5 bedroom detached house for sale

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Nestled in an idyllic country setting, Ashbridge is a truly unique home which promises the 'wow' factor to every visitor. This architect-designed barn conversion and extension has undergone recent modernisation, boasting a beautiful melding of 18th-century sandstone and wooden beams with 21st-century comforts.However, while it offers an entirely private setting within a rural hamlet ,it is still within  a short distance of Carlisle, Penrith and the M.6 - offering a real Escape to the Country, without giving up the convenience of the urban life.Set back from the road and surrounded by fields, this stunning home offers peace and tranquility whilst also boasting an enviable amount of living space. With four bedrooms - and a double study which could be a fifth bedroom - it has plenty of accommodation for a large family or plenty of guests.The master bedroom and study are set in the old barn, which also houses the living room. The large study, accessed via steps from the living room, has space for two desks or could be an ideal fifth bedroom and comes complete with exposed beams and a custom-built oak bookcase.The living area will take your breath away, thanks to its impressive Inglenook fireplace-complete with multi-fuel stove-high ceiling and exposed beams. Maximising the spaces,is  a Mezzanine, looking down over the Living Room and fitted with cupboards and shelving-perfect for an alternative Study or Snug Area.The remaining bedrooms are in the extension, completed in 1974 at the same time as the Barn Conversion, and are served by a Bathroom and Shower Room. The extension and old barn are connected by beautiful oak-framed glass walkways, which  frame a delightful inner courtyard-perfect for enjoying a summer coffee in the morning, or getting 360-degree views of a Christmas tree in Winter.The living space within the extension includes a new spacious Kitchen-Dining area which was completely redesigned and refitted with oak floor and granite work surfaces within the past five years.It boasts a walk-in pantry cupboard and both an electric oven and an electric-kit converted Aga, which can be controlled via timers and individual controls to ensure its economic benefits. Whichever window you look out of in this beautiful space, you will enjoy stunning views of the rear garden and countryside stretching towards the Lake District.Ashbridge has a large double garage, complete with electric up-and-over door, as well as extensive space for parking. The build is fitted with double-glazing and both electric under-floor heating and oil filled electric radiators.The grounds boast a large south-facing patio area, perfect for summer entertaining, as well as a chance to embrace the good life with a number of purpose-built raised beds, a wooden-framed greenhouse and a chicken house and run.If you're looking for modern luxury in a traditional setting, then Ashbridge really fits the description of a rural idyll.It is well served with a range of local amenities:Raughton Head Primary SchoolDalston(4 miles away)with Primary and Secondary Schools, Shops, Doctors, Pubs, Coop, Vet etc .etc.Lake District National Park, approximately 20 mins drive from Ashbridge.Carlisle is about 9 miles away. Cumbria's first city provides all the retail, social, leisure and cultural activities for anyone's needs and is a short drive away.'Old' Carlisle with its beautiful cathedral, cloisters and cobbled streets , is complimented by surrounding architecture of a 'bygone' age. Modern shops surround the pedestrianised precinct with abundant cafe's and restaurants.The West Coast Line serves the city with trains to and from London, Glasgow and Edinburgh with some non-stop in just over 3 hours 20 mins. Also, the Lake District, West Cumbria, Newcastle, Manchester(and airport), Birmingham are easily connected to Carlisle Central Station.M.6 junctions 42,43 and 44 serve Carlisle.Accommodation comprisesFront Entrance Door via front CourtyardCOURTYARD.             Courtyard area with shrubs and paved area.                                     Feature Post Box, which was the original oven from beside the fire in the old Cairns Cottage.ENTRANCE HALL.      