4 bedroom detached house for sale

Sellet Lodge is a charming detached Victorian property situated on the outskirts of the village of Stainton, approximately four miles south-east of the market town of Kendal. Located just off the A65, the property offers convenient access to Junction 36 of the M6 motorway. Set in an idyllic and peaceful rural position, it is surrounded by open countryside while remaining well connected, with Oxenholme mainline railway station-providing direct links to London Euston, Manchester and Glasgow-only a short drive away. Kendal's excellent range of shops, supermarkets, restaurants and transport links are also close by, as are both the Lake District National Park and the Yorkshire Dales.

Lovingly owned by the current vendors for over 40 years, the property now requires modernisation but offers fantastic potential. Set within approximately 6.4 acres, Sellet Lodge benefits from off-road parking, a detached garage, front and rear gardens, a tennis court, and a large field, making it ideal for those seeking space, privacy or smallholding opportunities.

Upon entering the property, you are welcomed into a spacious entrance hall featuring an attractive archway, a staircase to the first floor, and access to the main living areas. On the right, you'll find a handy cloakroom, complete with storage for coats and shoes, a wash hand basin and access to a WC. From the hall, there is a generous study enjoying a pleasant outlook across open countryside and fields, along with built-in storage. Further along is the dining room, an excellent space for entertaining while enjoying the far-reaching views.

The living room is a bright and spacious reception room with three windows, all taking full advantage of the surrounding countryside views. The room features an attractive open fireplace with a tiled inset and a built-in cupboard. An inner hall provides access to a walk in pantry, external access and leads down to the cellar, where a staircase descends to four rooms offering excellent storage and utility space.

The kitchen is fitted with base units and worktops incorporating an inset sink and drainer and houses an oil-fired Rayburn, with space for an under-counter fridge. A door leads through to the sitting room, another generous reception room featuring glazed door opening onto a balcony with glass panels, offering uninterrupted panoramic views.

The first-floor landing provides access to four bedrooms, the house bathroom and a separate shower room, along with access to the loft space and a useful linen cupboard. The principal bedroom is a spacious double room with views across the tennis court and countryside and benefits from built-in storage. Bedroom two is another generous double room enjoying similar views and built-in storage. Bedroom three is a double room with an alcove featuring shelving and cupboard space, as well as a wash hand basin, while bedroom four is a well-proportioned room enjoying open countryside views.

The house bathroom is fitted with a three-piece suite comprising a panelled bath with shower over, wash hand basin and WC, with an airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder and shelving. A separate shower room includes a shower cubicle with electric shower, vanity unit with wash hand basin, WC and a heated towel rail.

Externally, the property benefits from off-road parking, a detached garage and a front lawn with hedge borders, mature trees, and shrubs. To the side is a tennis court leading down to additional lawned areas and into the tiered rear garden, which features patio seating areas, mature planting, hedge borders and steps leading up to the balcony. The property also includes a U-shaped field, ideal for those interested in keeping livestock or creating a smallholding. Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the size of the plot, the setting, and the potential this unique property offers.

Accommodation with approximate dimensions:

Ground Floor

Entrance Hall

Boot Room

Cloakroom

Study 10' 1" x 9' 10" (3.08m x 3.01m)

Dining Room 14' 11" x 13' 1" (4.57m x 3.99m)

Living Room 30' 7" x 11' 11" (9.33m x 3.64m)

Kitchen 12' 6" x 12' 10" (3.83m x 3.93m)

Sitting Room 12' 9" x 14' 10" (3.90m x 4.54m)

Lower Ground Floor

Cellar 25' 10" x 19' 8" (7.89m x 6m)

First Floor

Landing

Bedroom One 14' 11" x 13' 1" (4.56m x 3.99m)

Bedroom Two 14' 10" x 12' 0" (4.54m x 3.68m)

Bedroom Three 13' 5" x 11' 1" (4.09m x 3.38m)

Bedroom Four 10' 0" x 9' 11" (3.07m x 3.04m)

Bathroom 7' 2" x 12' 11" (2.19m x 3.96m)

Shower Room

Detached Garage

Parking: Off road parking

Property Information:

Tenure: Freehold.

Council Tax: Westmorland and Furness Council - Band G.

Services: Mains electricity, oil fired Rayburn, electric storage heating and septic tank drainage.

Energy performance certifcate: The full Energy Performance Certificate is available on our website and also at any of our offices.

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The property is situated on the outskirts of the village of Stainton, approximately four miles south-east of the market town of Kendal, along the A65 towards Endmoor. Turn right at the first junction after the Punch Bowl at Barrow Green into Shyreakes Lane. At the end of the lane, turn right. After passing St Thomas' Church, take the left-hand turning signposted past Crosscrake School. Continue for approximately 0.9 miles, where Sellet Lodge can be found on the right-hand side.

Viewings: Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh.

Anti Money Laundering Regulations: Please note that when an offer is accepted on a property, we must follow government legislation and carry out identification checks on all buyers under the Anti-Money Laundering Regulations (AML). We use a specialist third-party company to carry out these checks at a charge of £42.67 (inc. VAT) per individual or £36.19 (incl. vat) per individual, if more than one person is involved in the purchase (provided all individuals pay in one transaction). The charge is non-refundable, and you will be unable to proceed with the purchase of the property until these checks have been completed. In the event the property is being purchased in the name of a company, the charge will be £120 (incl. vat).

Disclaimer: All permits to view and particulars are issued on the understanding that negotiations are conducted through the agency of Messrs. Hackney & Leigh Ltd. Properties for sale by private treaty are offered subject to contract. No responsibility can be accepted for any loss or expense incurred in viewing or in the event of a property being sold, let, or withdrawn. Please contact us to confirm availability prior to travel. These particulars have been prepared for the guidance of intending buyers. No guarantee of their accuracy is given, nor do they form part of a contract. *Broadband speeds estimated and checked by on 05/01/2026.

Agent Note: Please note that due to updated regulations for septic tanks and private drainage facilities, interested parties may wish to seek independent advice on the installation.

Please note that the property and the surrounding land are held on separate titles, however they are to be sold together as one combined sale.