Mill Bank, Kirkby Lonsdale, Carnforth, LA6 2DG

Description This beautiful detached farm house is set in an idyllic rural setting on the outskirts of the popular village of Whittington and only a short drive from the sought after market town of Kirkby Lonsdale. Set in a generous proportion of 14.83 acres of land, Mill Bank enjoys peaceful style living with local amenities on the doorstep.

The farm house itself harbours a welcoming feel with a wealth of traditional features with coving to the ceiling, exposed stone walls and deep bay windows throughout. Enjoying a kitchen with utility, dining room and three double bedrooms, one en suite and family bathroom, this home has plenty on offer. With wrap around land comprising fields to the front, side and rear, private garden area and south facing orchard with fruit trees and three out barns with farmyard to the rear, Mill Bank is not one to miss! 

Property Overview On arrival to the property, you are welcomed by the breath-taking surroundings that lie beyond Mill Bank. Set within 14.83 acres, this home really has plenty to offer; a smallholding with barns, fields and welcoming farmhouse, Mill Bank offers a great opportunity for someone to really make the most of this spectacular house ready to be called home.

Follow the track up to the farmhouse, set back from the outbuildings providing a private, serene entrance. On arrival to the property, step into the spacious entrance hall with eye catching feature exposed stone wall with stairs leading to the first floor, a grand space where light flows effortlessly from room to room. Turn right into the kitchen, well-equipped with wall and base units, Rangemaster oven with extractor over, one and a half stainless steel sink and space for an American style fridge/freezer. This room overlooks the pretty orchard with planted fruit trees, and leads into a utility room providing access to both a south facing section of garden with patio and a greenhouse and door to the front of the house. The utility houses the Aga oven which heats the room and is perfect for cooking throughout the winter months.

Back into the hallway, you will find the cosy, contemporary living room with bay window enjoying far reaching views. There is a log burner fire, ideal for warming up on those cooler evenings and pretty coving to ceiling, enhancing the traditional feel to this home. From the hall, step down into the dining room with patio doors leading to the main garden with views stretching beyond. This area provides a formal dining space, perfect for family meals on a weekend or hosting for special occasions while entertaining family and friends.

Adjoining the entrance hall is an inner hallway with access to two double bedrooms and family bathroom, a luxury four piece suite comprising a free standing roll top with Bristan taps and shower attachment, pedestal sink, corner shower, WC, heated ladder towel radiator and complementary tiled flooring. Both bedrooms are spacious doubles with dual aspect windows and have ample space for additional furniture.

Follow the staircase to the first floor landing, converted by the current owners to a spacious master suite; a generous double bedroom that is tastefully modernised, enjoying two velux windows overlooking the rolling fields beyond and ample eaves storage with a built in wardrobe. A latch door leads into the attractive en suite comprising a shower, pedestal sink and WC with complementary tiles and dressing area. To the right of the landing is additional eaves storage.

The real show stopping factor to this home is the wealth of land it harbours, sat within wrap around fields to the sides and rear. A private, enclosed lawn garden can be accessed from the driveway with planted borders and a pond. To the rear is a south facing patio area with greenhouse, an idyllic spot to enjoy a good book and a cool drink through the summer months. Beyond this is the orchard, planted with fruit trees while hedges line the land. To the front of the property is a farmyard, providing ample parking in addition to the driveway and three outbuildings.

The outbuildings comprise of three barns with farmyard behind, previously used for farm work but has huge potential to be reinvented as a working farm or property development (subject to consents). Barn one comprises two sliding doors, concrete portal frame and is spring water fed. The second is split in two with concrete areas while the third has huts with gates, previously used as a calf shed.

All in all, Mill Bank really is a true hidden gem; oozing with potential and set within a secluded area yet not far from local amenities, the property makes for the perfect home for those looking for a rural lifestyle. 

Location Mill Bank is superbly located with close access to the sought after market town of Kirkby Lonsdale; a short 5-minute drive to the town centre. It is also within the catchment for two highly regarded schools within Kirkby Lonsdale; QES secondary school and St Marys primary school.

The historic market town of Kirkby Lonsdale enjoys a range of independent shops, restaurants and bars whilst being well-known for its famous John Ruskin's View and Devils Bridge. The M6 is a short 10-minute drive away to Junction 36, providing easy access to Southern and Northern parts, as well as local towns such as Kendal and only 20 Miles to the ever popular Lake District National Park.  

Directions From Kirkby Lonsdale take the B6254 South bound. Drive along the road for approximately 1 mile and you will see a layby on the right and a track immediately by it. Turn here and follow the track to the right, continue past the cottages to the outbuildings. Arrive at the gate and Mill Bank is straight ahead. 

Accommodation (with approximate dimensions)  

Ground Floor  

Living Room 19' 0" x 16' 4" (5.79m x 4.98m)  

Kitchen 18' 7" x 10' 2" (5.66m x 3.1m)  

Dining Room 19' 3" x 11' 3" (5.87m x 3.43m)  

Bedroom Two 21' 9" x 10' 2" (6.63m x 3.1m)  

Bedroom Three 14' 8" x 12' 10" (4.47m x 3.91m)  

First Floor  

Bedroom One 18' 4" x 17' 6" (5.59m x 5.33m)  

Property Information  

Outside Set within 14.83 acres of land with fields, an orchard, private garden and yard, Mill Bank really makes the ideal home for those looking for a rural lifestyle.

A public footpath does lead through the land across one of the fields and down to the river on the right hand side of the plot. 

Outbuildings Mill Bank provides excellent potential for keen farmers or property investors to really develop their prospects with three outbuildings;

Three barns with farmyard behind, previously used for farm work but has huge potential to be reinvented as a working farm or property development (subject to consents). Barn one comprises two sliding doors, concrete portal frame and is spring water fed. The second is split in two with concrete areas while the third has huts with gates, previously used as a calf shed.  

Garden A private lawned garden to the side of the property wraps around the rear adjoining the beautiful orchard with hedged borders and planted fruit trees with spectacular views beyond. 

Land A yard previously used as a working farm with fields surrounding to the sides and stretching to the rear. 

Servcies Mains water and electricity, oil fired central heating. Septic tank drainage. 

Council Tax Lancaster City Council. Band F. 

Tenure Freehold.
The property is subject to an agricultural occupancy condition. Further details are available on request.  

Energy Performance Certificate The full Energy Performance Certificate is available on our website and also at any of our offices. 

N.B Please note that there will be an overage clause as part of the contract which will be for 25 years and on the basis of a 25% uplift in value when the buildings/land obtain planning permission.  

Viewings Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh Kirkby Office. 

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