This truly superb and quite unique property effortlessly ticks many boxes, combining rich history with generous, well-maintained living space in a highly convenient location. Once the Level Crossing House serving the railway line to West Cumbria, the home has evolved thoughtfully over time, with two extensions that enhance the space while preserving its original charm and character.
Inside, the accommodation is cosy, inviting and versatile, ideal for those seeking a distinctive home with a strong sense of personality.
Outside, there is an impressive range of features including two garages, a selection of outbuildings including a bar (office), summerhouse, and a large garden complete with greenhouse and raised beds.
Perfectly placed for countryside walks, village life, and easy access to Keswick, Cockermouth, and the wider Lake District, this is a property that offers a rare blend of heritage, community and lifestyle.

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Central heating
Oil which serves the central heating. Recently installed oil tank.
Solid fuel open fire and a multi-fuel stand-alone stove which serves the heating and hot water
Immersion heater for additional water heating
The roof has been re-slated recently.

Entrance Lobby - A composite door leads into the entrance hall with access to Bedroom 1 and the dining room.

Dining Room - 5.05 (max) x 4.37 (16'6" (max) x 14'4") - Aspect to the front. Wood burning stove within fireplace with brick surround, tiled hearth and oak mantelpiece over. The original natural wood door gives access to the inner hallway.

Inner Hallway - Access into the loft.

Sitting Room - 5.31 x 4.14 (17'5" x 13'6") - Open fire with Borrowdale slate mantelpiece and hearth. Wood effect flooring, television point. Sliding patio doors to the rear garden and windows to two sides.

Kitchen - 4.27 x 3.12 (14'0" x 10'2") - Fitted with a comprehensive range of base and wall units in a combination of grey gloss and off-white with chunky chrome handles and a composite worktop over with matching upstand. Includes 1.5 bowl black composite sink unit with mixer tap, slimline integrated dishwasher, four-ring electric hob with glass splash back and stainless steel extractor fan and double eye-level oven. Integrated fridge freezer and integrated microwave oven. Ample space for a table or additional furniture. Windows to two sides, exposed beam, spotlighting and tile effect flooring.

Inner Lobby - Tile effect floor and double doors leading into utility area with central heating boiler and continuation of flooring. Composite door to the garden.

Bedroom One - 4.34 (max) x 4.24 (max) (14'2" (max) x 13'10" (max - A spacious double bedroom with an aspect to the front.

Bedroom Two - 3.07 x 2.90 (10'0" x 9'6") - Double bedroom to the side. Wood effect laminate flooring, built in double cupboard.

Bedroom Three - 3.07 x 2.72 (10'0" x 8'11") - A spacious single room currently with bunk beds and used as a study. Cupboard housing cylinder tank and shelving, window to the rear and built-in work/storage area with cupboards and shelving etc.

Bathroom - Fitted with bath and chrome mixer tap with electric shower over and clear screen in chrome frame. Low level WC and wash basin with chrome mixer tap set into wood effect vanity unit with matching built-in cupboard. Ladder style dual-fuel radiator, fully tiled throughout with ceramic tiles. Spotlighting, vinyl floor covering and frosted window to the rear.

Parking - Ample off-road parking and access to two single garages.

Garage One - 7.77 x 4.11 (25'5" x 13'5") - A large double height garage accessed via a remote controlled roller door and fitted with workbench, concrete floor and breeze block walls. Suitable for most motorhomes/caravans etc.

Garage Two - 5.84 x 4.11 (19'1" x 13'5") - Accessed via a remote controlled roller door. With electricity and storage within the eaves.

The Courtyard - Paved courtyard garden with summerhouse and garden store/shed and access to "The Crossings Bar". Outside tap, bin store and concealed oil tank.

"The Crossings" - 4.01 x 1.91 (13'1" x 6'3") - Accessed via a UPVC door and opens up to a fabulous room currently fitted as a bar and also provides good "work from home" space. Electric panel heater, exposed beams, spotlighting and carpeted.

Front Garden - Two black wrought iron gates give access to the front garden with paving and pathway to the front and side doors. Attractive and well-established shrub and floral borders.

Rear Garden - Two lawns with well planted borders etc and a good selection of mature planting including rhododendrons, etc

Lower Garden - A very well established "The Crossings Kitchen Garden", with raised growing areas, large greenhouse, water butts, log store, etc.

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From Cockermouth take the road to Embleton and at The Wheatsheaf Pub and Embleton Spa Hotel turn right, go down the hill and the property is located on the right at the bottom.

Outlook - There is a pleasing outlook from most windows, particularly from the front towards Sale & Ling fells.

Council Tax - We have been advised by Cumberland Council ) that this property is placed in Tax Band E.

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