The Old School, Roweltown, Carlisle, Cumbria

A rare opportunity to acquire a characterful four-bedroom detached former schoolhouse, set within 0.60 acre of peaceful countryside. Offering two reception rooms, flexible family accommodation and a brick-built double garage, this distinctive home combines historic charm with convenient access to Brampton, Longtown and Carlisle.

A Characterful Former Schoolhouse on a 0.60-acre plot.

Surrounded by peaceful countryside, this enchanting four-bedroom detached home offers the space, warmth and flexibility needed for relaxed family life. Two inviting reception rooms provide plenty of room to unwind, entertain or spend time together, while the generous kitchen/breakfast room is a natural heart of the home. With a ground-floor bathroom and a first-floor shower room, the accommodation can also adapt beautifully to multi-generational living.

Outside, the home sits within an impressive plot of almost half an acre, offering abundant space for children to play, keen gardeners to create, and friends and family to gather in the fresh country air. The brick-built double garage has power and lighting, making it ideal for secure parking, practical storage or a workshop.

Once a sandstone school dating back to 1868, the property has a captivating history and a character all its own. Its heritage lends the home a special sense of place, creating a truly memorable setting for the next chapter of family life.

Although wonderfully secluded, the property remains within easy reach of some of the region’s most celebrated landscapes, including Hadrian’s Wall, Kielder Nature Reserve and the North Pennines. The nearby Crossings Inn provides a welcoming option for dining and drinks, while Brampton and Longtown are each around 10 miles away and the vibrant city of Carlisle is approximately 15 miles from the door. It is a rare opportunity to enjoy genuine rural tranquillity without giving up everyday convenience.

Directions
Head for the M6 at Junction 44 near Carlisle, passing the commercial area around Kingstown. Follow the M6 northbound and then join the A7, travelling through the countryside around Blackford. After turning right and continuing for 2.8 miles, turn right onto the A6071, a route that passes farmland and small rural settlements. Continue for 0.4 miles, then follow Fergushill, passing scattered farms and open views of the Scottish Borders landscape. After 4.5 miles, turn left and continue for a further 2.4 miles, then turn right. Your destination will be on the left.

Services
LPG powered central heating with mains electric and water being connected. Neither these services nor any boilers or radiators have been tested. Drainage is to a septic tank, connected to a soakaway. Any alterations required to meet current regulations are to be the responsibility of the purchaser.

Please note no formal investigation has been carried out as to the operation of the sewerage system and septic tanks, these may not meet the current General Binding Rules 2020 and the property is being sold on this basis. All parties must ensure that their lenders are aware of this before submitting an offer.

Key Information:
• Standard construction.
• We understand that broadband and mobile telephone reception are available. For an indication of speeds and supply please see the OFCOM website:
• There is private off road vehicle parking.