Farmhouse for sale in High Lowscales Farmhouse And Cottage, Duddon Valley, Cumbria LA18

Accommodation in Brief

The Farmhouse
Sitting Room/Kitchen | Dining Room | Utility Room | Snug | Principal Bedroom with En-suite Bathroom | Bedroom with En-suite Shower Room Accessed via Private Staircase | Two Further Bedrooms | Bathroom

Gardens | Patio & Decked Area | Hot Tub | Barrel Sauna | Bicycle Store | Parking

The Cottage
Sitting Room | Kitchen/Dining Room | Two Bedrooms with En-suite Shower Rooms

Decked Area | Hot Tub | Parking

The Property
High Lowscales is a superb lifestyle property situated in magnificent countryside including a traditional Cumbrian farmhouse with a beautiful holiday cottage all set in 17 acres of land. The property is currently being operated as a successful business, providing a wealth of opportunities to relax in style or explore the idyllic surrounds.

High Lowscales Farmhouse
The Farmhouse is a traditional Cumbrian hill farm nestled in the glorious Cumbrian countryside of the south-western Lakes. Beautifully renovated, the farmhouse features elegant and tasteful colour schemes throughout and memorable touches such as exposed beams, slate and wood flooring and striking fireplaces.

The inviting open plan sitting room/kitchen is at the heart of the property, offering a spacious yet cosy and relaxing hub. The hand-built kitchen benefits from a range of appliances, including a range cooker, combi microwave/oven/grill, fridge/freezer and dishwasher along with a Belfast sink and a central island with ample space for casual dining. The utility room provides further convenience and space for a washing machine and tumble dryer, whilst the dining room is perfect for more formal entertaining. A lovely snug with woodburner is the perfect spot to enjoy a peaceful evening.

There are four bedrooms all appointed in classic and graceful fashion. Two bedrooms benefit from en-suite facilities, whilst the other two are served by a family bathroom.

An outdoor spa hot tub, complete with massage jets and feature lighting, is positioned to make the most of the remarkable views towards the sea, along with a luxurious barrel sauna.

The Cottage
The Cottage is a spacious two-storey barn conversion, finished to the same exacting standards as the Farmhouse. There is a sitting room and a kitchen/dining room to the ground floor, with two bedrooms to the first floor, each with en-suite shower rooms. An enclosed decked area features a private hot tub.

Externally
High Lowscales is set in 17 acres of farmland with spectacular views down to the Irish Sea and the Duddon Estuary. The land is predominantly grazing and a local farmer currently grazes sheep on it.

Each of the properties has dedicated parking.

Local Information
High Lowscales is perfectly positioned for exploring in this beautiful area, with a fantastic range of outdoor activities available both from the doorstep and in the vicinity. The driveway to the properties is also a footpath/bridleway, ideal for mountain biking in the Whicham Valley and up the 600-metre high Black Combe. The beaches at Haverigg and Silecroft are within a few minutes’ drive as is the Hodbarrow rspb reserve, whilst the market town of Broughton-in-Furness is close by.

Also easily accessible via pretty drives are the River Duddon, Corney Fell, Wasdale, Coniston Water, the Barrow-in-Furness Peninsula, Furness Abbey, Walney Island Nature Reserve, Piel Island and the Cumbrian Coastal Way. Muncaster Castle and “La’al Ratty” miniature steam railway at Ravenglass all make for wonderful days out as do the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway, the Aquarium of the Lakes and steam boat cruises on Windermere.

For schooling there is both primary and secondary schooling available in Millom, along with a nursery. There are train links from Millom just a short drive from High Lowscales, with local trains to Lancaster, and onward to all national centres.

Approximate Mileages
Millom 2.0 miles | Ulverston 16.8 miles | Barrow-in-Furness 23.0 miles | Windermere 30.1 miles | M6 Junction 36 36.5 miles

Services
High Lowscales Farmhouse – Mains electricity, lpg central heating, water from borehole. Private drainage.

The Cottage – Mains electricity, lpg central heating, water from borehole. Private drainage.

Note Please ensure that you close any gates on the farmland.

Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way
The property is being sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether or not specified within the sales particulars.

Agents Note to Purchasers
We strive to ensure all property details are accurate, however, they are not to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact and do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract. All measurements and floor plans have been prepared as a guide only. All services, systems and appliances listed in the details have not been tested by us and no guarantee is given to their operating ability or efficiency. Please be advised that some information may be awaiting vendor approval.

Submitting an Offer
Please note that all offers will require financial verification including mortgage agreement in principle, proof of deposit funds, proof of available cash and full chain details including selling agents and solicitors down the chain. To comply with Money Laundering Regulations, we require proof of identification from all buyers before acceptance letters are sent and solicitors can be instructed.

EPC Rating: C