Opportunity to live with family yet having privacy and a degree of separation
Spacious and versatile living accommodation throughout
Wonderful surrounding countryside views and walks on the doorstep
Private courtyard with parking for several vehicles
A large garage and outhouses
A substantial rear, walled garden to enjoy
Tucked away in a picturesque rural hamlet, this is an exciting opportunity to acquire a traditional stone-built property boasting, in total, 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 5 reception rooms, a generous courtyard for parking, a garage and a large walled garden. Originally converted to one large property it has been thoughtfully separated by the current owners and is now two separate, three bedroom properties, ideal for living close to family yet having a degree of separation. The two properties are also both available to purchase separately. Offered with no onward chain this would make an ideal characterful home for a wide range of purchasers. The hamlet of Woodhouse is picturesque and peaceful and nestled close to the villages of Heversham and Hincaster. Surrounded by rolling countryside and there is a leisurely 15 minute walk up to the well known summit of Heversham Head that offers elevated far reaching views of the area. A short drive away is the larger village of Milnthorpe that offers a great selection of local amenities as well as a nursery, primary school and secondary schools. The M6 motorway can be reached within 7 minutes and there is a regular bus service that runs 7 days a week through Milnthorpe from Lancaster up to Keswick in the Lake District. Milnthorpe benefits from having 2 doctors surgeries, 2 dental practices, a Pharmacy, opticians, a petrol station, a vets and much, much more and plays host to an array of social activities for all ages ranging from baby and toddler groups and youth groups to coffee mornings and sports clubs. There is a supermarket, 2 pubs, several independent shops and a variety of eateries.
A separate space perfect for taking off boots and coats before entering the main living areas.
A generous open space combining the well equipped kitchen and a zoned space to accommodate a dining table to easily seat 8 for entertaining and formal mealtimes. The room boasts a high ceiling with wooden details and features throughout to create a homely, farmhouse feel with a large alcove perfect for storing cook books or foodstuffs. The kitchen offers front facing views out to the courtyard and a wealth of bespoke wooden base and wall units to include an integrated oven, electric hob with an extractor hood above and a dishwasher. Located at the other end of the room is a deep under stairs storage cupboard large enough to house a tall fridge freezer as well as other contents.
A beautiful room emanating a grand, stately home feel and flooded with natural light via the french doors that lead directly out to the gardens. The prominent sandstone fireplace houses a log burning stove to add warmth to the large room. A central feature alcove provides a unique space to keep books and ornaments. A wooden beam adorns the ceiling and adds to the rustic charm.
An impressively sized double bedroom full of natural light and enjoying private, rear facing views out over the gardens. Fitted storage fills one wall comprising of wardrobe space, fitted cupboards and over the bed storage cupboards.
Located centrally between the other bedrooms, this double bedroom offers rear garden views through its two windows with deep sills and an original wooden ceiling beam.
A good sized double bedroom with rear garden views and wooden beam detailing.
A large, four piece bathroom suite with a quadrant shower cubicle and mains fed shower, a bath, W.C and a hand basin. This is a bright room benefitting from a large window and deep sill.
Leading to all first floor rooms and allowing access to a deep airing cupboard with fitted shelving.
Council tax band - D (Westmorland and Furness Council). Electric - Mains. Heating - Oil central heating. Drainage - Septic tank. Water - Water meter.
A wonderful and spacious entrance hallway inviting you into the home with ample room to take off coats, boots and shoes with an under the stairs cupboard for storage. The hallway leads round offering access to all other ground floor rooms with a door at the end that leads directly out to the rear garden.
An impressive open space divided by a traditional stone chimney breast to zone the room from the second reception space behind. A large log burning stove on a quartz hearth provides a focal point and creates a cosy touch with sliding doors leading out to a front facing balcony and impressive views to Heversham Head beyond. The room is lovely and bright with a Velux window and a further two characterful windows allowing natural light to flood in. An eaves storage cupboard is present ideal for clutter free living.
Located behind the living room, yet still being open to it, this extra space is such a versatile area and could be used as a large dining area, hobby space, a spacious home office or more. Dual aspect views can be enjoyed to the front and rear gardens and there is access to an attic space above.
As soon as you enter, you are greeted with an amazing and original stone mullioned window set up, reminiscent of a church or chapel. Boasting bespoke wooden base and wall units in a farmhouse style with an abundance of work surface space. Integrated appliances include an electric hob with an extractor hood above, a dishwasher, a waist height oven and grill above, a fridge and a freezer. There is space at one end to accommodate a dining table to seat four.
An impressive master bedroom boasting an abundance of fitted storage to include wardrobes, cupboards, over the bed storage and a corner dressing table area. Dual aspect views can be enjoyed out to the front courtyard and also to the rear garden.
A modern en-suite with a fresh colour scheme and consisting of a large, walk-in shower with a mains-fed shower and two shower heads, a concealed cistern W.C, a hand basin within a vanity unit and a tall, heated towel rail. The walls and floor are fully tiled.
A large double bedroom benefitting from a range of fitted storage including wardrobes, over the bed storage and a dressing table. There are front facing views out to the courtyard.
Boasting dual aspect views out to the front and rear there is an abundance of fitted storage present.
A spacious bathroom with a bath with an electric shower above, W.C and a hand basin. The floor and walls are fully tiled with wooden accents on the bath and W.C.
Perfectly located to take advantage of the open yet private garden views, this is a fantastic additional space to sit and relax with family and friends. French doors open up to bring the outdoors in and allow an abundance of natural light to fill the room.
A fantastic additional space perfect for keeping the utilities separate. Offering space for a washing machine and dryer with a sink present. The floor is fully tiled and there are modern base and wall units. This room is accessed via the hallway and also has access through to the garden room.
Accessed via the up and over front door and also via a rear door from the garden, there is space here to park and also for storage. The boiler is houses to the rear along with the pressurised water tank. There is light, power and water present.
Tenure - Freehold. Council tax band - E (Westmorland and Furness Council). Heating - Oil central heating. Drainage - Septic tank.
Decorative double iron gates open up to reveal a private courtyard providing space to park several vehicles with stone built outbuildings to utilise. The large rear garden is laid as a generous formal lawn with a path leading right around. Tall traditional stone walls encompass the garden and create a private secret garden to enjoy. With raised beds offering space to grow your own fruit and vegetables, a large greenhouse, a gravelled seating area and a 'kitchen garden' area boasting an abundance of mature trees and well planted borders making this a haven for all gardeners!