5 bedroom detached house for sale

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OVERVIEW
Elegant, refined and stylish, just three words that perfectly describe Leasghyll Brow. Lovingly updated by the current owners, this detached Gentleman’s Residence is perfect for modern day family living with nods to the past retained and ample space for everyone. The ground floor flows from a central hallway with two reception spaces and a well fitted dining kitchen. Moving to the first floor are four bedrooms, an ensuite and family bathroom - all with breathtaking, open countryside views. The gardens have also been restored, planted with lavenders and purple hues which combine beautifully with the stone exterior of the property. There are numerous terraces, seating areas and sweeping lawns from which to admire views towards the coastline, Lyth Valley and sunset over Whitbarrow Scar. The sweeping driveway and turning space leads around to the rear of the property to the sheltered patio area giving the option of alfresco dining all year round. Buyers looking for a (truncated)

ACCOMMODATION
Setting the tone for the house with tasteful decor, the welcoming hallway has character in abundance, pitch pine doors, a radiator and two ceiling lights. Natural light floods in from the window on the stairs and the period glazed front door.

SITTING ROOM
13' 0" x 26' 7" (3.97m x 8.11m) An impressive sized room with French doors, fitted with plantation shutters, leading to a terrace at the side. The window to the front has lovely views over the garden towards Whitbarrow and feature retained leaded panes. A white fire surround with marble inset, hearth and brass fender provides a focal point and there is a period cupboard adjacent to the fireplace. Two ceiling lights and two radiators. The perfect room for entertaining any time of year.

LIVING ROOM
13' 4" x 12' 9" (4.07m x 3.88m) Decorated in darker tones, the living room has a cosy more intimate feel, enhanced by the woodburner. The window overlooks the front garden and has retained leaded panes. Radiator and a ceiling light.

CLOAKROOM/WC
Fitted with a concealed cistern WC and basin set to a marble top. Heated towel rail, a ceiling light and extractor. Limestone flagged floor and co-ordinating wall tiles.

FAMILY DINING KITCHEN
15' 3" x 17' 10" (4.64m x 5.43m) max Reconfigured by the current owners, this family dining kitchen is fitted with oak base units, white quartz worktops and upstands and a central island with breakfast bar. Gas fired Aga with two ovens and two hotplates, a Neff induction hob with cooker hood above and a Neff electric oven. Integrated dishwasher, fridge and freezer. Limestone flagged floor, downlights and cafe lighting above the breakfast bar. A lovely social space with views across to open fields. Leading from the kitchen area is a shelved walk in pantry with continuing flagged floor, sensor light and hanging space for coats.

REAR PORCH
13' 5" x 4' 7" (4.09m x 1.39m) A useful addition to the property with practical quarry tiled floor and exposed stone walls. Wall mounted gas fired Ideal boiler, a wall light and plumbing for a washing machine. Glazed to three sides.

STAIRS AND LANDING
A light filled landing with period doors to the four bedrooms, family bathroom and walk in linen cupboard. The pitch pine banister and spindles have been retained and there are two ceiling lights and a radiator. Accessed from the linen cupboard via a drop down ladder is the loft. Extending to 32' 10" in length and the full depth of the house, the loft is fully floored, has three ceiling lights, a skylight and central roof height of 6' 7"

BEDROOM
13' 4" x 15' 0" (4.07m x 4.57m) A well-proportioned room with views across the Lyth Valley, Whitbarrow and towards the Lakeland Fells including the Old Man of Coniston, Swirl How, Wetherlam, Bow Fell and the Langdale Pikes. Radiator and a ceiling light.

ENSUITE
6' 9" x 8' 6" (2.05m x 2.59m) A generous ensuite, fitted with a walk in shower with both rain head and spray heads, a large vanity basin with drawers beneath and a concealed cistern WC. Stylish touches include the circular illuminated mirror, limestone tiling to the walls and modern heated towel rail. Downlights and a window fitted with shutters and having a perfect view over the field at the side.

BEDROOM
10' 7" x 14' 3" (3.21m x 4.35m) Also having views towards the Lyth Valley, the second double bedroom has a ceiling light and a radiator. Neutral decor enhances the character of the room and makes the view the star.

BEDROOM
13' 0" x 12' 5" (3.97m x 3.78m) Having a different feel, the third bedroom is to the side of the house with views towards the Kent Estuary. A good sized double with a radiator and ceiling light.

BEDROOM/STUDY
7' 11" x 10' 10" (2.41m x 3.29m) The fourth bedroom is currently used a home office/study but easily accommodates the usual bedroom furniture. There are views over the garden towards Whitbarrow, a radiator and ceiling light.

BATHROOM
11' 5" x 6' 8" (3.47m x 2.03m) A good sized bathroom, fully tiled in white and fitted with a shower bath, a concealed cistern WC and a vanity wash basin. The bath has a curved screen and shower above and there is a shaver point, cabinet with lighting and an extractor. The ceiling has been clad for easy maintenance and downlights fitted. A generous cupboard with shelving provides storage for towels and toiletries.

EXTERNAL
In an elevated position, level with treetops to ensure views, Leasghyll Brow is set on a spacious plot. A private driveway sweeps up to the house with a turning area to one side - the driveway continues round to the rear of property. The garden has been designed to take advantage of the views with numerous seating areas, perfectly chosen to enjoy that morning coffee whilst fully enjoying your surroundings. Lawned garden to the side and rear are perfect for play and pets, whilst the flagged terraces and patios are ideal for relaxing and outdoor dining. For more inclement weather, the current owners use the sheltered patio area as an outdoor kitchen and entertainment space. There are views from the garden across the Lyth Valley, Whitbarrow, Lakeland Fells and Kent Estuary plus an open field at the side.

LOUNGE DINING KITCHEN
14' 6" x 8' 5" (4.41m x 2.56m) Overlooking the garden towards mature trees, this multi-use space has an exposed stone work wall, feature cast metal grate, a Velux rooflight and LVT flooring. The kitchenette is fitted with a dishwasher, fridge with ice box and a circular sink. Radiator and two ceiling lights.

BEDROOM
13' 7" x 8' 6" (4.14m x 2.58m) Also overlooking the garden, the double bedroom has a Velux rooflight, two ceiling lights and a radiator. Continuing LVT flooring and secondary external door for fire escape purposes.

SHOWER ROOM
5' 1" x 8' 6" (1.56m x 2.58m) Comprising a walk in cubicle with both fixed head and riser, a pedestal wash hand basin and WC. Aquaboard panelling to the walls and cubicle, an extractor, downlights and a modern heated towel rail. The Ideal boiler is concealed within a cupboard. The view from the shower room is lovely to the side and there is a Velux rooflight.

DIRECTIONS
Leaving Milnthorpe, proceed on the A6 towards Kendal, turning right into Heversham. Pass the tennis courts and church on the right and into Leasgill. The drive for Leasghyll Brow is on the right hand side opposite The Athenaeum. what3words///book.sailor.ringers

GENERAL INFORMATION
Services: Mains Water, Gas, Electric and Drainage Tenure: Freehold Council Tax Band: G EPC Grading: D

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