Westmorland Rise, Appleby-in-Westmorland, CA16

Welcome Home To Westmorland Rise...

Set within a highly convenient position in Appleby, just a short walk from the train station on the celebrated Settle to Carlisle line, 11 Westmorland rise offers the rare combination of excellent transport connectivity and generous family living. Whether commuting, welcoming visitors or simply enjoying the ease of rail access, the location is both practical and desirable.

Approached via a substantial driveway with parking for at least four vehicles, the property immediately presents well. The exterior blends red brick and crisp white render beneath a charming porch canopy, providing shelter as you step from car to home. The overall impression is one of space, light and thoughtful design.

Entering through a UPVC double glazed door with an elegant oval glazed panel, you are welcomed into a particularly spacious hallway. Designed with family life in mind, this is a space where boots can be kicked off, sports bags set down and even a dog bed comfortably placed without ever feeling crowded. The herringbone Karndean effect flooring adds both durability and visual warmth.

Immediately ahead sits a generous downstairs cloakroom, finished in soft willow green tones with half height tiling and a delicate mosaic border. The floor echoes a classic Victorian tile aesthetic in a practical modern lino format. A low flush WC, pedestal basin and under stairs storage cupboard complete a highly functional space.

To the front of the house, the lounge offers a luxurious retreat. A deep, plush carpet lies underfoot, enhancing the feeling of comfort. The north easterly facing window looks out across the driveway, welcoming natural light throughout the day. A media wall provides space for a large television and incorporates an electric Optimyst flame effect fire, creating a warm focal point. Decorated in muted putty tones, the room feels calm, cocooning and perfectly suited to evenings spent relaxing.

The flow continues seamlessly into the dining area, where the Karndean flooring carries through, reinforcing the sense of cohesion. From here, the home opens into what is undoubtedly the showpiece of the property: an expansive kitchen diner designed for both everyday family life and entertaining.

The kitchen is styled in a country cream Shaker design, complemented by black laminate work surfaces and Chicago brick style tiling that introduces subtle copper, bronze and chocolate hues. There is an excellent range of eye level and base units, an integrated fridge freezer with fridge above and freezer below, a Russell Hobbs oven with electric hob and extractor, a family dishwasher and a one and a half bowl stainless steel sink positioned to overlook the south westerly facing garden. A deep cupboard provides ideal pantry storage, while the overall scale of the room allows for a substantial dining table and additional seating.

Beyond the kitchen, an extended garden room replaces what was once a conservatory. With dual aspect windows facing south and west, along with west facing patio doors, this space is filled with light from morning through evening. Currently arranged as a stylish formal dining area, it could equally function as a second sitting room, offering a warm and insulated environment with double radiators and excellent thermal performance. The patio doors open onto a generous decked terrace, leading to a well kept lawn and a large garden shed painted in a soft sage green. The garden is enclosed by a combination of low walling, gated access and slatted fencing, with side access ideal for bins and day to day practicality. Multiple seating areas, including decking beneath the kitchen window, enjoy a predominantly south westerly orientation, ensuring sunshine throughout the day.

Returning inside, a well proportioned utility room provides further functionality. Fitted with a range of cupboards, stainless steel sink, space for washing machine and tumble dryer, and room for an additional fridge freezer, it also houses the Worcester boiler and consumer units. A half glazed UPVC door offers external access.

From the utility, a door leads to what was formerly the garage and has now been converted into a fully self contained ground floor bedroom suite. This space offers remarkable flexibility. It could serve as accommodation for a dependent relative, older teenager or long term guest, providing both independence and proximity to the main household. The bedroom is finished with the same luxurious carpeting found in the lounge, decorated in soft muted green tones and enjoying a north easterly outlook to the driveway.

The ensuite is contemporary and stylish, with modern tile effect flooring, a square basin set within a two drawer vanity unit, brushed chrome heated towel rail and low flush WC. The semi-circular shower enclosure features aqua panelling with a subtle holographic finish and a mains fed shower with both waterfall head and handheld attachment. An obscured double glazed window to the north west ensures light while maintaining privacy.

Ascending the staircase, finished with a black post balustrade, white spindles and striped carpet that extends across the landing, the sense of cohesion continues.

The family bathroom mirrors the finishes seen below, with matching flooring and coordinated design. A Mira Combiforce 415 mains fed shower, heated towel rail, concealed flush WC, pedestal basin and shelving for towels and toiletries create a well balanced and practical space.

The principal bedroom is generously proportioned, comfortably accommodating a super king bed and extensive furniture. With a south westerly aspect overlooking the garden, it enjoys excellent natural light. The ensuite continues the cohesive design language, with matching flooring, illuminated mirrored cabinet, low flush WC and a fully tiled rectangular shower enclosure featuring anthracite panelling framed by mosaic detailing. The cool green wall colour has been thoughtfully chosen to complement the south westerly light, resulting in a fresh and contemporary feel.

A further large double bedroom enjoys a north easterly aspect and offers ample space for freestanding furniture. The fourth bedroom, currently arranged as a guest room, features an east facing window and useful storage within the bulkhead over the stairs. It would work equally well as a child’s bedroom or home office. A substantial airing and linen cupboard on the landing provides additional storage, and there is loft access above.

Throughout the home, the decorative palette remains soft, muted and timeless, allowing a new owner to personalise with ease. The attention to detail in colour selection, flooring continuity and considered upgrades creates a property that feels both luxurious and welcoming.

11 Westmorland Rise is a substantial and versatile semi detached home, offering four bedrooms including a self contained ground floor suite, expansive living spaces and a sun filled garden, all within easy reach of Appleby’s amenities and outstanding rail connections. It is a house designed for modern family life, with flexibility, warmth and elegance at its core.

It Is All About Location...

Westmorland Rise occupies an enviable position within easy walking distance of many of Appleby’s most treasured amenities. Just a short stroll away is The Royal Oak, a beautiful traditional inn offering a varied menu, excellent food, a warm welcome and a perfectly poured pint. In the summer months, gelato is served, and the extensive beer garden becomes a lively and much-loved meeting place for locals and visitors alike. Pubs and bars in the town itself will offer the warmest of welcomes and the beer is always cold!

Both Appleby Primary School and the highly regarded Appleby Grammar School are within comfortable walking distance, as is the town’s famous Appleby Railway Station, providing excellent connectivity. The cottage is also well placed for the town’s independent shops, cafés and bars, allowing everyday life to be enjoyed largely on foot.

For wider travel, the A66 lies just a few minutes’ drive away, offering a key west-to-east arterial route across the country, while the M6 motorway can be reached in approximately 15 minutes.

Appleby itself sits within what is often described as the ‘Goldilocks zone’ of the Eden Valley. The village of Dufton, a gateway to the Pennine Way, is only a short drive away. The Yorkshire Dales National Park meets Cumbria at Great Asby, just seven minutes from the property, while the shores of Ullswater can be reached in around 30 minutes, placing some of the region’s most celebrated landscapes within easy reach.

DISCLAIMER

These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property. It is not company policy to test any services or appliances in properties offered for sale and these should be verified on survey by prospective purchasers.