Dalton House, Burton In Kendal, LA6 1NH

Dalton House is a handsome and charming detached property within in a generous plot, c. 1 acre with a range of outbuildings and lovely gardens, situated in an exceptionally private setting on the south-easterly fringe of the popular village of Burton-in-Kendal.

Dating back to the early 20th Century and believed to have been built for the land agent at neighbouring Dalton Hall Estate, Dalton House has not been on the open market for over 40 years. Bursting with original features, (cornices, picture rails, ceiling roses, six panelled doors, deep skirting, attractive staircase, oriel staircase window, circular windows, semi-circular bay windows, some with seats, built-in cupboards with panelled doors and terracotta tiled floors) the property now presents a wonderful opportunity for new custodians to refurbish and create a home for the 21st Century.

The welcoming accommodation, set over two floors with a GIA of c. 2870 sq ft (266.6 sq m), is generous and well-proportioned, light and bright. The principal rooms on the ground and first floor have large bay windows to the south and southeast, allowing natural light to flood, in as well as framing the stunning far reaching views.

There is also the potential to build a four bedroom detached dwelling within the grounds to the northwest of the house. Westmorland & Furness Council have granted Permission in Principle (Application Number 2025/0029/PIP, dated 25 February 2025). The plans, elevations and site plan are shown on page 7.

Please note - an application for Technical Details Consent must be made prior to commencement and no later than the expiration of three years on this decision notice, after this period this Planning Permission in Principle shall lapse. Further details can be found on the Westmorland & Furness planning portal or from the agents.

Let us walk you round...

Come on in through the open porch with a terracotta tiled floor and wooden door with circular window into the semi-circular entrance hall with doors leading off to the sitting room and dining kitchen.

The dual aspect sitting room overlooking the gardens has a gas fire and marble fireplace; the dining kitchen with oak floor, is fitted with base and wall units, a two oven Aga set in a tiled recess, undercounter dishwasher and wonderful outlook across the garden.

The inner hall provides access to the study with wooden fireplace and tiled hearth as well a two piece cloakroom with understairs cupboard.

Also off the inner hall is the dining room with fitted cupboard. Off here is the boiler/drying room and utility/laundry room with sink unit, base and wall units, plumbing for a washing machine and side entrance.

From the hall, a central staircase splits into two full return staircases and onto the large landing. The dual aspect principal bedroom has a walk-through dressing area and four piece en suite bathroom.

Bedroom 2 also dual aspect with circular window, has fitted wardrobes. Bedroom 3 has built-in wardrobes with vanity wash basin and bedroom 4 has a part glazed door with windows either side leading out to a balcony with wrought iron balustrade.

Also to the first floor is a three piece bathroom and a separate WC.

A loft hatch in bedroom 3 has a pull down ladder to a part boarded loft.

Outdoor space

A private, sweeping drive leads to parking and turning for several cars.

To the east of the property is a single garage with up and over door, power, light and an inspection pit. Attached to the rear is a freezer room and workshop, both with power and light, a Gardeners WC, garden store/wood shed and a coal shed.

Detached single garage, two loose boxes and a large store.

The mature gardens are a delight and were lovingly created by the owners with specimen and fruit trees, shrubs, herbaceous borders, vegetable garden, fruit cages and composts. There is a large lawn to the east, as well as a formal lower lawn to the south, seating terraces, greenhouse, two garden sheds and a summerhouse.