luxury houses with panoramic view for sale Keswick, United Kingdom

As they say, location, location, location. With a prime location on a quiet cul-de-sac of highly individual prime properties in the heart of the sought after Conservation Area village of Arkholme, The Parrock enjoys an enviable setting commanding tremendous, unobscured panoramic views in a westerly direction. The Parrock, the name taken from the old English for paddock or field, is a truly impressive modern detached house. Designed by local architects Mason Gillibrand and has been built in the style of the Arts & Crafts Movement, with a strong nod towards the Scottish architect Charles Rennie Mackintosh. Filled with natural light, the extensive accommodation is well proportioned and has a well-considered layout as well as high specification and innovative fittings ensuring it is both easy to run and a pleasure to occupy. On offer is a porch, glazed vestibule, reception hall with cloakroom, fabulous double height open plan living kitchen, utility room, home office/cinema, first floor galleried sitting room, five double bedrooms, three of which are ensuite in addition to a house bathroom. A double garage is attached as is a boiler room.  Benefitting from the glorious open views every bit as much as the house, sunny gardens surround the property with established planting, a super split-level deck, a kitchen garden and ample parking. Rural but not remote, there is great access to the motorway, road and rail networks whether travelling for work or pleasure and with full fibre gigabit broadband provision, working from home has never been easier.  This is an excellent family house delivering on every level. Looking back on our time here it’s been a wonderful place to bring up a family. It’s homely, a hug of a house. Location One of the English countryside’s unspoilt gems, the Lune Valley begins just a few minutes’ drive from Lancaster and borders both the Forest of Bowland AONB and the national park of the Yorkshire Dales. With a backdrop of green and gently undulating fells, at the heart of which is the meandering river, the Lune Valley has long been a sought-after place to live; thriving local communities have taken root in picturesque villages and hamlets with a great choice of destination country pubs. This is a wonderful place to live if you value life in the countryside but equally rate excellent road and rail links. Highly picturesque, Arkholme is a well-regarded and popular choice for those seeking a quiet village setting with direct access to the surrounding countryside. The village sits astride the B6254, with The Parrock located on Main Street, an impressive cul-de-sac which runs from the main road down to the River Lune. It is this road that the art historian Sir Nikolaus Pevsner describes as “a very pretty street” in the Pevsner Architectural Guide to The Buildings of England. Arkholme’s thriving local community is centered around the village hall which has a busy diary of events throughout the year and hosts numerous local groups and classes. Within Arkholme is a primary school and church. As a point of interest, Arkholme is one of only two Thankful Villages in Lancashire; those rare places that suffered no fatalities during the Great War of 1914 -1918. In terms of local amenities, Arkholme is almost equidistant between Kirkby Lonsdale and Carnforth; each town has much to offer in terms of services. Kirkby Lonsdale is nearest (5.3 miles distant) and has a busy main street of independent retailers, bars, cafes and  restaurants as well as all the usual amenities; doctors, dentists, opticians, hairdressers and barbers, a Post Office and branch of Booths supermarket. There is also an excellent Thursday market offering fresh local produce. Carnforth (6 miles away) offers not only Booths, but also Tesco, Aldi and the Co-op. For a greater choice, the city of Lancaster is to hand having much to offer all generations with established cultural and music scenes, bars and restaurants, an excellent range of national and independent retailers, professional and health care services. Connectivity is a major selling point of life here in Arkholme. Transport links are to hand with convenient access onto the M6 at either J35 or J36 depending on the direction of your travel and train stations on the main West Coast line at both Lancaster and Oxenholme (Kendal) as well as branch line stations at Carnforth and Wennington. If you are jetting off, then there is a choice of three airports;  Leeds Bradford, Manchester or Liverpool. We were looking for an outdoor lifestyle in a beautiful setting that would give our children the ability to explore the surrounding countryside and mess about on the river, just as we did when we were young. Straight from the house there are such lovely walks and great cycling routes which we’ve all enjoyed as a family, we could take a different route almost every day. As a family we’ve enjoyed taking part in community events, if you want to join in there’s lots going on between the church and the village hall; apple pressing, bonfire night and the Christmas