2 bedroom house

Accommodation in Brief

Entrance Vestibule | Hall | Open Plan Sitting Room, Dining Room & Kitchen | Sun Room | Ground Floor Bathroom | Sauna | Cloakroom/WC | Mezzanine Sleeping Area with Two Bedrooms | First Floor Bathroom



Paddock | Gardens | Patio | Detached Twin Garage with First Floor Room | Parking | Summerhouse | Shed | Log Store



The Property

Dunquakin is a truly unique property developed from a striking conversion of a former Quaker Friend's Meeting House. This Grade II Listed building is dated from 1736 on the site of an original late 17th century Meeting House, with red sandstone ashlar construction beneath a slate roof. Dunquakin is host to a wealth of character features both internally and externally, yet has been thoughtfully converted to offer stunning open plan modern living. The current property occupies a generous and peaceful plot with panoramic gardens and an adjoining paddock all tucked away amongst glorious countryside surroundings.



The entrance vestibule leads to the hall then onwards to the spectacular open plan living space. This breathtaking space incorporates well-defined sitting and dining areas along with the kitchen. The vaulted ceiling reaches to the full height of the property beyond the galleried upper level and elegant exposed beams draw the eye. Arched windows overlook the rear gardens and countryside beyond and double doors lead out to the patio. The main sitting area is to one end then a natural flow leads on to the dining area and a cosy secondary seating area with a woodburning stove set in a feature inglenook. The kitchen is fitted with fine range of units with complementary granite work surfaces and matching tiling. A grand AGA style cooker/boiler is the centrepiece of the kitchen and there is also a Rangemaster electric oven. Off the living space is the inviting sun room, with glazing to three sides, vaulted ceiling, underfloor heating and glorious open views.



Adjoining the main hall is a substantial fully tiled bathroom with corner bath, separate walk-in shower, Jack & Jill wash handbasins set in a vanity unit, heated towel rail and WC. In addition, a sauna provides comfort and relaxation after a day exploring the surroundings. A useful cloakroom/WC completes the ground floor accommodation.



A bespoke staircase rises from the living area to the mezzanine with the sleeping accommodation. The characterful beams of Dunquakin have been incorporated throughout this space creating a key feature of the property. There is room for two separate sleeping areas and ample storage at either end and further space across the mezzanine. The current layout is open plan, but interested parties may consider erecting dividing walls. The sleeping accommodation is served by a first floor bathroom with underfloor heating and suite comprising bath, wash hand basin, heated towel rail, WC and bidet. The total floor area of the house extends to approximately 181.91m² (1,958 ft²).



Externally

Dunquakin is approached along a quiet lane dotted with trees to either side and open fields beyond. A lovely stone work driveway leads from the pillared entrance with electric gates through manicured lawns to the front of the house. To one side is the impressive detached twin garage with electrically operated doors and there is ample space for parking further vehicles. A spiral staircase in the garage leads up to a substantial first floor room which offers a potential home office or gymnasium. This room offers approximately 27.73m² (298 ft²) of additional floor space. Adjoining the garage is a large shed with a traditional log store to the side.



To the rear is a patio area and more sweeping lawns looking across the countryside. The summerhouse is positioned to make the most of the outlook and offers comfort throughout the year.



The paddock extends to around 0.85 acres and is beautifully maintained with excellent level ground and well-marked boundaries. In all the property extends to around 1.26 acres.



Local Information

Dunquakin is located north of Carlisle and east of Longtown with easy access to the M6, Scotland, the Solway Coast, the Lake District National Park and only a short distance from the course of Hadrian's Wall. The surrounding countryside offers excellent walks and outdoor opportunities. Carlisle is within easy reach and offers a comprehensive range of social, leisure, retail and cultural opportunities with an attractive pedestrian area and an impressive cathedral and castle. For day to day amenities, the towns of Brampton and Longtown are also close by, along with a variety of picturesque countryside villages including Hethersgill and Kirklinton.



For schooling, there are several primary and secondary schools all within easy reach, whilst private schooling is offered at Austin Friars School in Carlisle.



The property is well positioned for access to surrounding villages and the M6 for onward travel north and south, while the A69 provides easy access to Newcastle in the east. There is a rail station in Carlisle providing excellent main line services to major UK cities north and south, whilst Brampton Rail Station links east and west. Carlisle Lake District Airport with free parking currently provides flights to Belfast, Dublin and London Southend.



Approximate Mileages

Longtown 6.3 miles | Carlisle Lake District Airport 7.2 miles | M6 J44 7.5 miles | Brampton 9.2 miles | Carlisle City Centre 10.5 miles | Gretna Green 10.6 miles | Newcastle International Airport 53.8 miles

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