A superb Victorian stone-built property
Four bedrooms
Master bedroom with en-suite
Original features throughout
Parking to accommodate multiple vehicles both adjacent to the property and in additional land area
Located in a peaceful rural location yet close to local amenities
A versatile outbuilding with the potential to be converted into a work from home space of an annex for additional income (subject to planning permissions)
A field attached to the property
Welcome to 'Blencathra,' an elegant four bedroom Victorian home nestled in the idyllic rural village of Yealand Conyers.
Welcome to 'Blencathra,' an elegant four bedroom Victorian home nestled in the idyllic rural village of Yealand Conyers. This exceptional detached property boasts versatile living accommodation on the ground floor, to include the charming garden room, versatile reception rooms and the family kitchen, with the four bright bedrooms and the traditional four piece family bathroom found on the first floor. A wide range of beautiful original features and spacious rooms come together to create a home that seamlessly blends modern amenities with graceful period features and offers space for all the family to live. Surrounded by private and meticulously maintained walled gardens with a special topiary garden to one end adding a manor house garden feel. The main garden offers a generous lawn perfect for children and pets to roam freely and securely while appreciating the tranquil rural surroundings and is packed full of mature plants and shrubs. The main gated gravelled driveway offers ample space for parking for several vehicles. A large open field framed by mature hedges lies adjacent and is a fabulous extension of the main garden. There is another gravelled driveway here perfect for the use of the outbuilding should this be used as an annex or for additional parking for larger gatherings. Enhancing the property's appeal and versatility is the impressive outbuilding which presents a fantastic opportunity for development for a separate work from home space/ a generous annex for visiting family or friends or as an additional income source (subject to planning permission). Yealand Conyers forms part of the Arnside and Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The area is rich in wildlife, woodlands and cultural heritage. It is home to the majority of the RSPB Nature Reserve at Leighton Moss made famous by the resident bitterns. There are numerous wonderful walks in the area which feature impressive views of Morecambe Bay, Ingleborough and the Lake District mountains. Yealand primary school is within a 5 minute walk and sits within the catchment area for both Dallam and QES secondary schools.
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Room Descriptions
GROUND FLOOR
Entrance Hall
7'10" × 8'4" (2.41m × 2.55m)
A designated, bright and airy space with a low maintenance tiled floor, perfect for removing boots and shoes before entering the main home. Beautiful cornicing and original corbels offer a glimpse of the original features to come!
Kitchen
10'9" × 15'10" (3.30m × 4.85m)
The kitchen boasts an impressive stone surround framing a gas Rayburn combined cooker with a subway tiled splashback and opposite this, a bespoke central island with a luxurious marble countertop that incorporates a sink, wooden storage units and an integrated dishwasher. To one side of the Rayburn is a useful original alcove bursting with cupboards and storage space. The large sash window allows a wealth of natural light to flow in to illuminate the room and a breakfast bar to seat two can be found directly underneath.
Living Room
12'10" × 13'3" (3.93m × 4.06m)
Packed full of wonderful original features throughout including a large sash window, beautiful original decorative plasterwork to the walls, a ceiling rose, elegant cornicing and an ornate open fireplace. This is a cosy yet spacious room, perfect for relaxing at the end of the day with family. Upon entering the room, your gaze is instantly drawn out to the views through the window overlooking the fields beyond and allowing natural light to flow through.
Dining Room
13'4" × 14'7" (4.08m × 4.47m)
Currently used as an office, this is a versatile room that would also make a fantastic dining room and is located next to the kitchen. The large double sash windows frame the views looking out to the garden and fields while allowing natural light to flood in to illuminate the space. There are wonderful period features present to include a fireplace with a marbled surround, a ceiling rose and beautiful cornicing.
Garden Room
11'5" × 16'8" (3.50m × 5.08m)
A wonderful addition to the home, characterised by the high vaulted ceiling adorned with wooden beams, stone-faced walls, and natural stone flags. An abundance of natural light floods in through the patio doors and windows, all reminiscent of Macintosh and offering panoramic, picturesque views out to the garden.
Hallway
5'10" × 13'2" (1.80m × 4.02m)
A welcoming hallway featuring an impressive high ceiling, enhanced by a window positioned above the staircase, allowing natural light to illuminate the space. It provides access to all ground floor rooms, with a wooden staircase ascending to the first floor. Original features can be found at every turn from the beautiful plasterwork to the walls, to the ceiling rose to the original arch with matching corbels leading into the heart of the home.
Utility Room/ WC
4'0" × 7'10" (1.22m × 2.41m)
A charming room set up as a utility room and WC equipped with space for a washing machine, a tiled work surface and a coat hanging area, There is a hand basin and WC present with natural light entering in through the sash window.