parties. We used to serve mulled wine and mince pies on Christmas Eve after the crib service, it’s been a very happy house. Step inside The Parrock is an inviting property, one where the views of the outside profoundly affect the interior. The south facing outlook is panoramic, stretching across and down the valley taking in the undulating fells behind the villages of Melling and Claughton which lie on the opposite side of the River Lune. Design wise, there is a strong focus on the domestic architecture of the Arts & Crafts Movement, especially the work of Scottish architect, Charles Rennie Mackintosh; the entrance has coloured glazing featuring the famous tulip design from The Blackwell House in Bowness on Windermere and use has been made of massive sawn green oak beams; in the posts of the porch, above the garage door and in the striking corner window of the reception hall. Internally, there is emphasis on the use of natural materials; bamboo, limestone, travertine, marble, granite, oak and glass. Externally there is a local blue Burlington slated roof, laid in the traditional manner of diminishing slate courses. For longevity, rainwater goods are aluminium. The vast amount of glazing and additional roof lights ensure that natural light floods in from every possible angle enabling not just solar gain but constant appreciation of the views. For comfort, there’s underfloor heating throughout (all rooms on individual thermostats) and the windows are double glazed with Velfac aluminium streamlined frames. Step though the porch, into the glazed vestibule with storage for coats and through into the generous reception hall with guest cloakroom, striking corner window seat and oak balustraded staircase with low level courtesy lighting. Onward into the main living area, a show stopping space. The sheer volume of this room as well as the quantity and quality of natural light are incredible. Floor to ceiling glass frames the breathtaking views and draw you forward as the views are a constant changing delight, whatever the season, whatever the weather there is a new aspect to enjoy. The double height ceiling reaches the apex of the roof with an additional seating area on the first floor framed by an oak balustrade. The light and airiness are extraordinary, uplifting and joyous. The hub of the house, a well-appointed kitchen has been designed so that the views may be fully appreciated at the same time as meals are prepared. There’s a breakfast bar and space for a generous dining table. A stylish built in glazed French Pictofocus wood burner makes a strong focal point and is positioned so that the views can be appreciated simultaneously. Sliding doors open to the decking providing a convenient setting for eating outdoors and encourage spilling outside when the weather is so inclined. Playing a strong supporting role to the kitchen is the adjacent utility room with space for laundry appliances and a door for quick access to the outside drying area. Completing the picture on the ground floor is a home office/cinema room with cabling installed for a projector and speaker system, if desired. There’s also a double bedroom with ensuite shower room. Sited away from the first floor family bedrooms it is perfect for overnight guests but also, if combined with the home office it offers the potential to create a suite of rooms for a dependent relative. Rising to the first floor and off the landing is good storage provision and open plan access to the second seating area, it’s a light drenched place to work, read or dedicate to hobbies. Open to the main living area below, it is connected but remains independent. The principal bedroom is a treat. Not only is there a large double bedroom and a spacious ensuite bathroom (with double ended bath and separate large rainfall shower) but connecting the two is a walk-through wardrobe and dressing area with doors to two additional storerooms. There is a third ensuite bedroom, this time with a private shower room and in addition are two further double bedrooms served by the attractive and well appointed house bathroom having both a bath and large rainfall shower. The house will appeal to those who are attracted by the functionality of a modern home but seek a property with greater depth of character. Instantly inviting, performing well for family life and somewhere that definitely lends itself to entertaining.  