4 bedroom detached house for sale

INTRODUCTION This distinctive detached property was converted from the former train station by the current owner and sits within extensive gardens as well as benefiting from plentiful off road parking to the sweeping driveway and detached garage. There is an adjacent annexe which could provide extra income or which could house dependent relatives etc. 

ACCOMMODATION On entering the property from one of many entrances, you can appreciate the character which has been retained within this historical home.

From the entrance hall stairs lead to the first floor and at ground floor level, a reception room which provides a less formal area to retreat to. The original fireplace is now no longer in use but there is an electric fire and storage heater. Outlooks are to the driveway.

Beyond the hall is access to an extensive conservatory/garden room which has glazing taking full advantage of the stunning gardens and far reaching views. The original stone walls remain, this area being the original station waiting room. This leads then into the formal drawing room/lounge which has a more formal feel. It is excellently proportioned and again enjoys panoramic views across the gardens to open countryside. An ornate room with coving and dado rail and a focal point marble fireplace (not used) with electric fire now in place. The chimney recesses house storage and there is an electric storage heater.

The kitchen has a range of modern units and worksurface space housing a bowl & ½ single drainer sink unit and Stoves electric hob with extractor hood over. There is a built in Stoves oven & grill and integrated Bosch dishwasher. There is an aspect over the rear drive and access into a further entrance which is also utilised as a utility area with plumbing in place and access to the annexe.

At landing level is a double glazed window and access is provided for the two double bedrooms both of which offer fabulous fell views and offer generous space along with a good range of built in bedroom furniture. The bathroom offers a 3 piece suite comprising a panelled bath, WC and wash hand basin. Wall mounted heater and UPVC double glazed window. 

THE ANNEXE An internal doorway from the secondary entrance leads into recently upgraded quality accommodation which could be easily made fully self contained and provide an income through letting or alternatively housing dependent relatives/extended family.

There is a new fitted kitchen which opens into a light and airy lounge area. The hall diner adjacent opens onto the patio area and there are 2 double bedrooms and contemporary bathroom suite comprising WC, panelled bath and wash hand basin 

OUTSIDE Externally, the property has beautifully tended extensive gardens with a mixture of well stocked borders, rockery areas, veg & soft fruit plot and large lawned areas up until recently used as a tennis court, putting/croquet green. There is a stone flagged patio – formerly the old platform which enjoys the spectacular views South towards the Lune Valley.

There is a lengthy sweeping driveway with off road parking and a detached garage – 21'5 x 14'4 (6.55m x 4.36m). Useful storage and workshop space. 

DIRECTIONS From Junction 37 on the M6 proceed along A684 towards Sedbergh. Before entering the edge of Sedbergh pass W Dawson & Son Ltd and continue round the corner. There is a signpost to the left marking the entry to Westby House down the private lane. This is before the sign for Sedbergh Village. 

GENERAL Services: Water and electric Connected to a shared septic tank.
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax: Band G