Lakes Estates
13/14 Devonshire Arcade
Penrith
Cumbria
CA11 7SX
Colby, Appleby-In-Westmorland
Guide price £460,000
3 Bedroom House - Detached
- 3 Bed Reversed Accommodation, Detached House
- Stunning Views over Open Fields to the North Pennines
- Beautifully Landscaped Garden
- Plentiful Private Parking & Two Garages
- Attractive Kitchen with Views
- Spacious Lounge & Dining Room
- Quiet Village close to Appleby
- Excellent Access to the A66
- Grammar School, Train Station & Many Amenities in Appleby
- Found in Excellent Condition Throughout
Built in 1981, this outstanding three-bedroom detached home offers a unique reversed accommodation layout and is set within beautifully landscaped grounds. The property enjoys stunning, uninterrupted views over open fields towards the North Pennines.
The spacious and well-presented accommodation includes a lovely dining kitchen, a separate dining room, and a bright and comfortable lounge, all ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The master bedroom benefits from its own dressing room, adding a touch of luxury to the home. There is a well appointed family bathroom, utility room and a ground floor w/c.
Externally, the property boasts two garages, ample private parking, and well-maintained landscaped gardens, providing both practicality and excellent outdoor space.
Located in the highly regarded village of Colby, the property is just a short distance from Appleby, which offers a range of amenities including a grammar school, train station, and excellent access to the A66, making it ideal for commuters and families alike.
Entrance Hallway / Landing
Front door leads into the entrance hallway with stairs leading down to the ground floor and internal doors to the first floor accommodation. Wooden flooring.
Lounge
5.95 x 4.29 (19'6" x 14'0")A spacious, light and airy lounge benefits from triple aspect double glazed windows which offer stunning views over open fields to the North Pennine fells. Wooden flooring. There is a fireplace with hearth, surround and mantle as well as a radiator. There is a door giving access to the side.
Dining Room
4.27 x 3.33 (14'0" x 10'11")A spacious room which is perfect for formal dining. There is a double glazed window to the rear aspect giving stunning views over open fields to the North Pennine fells. Wooden flooring. Radiator.
Kitchen Diner
5.03 x 3.38 (16'6" x 11'1")A modern kitchen suite which has a range of fitted wall and base units with complementing worksurfaces, splashbacks and a sink drainer unit. There are a range of integrated appliances including, fridge freezer, dishwasher, oven, microwave, induction hob and extractor hood. There is ample space for dining furniture. Dual aspect double glazed windows makes the room bright and airy. Wooden flooring. Radiator.
Utility Room
3.03 x 2.39 (9'11" x 7'10")A useful space which has fitted wall and base units with complementing worksurfaces and a sink drainer unit. There is plumbing for a washing machine and dryer. Wooden flooring. Radiator. Built in storage cupboards. Double glazed window to the side aspect.
First Floor W/C
Has a fitted two piece suit comprising: low level w/c and vanity sink unit. Fitted mirror with downlights. Tiled splashbacks. Double glazed window to the front aspect.
Ground Floor Hallway
Stairs lead down to the ground floor hallway. Fitted carpet. Understairs storage cupboard. Doors to the ground floor accommodation. Radiator.
Principal Bedroom
3.82 x 3.38 (12'6" x 11'1")A spacious double bedroom which has a double glazed window to the rear aspect giving stunning views out over the garden towards the North Pennine fells. Sliding patio doors open to a covered patio and an archway opens to the dressing room. Wooden flooring. Radiator.
Dressing Room
2.68 x 1.59 (8'9" x 5'2")Has a range of fitted wardrobes and a sink unit with storage under. Wooden flooring. Radiator. Double glazed window to the rear aspect.
Family Bathroom
2.68 x 2.32 (8'9" x 7'7")A well appointed bathroom which has a fitted four-piece suite comprising: shower cubicle containing a mains shower unit, panelled bath, low level w.c and a pedestal sink unit. Heated towel rail. Tiled wall coverings. Double glazed window to the rear aspect.
Bedroom Two
3.89 x 3 (12'9" x 9'10")A spacious double bedroom which has a double glazed window to the rear aspect giving stunning views out over the garden towards the North Pennine fells. Fitted carpet. Built in wardrobes. Radiator.
Bedroom Three
2.70 x 2.19 (8'10" x 7'2")Currently used as an office, this is a comfortable sized bedroom with built-in storage cupboards. Fitted carpet. Double glazed window to the rear aspect.
Garage One
4.80 x 4.56 (15'8" x 14'11")A fantastic, spacious garage which has an up and over door to the front elevation and doors to the side garden & utility room. Spacious enough to comfortably house a car. Houses the oil fired Worcester Bosch boiler. Power and lighting. Double glazed window to the rear.
Garage Two
4.68 x 3.57 (15'4" x 11'8")Added by the current owners a second spacious garage designed to comfortably house a car. There is an up and over door to the front. Double glazed window to the rear.
Outside
Externally, the property continues to impress. The property occupies an expansive plot which is tiered. There is vast space for outdoor activities, gardening, or simply enjoying the beautiful surrounding countryside. Whether you're an avid gardener, a nature enthusiast, or simply someone who appreciates the finer things in life, the tiered rear garden offers something for everyone. Stone steps lead to the rear garden, which is a haven of greenery and productivity. Large grassed lawn with shrubbery and trees of various sizes, including an apple tree. The pond is currently drained with large stones, ready to fill or return to a pond. Stone wall with fir tree boundary, while various seating areas allow you to soak up the natural surroundings and views of the North Pennine fells in the distance. Low maintenance front garden with wooden fence and stone wall boundary, grassed lawn and shrubbery. Stone wall and fir tree boundary, with views of the fells in the distance. Additionally, there is a driveway offering plentiful private parking and twin garages.
Services
Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired central heating. We have been advised the septic tank is only connected to the ground floor Bathroom. Everything else on the upper floor is connected to the mains drainage. The septic tank is located at the bottom of the rear garden. Superfast Broadband is available.
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