With busy and demanding jobs, we needed somewhere we could be quiet and tranquil, a haven to reset and recharge when needed. With the advantages of B4RN broadband we’ve been able to easily bring work home and have had the rooms to have dedicated desk space. When we’ve had to travel for work the village is well place to be convenient for the motorway and the train station at Carnforth. In this way it’s given us so much flexibility workwise. As well as being a family home, this is a great house for a party, both for us adults and for our children in their teenage years. We’ve celebrated every rite of passage and landmark family occasion here; it’s been wonderful in that respect. Whether there is two or twenty two of you, the house feels just right. On a practical level it’s a very easy house to keep clean. There is hard flooring throughout and you can connect the vacuum’s hose at various points, there’s also a trap door in the kitchen unit kickboards for sweeping any bits into. In this way it’s easy to maintain a dust free environment if anyone in the family had allergies. Step outside The careful positioning of The Parrock, the design of the garden and the seating areas within are all about the view. Everything has been oriented to enable maximum enjoyment. Set back from the general building line of neighbouring properties, the generous and established gardens feel private and secluded despite being in the centre of the village. In line with the Arts & Crafts Movement style of the house, the substantial iroko wooden entrance gates are also inspired by the period and make a striking entrance. Electrically operated, they open to a generous hard standing for parking and turning with an additional gravel area tucked to the side of the garage that’s ideal for an occasional vehicle, a camper van, caravan or boat. The majority of garden sits to the east and south of the house, a large lawn with established hedging and flowering shrubs bring structure and colour to the garden throughout the seasons. A mixed boundary hedge is designed to allow the garden to blend visually with the neighbouring field and the view across the valley, making the view an extension of the garden. South facing and attracting all day long sunshine is the split level deck with access from the main living area enabling the boundaries between inside and out to be blurred during warmer weather as the deck becomes another room to be enjoyed. Access to a tap and electricity create a flexible outdoor living space, where the owners had planned to install a hot tub. Perfect for hosting or just family time, it’s a lovely space with the seating area around the corner (where the current owners have their fire pit) attracting the last rays of the setting sun; ideal for a glass of something chilled as you reflect upon the day. The garden area to the west houses a garden shed and wood store. The area fronting the road is a kitchen garden with raised beds and a damson tree. There is also a small additional fenced area to the front where the current owners have their hens. The boiler room is an excellent place to dry off wet outdoor gear and has a ceiling mounted airer for just such reason. A door leads into the double garage which has additional room for storage or a workshop and benefits from useful mezzanine storage above. For convenience, the door is electric. Outside there is lighting, power point provision and water taps. The views have enabled us to appreciate the passing of the seasons and the wildlife, we see Canadian geese swooping down the valley, lambs and rabbits playing in the field, and of course the birdlife. We hear the owls and woodpeckers and have had hedgehog visitors over the years. Directions what3words unfamed.cove.energetic Use Sat Nav LA6 1AU with reference to the directions below: From the M6, exit at J35 and take the B6601 link road off the roundabout for just a short distance, upon reaching the T junction, turn left onto the B6254 signed Kirkby Lonsdale and Over Kellet. Drive through Over Kellet village and out the other side, continuing into the open countryside. The first village reached will be Arkholme. Immediately before the school take the turning right signposted The Church/Cul-de-sac. The Parrock is around half way down on the right. Services Mains electricity, gas and water. Gas fired underfloor heating throughout from a Vaillant boiler in the boiler room. Thermostat control unit in every room. Drainage to a private septic tank located within the grounds. There is a central Electrolux vacuum system which has an emptying point in the boiler room. All bedrooms and living rooms are hardwired for TV, SKY, audio and ethernet. Security alarm.  Lancaster City Council – Council Tax band E Tenure - Freehold Internet Speed Broadband Full fibre gigabit broadband available from B4RN (Broadband for the Rural North) www.B4RN.org.uk. All B4RN customers receive gigabit (1,000Mbps) speed. Mobile Indoor: O2 is reported as providing ‘likely’ Voice services and ‘limited’ Data services. EE, Three and Vodafone are reported as providing ‘limited’ services for both Voice and Data. Outdoor: EE, Three, O2 and Vodafone are reported as providing ‘likely’ services for both Voice and Data. Broadband and mobile information provided by Ofcom. Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML)  Due to the Money Laundering Regulations, now officially known as Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017 we are required to follow government legislation and carry out identification checks on all purchasers. We use a specialist third party company to conduct these checks at a charge of £48 inclusive of VAT per buyer once an offer has been accepted and you will be unable to proceed with the purchase of the property until these checks have been carried out. This charge is non-refundable.

