Skells Lodge, Nr Urswick, Dalton in Furness

Set within the idyllic Furness countryside, this impressive farmhouse offers extensive accommodation that has been thoughtfully upgraded to combine rustic charm with stylish modern living. The current owners have sympathetically enhanced the property’s original character while introducing modern fixtures and fittings throughout. A strong focus on eco-efficiency includes an air source heat pump, solar-enhanced hot water via roof-mounted panels and a solar PV system generating FIT payments, and also supplementing the water heating by diverting any surplus electricity. Outside, the property is features extensive walled gardens with useful outbuildings, ample parking for several vehicles and a garage. Despite its peaceful rural setting, the home also benefits from fast Starlink satellite broadband, offering the perfect balance of countryside living and modern connectivity.

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Description

The living accommodation is both spacious and highly versatile, offering flexibility to suit a wide range of lifestyles while showcasing a wealth of character throughout. An attached porch leads directly into a welcoming dual-purpose reception room that combines a generous dining space with a comfortable lounge area for relaxing. The room is full of charm, featuring slate flagged flooring, rustic stonework surrounding a solid fuel stove, shelved cupboards and pleasant views across the gardens.

Beyond this reception area is a central hallway with stairs rising to the first floor and useful storage beneath, along with access to a home office. From here, a door leads into the kitchen, which forms the true heart of this impressive home. The kitchen is centred around a substantial island unit offering both storage and a breakfast bar for casual dining, while additional cabinets and drawers complement the island and provide excellent storage. A ceramic double-bowl sink with integrated dishwasher sits beneath the polished work surfaces that extend throughout the room, offering ample space for food preparation. There is also space for an American-style fridge freezer and a range-style cooker.

Leading through from the kitchen is a further reception room that provides a cosy yet spacious living area, featuring a traditional range-style fire with open grate and side oven. The attractive slate flooring continues seamlessly into this room, which also benefits from built-in storage and access to a rear porch leading to the laundry room and cloakroom. Double doors open from this reception space onto a patio area where a feature well with a flush glass cover creates a unique focal point.

Upstairs, the landing leads to a beautifully appointed family bathroom fitted with a four-piece suite including a corner shower and a freestanding roll-top bath with shower attachment. There are three generously sized bedrooms on this floor, each enjoying views towards the gardens and surrounding countryside. One of the bedrooms also benefits from a fitted dressing area that leads into a private en-suite shower room with a large shower enclosure, WC and hand basin.

An enclosed staircase from the landing leads to an impressive master suite within the roof space. With vaulted ceilings creating a wonderful sense of openness, this level offers a large bedroom along with a similarly sized room that would make an ideal dressing room. The suite is completed by additional storage and a second en-suite shower room, forming a private and luxurious retreat within this exceptional farmhouse.

Tenure

Freehold.

Services

Mains water and electricity. Drainage to private septic tank. No gas.