Brackenber Farmhouse, Cold Cotes, Clapham, Lancaster, LA2

A splendid three bedroom Grade II Listed farmhouse in an elevated position with outstanding views toward Bowland Fell. The property is well presented throughout and has a private walled garden with detached building enjoying unspoilt country views.

This highly attractive period farmhouse, proudly displaying a date stone of 1696, enjoys a classic and characterful frontage featuring hooded mullioned windows alongside charming arched openings. The property adjoins what was originally a barn, now sympathetically converted into a separate residence, with an additional cottage completing the terrace.

Internally, the home retains a wealth of original character and charm. The spacious sitting room is particularly impressive, showcasing a fully exposed stone wall with an inset fireplace housing a recessed multi-fuel stove, complemented by original salt hole and bread oven recessed within both the wall and fireplace. To the opposite side of the property, the traditional farmhouse kitchen is well-appointed with electric Aga set within a tiled surround and beam mantel. Fitted with base cupboards and drawers topped with complementary work surfaces, it also includes a 1 1/2 bowl ceramic sink, integrated fridge, and dishwasher. Quarry tiled flooring and a double-glazed window frame delightful views across the valley. Pine panelled doors with traditional sneck fittings lead through to a useful store room and pantry with space for larder style fridge and chest freezer. From the pantry is access to the utility room where there is a wc and space and plumbing for washing machine. Also off the kitchen is a handy store come boot room.

The first floor offers three generously proportioned double bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with en-suite shower room, alongside a well-appointed house bathroom with freestanding bath and separate shower. The attic area provides an additional versatile space, currently used as a hobby room.

The property benefits from oil-fired central heating and sealed unit double glazed windows. An internal viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the charm and authenticity of this delightful home.

Externally, there is a private patio area to the front, ideal for outdoor seating. In addition, the property includes a detached parcel of land enclosed by traditional dry stone walls, comprising a mix of gravelled and lawned areas with greenhouse, shed, planted borders, vegetable beds, fruit trees and soft fruits, all enjoying superb views towards the Bowland Fells. Please note that there is no vehicular access to this land. Within this area is a substantial outbuilding with mains electricity and underfloor heating which offers excellent potential for a variety of uses. The property also benefits from a stone-built garage with adjoining store and fuel bunker.

Cold Cotes is a very small unspoilt hamlet which still includes some working farms set amidst scenic countryside. To the South is Settle within approximately ten miles offering a wide range of shops, schools catering for all age levels and other amenities, nearby Clapham village includes a school, shop, pub and the railway station is on the Leeds to Carlisle line. To the North there is Ingleton with shops catering for most everyday needs, pubs and primary school, beyond Kirkby Lonsdale access to the M6 and the Lake District.

Services
Mains Electricity, Water and Drainage are installed. Domestic heating in the main house is from an oil fired central heating boiler.

Parking
Garage

Tenure
Freehold

Council Tax
Band E

From Settle proceed up the A65 towards Ingleton and Kirkby Lonsdale, approximately nine miles from Settle and soon after passing Newby look out for the signposted right turn to Cold Cotes (one mile). Follow the road into the village and Brackenber Farmhouse will be seen on the right hand side immediately opposite the small post box.