Lightbeck is a fine example of a detached Lakeland Country House, set in approximately 2 acres of beautiful private grounds close to the picturesque village of Underbarrow within the Lake District National Park. The original part of the property dates back to the 1820s with further additions made in the mid 1900s, the property has been in the same family now for over 50 years and has provided many happy family memories for the current vendors. Lightbeck is a fine example of a detached Lakeland Country House, set in approximately 2 acres of beautiful private grounds close to the picturesque village of Underbarrow within the Lake District National Park. The original part of the property dates back to the 1820s with further additions made in the mid 1900s, the property has been in the same family now for over 50 years and has provided many happy family memories for the current vendors. Set out over two floors, the spacious accommodation provides 6 versatile bedrooms and two bathrooms to the first floor and plentiful reception space to the ground floor. Surrounding the property are stunning mature grounds with a whole host of trees and shrubs and many beautiful flowering species providing a wealth of colour in the spring and into the summer. A haven for wildlife and a delight for children to play and explore, this property will attract a range of buyers, whether it be those seeking a family home with fantastic scope and exceptional outdoor space or lovers of the countryside who want a comfortable base from which to explore all the Lakes has to offer. Underbarrow has a popular local pub around which the community thrives; The Punchbowl which serves good pub food, has year round entertainment and great charity/activity days. The nearest primary schools are the small and wonderful Crosthwaite School and Ghyllside in Kendal. There is an excellent choice of secondary education with Lightbeck being in the catchment for at least 3 state schools and it is within easy reach of both Sedbergh and Windermere Schools. Kendal Town Centre and its plethora of amenities is only 3 miles away and J36 of the M6 around 15 minutes by car. The west coast main line can be accessed from Oxenholme station which is 6 miles away. Accommodation Approach the property via the sweeping, private, gated drive, with parking and turning available at both the front and the rear of the property. Enter via a glass panelled door into the; Rear Hall A good sized hall to the rear of the property with plenty of space for cloaks and boots with a useful Utility Room off, under stairs cupboard and also doors leading to both the dining room and the kitchen. Breakfast Kitchen 1111 x 95 (3.6m x 2.9m) A well proportioned space that has a natural divide provided by the archway between the breakfast area and the kitchen that in turn has a good range of wall and base units with dual aspect and lovely views over the garden. The breakfast area is well proportioned with high ceilings and a glazed door leading to hallway which in turn lead to the snug and the; Dining Room 208 x 173 (6.3m x 5.3m) A beautiful large room, again benefitting from high ceilings and three sash windows, alcoving and wood burning stove with a stone hearth and surround. Stairs leading to the first floor and double wood and glazed doors lead to the; Drawing Room 195 x 178 (5.9m x 5.4m) A bright and spacious reception room to the front of the house with a dual aspect and beautiful bay window that enjoys views over the gardens. There is a homely open fire with slate surround and a door to the front garden. Snug 179 x 139 (5.4m x 4.2m) A further well proportioned reception room with open fire and stone surround. Period features such as picture r Fine & Country Lakes & North Lancs. e-mail: sales@fineandcountry-lakes.co.uk telephone: 1,539,733,500 Ref: 2C883BBBF803
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Number of Bedrooms: 6 Number of Bathrooms: 2
Price: 750,000.00 GBP
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