Located within the Eden Valley, this property is a perfect base for exploring the Lake District National Park, Northern Pennines National Landscape, Hadrian’s Wall, the Borders and The Solway Coast Area of Natural Beauty. The Eden Valley provides opportunities for walking and cycling with many footpaths and country roads. Hutton-in-the-Forest (2 miles) and Dalemain (10 miles) both historic houses with attractive gardens are well worth a visit, as is Lowther Castle (13 miles). Ullswater (8.5 miles) is renowned for its steamer cruises. Hadrian's Wall is of huge historical significance with Roman forts including Birdoswald (28 miles). The Border City of Carlisle, boasting a Castle and Cathedral is 13 miles away. The market town of Penrith is 7 miles and Keswick is 19 miles. In all three you will find a good selection of eateries, shops and local amenities. There are three Michelin-starred restaurants within 10 miles of the property.
This is a beautifully appointed detached stone barn with a contemporary extension situated within the grounds of the owner's home. All works have been undertaken using traditional methods and the superb skills of local craftsmen. Of particular note is the random stone walling of the barn, the green oak and pegs of the contemporary extension, the grey natural roofing slates, the Bowscar sandstone flag floors in the principal ground floor rooms, the oak tongue and groove flooring throughout the first floor, and the Coniston Tilberthwaite slate used in the shower rooms. There is underfloor heating on both the ground and first floors, powered by an air source heat pump using electricity from solar panels on the owner's property. The ceiling lighting throughout is recessed, all of which is dimmable. The property is decorated and furnished with colours, vintage fabrics and furniture in tune with the particular nature and quality of the property and its rural location. You enter via a covered doorway which leads into a floor-to-ceiling glazed entrance room. This room is of green oak pegged construction and has relaxed seating, space for coats and outdoor footwear, and an open tread staircase. The relaxed space is ideal for reading, watching birdlife and soaking up the view. Off the entrance room is a spacious open-plan lounge/kitchen with dining area. The room, with ceiling beams, has a Jotul wood burner and a bespoke oak fitted kitchen with granite worktops and integrated appliances. There are two shower rooms, one on the ground floor and one on the first floor. Upstairs, you'll find two skylight-illuminated bedrooms each with a king size bed.
From the dining area head out onto an enclosed courtyard, where there is a table and seating. The property's grounds are predominantly a wild garden where nature is at the forefront. To the Eastern side of the property is a part of the garden which is both wild and wooded. Private parking for two cars is available.