THE CROMWELL WING £990,000

Thurland Castle, Tunstall, LA6 2QR

Truly impressive - one of the principal residences within this outstanding Grade II* Listed moated castle in the heart of the scenic Lune Valley.

Are you ready for a slice of country living, castle style? Three en suite bedrooms and two principal rooms are majestic in their proportions with impressive period features and terrific views over stunning, well maintained communal grounds to open countryside with imposing Ingleborough in the distance. Exclusive use of a seating terrace, a double garage and private parking in the main forecourt. Approached by a fabulous tree-lined gated driveway and all set within 10 acres with a hardcourt tennis court and moat side walk.

Unrivalled grandeur, security and seclusion in an accessible and scenically beautiful location.

www.davis-bowring.co.uk Welcome to The CROMWELL WING £990,000 , Tunstall, LA6 2QR

Tunstall - a wonderful village to call home. In the 2019 poll by The Times, Tunstall came highly recommended. There’s no wonder, this small village definitely packs a punch - lying in the heart of the scenically renowned Lune Valley, it has a church, village hall and tennis court and a popular ‘foodie’ pub The Lunesdale Arms. A series of footpaths ensures that many lovely walks, runs or cycle rides are available from the front door. The Lune Valley lies between the National Parks of the Lakes and Dales; every bit as desirable and beautiful it encapsulates a series of villages framed by undulating hills offering thriving country life, local communities and village living. Voted in the best top ten places to live in the North West by The Sunday Times for two years in a row, the Cumbrian market town of Kirkby Lonsdale is conveniently located 4.6 miles to the north and has much to offer in terms of places to eat and drink, independent shops, a weekly market, banks and a post office, as well as branches of Boots and Booths, our regional supermarket. There is also a range of commercial businesses represented in the town as well as an optician, two dentists and a large doctors’ surgery. The nearest city is Lancaster (13 miles) with comprehensive amenities as well as Lancaster University, Lancaster & College and the Royal Lancaster Infirmary. If you are researching schools then Lancaster is home to the well regarded boys’ and girls’ grammar schools with highly respected Queen Elizabeth School at Kirkby Lonsdale nearer. Primary schools are up and down the valley at Hornby, Kirkby Lonsdale, Caton and Melling. There are independent schools at Sedbergh (with Sedbergh Preparatory School located at Casterton) and Giggleswick. If you want to explore further afield - By car - if you want to wake up and see fields but don’t want to be isolated then you will be pleased with the accessibility of Tunstall. On the A683, J34 M6 is 10.2 miles distant. By train - on the main west coast line, Lancaster to London Euston in 2.5 hours. By air - airports are at Manchester 73 miles, Leeds Bradford 50.3 miles and Liverpool 78.5 miles. To find the property - exit M6 at Junction 34 (Lancaster) and take the A683 toward Kirkby Lonsdale. Travel through the villages of Caton, Hornby and Melling. Shortly after leaving Melling there is the small bridge over the River Greta and a right hand turn to Ingleton. Follow the main road round to the left and go past the small cottages on the right. The main entrance to the castle is next on the right. Continue through the gated entrance and up the impressive tree-lined drive. Visitor car park is on the right before crossing the moat.