Central to the farmstead is a partially renovated farmhouse which bears a date stone of 1716. Finished to first fix level, it is ready for kitchen and bathroom fittings, joinery and decoration. There is provision for two reception rooms, a large kitchen, four double bedrooms, a bathroom and ensuite. Attached is a converted barn for holiday lets, work is complete and offers a large living kitchen, three double bedrooms, all being ensuite. Thirdly, is a further attached barn, whilst the conversion has started, it requires completion. Planning permission exists and could provide two further holiday units; a single bedroomed unit in the basement with disabled access and a two bedroomed maisonette above. Not just a home, there’s potential to derive a second income through holiday letting. It may be possible to accommodate a dependent relative or have a permanent base for guests to stay. You may even decide to combine properties and create a more substantial main residence (all subject to the necessary consents). Adding versatile amenity value is a large agricultural building which provides ample space for parking, workshops, stabling and storage. This is all set within c.5.29 acres of grounds which includes a garden and field. It’s ideal for those looking to keep stock or chickens, grow their own veg or just let dogs and children run loose. Living here is an opportunity to embrace country living, to be closer to nature and live at one with seasons, to escape the hubbub of life and embrace the good life. Vendor Insight We value the peace and tranquillity here. It’s one of the very few places where there is zero motorway noise. The most traffic we see is when the Tour de Yorkshire or the yearly overnight rally stage passes by. So, whether we’re enjoying the view from our favourite window as the weather marches across the fells or the quiet of a sunrise on the terrace with a cuppa, or even sharing a sunset with friends around a roaring fire we’re conscious that we will disturb no-one and no-one will disturb us. Bank End has been a wonderful place to live and bring up a family. Our children have had the freedom and space to roam and play in safety. They have been able to toboggan down the field when it snowed, build swings in the trees, make forts in the barns or just wander about the fields, all just a shout away from the main house. An unrivalled location It is easy to fall in love with this extraordinary setting; on offer is peace and quiet, privacy and total seclusion and furthermore, tremendous views. Whilst you may be relaxing into splendid rural isolation, Bank End Farm remains well connected with the outside world. B4RN broadband provides a gigabit fibre service so whether it’s streaming the latest films, music or games, ordering an online grocery delivery or achieving an effective work life balance, it is all possible from here. There is a station in the nearest large village of Bentham with regular services to Leeds and connections via Lancaster station on the main west coast line to Manchester, Manchester Airport, London (Euston), Glasgow and Edinburgh. The M6 is accessible at Kendal or Lancaster depending on the direction of your travel and the A65 provides routes into Yorkshire and the east of the country. For those looking to explore the great outdoors, there could be no better place. It’s all on the doorstep; whether you choose to walk, run, cycle, drive or ride. There are good schools locally at both primary and secondary level as well as a host of artisan food producers and great cafes, pubs and restaurants for eating out. Vendor Insight It’s a unique location, standing alone at the end of its own drive, Bank End Farm is one of the last intact smallholdings in one of the most beautiful parts of the world and the views down the valley from first turning into the lane to the views across the fells from everywhere on the property are breathtaking. During the night the zero light pollution is ideal for star-gazers and we have spent many evenings sitting around a fire on the southern terrace enjoying the moonlight looking for shooting stars and, more recently, satellites. There’s a very strong sense of community here, possibly more so than in a village. We have wonderful neighbours; they have never been intrusive but have always been ready to help if needed. There are community events every year such as Bentham Agricultural Show and the Lowgill Sports Day which features a duck race and sheep trials among other events. Offering potential for four properties Barn conversion for holiday letting With a south and westerly orientation, the converted barn enjoys dramatic sweeping views. Finished with a modern country aesthetic, the accommodation is laid out over three floors. There’s much use of pine internal joinery and deep stone window cills alongside modern comforts such as PVC double glazing and oil-fired central heating (underfloor on the ground floor). The kitchen cabinets are oak fronted and the bath and shower rooms are all contemporary in their appointments. On the ground floor, the front door leads into an airy, double height staircase hall with a gallery landing above. Off the hall is a downstairs loo and area to hang coats. The rest of the ground floor is one big, sociable room. Here a picture window draws you forward as the view is truly breathtaking, the room is exceptionally spacious and with ample space to cook, dine and recline in comfort. Off the roomy first floor landing is an airing cupboard and two double bedrooms, both having ensuite bathrooms with rainfall showers over the baths. The stairs continue to the second floor with a third double bedroom set in the roof space with an ensuite shower room. Farmhouse Following the layout of a traditional Yorkshire Long House, with a barn either side the 1700s farmhouse is central to the layout. Renovation is well under way with first fix plumbing and electrics in place, plastering complete and PVC windows installed. The project is now ready for you to choose your own fixtures and fittings, personalise and equip your own dream country home. Befitting of the period of the house, there are some attractive character