4 bedroom house

Accommodation in Brief

Ground Floor

Entrance Hall | Bedroom with Walk-in Wardrobe | Bedroom with En-suite WC | Third Bedroom | Shower Room | Utility Room | Store Room | Plant Room | Rear Lobby

First Floor

Open Plan Sitting Room/Dining Room/Kitchen | Pantry | Balcony

Second Floor

Principal Bedroom with En-suite Bathroom & Walk-in Wardrobes | Store Room

Gardens | Shed | Parking

The Property

Gehawian is a beautiful Lakeland property occupying a wonderful position in the north of the Lake District National Park. Situated in a quiet location with stunning surroundings, the property benefits from views down the valley, and over the Solway Firth to Criffel in south west Scotland. Gehawian was converted in 2015 to create a spacious and contemporary stone-built barn conversion with accommodation arranged over three floors. The property is immaculately presented and has been sympathetically renovated and updated to provide relaxing accommodation with a wealth of character. An air source heat pump provides underfloor heating on all floors.

The ground floor entrance hall features natural travertine tiling and has access to three double bedrooms, one with an en-suite WC and another with a walk-in wardrobe. Currently one of these bedrooms is used as a home office with an inspiring outlook. The bedrooms are served by a shower room with elegant tiling and a modern suite. A utility room to the ground floor adds convenience and practicality and there is also a large racked store room and a plant room/boot room. The flagged rear entrance with exposed stonework leads to the courtyard.

The impressive oak staircase with turned metal spindles rises to the first floor and the living accommodation which has been thoughtfully positioned to make the most of the wonderful views. This open plan sitting room, dining room and kitchen is a perfect fit for modern requirements. Engineered oak flooring runs throughout the space and the windows flood the area with light whilst also framing the magnificent surroundings. There are well-defined areas for relaxing dining and cooking, but with a natural flow that creates a welcoming atmosphere. The sitting area has an electric flame effect fire whilst the kitchen is stylish and contemporary with a fine range of units with granite work surfaces, double Belfast sink, electric range cooker, dishwasher and space for a large fridge freezer. The kitchen is further served by the pantry with space for an undercounter fridge and freezer. Sliding glass doors lead from the rear to the fantastic flagstone balcony with sweeping space for outdoor dining, relaxing or entertaining. Steps from the balcony lead on to the rear gardens.

The second floor is accessed via a second staircase and features the stunning principal bedroom suite with gorgeous décor and Velux windows for a light airy feel. There are “his & hers” walk-in wardrobes and cleverly designed storage drawers. The en-suite bathroom comprises bath, walk-in rainfall shower, wash hand basin, WC and heated towel rail along with a linen cupboard. Porcelain tiling and granite surrounds add a further touch of quality.

Externally

To the front of the property is a sweeping gravelled area with ample parking for a number of vehicles. A raised lawn area with shrub borders adds colour. The main gardens are positioned to the rear, where a private and sunny courtyard garden features a mix of gravel and flagstones with box hedging and espalier apple trees. The balcony is accessed from this courtyard garden. Steps lead to the south-facing lawned garden with shrubs and herbaceous borders. The gardens are very well maintained and truly beautiful.

There may be the opportunity to purchase an additional piece of land to build a garage/store, subject to separate negotiation.

Agents Note

Gehawian is subject to a Local Occupancy Restriction. Please contact Finest Properties for details.

Local Information

Augertree is a peaceful hamlet situated to the very north of the Lake District National Park and close to Skiddaw, Bassenthwaite and the Uldale Fells. For the outdoor enthusiast the property is ideally placed for fell walking, climbing and cycling, with water sports and boat trips close by.

The nearby villages of Ireby and Uldale provide pubs, a gallery and a tearoom, whilst Caldbeck, Hesket Newmarket and Bassenthwaite offer a range of facilites. To the south is Keswick, with a thriving community and a range of local amenities including a variety of shops, supermarkets, cafes and public houses, together with hotels, banks, garages, library, doctor and dentist surgeries and a market twice a week. Also nearby is the modern leisure complex, gymnasium and spa at Armathwaite Hall and many different country pursuits to take part in.

The regional centre of Carlisle is within easy reach and provides further comprehensive cultural, educational, recreational and shopping facilities.

For the commuter the M6 is within easy reach for onward travel north and south. Main line rail services are available at both Penrith and Carlisle which provide fast and frequent services to London in the south and to Glasgow in the north. The rail station at Carlisle provides regular connecting services east to Newcastle.

Approximate Mileages

Hesket Newmarket 6.8 miles | Keswick 12.5 miles | M6 J41 17.2 miles | Carlisle 18.3 miles | Penrith 23.3 miles