
Urchin Rigg, Gatebeck Lane, Endmoor, Kendal, Cumbria

- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
3
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
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- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- Urchin Rigg Farm has not been on the open market for over seventy years so this represents a unique opportunity to purchase a delightful rural property with land and outbuildings in a (truncated)
- Well-appointed three-bedroom farmhouse, carefully renovated over the past 30 years, with upstairs sunroom, indoor swimming pool, well maintained gardens, greenhouse, private drive, (truncated)
- Range of garages, stores and workshops ancillary to farmhouse, some of which have.
- Benefits from prime meadow fields.
- potential for conversion into residential accommodation (subject to the necessary consents).
- Of interest to a variety of purchasers including those with equestrian interests, hobby farmers and lifestyle purchasers.
- Up to 29.67 (12.01 hectares) acres, in three convenient blocks, contiguous to Urchin Rigg, available by separate negotiation.
Description
along a tree lined driveway, a well-appointed farmhouse, with reception rooms, entertaining rooms, three bedrooms, swimming pool, storage facilities, garages and workshop, generous gardens and 3 meadow fields. In all about 8.99 acres [3.64 hectares]. Potential for alteration and modification to suit individual needs.
Directions
From J36 of the M6 Motorway at the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto A590/A65, in 0.3 miles at Crooklands roundabout, take the 1st exit onto A65, continue for 2.5 miles, then turn right onto Gatebeck Lane and continue for a further 0.4 miles. The entrance to Urchin Rigg Farm is located on the right hand-side, continue along the single-file private access lane for approx. 290m.
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Location
Urchin Rigg Farm is nestled in the parish of Preston Patrick , in a secluded yet accessible location. Surrounded by open countryside with spectacular views approximately 0.7 miles to the east of Summerlands and 0.8 miles north of Endmoor. There is a comprehensive range of local amenities and excellent schools available in the town of Kendal, lies just 5.4 miles to the north.
The property is easily accessed, with J36 of the M6 motorway located only 3 miles to the west and Oxenholme railway station 3.5 miles to the north, which offers frequent services to London, Manchester and Glasgow.
Urchin Rigg is about half a mile from the bus stop for QES School, Kirkby Lonsdale
Outside
Land
The agricultural land in total extends to approximately 6.82 acres [2.76 hectares], which consists of three prime meadow fields in a ring fence. The soil type is freely draining, slightly acid loamy soils. The land is bounded predominantly by dry stone walls.
Surrounding Urchin Rigg are about 29.67 acres [12.01 hectares] of excellent, sound, meadow and pastureland, conveniently divided into three blocks. This land is available, either as a whole, or in separate Lots, if required, by separate negotiation.
Further details can be obtained from the Selling Agents Offices.
Auction General
General Information and Stipulations
The following Stipulations where applicable shall be deemed as Special Conditions of Sale. In the event of any variance between the Stipulations and the Special Conditions of Sale then the latter will prevail. Purchasers will also be deemed to have had full notice of the Stipulations and the Special Conditions of Sale and the same will not be read out at the time of sale. The Special Conditions of Sale may be inspected at the Auctioneer’s Offices and also the offices of the Seller’s Solicitors FOURTEEN days prior to the sale.
N.B Prospective purchasers are requested to contact the Seller’s Solicitors to discuss legal matters pertinent to the Sale Contract and documentation.
Solicitors
Kilvington Solicitors, Westmorland House, Market Square, Kirkby Stephen, CA17 4QT Tel No:
Tenure
Freehold. Vacant possession upon completion.
The date fixed for completion is Friday 12th June 2026 or earlier by mutual agreement.
Method of Sale
The property will be offered for sale as one lot as described in these particulars of sale.
Services
Oil fired central heating, mains water supply, drainage to septic tank and BT internet connection.
Council Tax
Urchin Rigg Farm – Band ‘G’.
Westmorland and Furness Council -
Energy Performance Certificate
Urchin Rigg has an EPC Rating ‘F.
Wayleaves and Easements
The properties are sold subject to and with the benefit of any existing easements, wayleaves and rights of way. The sale is subject to all the existing rights of way, drainage, light, air support and other easements and quasi-easements and outgoings whether mentioned in these particulars or not.
Boundaries
Where the boundary responsibilities are known they are marked with ‘T’. Where no marking, the boundary responsibilities are unknown.
Sale Plan
The sale plan has been prepared by the selling agent for the convenience of the prospective purchasers. It is deemed to be correct, but any error, omission or misstatement shall not affect the sale. Purchasers must satisfy themselves as to accuracy.
Local Authority
Westmorland and Furness Council. Tel No. .
Money Laundering Regulations 2017
We are required by legislation to undertake checks on any potential purchaser prior to accepting their bid. Any interested party should either call into our Kendal Office with photographic ID, i.e., passport/driving licence and proof of address i.e., Council Tax/utility bill for copying prior to the auction or present copies at the Auctioneer’s desk prior to the commencement of the sale.
Viewings
Strictly by appointment only through our South Lakes office in Staveley. Tel No. .
