2 bedroom detached house

Stunning two-bedroom detached barn conversion in the desirable countryside location of Kirklinton.



With an abundance of history and character, Dunquakin is a stunning stone build barn conversion of a former Quaker Friends Meeting House. The building is Grade II listed and is made of red sandstone, and a slate roof and stands on the site of the original late 17th-century meeting house. The building combines character features both inside and out, along with a style and design that provides a stunning open-plan living area.  The property is set in a generous private plot with wrap around garden and adjoining paddock.  Around this are stunning views across rolling fields to the Lake District Mountains beyond.



Inside, Entrance Vestibule, Hall, Open plan sitting room, dining room and kitchen, sun room, ground floor bathroom, sauna, Cloakroom, toilet.  Mezzanine sleeping areas for 2 bedrooms, first-floor bathroom.



Outside, Paddock, gardens, patio, detached twin garage with the first floor. Parking, Summerhouse, Shed, Log Store.



The entrance hall takes you through to a breathtaking open-plan living space, with a clearly defined sitting area, dining area and kitchen.  Looking upwards, the vaulted ceiling reaches the full height of the property and displays beautiful solid oak beams, and these flow naturally with the galleried upper level. Arched windows overlook the rear garden area, with double doors opening onto a patio area. 



The kitchen is equipped with solid granite worktops, a grand Sandyford, AGA style cooker/boiler and a separate electric oven.  Integrated Fridge, Freezer and dishwasher, with plenty of cupboard space.  Beyond the kitchen is a cosy seating area with an inglenook fireplace and wood-burning stove.



The main bathroom is accessed from the hall, is fully tiled, and contains a corner bath, a separate walk-in shower cubicle, and Jack and Jill wash hand basins which are set in a vanity unit. There is a heated towel rail, toilet, and sauna.



A cloakroom, and toilet with washbasin, are available at ground floor level.



The staircase gives access to the mezzanine with sleeping accommodation.  There is room for 2 separate sleeping areas and plenty of wardrobe cupboards and cabinets for storage.  The current layout is an open plan, but interested parties may consider erecting dividing walls.



The first-floor bathroom has a bath, toilet, washbasin, bidet and heated towel rail, and has underfloor heating.



The total floor area of the house is 181.91m2 (1,958 ft2)



The property is approached along a tree-lined lane, through fields. The five-bar gate between stone pillars is electric and opens to a stone paved driveway and manicured lawns.  The twin garage has electric doors and there is space for parking for further vehicles.  The spiral staircase in the garage leads to a second floor which has the potential for a further bedroom, office or gymnasium.  This room is 27.73m2.



The summerhouse at the back is south-facing and provides another space from which to enjoy the stunning scenery.



The paddock is 0.85 acres and generally flat with well-marked boundaries.



The whole property covers 1.26 acres.



Private drainage to a septic tank.  Oil-fired Central Heating.



Tenure Freehold





Tenure: Freehold

Council Tax: E

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