5 bedroom detached house

Longbank is a beautiful, large five bedroom detached family home which sits in an elevated position overlooking the Eden Valley and Pennine Fells close to Penrith and the village of Lazonby. The property lends itself to a variety of potential layouts and uses, whether that be multi-generational living or as a holiday rental the property is well appointed to serve many purposes. Beautifully presented with a mix of traditional features including wooden floors and original beams along with a contemporary kitchen and bathrooms.

Sitting in a generous plot with large, gated driveway the property enjoys fabulous views across the countryside to the Pennine Fells. With garden to the front and side along with a patio area and large balcony terrace off the master bedroom both of which enjoy the elevated views.

Property

• Entrance hall with wooden floor
  
• Large light lounge with wood burning stove and window, light bright space, oak wooden floor and two recess areas either side of the fireplace with beam features. Original beams adding character to the room.
  
• Fabulous bespoke Thwaite Holme kitchen with space for entertaining and dining area, cream wall and floor units, large island with granite worksurfaces and integrated appliances. Large Rangemaster, underfloor heating and granite floor tiles. Room off the kitchen which is plumbed for a toilet and sink, could be used as a pantry or useful storage area, or converted back into downstairs bathroom.
  
• Utility with matching wall and base units to kitchen cabinetry. Plumbed for washing machine and tumble dryer, Belfast sink. Back hallway with Thwaite Holme cupboards with useful storage and access out to back garden. This door provides a separate access to the property and an upstairs bedroom which could be separated off as an annexe.
  
• Upstairs to a large bedroom with dual aspect windows and walk-in wardrobe with bespoke built in Thwaite Holme cupboards. Ensuite with bath, toilet and double sink.
  
• Sitting room/snug with dual aspect windows and views over the countryside, space for plenty of seating this could also be used as a handy playroom off the kitchen or a dining room.
  
• Steps down to a converted garage which is currently used as an immaculate dog room with double doors out to the garden, this room could be used for a variety of purposes.
  
• Upstairs from entrance hall, large family bathroom with free standing bath, towel rail and sink, tiled floors and walls.
  
• First double bedroom with built in wardrobes and Velux window and wooden floors. Door leading through to annexe area.
  
• Second bedroom which could also be used as an office or single room with big window and wooden floors
  
• Third bedroom, double with window and wooden floor.
• Master suite with original beams and doors out to a large balcony which has plenty of space to sit and enjoy the spectacular views over the surrounding countryside

Externally

The property benefits from a gated driveway and ample parking for multiple vehicles. There is access all the way round the property and a small garden to the front. A grass lawn to the side of the property with mature trees and a patio area offers a sheltered area for alfresco dining and opportunity to take in the elevated views of the surrounding area.

Location

The property sits in the hamlet of Maidenhill which is approximately two miles from Penrith. There are excellent transport links to both Penrith and the surrounding Eden Valley villages of Lazonby and Great Salkeld. Both villages have thriving communities with Lazonby benefitting from school, shop and a railway station.

The bustling market town of Penrith benefits from a number of excellent secondary schools, supermarkets and shops. There is also a railway station on the main West Coast Main Line getting you to London in just over three hours. Penrith is also excellently placed on the M6 giving you access to the North and South of the country and major cities.

Services

Mains water and electricity
Septic tank
Oil central heating servicing radiators

EPC & Council Tax Band
EPC - E Council Tax Band - D