Farmhouse
Urchin Rigg is an inviting characterful traditional stone and slate farmhouse, believed to be around 300 years old, in a private rural location with far reaching views. The farmhouse has been carefully renovated and restored by the owners over the last 30 years to provide spacious accommodation over two floors, extending into the adjoining barn. The property offers potential for change of use/conversion. The property is set within delightful surroundings, with large patio area to the front, lawned gardens and herbaceous borders to the front and side and rear of the property. The access to the property is from Gatebeck Lane along the private access lane. The property has ample parking and turning space to the front and rear. This well-appointed home benefits from double-glazed windows. It retains many traditional period features including exposed timber beams and exposed internal stone walls.
Ground Floor
Reception Hall
5.51m x 3.96m
Staircase, exposed beam and carpeted floor.
Downstairs WC
Fitted with white toilet and wash-hand basin and tile-affect floor.
Cloakroom
2.78m x 1.83m
Carpeted floor.
Lounge
5.71m x 4.39m
Light and airy room with garden views, fireplace with wood burner on a stone slate hearth and carpeted floor.
Kitchen
4.23m x 4.25m
A beautiful, well-presented fitted kitchen with cream units, granite worktop, four-oven gas aga, built in double electric oven and induction hob, sink with mixer tap and wooden floor.
Utility Room
9.58m x 1.7m
Fitted base and wall units, stainless steel sink with mixer tap, tiled floor and side external door.
Dining Room
4.42m x 5.13m
Built in display cupboard, exposed beams and carpeted floor.
Bar
4.49m x 5.34m
Wood burner, exposed stone wall, exposed beams, built in bar, hand basin, double door leading to garden area, staircase leading to games room and carpeted floor.
First Floor
Landing/Sunroom
7.7m x 9.17m
Impressive views overlooking the garden and surrounding area with carpeted floor.
Dressing Room
2.05m x 2.43m
3 double built in wardrobes with carpeted floor.
Bedroom No.1 [Master]
4.26m x 5.81m
Built in wardrobes and storage with carpeted floor.
En-Suite Bathroom
3.01m x 1.74m
White modern toilet, sink and shower with tiled walls and floor.
Family Bathroom
2.23m x 2.96m
Modern fitted suite including w.c, sink, bath and separate shower cubicle, with tiled walls and floor.
Bedroom No.2 [double]
4.52m x 3.34m
Built in double wardrobe with storage, access to loft area and carpeted floor.
Bedroom No.3 [double]
4.43m x 3.08m
Built in wardrobes, storage and chest of draws and carpeted floor.
En-suite (Jack and Jill)
2.62m x 1.78m
Toilet, sink and shower cubicle with power shower with tiled walls and floor. From the Bar Room there is a separate staircase leading to
Games Room
5.71m x 4.64m
Mezzanine area with 3 exposed stone walls, exposed beams and carpeted floor.
Jacuzzi and Sauna Area
8.17m x 3.87m
Jacuzzi, shower facilities, sauna, hand basin, external French doors and a mixture of tiled and carpeted floor. Including W.C. 2.59m x 1.32m (8.49ft x 4.33ft) Sauna 1.99m x 2.34m (6.52ft x 7.67ft)
Swimming Pool Area
12.52m x 6.2m
2 x changing rooms, swimming pool pump cupboard, brick exposed walls and tiled floor, the swimming is approx. 6.9m in length and its deepest depth is approx. 1.76m .
Library
5.97m x 2.87m
Tiled hearth with wood burning stove, carpeted floor and loft access. Stairs leading to cellar
Cellar Room No.1
5.6m x 2.52m
With firing range that goes under the lawn and carpeted floor
Cellar Room No.2
1.2m x 4.37m
Carpeted floor
Conservatory
7.24m x 3.36m
Tiled floor and rear double French doors
Office
5.51m x 4.83m
With access door leading to garage
Garage
5.55m x 6.29m
2x sliding doors and electrics
Ancillary Buildings
Woodhouse
11.84m x 6.08m
The building form part of the stone barn adjoining the farmhouse, the woodhouse is situated above the garage/ office area. The access is via the rear garden and with electric.
Boiler/pump room for pool
6.15m x 1.38m
Again this building forms part of the barn adjoining the farmhouse and with access to water tanks.
Workshop
Detached stone built workshop building with felt roof, concrete floor with electricity and oil – central heating. The building is split into two compartments Compartment 1 - 4.02m x 8.12m (13.18ft x 26.64ft) Compartment 2 - 6.44m x 8.12m (21.12ft x 26.64ft)
Shipping Container No.1
2.34m x 5.98m
Shipping Container No.2
5.98m x 2.34m
Storage Shed No.1
5.3m x 8.16m
Constructed from metal sheeting with concrete floor and mechanic’s pit.
Storage Shed No.2
7.94m x 3.48m
Steel frame building, clad with metal sheeting, concrete floor and double doors.
Garage
4.73m x 2.95m
Prefabricated single garage positioned next to the bottom of the drive.
Brochures
Particulars- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: G
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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