Garsdale, Sedbergh, Cumbria

A delightful 2 bedroom Grade II listed cottage which is full of charm, character and country living appeal. Set in an elevated position in the rural location of Garsdale, this traditional stone built character home is ideal for those looking for a tranquil rural lifestyle, with the opportunity to enhance and personalise the property.Located in a quiet picturesque setting, between Sedbergh and Hawes, Hind Keld West offers the best of Dales living with lots of walking and cycling opportunities right on the doorstep. The nearby Settle – Carlisle railway station provides excellent connections, as well as being a popular attraction, thanks to its old fashioned character and spectacular journey over Ribblehead Viaduct.

The cottage is warm and welcoming, with traditional features including exposed beams, feature stonework, deep set windowsills and cobbled paths. The layout offers flexibility for those wanting to create their own vision and is the ideal place to create a stunning home.

The property opens from a welcoming stone entrance to a large open living kitchen, with the kitchen situated to one side and a living area set around a stone fireplace and woodburning stove. The real highlight of this living space is the stunning views across the Dale. The ground floor is completed with pantry storage to the rear of the property and stairs leading to the first floor.

Upstairs there are two generous bedrooms, both enjoying a stunning outlook over the rolling Cumbrian Fells, and a study area with an outlook to the side. There is a sizable house bathroom with bath, wc and wash hand basin, and excellent storage to one wall.

Adjoining the house itself are two stone outbuildings which currently provide excellent storage, albeit there is potential for these to be incorporated as part of the living accommodation, subject to gaining the necessary planning consents. Alternatively, they would make an ideal studio space, workshop or storage area.

The gardens are a true highlight of the property, bursting with seasonal colour, mature planting and space to relax and enjoy the surrounding views. The gardens are encompassed by dry stone walling, adding to the landscape backdrop of the home. There is a parking area immediately off the roadside which leads to a path leads which continues through the cottage style gardens. Immediately in front of the garden there is a stone flagged patio area, which is a perfect place to sit and soak in the scenery, giving an uninterrupted outlook across open countryside.