Access to all the accommodation via the hallway and the beautiful oak frame glass walkways, which also look onto and open into a delightfully secluded Inner Courtyard.KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM                                      Large, recently fitted Kitchen by the current owners. This is a lovely light Kitchen, with corner-glazed windows to one wall and views over the rear garden and fields.To the far end are large glazed windows overlooking the established rear garden and patio area. Fitted with a granite work surface and wooden island top, it is equipped with a range of wall and base units incorporating a Belfast sink, Integrated Dishwasher,Electri-kit Converted Aga (with hobs and oven on separate timers and therefore can be operated independently and easily controlled), Extractor Hood, Centre Island with fitted Hotpoint oven (new Dec 2021) and solid oak flooring. Double doors to a Walk-in Pantry, door to a large electricity cupboard and door to Utility Room. Wall - mounted, oil- filled electric radiator.UTILTY ROOM.               Fitted with wall and base units and stainless steel sink unit. Plumbed for automatic washing machine. Wall vent for vented tumble dryer. Door leading to Outside, as well as a door to Double garage and Workshop area.From the Hallway, door to CLOAKROOM /W.C.        Fitted with wash hand basin and low level W.C. Electric towel rail.Cupboard housing immersion heater and water tank.Steps down to covered oak-framed glass walkway leading toLOUNGE.                          Spacious Lounge with potential Dining / Play Area under Mezzanine and steps leading to Study / Bedroom 5.With feature windows to three elevations and large Inglenook Fireplace housing a Clearview Multi Fuel Stove. 5 amp lighting circuit.High ceilings with exposed beams, believed to be from the former spice sailing ships in Silloth. Two oil filled electric radiators.MEZZANINE.                      With feature windows to two elevations. Fitted with cupboards and shelving to one wall.STUDY / BEDROOM 5       Another room of character with exposed beams and feature windows to either side and front of the property. Bespoke oak bookshelf to one wall.From the main hallway, through door leading into the Bedroom Wing of the property.BEDROOM 2.                      With window to the front of the property. Fitted wardrobe. Radiator.BATHROOM.                        With free standing bath, vanity unit housing wash hand basin, shower cubicle and low level W.C.. Heated towel rail.Steps down toBEDROOM 3.                       With door to the front elevation. Fitted wardrobe. Radiator.BEDROOM 4.                       With corner windows to the front and side elevations. Fitted wardrobes. Radiator.Passageway to Master bedroomBEDROOM 1.                        With windows to the front and side of the property. Radiator. Fitted wardrobe. Exposed Beam.GARAGE / WORKSHOP AREA                                                With double up-and-over electric remote-controlled door. Power and lighting. (Workshop Area.)                      With door leading to the rear garden.OUTSIDE                                Ashbridge stands well within its own generous , private and established grounds, with views over fields, towards the fells.                                                The property is approached over a Private Bridge and sweeping Driveway to the Parking Area and Garage. The Gardens are mainly laid to lawn, with patio areas, shrubberies, assorted fruit trees (damson, apple etc) rockeries and allotment section with raised beds.  Footbridge onto 'Island'                                                 There is also access via a five bar gate on to a lane at the side of the property, which leads back to the Village (we believe that Ashbridge has a right of way over this lane)GENERAL REMARKS AND STIPULATIONSSITUATION.                              From Carlisle and from Junction 42 (M6 Motorway) proceed to Dalston. Driving through Dalston continue on the B5299 and take the exit road towards Raughton Head.Proceed past Rose Castle and after the school in Raughton Head turn left, signposted for Stockdalewath. In the Village turn immediate right after crossing over the hump backed bridge. Ashbridge is then a property on the right hand side accessed by a private bridge.SERVICES.                               Mains connected water and electricity. Drainage to Septic Tank ( we believe that this will have to be upgraded to comply with new legislation) Electric under-floor heating ( not tested) to most of the property, except the Study and Mezzanine. Oil filled electric radiators in most rooms except the Study and Mezzanine ,as alternative or additional heating .TENURE.                                   FreeholdVIEWING                                   Strictly by Appointment with                                                    Sandra Forster and Associates                                                   3 High Cross St., Brampton (use Contact Agent Button)                                                   Email: (use Contact Agent Button)