Polbeck Barn Askham | Penrith

Polbeck Barn Located at the heart of Askham, a chocolate box Lakeland village in beautiful Lowther Valley A superb four bedroom barn conversion with detached outbuildings and studio located in the highly desirable Lowther Valley village of Askham. Polbeck Barn has been sympathetically converted into a spacious family home with three reception rooms, conservatory and large enclosed garden. The barn has retained many charming period features and the large artist studio offers the potential of further accommodation.

4 5 The barn entrance leads into a spacious entrance hall with adjoining cloakroom and three reception rooms. At the heart of the property is a large dining room, with open stairwell and door into the conservatory. The dining room also leads into the kitchen with fitted cabinets, solid wood worktop and breakfast area. To the end of the hall the generous sitting room has an open fire, exposed stonework and beams and french doors out onto the garden patio. The ground floor is completed by an additional reception room, which could serve as a study or family room.

6 Sunlight streams in through the south facing windows

7 Off the first floor landing are four bedrooms, with four having large fitted wardrobes and the spacious master bedroom having an ensuite shower room. There is an additional bathroom with shower over bath and a small office with walk in airing cupboard and access to a large loft space. The property has a great deal of potential with beautiful period features throughout, including exposed beams and stonework and feature arch and arrow slit windows. The property is extremely light for a barn conversion due to the majority of the rooms facing south facing with large windows.

8 9 In the garden

In the garden

10 To the rear of the property is a pleasant enclosed garden with lawn, sunken patio areas, flower borders and rambling arch roses. A gravel garden leads into a stone outbuilding, which has been converted into an artist studio with water, electricity, oil boiler and wood burning stove. This excellent flexible use space could continue as a studio or home office and has the potential to be converted into annex accommodation (subject to planning consents). To the side of the property is a gravel parking area and an additional area of land with four stone workshops/stores.

ABOVE The large enclosed rear garden with established fruit trees. BELOW The patio area and the welcoming front garden

11 Local Area Guide Cycle through the valley visit a castle enjoy a pint in the local cruise on Ullswater (not just a home)

Polbeck Barn is located in the popular village of Askham, a traditional Lake Food & Drink District village just a few miles from Ullswater. The village is set within the idyllic Lowther Valley with a wealth of walks and country pursuits on the Spoiled for Choice doorstep, including Askham Fell, which offers breathtaking views of Askham has a number of Ullswater and the North Lakeland fells. The tranquil River Lowther fantastic places to enjoy a meal borders the village and is perfect for a relaxing evening walk, with fishing or drink. The Punchbowl and permits available to locals. Village amenities are excellent and include two The Queens Head inns are both pubs, village store, outdoor swimming pool and the award winning Askham filled with character and serve Hall hotel and restaurant. The nearby A6 offers excellent transport traditional pub meals. Try the connections to the M6 and Penrith, with West Coast Main Line station. sample menu at Askham Hall on a special occasion or relax in their garden cafe orchard on a Ullswater sunny day.

Just a few miles away is lake Ullswater - England's second largest lake, which sits amidst the splendour of some of the finest fells in the Lake District. Cruise the lake on boat, take a paddle or enjoy afternoon tea at a lakeside hotel.

12 The Lowther Valley

A beautiful and peaceful valley, with traditional villages, Lowther estate land and the relaxing River Lowther offering a wealth of country pursuits. Here are just some of the ways to enjoy a day in the Lowther Valley

1. On 2 wheels – leave the car at home and cycle your way through the valley. Downloadable cycle routes are available from www.visiteden.co.uk

2. Lowther Castle – this magnificent castle is on the edge of Askham village is now open to the public. It’s a great family day out with cafe, shops, gallery, beautiful gardens and one of the biggest adventure playgrounds in the country. 3

3. Riverside stroll – the tranquil River Eden works its way through the valley offering relaxing riverside walks and picnic spots. If you love to fish apply to www.penrithanglers.co.uk for a fishing permit.

4. View from above – to the west the valley is overlooked by Askham Fell, which can be reached on foot from Askham or by car at Helton. Once at the top explore the extensive network of bridleways and enjoy the views of the valley and 2 lake Ullswater to the west.

413 Rail journeys Based on approximate direct train further info journey durations from Penrith North Lakes. Train service durations vary, check nationalrail.co.uk for further details. On the road 15m Ullswater - 3.5 miles, 11 min Penrith - 4 miles, 10 min Lowther School - 2.4 miles, 7 min 1h 45m Edinburgh M6 junction 40 - 4.5 miles, 10 min Newcastle airport - 76 miles, 1.5 hr 1h 30m Glasgow Central The above journey times and mileages are for approximate guidance only and have been sourced from the fasted suggested route on Google Maps from the property postcode. 1h 39m Manchester

3h 15m London Euston

Services - Mains water, electricity & drainage - Oil central heating

Council tax band - F

Getting to Polbeck Barn From Penrith take the A6 south from Kemplay Bank roundabout. In turn right at the mini roundabout for Ullswater, after passing over the Yanwath railway bridge the road folks left, follow this for 2.5 miles until you reach Askham. Turn right at the Queens Head and Polbeck Barn is on the left hand side opposite the village green.

Address: Polbeck Barn, Askham, Penrith, CA10 2PG

To view: Strictly by appointment only with Fine & Country Telephone 01768 869007 or email [email protected]

14 Measured floor plans

Ground Floor

First Floor

Outbuildings

Agents Notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric equivalents and for general guidance only and while every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included in the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure.

15 Fine & Country Tel 00 (44) 1768 869007 [email protected] 1 Little Dockray, Penrith, , CA11 7HL