Hewthwaite Hall, Cockermouth, CA13

An exceptional 3/4 bedroom 16th century manor house, steeped in character & history in a peaceful location just 2 miles from the desirable market town of Cockermouth. Set in just under eight acres of mature gardens with panoramic views, copse and three fields. This property is a rare gem to come to market.

Steeped in historical charm with deep sandstone window seats, exposed beams, fireplaces and nooks. It boasts stunning formal gardens with pleached limes, yew, Portuguese laurel and box hedging.

Nestling in a quiet corner of the Lake District National Park between Cockermouth and Bassenthwaite Lake, this graceful property oozes charm and sophistication.

The Property

A gated curved drive brings you to a parking area near the front of the property.

A stone terrace leads you to the front of the house where two coats of arms, one The Royal Coat of Arms of Henry VII or VIII, sit above the front door.

Entering the property into a fabulous stone-flagged hallway, there are two delightful reception rooms behind beautiful panelled oak doors. The first has charming window seats with windows on two aspects and views to the fells. There is plenty of space for sofas and chairs surrounding the wood-burning stove which sits within a large stone fireplace. Across the hall lies the larger of the two reception rooms, with huge open fire in a deep fireplace, large mullioned window and 16th century beams. The room is simply bursting with character.

Double wooden doors lead through into a back hallway and staircase. Off the hallway is a small, cosy dining room with oak beams and a tiny window set within thick walls. An ideal space for entertaining friends and family. Alternatively, this room could be used as a fourth bedroom.

Through to the beautiful, bright and welcoming kitchen where a large blue electric AGA is surrounded by country-style, cream, wooden kitchen units. A good-sized table sits under one of two windows with the most fabulous views out over the garden and to the fells beyond. The appliances include dishwasher and integrated fridge. In the hallway leading to the back door there is plenty of space for coats and boots, a large store cupboard and a downstairs toilet with basin.

The original wide staircase has the most beautiful and charming window halfway up with a double-arched sandstone frame. The views over the garden and surrounding countryside are breathtaking.

From the landing you access all three upstairs bedrooms and the family bathroom. The magnificent master bedroom has a decorative fireplace, two large windows with window seats overlooking tiered formal gardens and the grassy fell opposite. Down the two small steps in the corner of the room there is a large ensuite bathroom with bath, toilet and basin, and plenty of original features to enjoy while in the bath.

The second double bedroom off the landing also looks out over the formal garden and oozes charm and history. The family bathroom is up a couple of steps and is a peaceful space with ornate tiles, an electric shower over the bath, with toilet and basin. The third double bedroom is light and airy with built-in wardrobes and views over the courtyard to the side of the house and has a picture window out to the fells.

Externally

The gardens surrounding the property are as charming and interesting as the house itself. There are plenty of corners and hidden areas to explore and benefit from the sun at all times of the day. The front of the property has a beautiful, tiered formal garden with pleached limes, topiary and yew hedging and mature shrubs. The manicured yew hedging partitions the gardens revealing hidden lawn areas. A raised sandstone terrace to the rear offers a private and sheltered dining area benefitting from glorious views of the Caldbeck Fells.

There is a large barn to the side of the property which offers plenty of practical space including a workshop and a garden room. The principal part of the barn is ideal as a games room, with large double doors at the far end. There is a water tank and a small plant room in the corner which houses the filtration system for the bore-hole.

There is a partially covered area allowing shelter from the weather when removing boots and muddy shoes, leading to a utility/drying room/boot room with a sink. There is space for washing machine and tumble dryer and freezer and there is also a sink. There is also a handy cupboard/larder.

Location

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Setmurthy is a picturesque settlement between Cockermouth and Keswick. Cockermouth, a delightful Georgian town is two miles away, with many independent shops, restaurants and cafes. Keswick, 10 miles away, is well known for being the Lake District Adventure Capital where you can participate in any number of outdoor pursuits on the fells and on the water.

For fell walkers, Skiddaw is just a few miles away. Sale Fell is even closer. Carlisle is 40 minute’s drive, the railway gets you into London in just over 3 ½ hours and Edinburgh and Newcastle in around an hour. The property has easy access to the M6 in under 40 minutes.

There are excellent schools in Cockermouth, Keswick and Carlisle, with the latter also benefitting from Austin Friars Private School and Carlisle College and Cumbria University.

Services
Freehold, Grade II* listed.
Mains electricity
Septic Tank
Private borehole water supply located in the copse at the back of the property.
The water is pumped to a water tank and filtration system in the barn.
AGA heats the hot water
Heating - night storage heaters
Fibre broadband
As the property is currently a holiday let it is subject to Business Rates. The current rateable value is £2500. Depending on your circumstances this property may be eligible for Small Business Rates Relief or could be reassessed for Council Tax.

Please note - the mention of any appliances and/or services within these particulars does not imply that they are in full and efficient working order.

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Matters of Title: The property is sold subject to all existing easements, burdens, reservations and wayleaves, including rights of access and rights of way whether contained in the Title Deeds or informally constituted and whether referred to in the General Remarks and Stipulations or not. The Purchaser(s) will be held to have satisfied themselves as to the nature of such matters.

Tenure and Possession: The Freehold title is offered for sale with vacant possession upon completion.

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