawing room is well propertioned and appointed, with an external door to one side leading out to the rear courtyard and a stunning outlook over the front gardens to the other. A stunning Inglenook fireplace sits to one corner and provides a focal point for the room. Double doors lead from the drawing room into the unique formal dining room which gives a brilliant entertaining space with a feature mezzanine area with a unique cricket bat design. Eyes will be drawn to many features both restored and refurbished with a contrast of new and old. The original barn arrow slits have been superbly equipped with feature lighting and mosaic glass to preserve. Original beams and a well-equipped bar.
The snug/tv room is located on the opposite side of the house with access from both the entrance hall and double doors leading through to the dining kitchen. The kitchen is fitted with attractive Moben units, offering a range of oak with black granite work surfaces. Integral appliances include a Rangemaster style cooker, 1½ bowl sink, and dishwasher. An archway sits central to the room giving an open plan feel with a generous seating area overlooking the garden. A useful boot room / utility room leads off the kitchen with external access. A Belfast sink sits to one corner as well as a modern wash hand basin and vanity unit and also space for a tumble dryer and plumbing for a washing machine. A shower room with shower cubicle and WC is situated off the boot room.
The new glass staircase leads from the hallway to the first floor with a window at half landing level. The principal bedroom, with dual aspect and fitted cupboards, sits to the rear of the property and comprises a dressing room with extra fitted wardrobes and a generous bathroom. The bathroom is fitted with a bath, wash hand basin and WC. Three further double bedrooms, all with fitted wardrobes, offer good sized accommodation and are all served by a family bathroom and also a shower room with shower cubicle, wash hand basin and WC.<br /><br /><b>Directions</b><br />From junction 41 of the M6 at Catterlen head west on the B5305. Follow this road for approximately 6 miles and turn right signposted Skelton Wood End. Follow this road for 750 metres and then turn left. Follow this lane for 380 metres and turn right towards Ivy House Stables. Follow this lane and the entrance to Wells House is on the left.
What3words: ///crypt.hiking.strong<br /><br /><b>Location</b><br />Wells House is situated approximately 11 miles from Penrith in the heart of the countryside. Occupying an envious site of circa 12 acres the property has peaceful surroundings flanked by Rush Gill and Roe Beck. The land is of excellent quality, currently divided into three paddocks (all having a water supply), with the superb addition of stable blocks and outbuildings. Surrounded by undulating countryside the property offers a potential buyer the peace and tranquillity and those from an equestrian background scenic and safe hacking out.
For the commuters, Junction 41 of the M6 lies just 8 miles South East and is easily accessible via the B5305. Carlisle is approximately 16 miles to the North. Both Penrith and Carlisle have mainline train stations connecting you to most of the major cities within the UK. Edinburgh, Manchester and London to name a few. Newcastle, Manchester, Liverpool and Carlisle all have airports within comfortable commuting distance for those looking to move around the country and internationally.
The 2 bedroom lodge has its own private garden and parking and currently has an income of circa £24,000 per annum. A very useful addition for those looking for additional income or accommodation for family and friends.<br /><br />
Wells House
The accommodation briefly comprises:
Entrance Hall
Sitting Room (4.5m x 4.27m)
Kitchen / Diner (8.2m x 4.11m)
Utility Room (4.2m x 3.2m)
Downstairs Shower Room / WC
Study
Lounge (7.9m x 7m)
Family Room / Barn (7.7m x 7.1m)
Bedroom 1 (4.6m x 4.2m)
Dressing Room
Ensuite Shower Room
Bedroom 2 (4.6m x 3m)
Bedroom 3 (2.9m x 2.8m)
Bedroom 4 (4.6m x 2.7m)
Family Bathroom
Shower Room
The Lodge
The accommodation briefly comprises:
Lounge / Dining Room (8.84m x 5.26m)
Kitchen
Bedroom 1 (4.17m x 3.48m)
Ensuite Shower Room
Bedroom 2 (4.17m x 3.48m)
Bathroom
