Listed for £795,000
December 12, 2025
Sold for £520,000
2018
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On the first floor there are four bedrooms. The main bedroom enjoys far-reaching views across the countryside and has the benefit of its own en suite shower room. The remaining bedrooms are of varying sizes, with one currently fitted out as a walk-in dressing room. The family bathroom includes a three-piece suite with bath and shower over, WC and wash basin, together with a handy storage cupboard. As mentioned, previous plans for an additional first-floor extension over the kitchen would provide a further bedroom suite with dressing area and en suite if reapproved, which would enjoy fabulous views from this aspect of the house.
Externally, Fox House Cottage does not disappoint. The property is entered via the private lane into a spacious driveway, with further access to a large fenced and gated gravelled parking area able to accommodate several vehicles. From here, the paddock and outbuilding are easily reached. The gardens surrounding the cottage are beautifully stocked and maintained by the current owners, offering an abundance of lawned areas, patios, and mature borders that provide colour and interest throughout the seasons. An orchard produces gooseberries, plums, apples and damsons, with a thriving rhubarb patch adding to the productive feel.
Beyond the gardens lies the paddock, extending to around 1.6 acres and enjoying far-reaching views over the fells. This land would be an ideal facility for those with ponies or simply for those wanting open green space. An outbuilding provides stabling and storage, while a timber summer house makes the most of the panoramic views and offers a tranquil retreat, perfect for long summer evenings or as a cosy shelter in the cooler months. There is also a reconstructed wooden pod, currently used as a den and office, which is well insulated and welcoming. This versatile space could be used as a home office (benefitting from its own independent internet connection), a games room, a teenage retreat, or even an adult entertaining space with bar and leisure area – the possibilities are endless, and it adds a further layer of appeal to the property.
Fox House Cottage is much more than just a home; it is a lifestyle. The location allows for a true sense of peace, with an abundance of wildlife including woodpeckers and deer, and thanks to minimal light pollution, evenings regularly bring clear views of the stars, planets, the Northern Lights and even the International Space Station. As the sun sets, the heather on Harrisend Fell glows purple in the golden hour, creating a remarkable sense of calm and beauty. Practical benefits are also in place, with the whole house having been rewired, new energy efficient windows and doors fitted, and two separate ultrafast B4RN connections ensuring modern connectivity.
The nearby village of Scorton is just a short drive away and offers a range of amenities including a shop, café, garden centre, restaurant, pub, primary school and places of worship. The location is highly accessible, with the A6 and M6 close by, making Lancaster and Preston an easy commute.
Fox House Cottage is the perfect blend of character, comfort, and countryside living, with space to enjoy the good life while still remaining connected and convenient.