3 bedroom house

A most exciting opportunity to acquire this characterful detached farmhouse set in half an acre of private manicured gardens, with separate 1.5 acre paddock (approx.) and extensive double storey barn providing scope for future conversion (subject to planning consent).

A most exciting opportunity to acquire this characterful detached farmhouse set in half an acre of private manicured gardens, with separate 1.5 acre paddock (approx.) and extensive double storey barn. Presented for sale with the benefit of no onward buying chain. Beck Brow is a fine 3 bedroom detached farmhouse boasting an enviable position in the pretty village of Wilton on the very fringe of the Lake District National Park and only a short drive to neighbouring employment centres, towns and excellent schools in nearby Egremont. The property is most likely to appeal to families, buyers with equestrian interests and those looking to relocate to the area with work or for a complete change of lifestyle. The barn offers various options for home working, craft use, storage and stabling. Subject to planning consent, it has potential for development into ancillary accommodation for dependent relatives or generating an income as self-catering holiday accommodation.

The farmhouse boasts many character features including impressive sandstone fireplaces and exposed ceiling timbers, and has been extended to create well appointed and flexible living accommodation. Briefly comprising lounge with beautiful sandstone fireplace housing a wood burning stove, shaker style kitchen, dining room with freestanding wood burning stove and beautiful countryside views, study, shower room and a recently added garden room, which provides a fantastic entertaining space with double patio doors opening out onto the formal gardens to the rear. To the first floor there are 3 double bedrooms and four piece family bathroom. 

Externally, there is a large private courtyard which provides parking for multiple vehicles, in addition to 2 car ports and useful outhouse. The formal gardens, which lie to the rear of the property, have been beautifully landscaped and are well stocked with a wide variety of flowers and shrubbery. Extending down to the stream, there is a delightful summerhouse positioned to take full advantage of this, as well as a separate wooden cabin, extensive sections of lawn and various seating areas. The stream separates the gardens from the 1.5 acre paddock, which is included in the sale and can be accessed via a gate down the lane which runs alongside Beck Brow. Opportunities of this nature in the area are rarely available on the open market, early inspection is therefore essential in order to avoid disappointment. 

The village of Wilton lies some two miles east of Egremont, close to the border of the Lake District National Park and is less than eight miles from the St Bees Heritage Coast. Whitehaven, 10 miles distant, is an interesting port town with some exceptional architecture, and Cockermouth, having strong associations with Wordsworth, is a little further afield. All of the western valleys of the Lake District National Park are within easy reach together with the beautiful lakes and mountains of Ennerdale and Wastwater.

Mains electricity, gas and water. Fully compliant water treatment plant recently inspected by Unblock Cumbria Limited.  Mixture of wood burning stoves and gas-fired central heating. Double glazing installed throughout. Telephone and broadband connections installed subject to BT regulations. Please note the mention of any appliances/services within these particulars does not imply that they are in full and efficient working order.

Travelling South from Whitehaven follow signs for Egremont and turn left at the third roundabout signposted for Haile, and then immediately left on to the Wilton Road and continue in to the village. Turn left after the red postbox set into a farmhouse wall, continue towards the end of the lane, turning right into Beck Brow yard before the large barn.

GROUND FLOOR

Study / Home Office
3.92m x 2.54m (12' 10" x 8' 4") The property is accessed via a door leading into the study / office featuring a gas fire set within a sandstone surround, tiled flooring, radiator and doorway to inner hallway.

Inner Hallway
With original sandstone staircase leading to first floor. Doors to accommodation and to ground floor shower room.

Ground Floor Shower Room
1.57m x 2.13m (5' 2" x 7' 0") Fitted with a three piece suite comprising step-in shower cubicle with mains shower and tiled walls, low level WC and wash hand basin. Radiator.

Garden Room
3.94m x 5.06m (12' 11" x 16' 7") Featuring double patio doors overlooking the formal gardens to the rear. Front and side aspect windows. Built-in storage cupboard, tiled flooring and radiator.

Formal Lounge
4.68m x 4.08m (15' 4" x 13' 5") Dual aspect windows to the front and side elevations. Original sandstone fireplace with wood burning stove, exposed sandstone to walls and exposed beams. Radiator.

