Skelsmergh, Kendal, LA9 6NX

Situated in a semi-rural location within the hamlet of Skelsmergh, is this deceptively spacious 17th Century barn conversion. Set amongst over an acre of grounds, gardens and land, this fabulous home enjoys picturesque views onto open countryside, whilst also within convenient reach of Kendal town centre, the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Park. Sympathetically extended and developed, whilst seamlessly blending period features with modern fixtures and fittings, Laneside Farm offers versatile accommodation and ample storage, which would appeal to growing and dependant family members. Internal viewing is advised

Directions

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Location

Skelsmergh is a semi-rural hamlet, located to the northern fringe of Kendal. A short drive away are Morrisons, Aldi and Sainsbury's, along with Queen Katherine secondary school and the town centre for a range of independent retailers, banks and eateries. 

Description 

Stepping through the front door, you walk into an inviting entrance hall with exposed timber beams and a polished tiled floor. There are doors leading to three bedrooms, bathroom, a sun room, kitchen, utility and cloakroom, as well as stairs ascending to the first floor.

The living room is located off the sun room and is a cosy reception space which centres around a wood burning stove, with exposed stone detailing and marble hearth. The room features an original built-in spice cupboard, exposed beams and solid pine flooring. Located off the living room is a wet room, which has a wall mounted shower, bath, WC and pedestal wash hand basin. The sun room provides an additional and versatile reception space, with views and access out onto the rear garden. The room features a vaulted ceiling with oak beams and roof light.

The well planned kitchen is equipped with storage units and a worktop to one side, with an additional worktop to the window recess. Fitted within one worktop is a one and a half sink drainer with mixer tap and a four ring electric hob with extractor hood over and electric oven/grill below. Across the hall is the utility/boot room, which has a fitted worktop incorporating a one and a half sink drainer with mixer tap. There is space for an upright fridge freezer and plumbing for white goods beneath the worktop. A door at the end of the utility/boot room opens out onto the drive. 

Located off the entrance hall are three double bedrooms, of which the larger one benefits from an en-suite bathroom. Alongside bedrooms three and four is a three piece shower room. All bedrooms benefit from built-in wardrobes, as well as space for free standing furniture. Completing the ground floor is a two-piece cloakroom, ideal for families and guests. 

Stairs ascend to the first floor landing which features exposed timber beams, trusses and glazed windows into the sitting room and dining room. The sitting room retains a wealth of character including exposed beams and trusses to the vaulted ceiling. There is a fixed ladder up to the attic room and glazed doors opening out onto a balcony. Within the room is a wood burning stove set within an impressive stove surround and marble heath. 

The dining room is a fabulous, family reception space, which has free flowing access through to the adjoining kitchen. The room features decorative wood mouldings to the ceiling and a pine floor. The bespoke kitchen is equipped with high quality, solid oak storage units and a granite worktop. Fitted within the worktop is a double Belfast sink, four ring electric hob, electric oven and an oil fired AGA with twin hot plates and double oven. Integrated appliances include a fridge, freezer and dishwasher. There is a continuation of the decorative wood mouldings to the ceiling and a tiled floor. 

A door off the dining room leads through to an inner hall, where there is a built-in cupboard housing the hot water cylinder and pipework for the underfloor heating. Alongside the cupboard, there is an area ideal for a home office or study. At the end of the hall is the master bedroom suite, which features a vaulted ceiling with exposed timber beams, an original cupboard and fitted wardrobes. Concealed behind one wardrobe is an en-suite facility, which has a bath with wall mounted shower, WC and pedestal wash hand basin. There are fitted vanity units and a mirror with spot lighting. 

Outside, there is off road parking to the front, together with substantial parking to the rear in the form of a drive, garage and double car port, accessed via a secure gate and turning circle with stonework and pond. There is a gently sloped lawn garden and patio seating area with original well, along with a large, enclosed paddock which has two ponds and a variety of trees which includes apple, pear and plum. Alongside the garage is a WC and storage for bins etc.

Tenure

Freehold

Services

Mains electric, mains, water, oil central heating, septic tank