6 Bed Detached House, Single Let, Carnforth, LA5 8AB, £695,000

• Grade II listed +
• Former manor house +
• Steeped in history, charm and character +
• Gardens, grounds and woodland extending 1.2 acres (0.49 ha) or thereabouts +
• Good access to M6, A6 and Rail network +
• Catchment for excellent local schools +

Grade II listed former manor house, steeped in history, charm and character set within 1.2 acres (0.49 ha) of gardens, grounds and woodland. Highly accessible location to M6, A6 and motorway links.Once part of a former manor house, this Grade II listed residence is steeped in history and offers a charming family home which has been upgraded over time and now offers spacious accommodation in a mature setting.

Positioned on the edge of Nether Kellet, the property enjoys a rural position surrounded by rolling countryside and farmland. This accessible location is ideal for those looking to enjoy rural life, yet can quickly access the excellent local transport links via the Bay Gateway, M6 and A6. For those looking to travel further afield, the West Coast mainline can be accessed from Lancaster, with direct links to London Euston. There are plenty of local amenities on offer with the market town of Carnforth a short drive away. For the family market there is a choice of local schools including the Royal Grammar Schools, Queen Elizabeth School Kirkby Lonsdale and some excellent rural primary schools.

The accommodation within the property extends to just under 4000sq.ft and is set over three floors. The spacious living has been altered over time with extensions and adjustments to the original house. Beaumont Cote has been a much loved family home for the last 25 years and now gives the opportunity to create a happy home for the next owners.

Approached via Stellas Lane, this shared driveway gives access to Beaumont Cote, two other residences and Cote Farm. A gated entrance opens to a large, gravelled parking area and a mature backdrop of the gardens and woodland. The property is entered into a welcoming entrance at the side, which is a light open space with feature alcoves and high ceilings.
There are two main reception rooms, one being the living room which is part of the original dwelling and provides a large open room with a feature fireplace to one wall and large windows overlooking the front garden. The dining room was formerly a gentleman’s library and provides an excellent entertaining space with a bay window overlooking the front gardens and feature wood burning stove with oak surround.
The breakfast kitchen is situated at the rear of the property and provides a quality Siematic kitchen with ample storage and a range of integral NEFF appliances. The kitchen is finished with granite worktops and a breakfast bar area making this room a socialable space, ideal for those with family. The kitchen also provides a rear, practical entrance. Off the kitchen can be found a useful utility space with plumbing for washing machine, dryer and sink unit.

The ground floor accommodation is completed with a WC and cloakroom facilities and storage areas.

The first floor offers four generous bedrooms, the principle bedroom suite enjoying an outlook over the rear garden. In the entrance to the bedroom is full length fitted cupboards providing excellent storage with an ensuite shower room beyond. Bedroom 2 is currently used as a guest room, which enjoys a dual aspect and a sink to one corner. Bedroom 3 and 4 provide good size double bedrooms with ample room for furniture. The first floor is completed with an upgraded family bathroom complete with a P bath with shower over, WC and wash hand basin and excellent storage to one wall.

A further closed staircase leads to the second floor which opens to a landing area with a large games room with vaulted ceilings, feature beams and ample natural light. This vast space is an ideal games room but can also be used as bedroom space, a quiet working from home area or studio to suit the buyer’s needs. A further bedroom is also positioned on this floor and provides a sixth bedroom space but could be used as a dressing area or en suite to the larger room.

The grounds and gardens wrap around the front and side of the property with a good size parking space to the rear together with a detached garage building and store. In all the grounds extend to 1.2 acres or thereabouts and comprise of lawned gardens, a stone flagged patio to the front of the house with flowering borders beyond. The setting offers a mature backdrop with an area of woodland, filled with mature planting, rhododendrons and shrubs giving home to an abundance of wildlife. Positioned within the garden is a stone outbuilding which with some improvement provide an excellent summer or garden room to sit and enjoy the gardens. The historic links of the property are reaffirmed with the date stone, dating back to 1642 which is positioned within the courtyard garden, adjacent to the garage.

In summary, Beaumont Cote offers flexible and spacious living together with private ground in a highly accessible position which is well suited to a range of purchasers.