4 bedroom house

Hall Bank is located in the heart of Bentham, whilst being discretely tucked away in charming gardens, with its own 0.5 acre paddock, running gently down to the delightful Lairgill Beck. A spacious 4 bedroom detached bungalow, the property benefits from a basement with workshop; huge loft with potential to extend up, subject to the necessary planning consents; double garage and driveway parking; solar panels with feed-in tariff and rainwater retention system.

Close to amenities, Hall Bank is within the catchment for excellent secondary education at both Settle College and QES, Kirkby Lonsdale. Bentham has a highly regarded primary school within walking distance. With plenty of space for buyers seeking to work from home, this is a versatile property and will appeal to families or couples. Bentham is surrounded by stunning countryside and is a great base for day trips to the Yorkshire Dales, Bowland, Lake District and Morecambe Bay.

Opportunities like this are rare to market and viewing is recommended. Hall Bank is available with no chain.

Hall Bank - In brief, the ground floor accommodation comprises: spacious hall with access to the huge loft; modern kitchen/diner; useful vestibule; porch; utility room; lounge with picture window views of the paddock and beyond; 4 bedrooms, one of which is currently used as an office, WC and a shower room. The basement is accessed via the rear garden and patio seating area and comprises a good-sized workshop with light, power and wood burning stove; further under-store and rainwater retention storage tanks.

Outside, Hall Bank has a driveway providing ample off-road parking to the front aspect, with a large detached double garage. Pleasant and established gardens wrap around the property with a delightful seating area overlooking the paddock. Extending to 0.5 acres, the south-facing paddock comprises pasture; fruit trees; pond; summer house and established trees. The enchanting Lairgill Beck runs at the foot of the paddock on the southern boundary. A haven for wildlife, the gardens and paddock provide peace and tranquility.

High Bentham Location - High Bentham is a thriving market town with an excellent range of amenities, these include: shops, bank, Post Office, pubs, bars, GP Surgery and grocery stores. The Co-op is within easy walking distance and has recently been extended and upgraded. The town has a train station providing connections to Leeds and Lancaster. The A65 can be easily reached and provides access to nearby market towns, including Settle and Kirkby Lonsdale, along with Skipton to the south and Kendal to the north. The M6 at Lancaster can be reached in 25 minutes by car. High Bentham has its own modern primary school and excellent secondary education is available at Settle College and QES, Kirkby Lonsdale, with school bus services available. On the northern edge of the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the town is close to the stunning Yorkshire Dales National Park and within easy reach of the Lake District. The coast at Morecambe Bay, is a 30 minute drive.

Property Information - Freehold property. Council Tax Band E. Solar panels producing an income of approx. £1400 per annum. 4000 litre rain water retention. Rain water is pumped up to the utility room and workshop where it can be accessed.

Ground Floor -

Hall - A large entrance hall leading to the Kitchen/Diner, Lounge, Bedrooms, WC and bathroom. Access to the loft. UPVC double glazed front door and window to the front aspect. Carpet. Radiator.

Wc - Vinyl flooring. Radiator. Double Glazed UPVC window to the front aspect. Toilet and wash basin.

Kitchen/Diner - 5.28m x 3.63m (17'4" x 11'11") -

Kitchen Area - A bright, modern kitchen comprising: integrated oven, gas hob, space for fridge and freezer and stainless steel sink and drainer. Karndean flooring, Intergrated dishwasher. Radiator. Double glazed window to the side aspect.

Dining Area - Dining area with UPVC double glazed window to the side aspect. Carpet. Radiator. Access to Vestibule.

Vestibule - Vinyl flooring. Radiator. Double glazed window to the front aspect. Timber framed door leading to the porch.

Porch - UPVC door. UPVC Double glazed windows. Vinyl floor.

Utility Room - 1.99m x 1.84m (6'6" x 6'0") - Vinyl floor. Radiator. Double glazed window to the front aspect. Belfast sink. Rain water tap, ideal for watering house plants. Plumbing for washing machine.

Lounge - 5.27m x 6.29m (17'3" x 20'8") - Large UPVC Double glazed window to the rear aspect, over looking the garden and into the paddock, UPVC double glazed window to side. Multi-fuel fireplace. UPVC double glazed door leading to the garden. Part Karndean and part carpet flooring.

Bedroom 1 - 3.50m x 3.59m (11'6" x 11'9") - Large double bedroom with UPVC double glazed windows to the rear and side aspect. Carpet, radiator. Door leading to the hall.

Bedroom 2/Office - 2.28m x 2.68m (7'6" x 8'10") - A single bedroom with a built in wardrobe. Currently being used as a office. UPVC double glazed to side aspect. Carpet. Radiator. Timber door leading onto the hallway.

Bedroom 3 - 3.82m x 3.59m (12'6" x 11'9") - Another very generous double bedroom with views to the front and side aspect. Carpet, Radiator. UPVC double glazed windows.

Shower Room - Shower room comprising: Large shower, wash basin and toilet. Vinyl flooring. Radiator. Heated towel rail. UPVC double glazed window to the front aspect. Airing Cupboard with internal radiator.

Bedroom 4 - 3.50m x 2.54m (11'6" x 8'4") - A large single bedroom with views to the rear aspect. Carpet. Radiator. UPVC double glazed window. Door leading to the hallway.

Loft - An extensive boarded loft space lending itself to potential conversion, subject to planning. Fully insulated with Kingspan. Boiler. UPVC double glazed window to rear aspect. Solar panel connection for the East and South facing solar panels, producing an income of approx. £1400 per annum. Light.

Basement -

Workshop - A large traditional workshop. Large fireplace housing a working wood-burning stove. Stainless sink with drainer. Access to further storage.

Rain Water Retention - Storage for 4000 litres, pumped back into the house and also to a tap within the workshop. Gravity fed taps to gardens. Ideal for keeping the water bills low whilst maintaining the large, mature garden.

Outside -

Garage And Parking - Large double garage with timber framed doors, electricity and concrete floor, Timber-framed windows to the side and rear aspect. Parking for several cars. Light and power.

Gardens - A beautifully, established garden with an elevated patio, making the most of the south facing views. The garden boasts a variety of mature flowers, which bloom throughout the year. Tap fed from rain water butts.

Paddock - 0.5 acre paddock, gently leading down to Lairgill Beck . A number of fruit trees are situated within the paddock, along with a strawberry bed, soft fruits, rhubarb and 3 vegetable beds. Storage shed / Summer house.

Agent Notes - Fisher Hopper has not tested services, fixtures, fittings, central heating, gas and electrical systems. If in doubt, purchasers should seek professional advice. Items in these photographs may not be included in the sale of the property.
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