Colton, Ulverston

Forest Field is a quietly elegant country house occupying a private setting in the hamlet of Colton, within the Lake District National Park. Dating from 1888, the main house has been carefully evolved over time, blending period character with practical modern living. A self-contained annex, added in 2000, offers flexibility for guests, multi-generational living or home working, while the kitchen and dining extension creates a natural centrepiece to the house.
Set within just under an acre of south-west facing gardens, the grounds are a particular feature of the property. Mature rhododendrons, herbaceous borders, heritage apple trees and extensive soft fruit planting provide colour and interest throughout the seasons, complemented by a pond, summer house, Victorian-style greenhouse and areas of wild garden. The setting attracts an abundance of wildlife, with regular sightings of owls, buzzards, woodpeckers, hedgehogs and numerous butterfly species.
The house has been consistently upgraded with efficiency in mind and holds an EPC rating of C. Improvements include A-rated UPVC sash windows with krypton-filled glazing, floor and loft insulation, cavity wall insulation where applicable, and a substantial solar battery installation providing approximately 20kWh of storage capacity. Combined with the field-mounted solar array and off-peak charging, the property is capable of operating largely off-grid electrically for around four months of the year.
The kitchen features solid wood cabinetry and Silestone worktops, while heating is provided via a regularly serviced GRANT Vortex oil boiler together with a multi-fuel stove in the snug. The property also benefits from full fibre broadband, a compliant waste treatment plant installed in 2014, and a fully renewed electrical system with regular inspections.
Although situated within the Lake District National Park, Forest Field is not listed, offering the charm of a traditional Lakeland home without the limitations.

A shared entrance hall provides access both to the principal house and to the self-contained first floor annex, which is positioned above the garage and approached via a distinctive spiral staircase.

The main house opens into a traditional reception hall, setting the tone for the accommodation beyond. From here, doors lead through to the principal living room, a beautifully proportioned reception space enjoying superb dual-aspect windows overlooking the gardens, together with a more intimate snug centred around a multi-fuel stove. Also accessed from the hallway are the ground floor bathroom and the kitchen and dining room which together form the heart of the house.

The kitchen is fitted with solid wood cabinetry, complemented by Silestone worktops and ample preparation space, while the adjoining dining area provides an ideal setting for both everyday family life and entertaining, with a natural connection to the gardens beyond.
A broad pitch pine staircase rises to the first floor, where the landing gives access to four well-proportioned bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from an en suite bathroom, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a family shower room.

The annex provides particularly versatile accommodation and comprises an open-plan living and kitchen area, double bedroom and a bathroom, making it ideally suited for guest accommodation, dependent relatives, holiday use or home working.

Dining Room - 5.299 x 4.288 (17'4" x 14'0") -

Kitchen - 5.550 x 4.105 (18'2" x 13'5") -

Ground Floor Bathroom - 2.995 x 2.063 (9'9" x 6'9") -

Living Room - 4.289 x 4.179 (14'0" x 13'8") -

Hallway - 3.535 x 2.748 (11'7" x 9'0") -

Snug - 3.689 x 3.535 (12'1" x 11'7") -

First Floor Landing - 5.973 x 1.076 (19'7" x 3'6") -

Bedroom One - 3.520 x 3.295 (11'6" x 10'9") -

En Suite (Bedroom One) - 1.988 x 1.475 (6'6" x 4'10") -

Bedroom Two - 4.217 x 3.330 (13'10" x 10'11") -

Bedroom Three - 3.035 x 3.033 (9'11" x 9'11") -

First Floor Shower Room - 3.354 x 2.084 (11'0" x 6'10") -

Bedroom Four/Study - 3.657 x 3.063 (11'11" x 10'0") -

Entrance Hall - 4.097 x 2.041 (13'5" x 6'8") -

Annex -

Kitchen-Living - 4.120 x 3.796 (13'6" x 12'5") -

Bedroom - 3.602 x 3.004 (11'9" x 9'10") -

Bathroom - 3.187 x 1.936 (10'5" x 6'4") -

Garage - 7.472 x 4.647 (24'6" x 15'2") - Integral with external access.

Cellar - 4.117 x 4.115 (13'6" x 13'6") - External access.