Kitchen
2.83m x 3.19m (9' 3" x 10' 6") Fitted with shaker-style wall and base units and complementary work surfacing incorporating 1.5 bowl stainless steel sink and drainer. Space for oven. Radiator. Rear aspect window overlooking the gardens. Exposed timbers. Space for a dining table. Access to the dining room.

Dining Room
4.1m x 3.61m (13' 5" x 11' 10") Dual aspect windows to front and side elevations offering open countryside views. Freestanding wood burning stove, tiled flooring, radiator. Access into utility room.

Utility Room
3.07m x 1.5m (10' 1" x 4' 11") Plumbing for washing machine, space for fridge and door leading out to the gardens.

FIRST FLOOR

First Floor Landing
The sandstone staircase leads to a half landing with window and further sandstone steps leading to the first floor landing with doors to all first floor rooms.

Family Bathroom
2.83m x 2.06m (9' 3" x 6' 9") Fitted with a four piece suite comprising wood panelled bath, WC, bidet and wash hand basin. Radiator, window, part wood panelling to walls.

Bedroom 1
3.96m x 2.33m (13' 0" x 7' 8") A double bedroom with two built-in alcove cupboards. Radiator.

Bedroom 2
4.74m x 3.95m (15' 7" x 13' 0") A dual aspect double bedroom with windows to the front and side elevations. Exposed ceiling timbers and built-in wardrobes to one wall. Radiator.

Bedroom 3
2.84m x 3.28m (9' 4" x 10' 9") A rear aspect double bedroom overlooking the gardens. Exposed ceiling timbers and radiator.

EXTERNALLY

Courtyard, Parking and Outbuildings
Private access leads on to the property with a courtyard area to the front providing ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles and includes two car ports in addition to a useful outhouse.

Large Barn
Situated opposite the property is a two storey extensive barn. With power and lighting throughout.

GROUND FLOOR:-
Room 1 with steps to upper level - 5.79m x 3.73m (19' 0" x 12' 3")
Room 2 - 5.79m x 5.28m (19' 0" x 17' 4")
Room 3 stable with double doors - 5.0m x 3.0m (16' 5" x 9' 10")
Room 4 - 6.0m x 3.0m (19' 8" x 9' 10")
External lean-to wood store

FIRST FLOOR:-
Room 1 - 5.66m x 6.76m (18' 7" x 22' 2")
Room 2 - 5.66m x 2.13m (18' 7" x 7' 0")
Room 3 - 5.73m x 4.23m (18' 10" x 13' 11")
Room 4 - 5.82m x 3.76m (19' 1" x 12' 4")

Main Gardens
The property's grounds are large, extending around the side and rear of the house with formal gardens measuring approximately 0.5 acres, including several large sections of lawn, a choice of seating areas and a wide variety of wild flowers and mature shrubs. A pathway leads down to the stream which borders the property, with a delightful summer house and further seating area. On the other side of the stream is a paddock of approximately 1.5 acres which can be accessed from a lane running alongside Beck Brow via a gate.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Referrals and Other Payments
PFK work with preferred providers for the delivery of certain services necessary for a house sale or purchase. Our providers price their products competitively, however you are under no obligation to use their services and may wish to compare them against other providers. Should you choose to utilise them PFK will receive a referral fee: Napthens, Bendles LLP, Scott Duff & Co Property Lawyers/Conveyancing Service - completion of a sale or purchase, PFK will receive a referral fee of £120 to £180 per transaction; Pollard & Scott/Independent Mortgage Advisors – arrangement of mortgage & other products/insurances, PFK will receive a referral fee - the average fee earned in 2020 was £210.54; Patrick James Solutions - PFK will receive a fee of £150 per mortgage referral; ETSOS/EPC and Floorplan Providers - EPC and floorplan £66.00, EPC only £24.00, floorplan only £6.00. Mitchells Co Ltd will pay PFK £50 for each property contents referral successfully processed (worth £300 or more in revenue) together with a 5% introduction commission on the hammer price of any goods sold by Mitchells from that referral. All figures quoted are inclusive of VAT.

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