features which have been retained and incorporated within the restoration, these include the carved date stone, oak ceiling beams, wooden lintels over windows, oak lined recesses and stone mullion windows. The ground floor comprises three large rooms, a vintage Aga cooking range has been kept, it sits within a stone surround and is ready for overhaul. The other two rooms both have flue liners ready for your choice of stove and doors out to the large south facing terrace. The views from all three rooms are extensive. Off the first-floor landing there is provision for four double bedrooms; two of which have ceilings rising high to the roof’s apex with exposed original roof trusses. There is potential for a house bathroom and ensuite shower room. Barn with planning approval for conversion to two holiday letting properties. With a southeast perspective, the third property is a second attached barn, the conversion has commenced, the works comprising a new roof, pointing and drains laid. Planning permission exists for change of use of this redundant agricultural building to form additional holiday accommodation. (Ref: 03/01107/CU dated 19/11/03) and could provide two further properties; a single bedroomed unit in on the ground floor and a two bedroomed unit in the two upper floors. This is an opportunity to live a greener life. Bank End Farm is off grid, with no mains provision of services. Opportunities exist to expand the provision and embrace self-sufficiency and eco credentials further. Vendor Insight Most of all Bank End has always felt like home and a safe place to come back to. Bought on a handshake, it was almost as if Bank End chose us and we have always had the sense that living there has been a privilege. Gardens A substantial split-level sandstone flagged terrace lies to the front of the property, beyond this is a lawn. The terrace and garden face almost due south and command vast, wide open panoramic views of the sweeping fells to the south and over to the west. Truly extraordinary, the views are a constant evolving delight with farming activity and the changing weather and rolling seasons. To the rear of the properties is a large area for parking. Land Adjoining the garden, the field offers opportunity for animal husbandry, growing your own fruit and vegetables, adventure and play. A large multi-purpose agricultural building, with power and light, provides ample space for parking, machinery, general storage, workshops and sheltering animals. Both the land and large building are essential elements to enhance and add value to any country lifestyle. In total, the property extends to c. 5.29 acres. Vendor Insight All the fields and fells around Bank End are working farmland and we enjoy feeling close to it. During summer calves spend time at the lower gate and at various times of the year the fells ring with the sound of all the local farmers working together to bring the sheep down from wherever they are hefted on the fells. We live with a rich diversity of wildlife; kestrels, buzzards, woodpeckers, little owls, barn owls, wagtails, blackbirds, great tits and many more all live on or around and local twitchers are often to be seen. A few years ago, sightings of a hooded crow caused great excitement. Planning Planning permission was granted by Lancaster City Council reference 03/01107/CU dated 19/11/03 for the “Change of use of redundant agricultural buildings to form additional living accommodation to existing dwelling and to provide holiday accommodation.” Please note A public footpath crosses the land to the rear of the barn conversion. Services The property is off mains and has its own ‘micro grid’. Electricity is provided by a wind turbine and 16 solar panels via an inverterthis is stored in batteries to provide a 240 V supply to the four properties. There is also a backup diesel generator. Private water from a spring which rises in an enclosed area on the fell to the north of the property and is fed to two large holding tanks with filters with further filtration and treatment as it enters the property. Drainage is to a private septic tank located to the south east of the property. This serves the barn conversion, the farmhouse and has connection to the third barn. Barn conversion: Oil fired central heating from an external Firebird Enviro Max boiler. Underfloor hearing to ground floor, radiators on upper floors. LPG gas to hob. External lights, water tap and CCTV. Directions what3words mint.tens.awakening Use Sat Nav LA2 8RE with reference to the directions below: From High Bentham, take Station Road in the centre of the village by The Black Bull. Drive down, passing the railway station on the right and then up and out of the village. As the road climbs, the houses become more infrequent, until you emerge out on the moor. This is the road to Slaidburn. The trick is to count the cattlegrids and keep going until you have crossed five. Immediately before the fifth cattlegrid is a turning to Lowgill, keep on the main lane and after crossing the fifth cattlegrid after about 50m there is the entrance to Bank End Farm on the right. It is set back from the lane and over a sixth cattlegrid. The private drive leads only to the farm. Drive slowly, you’ll want to take in the magnificent view. You’ve arrived!  Included in the sale Fitted carpets, curtains, curtain poles, blinds, light fittings and domestic appliances as follows: Baumatic range with LPG 5 ring hob, fan over, free standing Samsung fridge freezer, Beko dishwasher and a Beko washing machine. Items of furniture are available by way of further negotiation. Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML)  Due to the Money Laundering Regulations, now officially known as Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017 we are required to follow government legislation and carry out identification checks on all purchasers. We use a specialist third party company to conduct these checks at a charge of £48 inclusive of VAT per buyer once an offer has been accepted and you will be unable to proceed with the purchase of the property until these checks have been carried out. This charge is non-refundable.

