Garthside, Farfield, Sedbergh, LA10 5LW

Situated on the fringe of the popular market town of Sedbergh, Garthside is a characterful semi-detached home set within the Farfield Mill Conservation Area, enjoying spectacular views of the Howgill Fells and offering a rare opportunity for a new owner to personalise and enhance this charming property.

Located approximately one mile from Sedbergh town centre, the property offers the perfect balance of peaceful countryside living with easy access to local amenities. Sedbergh, known as England's official Book Town, is a thriving and welcoming community on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park and close to the Lake District. It boasts a range of independent shops, cafes, pubs, a doctors' surgery, and excellent schools, including the well-regarded Sedbergh School and Sedbergh Primary. The town is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, with countless walking and cycling routes, and direct access to the surrounding fells.

Accessed via a quiet, unadopted road maintained by Farfield Mill, the property benefits from off-road parking for up to three vehicles, surrounded by mature shrubs, wildflowers, and a patio garden that catches the sun and frames the far-reaching views.

Step inside to a welcoming entrance hall with solid oak flooring, leading to a handy shower room with views to the Middleton Fells. Beyond lies a utility room offering practical space and scope for updating.

The kitchen/diner is a warm and functional space with dual aspect windows, wall and base units, ceramic sink with drainer, Rangemaster fridge-freezer and Rangemaster Kitchener with five-ring hob. A door opens to an inner hall connecting to a rear porch and sun-trap patio with panoramic views providing the perfect spot for alfresco dining.

Two ground floor rooms offer flexible accommodation, with a snug making an ideal third guest bedroom with built in storage, and a study, ideal for those who work from home or as a fourth double bedroom as desired.

Upstairs, the landing is flooded with natural light from a large feature Westmorland window. The generous living room is the heart of the home, situated on the first floor to take full advantage of the unrivalled views, providing a blend of character and comfort with lintels and a feature multi-fuel stove ideal for those cooler evenings. A door leads to bedroom one, a generous double with fitted wardrobes and marvellous rear aspect views.

The well appointed family bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower, W.C and pedestal sink can also be found on this floor, with handy under stairs storage and access to the garden room rooftop with radiator providing heating for cooler months.

Finally, a second staircase leads to the top floor, where you'll find bedroom two; a peaceful double with hillside views and a private W.C. and wall-hung sink.

Outside, the property also benefits from a range of useful outbuildings, with an adjoining garden room accessed from the front, complete with power and lighting, ideal as a workshop, studio, or hobby space. There is also handy woodstore and a garden shed, also with light and power, providing excellent storage or further workspace potential

All in all, Garthside offers flexible living across three floors, with unrivalled scenery in every direction, and the chance to make a beautiful home in a sought-after part of the Yorkshire Dales. Whether as a family home, retreat, or investment, this is a rare find. 

Accommodation with approximate dimensions:  

Ground Floor  

Garden Room 8' 2" x 7' 10" (2.49m x 2.39m)  

Utility 8' 7" x 6' 10" (2.62m x 2.08m)  

Kitchen/Dining Room 17' 7" x 11' 1" (5.36m x 3.38m)  

Snug/Bedroom Three 15' 0" x 9' 5" (4.57m x 2.87m)  

Study/Bedroom Four 15' 0" x 7' 11" (4.57m x 2.41m)  

First Floor  

Living Room 22' 0" x 18' 7" (6.71m x 5.66m)  

Bedroom One 17' 9" x 10' 0" (5.41m x 3.05m)  

Second Floor  

Bedroom Two 20' 3" x 10' 10" (6.17m x 3.3m)  

Property Information  

Parking Off road parking. 

Tenure Freehold (Vacant possession upon completion). 

Council Tax Westmorland and Furness Council Band E. 

Services Mains gas, water and electricity. Shared septic tank drainage.
Please note that due to updated regulations for septic tanks and private drainage facilities, interested parties may wish to seek independent advice on the installation. We can recommend several local firms who may be able to assist.  

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

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