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A fantastic chance to acquire an idyllic rural 5 bedroom detached house in an extremely accessible location. Woodrow House is a great opportunity for those looking for the good life within a very well located part of Cumbria, a short distance from the Lake District National Park. The house is situated in the quiet hamlet of Woodrow near Wigton which has excellent access to Wigton and the A595 with outlooks over the countryside. The attached barn could lend itself to a range of uses such as a home office or developing a granny annexe subject to necessary permissions and consents.
For sale by Private Treaty as a whole
Situation
The property is set in a rural location on the north-western outskirts of the Lake District National Park. The property has excellent transport links being located just 1 mile to the north of the A595. It is situated approximately 4 miles away from Wigton which benefits from schools and a range of local amenities such as supermarkets and local shops with nearby.
Carlisle providing a range of outlet shopping and other services including schools, medical facilities and restaurants and has excellent links to the M6 and A74(M). Located within 2 miles of the village of Bolton Low House which provides a primary school, pub, village hall and car dealership.
Bolton Low Houses – 2 miles
Wigton – 2.5 miles
Silloth – 12 miles
Cockermouth – 13 miles
Carlisle – 15 Miles
Keswick – 18 miles
Access
The property is accessed off the public highway linking the A595 & A596, approximately 1 mile from the A595.
Directions
From Carlisle/the North
From Carlisle head west on the A595 towards Cockermouth for approximately 15.5 miles then take a right turning signposted towards Waverton. Continue along the public road for 1 mile, where the house is on the left hand side at the cross roads.
From Penrith/M6 South
From the South, come off at the M6 at J41 and follow the signs to Wigton/Silloth from the roundabout on the B5305. Continue the B5305 for approximately 17.5 miles when you reach the A595, turn left onto the A595 and then stay on it for approximately 3.5 miles. Turn right at the signpost for Waverton. Continue along the public road for 1 mile, where the house is on the left hand side at the cross roads.
From Cockermouth/the west/Lakes
From Cockermouth head north on the A595 towards Carlisle and continue on the road for approximately 11 miles then take the left had turning signposted towards Waverton. Continue along the public road for 1 mile, where the house is on the left hand side at the cross roads.
Description
Woodrow House is a traditional two-storey stone-built house with a part rendered finish under a slate and tile roof. The 4/5 bedroom property has a flexible layout with multiple reception rooms and benefits from a variety of outdoor spaces including a detached garage and former barn currently utilised as a workshop. The property also comes with 2 wood burners and an additional aga. To the rear of the property is a private garden with patio, lawns and mature heritage apple trees. Off street parking is provided in front of the detached double garage. The property benefits from double glazing and gas central heating.
The accommodation consists of:
Ground Floor
Porch 1.08m x 1.65m
Reception Room 4.63m x 4.56m
With feature fireplace with wood burner and parquet floor.
Living Room 4.54m x 3.70m
With feature fireplace.
Kitchen 3.37m x 4.45m
Dining kitchen with parquet flooring and Aga range.
Living Room 2 5.44m x 3.75m
Slate stone flooring with wood burning stove, double French doors leading to the garden.
Utility room, 1.97m x 1.89
With sink and cupboards
WC
Laundry room 1.6m x 2.84m
Rear hallway 1.34m x 3.74m
With access to rear
Home office, 3.77m x 4.43m
With feature fireplace.
Second floor
Main landing
From main staircase.
Bedroom 1 3.68m x 4.59m
Master bedroom with feature fire place, walk in wardrobe and ensuite with WC, sink & shower.
Main Bathroom 2.12m x 3.47m
Bath with shower, pedestal sink & WC.
Bedroom 2 3.34m x 3.14m
Double bedroom with fitted cupboard/airing cupboard
Bedroom 3 3.45m x 4.45m
Double bedroom with cupboard and feature fireplace.
Bedroom 4 5.48m x 3.78m
Double Bedroom.
Rear landing,
From rear stairwell with 2 large storage cupboards.
Bedroom 5 3.56m x 4.77m
Double bedroom with Velux window.
Outside
Detached Double Garage 5.41m x 5.02m
With doors to front, rear and access to side
Barn 7.22m X 5.23m
Stone/brick barn attached with mezzanine. Currently being utilised as workshop and general storage.
Garden
There is a private garden and lawns to the rear with mature apple trees and shrubs.
Services
The property benefits from mains electricity, water and gas, with drainage to a septic tank (buyers will accept the burden of ensuring the system is compliant). There are 2 wood burners and additional aga.
Council Tax
This property is in the Council Tax Band D.
Fixtures & Fittings
All fixtures & fittings are included in the sale at no extra charge. No warranties are given for the fitted appliances.
Energy Performance Certificate Rating
The EPC rating has been assessed as Band E. For full copies of the EPC information and copies of the reports please contact the Selling Agent.
Planning & development
There are no known recent planning applications on this property. There may be the potential to progress alternative uses subject to relevant planning and other permissions.
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