Croft House, Kirkland Road, Skirwith, Penrith, Cumbria, CA10 1RL

Nestled amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Eden Valley, this exquisite sandstone semi detached property offers a harmonious blend of traditional elegance and modern comfort, with its high ceilings throughout and original features with polished wooden floorboards. This home exudes a timeless charm that is sure to captivate. This home is more than just a property; It is a lifestyle choice, offering the perfect blend of rural tranquillity and modern living, amidst an area of outstanding natural beauty and conservation area. Whether you are seeking a peaceful retreat or a family home with character, this property is a rare gem that promises to enchant and delight.

The entrance hall sets the tone, inviting you to explore the harmonious layout of this delightful property, allowing access into the sitting room, dining room, utility and kitchen. Polished floorboards with wooden stairs leading to the upper floor. To your right, discover the spacious sitting room, where a cosy multi fuel log burner with stone surround serves as the focal point, providing warmth and a welcoming ambience. High ceilings, polished wooden flooring with double glazed sash window to front aspect provide views of the front garden and rolling countryside.

Stepping from the hallway into the kitchen/ dining room which is a culinary haven, and is designed for both functionality and style, offering ample space for casual dining. Featuring multi fuel log burner and stone surround, integrated electric hob, double oven and extractor with availability for dishwasher and fridge. Cream speckled coloured worktops with cream coloured wall and base units. Stainless steel sink with mixer taps. Part tiled with stone flooring. Double glazed sash window to side and rear aspect. Access into the boot room. Leading from the hallway into the formal dining room, which is perfect for hosting dinner parties or family gatherings and is designed for both functionality and style. Log burner with stone hearth, high ceilings and polished wooden flooring. Double glazed sash window to front aspect.

The property boasts a practical utility room, ensuring that everyday chores are kept separate from the main living areas. Fitted cupboards allow for additional storage space, with availability for a free standing fridge/ freezer. A convenient three piece shower room and a thoughtfully designed boot room cater to the needs of an active lifestyle, providing space for outdoor gear and ensuring the home remains pristine.

Upstairs, the 4 generously sized double bedrooms complete with high ceilings and polished wooden floorboards enhance the sense of space and light creating an airy and inviting retreat with the added benefit of each bedroom offering its own unique view of the rolling countryside. Bedroom 1 is a large double bedroom with double glazed sash window to front aspect. Bedroom 2 is a large double bedroom with double glazed sash window to rear aspect. Bedroom 3, also a spacious double bedroom with double glazed sash window to front aspect and bedroom 4 is a large double bedroom with double glazed sash window to rear aspect. Four piece family bathroom with, WC, rolltop bath with hot and cold taps, shower, and basin with vanity unit and mixer taps. Heated towel rail. Double glazed sash window to front aspect. Part tiled with polished wooden floorboards.

Outside, the property is surrounded by gorgeous countryside, offering stunning views that change with the seasons. The drive provides ample parking, ensuring convenience for both residents and guests. The front garden includes stone wall and railing boundary with chipped stones patio, grassed lawn, shrubs and trees of various sizes. The large rear garden boasts a jaw dropping backdrop with stunning views of the Pennines in the distance. Stone wall and wooden fence boundary with grassed lawn, patio area, shrubs and trees of various sizes.

Skirwith is a small village located amidst unspoiled open countryside approximately seven miles from Penrith with easy access to the Lake District. There is a village church and hall. Langwathby village is approximately two miles away and provides a wider range of amenities including public house, shop / post office, primary school and railway station. The property is within the catchment area for the school bus service to Penrith.
 

Accommodation with approx. dimensions  

Ground Floor  

Hallway  

Kitchen/ diner
13'10" x 12'4" (4.21m x 3.77m)
 

Living Room
14'6" x 13'6" (4.41m x 4.12m)
 

Dining Room
13'6" x 12'11" (4.12m x 3.94m)
 

Utility Room  

Shower Room  

Boot Room
11'1" x 7'1" (3.38m x 2.16m)
 

First Floor  

Landing  

Bedroom One
13'11" x 13'8" (4.23m x 4.17m)
 

Bedroom Two
13'10" x 12'4" (4.22m x 3.77m)
 

Bedroom Three
13'8" x 11'3" (4.17m x 3.42m)
 

Bedroom Four
12'6" x 10'7" (3.82m x 3.23m)
 

Bathroom  

Property Information  

Tenure
Freehold 

Council Tax
Band D
 

Services and Utilities
Mains electricity, mains water and mains drainage. Oil heating and 3 wood burners 

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

Broadband Speed
Superfast available.  

What3words Location
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From Penrith head south-east on Little Dockray towards Corn Market/A592. Take Great Dockray, Princess Street and A6 to Roper Street. Take Regional Route 71 to Carleton Avenue/ A686 and turn left onto Carleton Avenue/ A696. Drive to Kirkland Road. After approx. 3 miles turn right, continue straight and the property will be on the left hand side. 

Viewings
By appointment with Hackney and Leigh's Penrith office 

Agent's Notes
We have been advised the neighbour submitted planning approval for an extension 

Price
£599,950 

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Regulations
Please note that when an offer is accepted on a property, we must follow government legislation and carry out identification checks on all buyers under the Anti-Money Laundering Regulations (AML). We use a specialist third-party company to carry out these checks at a charge of £42.67 (inc. VAT) per individual or £36.19 (incl. vat) per individual, if more than one person is involved in the purchase (provided all individuals pay in one transaction). The charge is non-refundable, and you will be unable to proceed with the purchase of the property until these checks have been completed. In the event the property is being purchased in the name of a company, the charge will be £120 (incl. vat).