This most impressive of homes, truly has a tremendous amount to offer. A fantastic Grade 2 barn conversion, bursting with charm, character and offering a wealth of versatility. The property is nestled on the edge of the village of Gosforth, which has long been a highly desirable place to live. The village itself is located within the Lake District National Park and has numerous pubs, cafes and a primary School. The village is a perfect place from which to explore the quieter western Lakes and surrounding fells, as well as the Cumbrian coastline, with the long sandy beach of Seascale being just a ten minute drive away.
This spacious property offers plenty of versatility as it can be used as two or three dwellings the choice is yours. It is currently split between a main residence and two spacious holiday lets. Not only that, but the property offers virtually off the grid living, with a wood pellet biomass boiler, generating roughly £6000 per annum and the property even benefits from its own water supply and solar panels located in the garden, which generate an income of approximately £1200 per annum. The property would be well suited to be used as a multi-generational home and currently produces a steady, reliable income.
On arriving at the property you will notice the substantial driveway which provides ample off-street parking for numerous vehicles and will be ideal for anybody with a caravan or motorhome. The property is set on spacious grounds and has a tremendous garden boasting a covered seating area with pizza oven, two ponds a poly tunnel and a wide variety of flowers, plants, shrubs and mature trees. The garden is a most tranquil place in which to sit, relax and enjoy the sunshine, birdsong and privacy.
The main part of the home is known as The Barn. Step inside you'll find yourself in a spacious hallway with a beautiful floor and an equally beautiful door that leads through to an inner hallway. The hallway leads to a most impressive master bedroom with fitted furniture, ceiling beams and a spacious ensuite. You will also find a second double bedroom which has access to a stunning bathroom. From the main entrance hall, there is access to the large utility room and the Byre measuring 45 foot in length and housing the biomass boiler. It is ideal for anybody who needs lots of storage, or perhaps a workshop. The first floor of this part of the home will certainly catch your eye. Here you will find a room bursting with character, with exposed beams, mezzanine floor, vaulted ceiling and a wood burning stove. This is most certainly the heart of the home. The open plan room has a lounge area, dining area and a lovely kitchen with French doors leading out onto a terrace. From the terrace you can enjoy fabulous, elevated views over the garden. Another lovely feature of the room is the mezzanine floor which makes an ideal home office or games area.
The second area of the property is known as Ash Lodge and is currently used as a holiday home. Ash Lodge has a door leading through to the main part of the property, �The Barn� and the simple use of this door allows you to use the two dwellings as one if desired. Ash Lodge has a lovely, open plan lounge diner with exposed beams and a wood burning stove. There is also a kitchen to the ground floor, and stairs leading up to the second. Here you will find two spacious double bedrooms, one of which boasts an ensuite bathroom. There is also a stylish shower room.
Pine Lodge is currently used as a holiday home and boasts two lovely double bedrooms on the ground floor, both featuring ensuite bathrooms. The first floor is a rather fabulous open plan kitchen, lounge and diner with vaulted ceilings and numerous windows allowing plenty of natural light.
This fabulous home is perfect for those who appreciate the charm, and all the property has to offer. With its versatility and generating an income along with its virtual off grid living, this could be a dream come true. Add to that the fabulous garden and the ability to grow your own fruit and vegetable what more is there to want. To arrange a visit to the property, to fully appreciate all it has to offer, please contact the office and we will arrange a viewing.