* Freehold
* Handsome Cumbrian Property
* Detached Studio
* Garaging & Outbuildings
* Beautiful Gardens
* Two Paddocks
* Around 1. 08 Acres in All
* Countryside Surroundings
Accommodation in Brief
Ground Floor
Entrance Vestibule | Hall | Sitting Room | Study | Dining Room | Open Plan
Kitchen & Garden Room | Utility Room | WC
First Floor
Bedroom with En - suite Shower Room | Four Further Bedrooms | Family Bathroom
Second Floor
Three Generous Loft Rooms
Externally
Detached Studio | Driveway & Parking | Double Garage with Workshop | Single
Garage | Stables | Tack Room | Formal Gardens | Orchard Garden | Two Paddocks
of Around 0. 73 Acres | 1. 08 Acres in All
The Property
Dubcroft is a lovely double fronted detached property built in beautiful
traditional Cumbrian style and occupying a generous plot of around 1. 08 acres
in all. In addition to the main house, the property incorporates gorgeous
gardens and a fine range of outbuildings including a detached studio and
garaging. Stables and a tack room combine with two excellent paddocks to offer
a fabulous compact equestrian set up, with far - reaching views stretching away
over attractive countryside.
The front door opens to a vestibule with fully glazed inner door and side
panels, linking onwards to the bright and welcoming hall. To one side is the
generously proportioned sitting room with a dual aspect including patio doors
to the south elevation bringing lots of natural light. A feature fireplace
with marble surround and hearth acts as a central focal point, and glazed
double doors open to the adjoining study. This is a great place to work from
home. Across the hall is the dining room with more formal entertaining space
and a charming serving hatch that connects to the kitchen.
The open plan kitchen and garden room is a wonderful place to cook, dine and
entertain. The kitchen area is fitted with an abundance of cabinetry with
pretty decorative tiling and a grand aga. The kitchen flows into dining area
and onwards into the garden room with wrap around glazing and a vaulted
ceiling supported by handsome exposed beams. Relaxing views look over the rear
gardens, and French doors step out to the patio. A large utility room serves
the kitchen with additional sink, storage and space for white goods along with
external access. A useful WC completes the ground floor accommodation.
The spindled staircase rises to a half landing bathed in light from a tall
arched window, then continues to the first floor landing. There are four
double bedrooms and a small single arranged across the first floor, all
finished in elegant and relaxing style. Two of the bedrooms feature extensive
fitted storage, while another benefits from an en - suite shower. The family
bathroom suite comprises bath, wash hand basin set in a vanity unit, WC and
heated towel rail.
A spiral staircase from the landing leads up to the second floor and another
three rooms of impressive size. These rooms provide vast storage space and
could be used to extend the living accommodation, subject to securing the
necessary planning consents.
Standing detached from the house is the substantial studio building.
Thoughtfully constructed to blend with the appearance of the main house, the
studio is incredibly versatile. The vaulted ceiling soars above an open room
with practical floor tiling. This is a delightful craft or hobby room, and
could offer home working space that keeps work and family life firmly apart.
Externally
Dubcroft is approached onto a gated and gravelled driveway with parking for
numerous vehicles. Yet more parking is provided by a double garage with
workshop to the rear and another single garage. Both garages have electric
doors. The garaging forms part of the fabulous range of outbuildings, along
with three stable bays and a tack room.
To the front of the house is a productive orchard garden. To the rear there
are superbly maintained formal gardens with manicured lawns, patio, pond,
raised planting beds and a lovely pergola walkway that adds form and
character. The gardens are enclosed by well - kept hedging and stone wall
boundaries.
Two paddocks extend to around 0. 73 acres in all, again beautifully maintained
and well - fenced. There is roadside access and the paddocks will appeal greatly
to all equestrian enthusiasts looking for a fabuluous manageable set up.
Local Information
The property sits amongst beautiful Cumbrian countryside with easy access to
the northern fells of the Lake District National Park. The popular village of
Dalston is nearby and offers a full range of everyday amenities. Other nearby
villages include charming Caldbeck and Hesket Newmarket. From the doorstep
there is a delightful array of footpaths and bridleways through stunning
countryside, along the River Caldew and then onwards into The Lake District,
where a host of activities and water sports await.
The regional capital of Carlisle is within easy reach and offers an excellent
range of social, leisure and retail opportunities, along with an impressive
cathedral and castle. In the opposite direction lies the historic market town
of Penrith, whilst Wigton is in a westerly direction. The property is also
well - located for easy access to the Lake District National Park, the lovely
west coast of Cumbria and the Scottish Borders.
For primary education there is a primary school in Dalston and other village
schools in nearby Raughton Head, Ivegill, Caldbeck and Rosley, or for
independent schools, there is Hunter Hall in Penrith and Lime House for
children from the age of 7 to 18 years. Secondary education is provided in
Dalston at Caldew School or at the highly - regarded Queen Elizabeth Grammar
School in Penrith or Nelson Thomlinson in Wigton. Further independent
schooling is available at Lime House School located in between Raughton Head
and Dalston and Austin Friars in Carlisle, which provides co - educational
schooling from 3 - 18 years.
For the commuter junctions 41 and 42 of the M6 are within easy reach for
travel south and north. The road network provides excellent links to Wigton
and West Cumberland.
West Coast mainline rail services are available at Penrith and Carlisle
providing fast and frequent services to London Euston in just over three
hours, Manchester (including direct trains into Manchester International
Airport) in less than two hours, and Glasgow and Edinburgh in just over an
hour. The railway station at Dalston provides local services to west Cumbria
and Carlisle.
Approximate Mileages
Dalston 3. 3 miles | Junction 42 M6 7. 4 miles | Junction 41 M6 13. 3 miles |
Carlisle City Centre 8. 2 miles | Penrith 18. 5 miles | Keswick 21. 5 miles
Services
Mains electricity and water. Oil - fired central heating. Lpg. Private drainage
to septic tank. Solar panels.
Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way
The property is being sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements and
rights of way, whether or not specified within the sales particulars.
Agents Note to Purchasers
We strive to ensure all property details are accurate, however, they are not
to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact and do not
constitute or form part of an offer or any contract. All measurements and
floor plans have been prepared as a guide only. All services, systems and
appliances listed in the details have not been tested by us and no guarantee
is given to their operating ability or efficiency. Please be advised that some
information may be awaiting vendor approval.
Submitting an Offer
Please note that all offers will require financial verification including
mortgage agreement in principle, proof of deposit funds, proof of available
cash and full chain details including selling agents and solicitors down the
chain. To comply with Money Laundering Regulations, we require proof of
identification from all buyers before acceptance letters are sent and
solicitors can be instructed.

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