Detached house for sale in Rowrah, Frizington CA26

Rowrah Hall: Rowrah Hall is a substantial 7-bedroom retreat on a private 3-acre estate. The main house exudes character with mullion windows, exposed beams, and an Inglenook fireplace. Inside are 5 spacious double bedrooms, 2 of which are ensuite. The adjoining Old Hayloft cottage adds 2 further ensuite bedrooms.

Living Spaces: The heart of Rowrah Hall is its large kitchen-diner, complete with wood stove, traditional beams, and a generous island. From here, you can access the rear corridors, a large dining room, and a beautiful lounge. A separate office, den, boot room, panty, family bathroom, and various anterooms make up the remaining space.

Old Hayloft Cottages: Currently used as holiday lets, the cottages offer tremendous charm. One features an open-plan kitchen-diner-lounge and a double ensuite bedroom, while the other provides a larger lounge-diner, with an upstairs bathroom and larger double bedroom.

Expansive Grounds: The impressive grounds of Rowrah Hall feature a private walled garden, open lawns, small orchards, and a large, elevated field. Two ponds are fed by a natural spring, overlooked by a wood cabin and two greenhouses next to the substantial allotment.

Wildlife Haven: Peacocks, geese, ducks, red squirrels, owls, deer, a plethora of birds and the occasional otter, call this place home.

Location: Conveniently situated near the Lake District’s coast, lakes, and fells, Rowrah Hall invites exploration. Excellent local amenities abound, and the market towns of Cockermouth and Keswick are just a short drive away. Families will appreciate the excellent schools, including Keswick School with boarding facilities, as well as having the West Cumberland Hospital and good gp practices on the doorstep.

Character Property

The kitchen opens onto the rear corridors as well as the large dining room and lounge. Internally to the rear, a large
boot room and downstairs WC with access to the extensive grounds, is found at the foot of the first staircase, with
convenient under-stairs storage and a large larder next to it. Further along, is an anteroom utilised as an office,
through which the West wing of Rowrah Hall can be explored.
A second staircase winds upstairs past the rear entrance. Outside is a substantial external building adjoining the two
properties, utilised for laundry, plant equipment and storage. The West wing’s two en-suite bedrooms include a large
4-poster king size suite, which overlooks the walled garden, as well as a good-sized double room overlooking the
cottages’ courtyard.
Three further bedrooms occupy the upper landing; Bedroom 3, a large king-size bedroom, which features an original
fire surround, Bedroom 5, which is a smaller double bedroom (currently used as an office) and Bedroom 2, a grand
king-size bedroom. These all overlook the walled garden, surrounding grounds and C2C cycleway. The East wing also
has a large family bathroom, along with three additional anterooms or nooks, providing additional space for storage, a
library, play areas or quiet reading.
Downstairs, in the West Wing, is a further separate dining room, office or playroom, as well as a substantial lounge
with its own front entrance, and adjoining dining room. The lounge features an original inglenook fireplace, exposed
timber ceilings, a storage nook with stained glass windows and a flagstone floor. The dining room is similarly adorned,
and features its own smaller wood-fired stove and access to the kitchen / diner.

Local Area

Rowah Hall is positioned on the edge of the Lake District National Park between St Bees, Cockermouth and
Ennerdale Water (all 15mins away). Rowrah is a highly sought after village with an award-winning brewery and a
friendly community, conveniently located to enjoy the coast, lakes, fells and cycle routes, along with the amenities of
Cockermouth, Keswick, Whitehaven and Workington, all within a short drive. There is a plethora of good and
outstanding schools to choose from, including Keswick School which also offers boarding facilities.