Vestibule
5'2" × 5'10" (1.59m × 1.78m)
Accessed through an impressive door with glazing to either side and above allowing the transfer of natural light into the hallway, this space provides additional storage space separate from the main house. It includes a coat and bag hanging area with a window offering views out to the gardens.
FIRST FLOOR
Bedroom 1
11'10" × 15'8" (3.61m × 4.79m)
A light and bright double bedroom enjoying elevated views through the original sash window over to the surrounding fields. The room features a built-in, mains fed shower cubicle along with a separate room with a corner hand basin and corner WC. Impressive original features include ornate plasterwork borders, cornicing and a ceiling rose.
Bedroom 2
13'6" × 14'9" (4.12m × 4.52m)
Full of natural light, this double bedroom boasts double sash windows with a deep sill overlooking the garden and fields beyond. The room is complemented by a decorative fireplace with a marbled surround and also original cornicing and picture rails can be found.
Bedroom 3
11'0" × 13'2" (3.36m × 4.03m)
A generously sized double bedroom offering elevated views of the surrounding fields through the original double sash windows. The room is enhanced by the fireplace with marbled surround adding character and charm.
Bedroom 4
7'10" × 10'0" (2.41m × 3.07m)
A side facing bedroom, bursting with natural light emanating through the original sash window with beautiful decorative plasterwork and coving.
Bathroom
8'2" × 8'5" (2.50m × 2.58m)
A dedicated bathroom ideally situated to serve all bedrooms on the first floor with a luxurious roll-top, cast iron bath, a traditional ceramic basin sink, a high-level WC, and a mains fed, shower cubicle surrounded by marbled tiles. The room is complemented by the feature towel radiator and is illuminated with natural light.
Landing
8'2" × 9'8" (2.50m × 2.97m)
Allowing access to all the first floor rooms and showcasing the traditional wooden half landing staircase. Natural light fills the space through the window over the stairs, while the high ceiling enhances the room's sense of spaciousness.
LOWER GROUND FLOOR
Cellar
5'10" × 15'2" (1.80m × 4.63m)
Descending down the stone steps from the entrance hall, you will find this additional cellar with original stone slab benches lining two walls also with fitted shelving, lighting and power present. This is a great space for additional storage or for use as a pantry or workshop.
OUTBUILDING
This beautiful Victorian stone-built outbuilding is immaculately presented and already has an electrical supply, along with water and gas connections ready to be linked from the driveway. Offering spectacular views and retaining its period charm, this versatile space presents a fantastic opportunity for those in need of a workshop, a secluded workspace away from the main house, or even the potential to be developed into a separate annex.
Garage
8'6" × 13'6" (2.60m × 4.12m)
Located centrally and accessible via double barn doors externally or from Room 1 and Room 2 with light and power present.
Room 1
13'5" × 13'10" (4.10m × 4.24m)
A bright room illuminated by dual aspects through the sash windows with wooden shutters and featuring a large brick fireplace with a coal fire. Two built-in storage cupboards surround the stairs with the staircase leading up to the first floor.
Room 2
13'2" × 15'0" (4.02m × 4.58m)
The room features a traditional hay rack and wooden stable partition, with natural light streaming in through the sash window with wooden shutters with a view that overlooks the rear field. Access to this room is available via the driveway and there is light and power present.
Room 3
13'2" × 14'0" (4.03m × 4.28m)
A bright room boasting a decorative cast iron fireplace set over a stone flag hearth to add a touch of character. Wonderful dual aspect views can be found through the sash windows with wooden shutters overlooking both the driveway and the field. The floor features original floorboards and there is light and power present.
Room 4
13'3" × 24'0" (4.05m × 7.33m)
This large room features original wooden beam detailing, a hay barn door and a sash window with wooden shutters to frame elevated views outside. There is light and power conveniently installed.
Wood Store
6'2" × 9'4" (1.89m × 2.85m)
A dedicated dry area, perfect for storing wood with power present.
Coal Store
An additional space, used for storing coal with power present.
Externally
Walking through the imposing wooden double gates, you are greeted by this stunning, stone built property. Following the path around to the right, the fabulous formal lawn opens up and benefits from all-day sunshine with breath-taking views over the distant fields and to the fells beyond. In the corner of the garden, there is a handy garden store, followed by a generous, separate outbuilding situated over two floors that offers a multitude of uses. A driveway surrounds the outbuilding and is easily able to accommodate eight vehicles. Behind the outbuilding lies a field framed by mature hedges which can be accessed separately via the lane beside the property.
Useful information
House built - circa 1890. Tenure - Freehold. Council tax band - F Local authority - Lancaster City Council. Drainage - Septic tank for the sole use of this property. Last emptied 2022. Heating - Gas Rayburn combined cooker and boiler. Installed approx. 2002 Water & gas ready to connect to The Outbuilding. What3Words location - ///indulgent.marathon.clenching
