Dial Barn is a characterful barn conversion, which along with the separate outbuilding, once lovingly updated will create a rare and enchanting home.

The reception accommodation in the property is currently across both the first and second floor, allowing the fantastic views of the local fells to be enjoyed from the large upstairs sitting room. This fantastic entertaining space has a wood burning stove and vaulted ceiling along with original beams and windows on every aspect. A mezzanine over the central hallway leads to a good-sized bathroom and a double bedroom. The family bathroom has a bath, sink and toilet. Downstairs the large hallway doubles as a snug area and dining area. There are two further good-sized bedrooms, one being presently used as an office. The kitchen/diner has a gas fired Aga, base units along with a dining area. There is a handy utility and boot room at the entrance of the property along with a shower room, with toilet and sink.

Externally

The property is approached down a private lane, with plenty of parking for multiple vehicles. Set on a generous plot with large private rear garden with lawns, mature shrubs and a walled patio terrace which is ideal for alfresco dining. A separate large stone barn/garage with electricity and drainage/water provides plenty of extra storage space and utilities area with space for a tumble dryer and washing machine. The barn is partially boarded to provide a second floor. This outbuilding could be converted to a holiday home, annex or used as a children’s games area.

The garden to the side of the property is very sheltered and private with mature planting and areas to sit and enjoy the views and space. A small summerhouse with power sits in the middle of the garden creating a tranquil and peaceful spot to relax.

Location

Dial Barn is located in the picturesque conservation village of Great Asby. This desirable Cumbrian village is in the Westmorland Dales, which is located in the north of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and is within easy reach of the Lake District and national transport links.

Great Asby is a picturesque Westmorland Dales village set around the banks of Asby Gill. The village has a primary school, pub, playground, village hall which hosts a variety of clubs. It is around five miles from the town of Appleby, with further amenities and Carlisle-Settle line train station.

The village is in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, on the edge of Great Asby Scar National Nature Reserve and is ideal for walkers having easy access onto the Howgills, where there are an abundance of local walks. Great Asby is well situated mid-way between the Lake District and North Pennine AONB, with the A66 and M6 both within easy reach.

Services

Mains electricity, water and drainage
Gas central heating and Aga

The property is in a conservation area

Council Tax band: E

Getting to Dial Barn
From Penrith take the A66 towards Appleby. Exit the A66 for Appleby. Go through the town and take the right turning over the bridge. Continue up Boroughgate following the main road out of town for a further mile. At the brow of the hill take the left hand fork signposted Ormside and Soulby, turning right after 1.5 miles for Great Asby. On entering Great Asby, with the river on your left hand side, Dial Barn is opposite the Church down a small lane.