If you had to dream up a perfect farmhouse it would probably look something like this.
Claybottom Farm is a magnificent whitewashed Lakeland residence with equestrian facilities, 12 acres of land, outbuildings, beautiful grounds and superb fellside views.
The accommodation includes three reception rooms, two luxurious bathrooms and four double bedrooms.
The farm is located in the northern Lake District National Park in the hamlet of Nether Row, near to the villages of Caldbeck and Hesket Newmarket.
The farmhouse is thought to date from the 17th Century and has been beautifully renovated and modernised, with many period features retained.
There is underfloor heating across the ground floor apart from the sitting room, which has the original stone flagged floor, and a glazed extension offers panoramic views.
A large detached traditional stone two storey barn serves as a well-equipped stable block with stores, tack room and two timber stables with rubber matting to the rear.
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The well managed 12 acres of land on three sides of the farmhouse includes a stream providing a natural water source and footpath giving direct access onto Caldbeck Fells.
The landscaped grounds feature cottage style borders, a large kitchen garden and orangery.
After a long day riding, hiking or biking on the fells, you can relax and dine on the south west facing garden terraces.
Caldbeck and Hesket Newmarket are just two miles away and between them boast a school, shops, cafes, pubs, a GP surgery and a post office/petrol station.
The farm is located midway between Keswick, Penrith and the historic border city of Carlisle, making it an excellent base for exploring North Cumbria.