The Cottage

The Old Hayloft was originally a single cottage, that has been subdivided into two and is used as holiday lets. One
cottage features an open plan kitchen/diner/lounge, plus a double ensuite bedroom, whilst the other offers duplex
accommodation with a larger open plan lounge/diner, substantial bathroom and a super-king-sized bedroom
upstairs, with wonderful exposed arched beams.
The property has planning permission granted for both holiday lets to be remodelled, with the addition of a new storm
porch, light tunnels, kitchens, bathrooms and staircases, although they are currently successfully utilised as holiday
lets with an Excellence Rating of 9.5 on and 9.8 on HotelSocial.
A copy of the Planning Consent can be found at Cumberland Council; Planning Application: 4/22/2145/0L1 and also
includes the erection of a new summer house.
Both Rowrah Hall and The Old Hayloft adjoin each other and must be bought together, but each has a separate title.
The land is split between both.

Grounds

Nestled on the edge of the C2C Cycle Route, the grounds consist of a private walled garden with gated pillars, large
open lawns planted with tulips, a couple of small orchards and further lawns, a large elevated top field, bounded by
neighbouring fields, woodland and juniper trees, plus two ponds which are fed by a natural spring. A small beck runs
through the walled garden and through the Old Hayloft’s courtyard, whilst a large grassy area provides space for the
new summer house and existing shed. The property enjoys car parking for up to 6 or more cars.
The current owners have put a lot of time into the gardens, opening the top fields and planting over 10,000 tulips. In
Spring, it is quite the picture!
The grounds are popular with wildlife, featuring peacocks, geese and ducks, as well as red squirrels, a variety of owls,
deer, stalks, otters and more.
Additionally, the property has two high quality greenhouses along with a large allotment for home-grown produce,
and an area dedicated to fruit growing, alongside a large stand-alone chicken coop & run. An additional wood cabin
also overlooks the two ponds.
The C2C offers beautiful walks and cycling routes in both directions, directly from the property, and other walks can
be enjoyed across the fields towards Ennerdale Bridge.

Surrounding Area

The award-winning Ennerdale Brewery is within walking distance of Rowrah Hall, and Ennerdale Water is just 10 mins
by car, whilst the St Bees coastline is just 15mins away. Other popular places to visit, all within a 30min drive, include
Loweswater, Crummock Water, Buttermere, Bassenthwaite and Derwent Water, Whinlatter Forest Park, Honister
Pass and the beautiful market towns of Cockermouth and Keswick. Wast Water, Muncastle Castle and the trailhead
for Scafell Pike are just 45mins away.
All-in-all, Rowrah Hall is a delightful property set within beautiful grounds and in easy reach of the finest the Lake
District has to offer. Established in a friendly and thriving village, it enjoys tranquil surroundings and will appeal to
families, professionals and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

Schools

The property is within the catchment area of several good nurseries, primary and secondary schools, including
Keswick School (with boarding facilities) and other specialist colleges. The West Cumberland Hospital with an A&E
Department is 12 mins away, whilst good gp Practices can be found in Cleator Moor.

Investment & Tourism:
The area is enjoying substantial investment as part of the government’s Levelling Up programme and other initiatives,
attracting more people and opportunities. The Western Lakes are also appealing to more tourists as they discover the
many merits compared with the more congested towns of the Central Lakes

The Lifestyle

Business Opportunity:
• The Old Hayloft is already a successful holiday let and has planning permissions for sympathetic
alterations, and a new summer house.
• Other opportunities for a café and further holiday accommodation may be possible (subject to the
necessary consents).
Historical Context:
• Rowrah Hall: Rowrah Hall is a fine, imposing Grade II listed Cumbrian Long House, originally built in 1703
during the reign of Queen Anne, and was the home of John Skelton. The property was extended in 1729 and
the next few generations made it their home. At some point c.1800's, the Skelton's left to live in London and
the Hall saw various tenants, before being sold by the family in the 1930s. Since then, the Hall has
continued to be renovated and restored with the current owners focussing on the developing the tranquil
grounds.
• Escape to the Country: Rowrah Hall was featured on the BBC’s Escape To the Country.
Rowrah Hall awaits discerning buyers seeking a harmonious blend of history, nature, and comfort, along with
opportunities for either a new business venture, or to accommodate an extended family. Arrange a viewing today and
immerse yourself in the timeless allure of this Cumbrian gem.

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