Whicham Mill & Swallow Barn

WHICHAM | | A beautiful Lakeland cottage with a welcoming and charming holiday cottage set in glorious unspoiled surroundings

Millom 5.3 miles | Ulverston 14.7 miles | Barrow-in- 20.9 miles Windermere 25.6 miles | M6 Junction 36 34.3 miles

Accommodation in Brief

Whicham Mill Sitting Room | Kitchen/Dining Area | Conservatory Master Bedroom with En-suite | Bedroom Shower Room

Swallow Barn Open Plan Sitting Room/Kitchen Two Bedrooms | Bathroom

Gardens & Grounds | Parking | Woodland In All Around 0.81 Acres

The Property

Whicham Mill is a characterful former mill situated in the glorious peaceful surroundings of the Cumbrian countryside with Whitecombe Beck tumbling past. Nestled close by is Swallow Barn, a traditional Lakeland barn that has been beautifully converted to create a stylish and desirable holiday cottage. The holiday cottage has proved to be extremely popular and successful, with glowing reviews from visitors. Tucked away at the foot of the , Whicham Mill and Swallow Barn are perfectly located to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, whilst enjoying the remarkable unspoiled landscape. The two properties are orientated in such a way that they are entirely private from one another.

Whicham Mill

The front door of Whicham Mill opens into the gorgeous and light sitting room, with windows to either end, elegant beams to the ceiling and wonderful slate flooring. An inviting fireplace with woodburning stove provides a focal point to this generous yet cosy space. The kitchen/dining area offers a fine range of kitchen units and again has charming beams and slate flooring. Appliances include a range cooker set in an inglenook and a Belfast sink. There is ample room for a table and chairs, providing everyday dining space. The large and bright conservatory is the perfect spot to relax with views over the gardens and beyond.

The sleeping accommodation is to the first floor. The fabulous master bedroom has a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams and a charming elevated en-suite area to one end featuring a freestanding roll top bath, providing a luxurious atmosphere. A generous second double bedroom also has an impressive vaulted ceiling. The bedrooms are served by a well-appointed shower room with suite comprising walk-in shower, wash hand basin and WC, all finished in the light and welcoming style that is found throughout.

There is full planning permission in place to extend and alter Whicham Mill to create an open plan kitchen/diner, an additional bedroom, a dressing room and a shower room.

Swallow Barn

Swallow Barn is positioned close to Whicham Mill and offers a fantastic opportunity for a purchaser looking for a lifestyle and business opportunity in the heart of some of the finest Lakeland scenery to be found. With two bedrooms available, Swallow Barn attracts visitors looking to enjoy the incredible surrounds, with hikers, climbers and bikers amongst those making the most of the outdoor activities.

The open plan sitting room/kitchen sits to the ground floor, with a stunning finish and traditional yet comfortable feel. The kitchen is well equipped and slate flooring runs throughout the ground floor complete with underfloor heating. The master bedroom is simple and attractive, with character features and views of the gardens. The second bedroom is similarly charming, and both are served by the bathroom including bath with shower over, wash hand basin, WC and heated towel rail.

Swallow Barn has a private stone walled patio to enjoy the afternoon sun and to relax after a day exploring everything the area has to offer.

Externally

The property is positioned in gorgeous gardens and grounds in the south west of the National Park. A small wooden bridge crosses Whitecombe Beck and leads past Swallow Barn to Whicham Mill. There is ample parking available. The gardens are laid out with lawned areas, well- stocked borders, quiet seating areas and raised planting beds, with the beck meandering around the north and east edges. Mature trees surround the property forming a hidden haven. The plot also includes a wooded area that is thriving with wildlife. In all the property extends to around 0.81 acres.

Local Information

The property is perfectly positioned for exploring in this beautiful area, with a fantastic range of outdoor activities available both from the doorstep and in the vicinity, such as mountain biking in the Whicham Valley and up the 600-metre high Black Combe. The beaches at and are within a few minutes drive, as is the Hodbarrow RSPB reserve, whilst the market town of Broughton-in-Furness is close by.

Also easily accessible via pretty drives are the River Duddon, Corney Fell, Coniston Water, the Furness Peninsula, Furness Abbey, The Dock Museum, Nature Reserve, Piel Island and the Cumbrian Coastal Way. Muncaster Castle and “La’al Ratty” miniature steam railway at all make for wonderful days out as do the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway, the Aquarium of the Lakes and steam boat cruises on Windermere.

For schooling there is both primary and secondary schooling available in Millom, along with a nursery. There are train links from Millom just a short drive from Whicham Mill, with local trains to Lancaster, and onward to all national centres. Swallow Barn Swallow Barn Ground Floor First Floor Floor Plans

Whicham Mill Whicham Mill Ground Floor First Floor Directions

Travelling from the M6, exit at Junction 36 and take the A590 signposted for Barrow. Keep following signs for A590 Barrow for 23 miles. On reaching the roundabout at Greenod, take the first exit onto the A5092 which becomes the A595 at Grizebeck. Follow the A595, crossing the River Duddon at . Continue for another 4.3 miles then take the right-hand turn onto a track. Follow the track for 0.2 miles then cross the small wooden bridge to Whicham Mill. Note: Sat Nav will bring visitors to the vicinity, but follow written directions to reach the property.

Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way

The property is being sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether or not specified within the sales particulars.

Services

Mains electricity. Private water and drainage to Klargester. Oil-fired central heating. LPG gas to oven and hob in Swallow Barn.

Postcode Council Tax EPC Tenure

LA18 5LX Band D Rating E Freehold

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