Luxurious living in a Grade II* Listed castle

In common with most genuine castles, Thurland has had a rich and dramatic past. With earlier origins, Sir Thomas De Tunstall was granted a Royal Licence to crenulate his manor house in 1404 which then officially became Thurland Castle. In 2000 the property was purchased by a well regarded residential development company who painstakingly divided the property into 12 individual houses and apartments; seven in the main castle and five in the former stables. The Cromwell Wing (with an approximate gross internal area of 3497 sq ft (324.9 sq m) is an impressive conversion forming a large part of the main castle. Well presented throughout, the property has been finished to an extremely high standard combining the best of modern design whilst retaining its fabulous historical and architectural features. Make an entrance into the oak panelled hall with decorative tiled floor and be sure to look up to admire the decorative ceiling and leaded windows; there’s also a beautiful leaded and stained window and a heraldic carving above the door leading into the drawing room. The two principal rooms are of tremendous proportions with wonderful ceiling cornices and original fireplaces. The stunning drawing room is dual aspect with a York stone fireplace and oak panelled walls. The living kitchen boasts a beautifully carved fireplace with crest and decorative tiled slips and a lovely large window with panelled reveals and seat overlooking the terrace and moat. The kitchen area is fitted with cream shaker style units with wooden worktops, a matching island unit and Rangemaster gas stove. The staircase hall with cloakroom leads to the first floor landing. Here you will find a home office with oak fitted desk and shelving. The spacious main bedroom with an impressive suite of furniture, is light and bright with two windows overlooking the moat and parkland providing the ideal position for a spot of bird watching. There is a five piece en suite bathroom and large dressing room with fitted wardrobes. There are two further double bedrooms, both with en suite shower rooms. All three bedrooms have period fireplaces. Accessed from the staircase hall is a private flagged terrace - it’s perfect for a moment of peace in a busy world or for entertaining family and friends. From here there are fabulous views over the fields to Ingleborough. Steps lead down to the moat and surrounding landscaped parkland,10 acres in all with pathways and mature trees; there’s even a hardcourt tennis court if you are looking for something more energetic than a gentle stroll. All owners have a double garage with allocated private and additional visitor parking. Services and specification

• Mains electricity and water. Private drainage.

• Calor gas fired central heating. New combi-boiler installed in 2019

• Heated towel rails to bath and shower rooms

• B4RN hyperfast broadband connected. For more details on this world beating local service visit the website b4rn.org.uk. Working from home has never been so easy!

• Wiring to principle rooms for B&O sound system

• Electric entrance gates

Tenure

The Cromwell Wing is being sold on the balance of a 999 year lease which is subject to payment of an quarterly maintenance charge (the amount payable for 2020 is £1,369) which covers garden, building and ground maintenance, treatment plant, external lighting and buildings insurance. The leaseholders own a share in the freehold title and so effectively run and maintain the castle themselves with the help of a management company so that responsibility is not onerous or time consuming for the residents leaving more time to do the things they love. Useful information

Council tax The Cromwell Wing is currently banded H for Council Tax purposes. Potential purchasers are advised to verify this information for themselves.

Local Authority Lancaster City Council. Town Hall, Lancaster, LA1 1QR. T: 01524 582000 W: www.lancaster.gov.uk

Please note Most of the furniture along with carpets, curtains, matching pelmets, blinds, bed treatments and cushions are all included in the sale, as are light fittings and the kitchen appliances listed.

Viewing All viewings to be made strictly by prior appointment with Davis & Bowring T: 015242 74445 or by contacting Maria Partington, T: 07725 659574.

Money Laundering Prospective buyers should be aware that in the event that they make an offer for the property, they will be required to provide the agent with documents in relation to the Money Laundering Regulations; one being photographic ID, i.e. driving licence or passport and the other being a utility bill showing their address. These can be provided in the following ways: by calling into the agent's office with copies or by way of a certified copy provided via their solicitor. In addition prospective buyers will be required to provide information regarding the source of funding as part of the agent's offer procedure. Lane House, Kendal Road 015242 74445 Kirkby Lonsdale [email protected] LA6 2HH www.davis-bowring.co.uk

IMPORTANT Davis & Bowring, for themselves and for the vendors or lessors of this property whose agents they are give notice that (i) these particulars are set out as a general outline only for guidance of intending purchasers or lessees, and do not constitute, nor constitute part of an offer or contract; (ii) all descriptions, photographs, measurements, areas, dimensions, references to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation, and other details are given without responsibility and any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them; (iii) no person in the employment of Davis & Bowring, has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property nor have we carried out a detailed survey or tested the services, appliances or fittings in the property; (iv) all viewings are carried out at the sole risk of the viewer and neither the selling agent nor the vendor takes responsibility for any part of the property.