Set within a private, gated plot of approximately 1.18 acres and enjoying sweeping views over open countryside and farmland, Higher Studlehurst is an exceptional stone-built detached residence offering over 4,984 sq ft of beautifully appointed living space. This grand and welcoming family home seamlessly blends traditional elegance with modern luxury, all framed by its tranquil rural surroundings. A striking open barn archway leads to a contemporary aluminium front door by Origin, framed by oak-effect aluminium windows and doors that set the tone for the quality throughout. Inside, the reception hall is a showstopper - a magnificent two-storey space with a split staircase, galleried landing, tiled flooring and underfloor heating providing a warm and elegant welcome. The generous Billiard Room enjoys natural light from its front-facing windows and is perfectly appointed for both leisure and entertaining. A designated Office Area leads through to the main Living Room, a stylish and spacious retreat featuring a living flame LPG gas fire with an attractive fireplace surround, a large window to the front, and French doors opening to the rear gardens. A further Snug accessed from a rear hall offers a cosy breakaway space with direct garden access from the hallway itself. At the heart of the home is the spectacular Living Dining Kitchen, fitted with bespoke Simpson cabinetry and a full suite of high-spec Miele appliances including induction hob, steam oven, microwave, warming drawer, electric oven, and integrated coffee machine. Quartz worktops and a matching central island with breakfast bar and integrated glass dining table create a sleek and social hub, while two full-length integrated fridges, freezers, dual Quooker hot taps, twin sinks, two integrated dishwashers and a wine cooler add superb functionality. Two sets of bi-fold doors open onto beautifully laid Indian stone patios for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Practical spaces include a bespoke Boot Room by Secret Drawer with seating, shelving and concealed storage; a stylish Shower Room with walk-in enclosure; and a well-equipped Utility Room with oak block worktops, tiled flooring and external access. Upstairs, an oak and glazed split balustrade leads to an expansive galleried landing ideal for reading, working from home, or simply enjoying the views. The principal suite is a true sanctuary, with a large bedroom, dual-aspect windows, a luxurious Secret Drawer dressing room with custom-built cabinetry and island seating, and a stunning 5pc en-suite featuring a freestanding bath, walk-in rainfall shower, twin basins, WC, and high-end tiling. Bedroom Two also benefits from fitted wardrobes and a stylish four-piece en-suite. To the opposite side of the landing, four additional bedrooms – two to the front and two to the rear – offer generous accommodation, with one enjoying built-in wardrobes. These rooms are served by a beautifully appointed five-piece family bathroom complete with a separate shower, panelled bath, bidet, and sleek sanitaryware. Externally, electric wrought iron gates open to a sweeping driveway and turning circle, continuing to a large double garage with electric door, power, and lighting. The landscaped front gardens are laid to lawn with stone pathways and open rural views, while the rear gardens provide generous lawned areas and multiple Indian stone terraces, perfect for entertaining or relaxing in peaceful surroundings. Higher Studlehurst is a rare offering - a home of scale, refinement and craftsmanship in a truly idyllic location. Freehold I Council Tax Band: G I EPC: E