Middle Bleansley, Broughton-in-furness, Cumbria, LA20 6AR

A unique prospect to purchase your own personal slice of Lake District heaven; with immense original character but newly refurbished in 2024, with great sensitivity to the age of the property whilst bringing the energy efficiency of a modern house. The house nestles in the heart of the highly scenic Lickle Valley, Middle Bleansley offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of history plus an additional 0.61 acres of woodland. 

This 4 star holiday let with Sally’s Cottages, is set over two floors and has the added benefit of a convenient attic space, an additional outbuilding and ample off road driveway parking, totalling 1.32 acres. The accommodation is both spacious, flexible and well maintained whilst currently a successful holiday let, with contents and forward bookings included in the sale (by separate negotiation).

Location

For those with a passion for the great outdoors, Middle Bleansley offers an unrivalled opportunity to fully immerse yourself in nature’s splendour. This is more than just a property – it’s a lifestyle choice. As you leave the M6 and head west, the journey itself becomes a scenic escape. Roads grow quieter, narrower, and more enchanting, winding through ever-more dramatic landscapes with the iconic Lakeland fells rising majestically on the horizon. This is a place where the pace of life slows and the natural surroundings have remained virtually untouched for centuries.

Perfectly positioned within the Lake District National Park, a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, this idyllic rural retreat is far removed from the hustle and bustle of the popular tourist hotspots, it offers peace, privacy and the rare luxury of space and silence.

Whether you're looking for an inspiring base for an active family life, a peaceful setting for retirement, or simply a weekend sanctuary to recharge, Middle Bleansley offers it all. The surrounding landscape invites adventure – from rock-climbing and high fell walks as far as Scafell and beyond to gentle valley strolls, all just beyond your doorstep.

While wonderfully secluded, daily essentials are close at hand. The charming market town of Broughton in Furness is your nearest hub, offering independent shops including a butcher, traditional bakery, pubs, cafes, a GP surgery, vet, and fuel station. A little further, Ulverston provides a broader range of amenities, including supermarkets such as Booths, M&S Food, and Aldi.

For those occasional day trips or visiting guests, renowned Lake District destinations such as Wasdale, Eskdale, Coniston, Hawkshead, Bowness on Windermere and Ambleside are all within comfortable reach, allowing you to enjoy the best of the Lakes before retreating once more to your private haven, a roaring fire and familiar comforts.

Step inside 

You are welcomed into this superb, newly refurbished property by the rear door and through the delightful entrance hall, where you can leave behind your muddy boots after a long day on the fells. From the entrance hall there is a convenient cloakroom with WC and washbasin, plus a handy utility space for all your daily essentials. The utility comprises base units with stainless steel sink, additional fitted cupboards and draws, and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. Then, head into the well-equipped kitchen with beautiful original exposed beams, a centre island/breakfast bar with base units and NEFF induction hob, plus additional wall and base units surrounding the kitchen with NEFF oven and grill, free standing American Siemens fridge/freezer, free standing Bosch dishwasher, and a stunning outlook to the local countryside with bi-folding doors leading out to the front terrace area. A perfect place to sit with a morning coffee whilst taking in the countryside views! 

Moving into the lounge is a fabulous historic Wedding Dresser dating back to 1687, which belongs to the house and has been in the house since the dresser was made, a great sized wood burning stove for those colder nights, original exposed beams and cosy seating areas/dining table for relaxing and enjoying the countryside outlook. On the same floor you can find the first of the four bedrooms, a double bedroom with access to the rear garden, plus a shower room comprising of, WC, washbasin, shower and heated towel rail. 

As you make your way upstairs you will find the well-appointed family bathroom, complete with a grand roll top bath. Leading onto a twin bedroom, a large double bedroom and the master king-size room, each offering delightful views to the gardens and fields beyond. Additionally, there is a spacious attic space providing ample storage and housing the hot water cylinder, Triple Power Charger for solar system and electric meters. 

Step outside

The main boundary comprises of 0.65 acres of garden around the house, and a further 0.61 acres of woodland diagonally opposite. The land has marvelous views, from the lower slopes it looks east towards the Woodland and Blawith Fells and down to the estuary around the Duddon Valley, over to Barrow and Millom. Plus, from a more elevated position, you can look west towards the Thwaites and Ulpha Fells. Additionally, there is a large wood store, an outbuilding housing the EV charging point and Sediment filter, bore hole located at the rear of the parking spaces, ample driveway parking, a patio seated area to the rear and a lovely terrace area to the front, offering a great space to enjoy your morning coffee, whilst taking in the stunning views. 

Completely refurbished by the current owners in 2023/2024, Middle Bleansley would make a perfect family home, second home or holiday letting retreat. 

Services

Mains electricity (Panasonic aquarea air to water heat pump) and water supply from spring and borehole. Private drainage to a sole use septic tank located within the woodland boundary. Triple power  9 kWh battery charged by both mains and the solar system. 

Mobile and broadband services

For information on broadband and mobile services at the property, we advise prospective purchasers to consult the Ofcom website: checker.ofcom.org.uk  

Included in the sale

Additional contents will be included in the sale under separate negotiation 

Local Authority charges 

Westmorland and Furness Council–  band D.  

Tenure

Freehold.

Directions 

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Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML) 

Due to the Money Laundering Regulations, now officially known as Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017 we are required to follow government legislation and carry out identification checks on all purchasers. We use a specialist third party company to conduct these checks at a charge of £40 + VAT per buyer once an offer has been accepted and you will be unable to proceed with the purchase of the property until these checks have been carried out. This charge is non-refundable.