Orchard Cottage, Wetheral Shields, Wetheral, Carlisle, CA4 8JA

Wetheral 2 Miles | Carlisle 5 miles | Gretna 16 miles | Penrith 18 mile
(all distances are approximate).

A substantial mixed-use property offering residential, commercial and investment potential, comprising an office building, a large barn with an attached workshop, and six self-contained letting units. The property also includes a paddock, stable block and field shelters, presenting an exceptional opportunity for redevelopment or further enhancement, subject to the necessary consents.

Situation - The property occupies an attractive rural position whilst remaining accessible, being conveniently located close to Junction 42 of the M6 motorway. The location provides excellent transport links to Carlisle and the Scottish Borders to the north, and Penrith and the wider Lake District to the south.

Nearby Wetheral is one of Cumbria's most sought-after villages, situated on the banks of the River Eden and renowned for its historic character, attractive sandstone buildings and range of local amenities.

Just a few miles to the west lies Carlisle, Cumbria's only city, offering a comprehensive range of shopping, leisure, educational and healthcare facilities. Rich in heritage, the city is home to landmarks such as Carlisle Castle and Carlisle Cathedral, whilst also benefiting from mainline rail services and excellent connectivity to the wider North West, Scotland and beyond.

Description - A rare opportunity to acquire a versatile property comprising a range of buildings and land with income generating potential. The property includes a substantial detached property which obtained consent for change of use from residential to commercial in 2023 and is currently used as offices. The property offers the possibility of conversion back to a residential house, subject to the necessary consents.

The site includes a substantial traditional sandstone barn beneath a pitched roof, currently subdivided to provide a number of individual storage rooms. To the rear, a large workshop offers further ancillary space.

The property also features an attractive courtyard development of single-storey units, which have collectively, provided versatile accommodation suitable for a wide range of commercial and business uses, having historically accommodated a dog grooming business, veterinary clinic, retail premises, storage and staff welfare facilities.

Externally, the property benefits from an area of hardstanding currently utilised for parking.

Beyond the buildings there are three adjoining paddocks extending to approximately half an acre, with a menage, double stable block, tack room and two field shelters. The stable block is well-established, constructed of concrete block with concrete flooring overlaid by rubberised matting, and benefit from mains water and electricity supplies.

The diverse range of buildings and land offers considerable scope for commercial, equestrian, leisure, lifestyle or potential redevelopment opportunities, subject to the necessary planning consents.

General Information -

Services - The property is served by a mains electricity and water supply, together with a newly installed waste water treatment plant and associated drainage.

Rights Of Way And Easements - The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way whether public or private, rights of water, light, support, drainage, electricity, and other rights and obligations, easements, quasi-easements, restrictive covenants and all existing and proposed wayleaves whether referred to or not.

Local Authority - Cumberland Council
Civic Centre, Rickergate, Carlisle CA3 8QG
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Council Tax - Band E

Energy Performance Certificate - Orchard Cottage (Office) - E (107)
Unit Block - B (50)

Method Of Sale - Orchard Cottage is offered for sale by private treaty. It is anticipated that offers will be invited at a closing date for best bids, but the Seller reserves the right to agree a sale at any point without further reference to interested parties.

Fixtures, Fittings And Equiptment - Only those items specifically mentioned in these particulars are included in the sale.

Boundaries - Neither the Seller nor the Seller’s Agent will be responsible for defining the boundaries or their ownership thereof and the Purchaser(s) shall rely on their own inspections and the information appearing in the Land Registry. Maintenance responsibilities are indicated by the T marks on the transfer plan.

Sporting Rights And Mineral Rights - The sporting and mineral rights are included in the sale so far as they are owned.

Timber - All standing and fallen timber will be included in the sale.

Vat - Any guide price quoted or discussed are exclusive of VAT. Should any part of the sale or any rights attached to it become chargeable items for the purpose of VAT then this will be payable by the purchaser. No election to tax has been made in respect to the property.

Viewing - Appointments will be arranged through the Selling Agent only by calling .

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Postcode - CA4 8JA

Conditions Of Sale -

Purchase Price & Deposit - Upon exchange of contracts, a non-refundable deposit of 10% of the purchase price shall be paid. The balance will fall due for payment on completion at a date to be agreed and whether entry is taken or not with interest accruing at the rate 5% above the bank of England base rate.

Anti-Money Laundering And Proof Of Funds - All offers to purchase the property from the UK or overseas based purchases (regardless of whether the offer is on a cash basis or subject to funding) must be accompanied by evidence of source of funds. This can be in the form of a bank statement showing the purchase price, a financial reference from a bank or funding source, or confirmation from a solicitor that the purchaser has sufficient funds to complete the purchase. Anti-Money Laundering Regulations require us to undertake ID verification checks on all purchasers. A charge of £37.50 plus VAT per purchaser will apply for these checks.

Disputes - Should any discrepancy arise within these particulars of sale or the interpretation of them, the question shall be referred to the arbitration of the Selling Agency whose decision acting experts will be final.

Overseas Purchasers - Any offer by a purchaser(s) who is resident out of the United Kingdom must be accompanied by a guarantee from a bank who is responsible for the Sellers.

Plans, Areas And Schedules - These are based on the Ordnance Survey and Rural Land Register and are there for reference only. They have been carefully checked by the Selling Agents and the purchaser shall be deemed to have satisfied himself as to the description of the property and any error misstatement shall not annul the sale and does not entitle either party to compensation in respect of thereof.

Lotting - It is intended to offer the property for sale as described but the Seller reserves the right to divide the property into further lots, or to withdraw the property, or to exclude any property shown in these particulars.

Apportionments - The council tax and all other outgoings will be apportioned between the Seller and the Purchaser(s) as at the date of completion.

Photographs Taken: May 2026
Particulars Drafted: June 2026