4 Bed Detached House, Single Let, Carnforth, LA6 2LJ £860,000

Home
* 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms
* Striking open-plan entrance hall and first-floor landing
* Kitchen dining room perfect for entertaining, with a large, statement pantry
* Principal bedroom featuring a Juliet balcony
* Sun-room, with direct access to the patioed area by the beck

Services
* Mains gas, water and electricity,
* B4RN fibre broadband providing 1GB speeds
* Fully compliant septic tank
* 3 log burners
* Most mobile and internet providers reach this home

Grounds and Location
* Set within approximately ¼ acre of wrap-around gardens, including a deck overlooking the beck
* Parking for 4+ cars in addition to garage parking
* Fell walks available directly from the property, with a golf course located just across the A683
* Located in the village of Barbon, with the Barbon Inn, village hall and church nearby, and Kirkby Lonsdale approximately a 5-minute drive away

Arriving at Beck House, set in the heart of Barbon, it feels private and quietly impressive. Tall timber gates open onto a pebbled driveway that draws you gently into the grounds, creating a sense of calm from the very first moment. The house reveals itself with confidence, anchored by a striking cobalt blue front door framed by traditional detailing. Set within a sheltered porch, the entrance forms an inviting nook, offering a pause before stepping inside and beginning the story of the home.

The entrance hall straight away sets the tone, giving a natural sense of balance and ease. Rooms are thoughtfully arranged to encourage both connection and quiet retreat, while light moves through well-proportioned windows, drawing the surrounding landscape into the interiors. A gentle palette and carefully chosen finishes provide a warm backdrop, allowing the home's proportions and outlook to take centre stage.

As you enter the first door immediately to your left conceals a full height under stairs coat rail for residents and guests' outdoor apparel. Continuing, the first door on your right is a refined cloakroom, finished with crisp white panelling and softly toned blue walls, an elegant and practical space for guests and everyday use. The second door opens into a beautifully considered home office, where pale blue built-in shelving and cupboards provide generous storage and a sense of quiet order. A log burner introduces warmth and character, shaping a room that feels equally suited to productive working and moments of calm retreat away from the main living areas.

The living accommodation offers generous proportions and flexibility. The main sitting room is inviting yet refined, with space for pre and post dinner socialising, family gatherings and quieter evenings gathered around the feature fireplace. The views across the gardens and the countryside beyond strengthen the relationship between inside and out, grounding the room firmly in its setting. An adjoining sunroom provides further versatility, easily used as a snug, a more formal dining space or a peaceful reading room, offering a gentle escape from the rhythm of daily life.

Moving through, you arrive at the heart of Beck House, the kitchen and family dining area, designed with both practicality and relaxed sociability in mind. Cooking, conversation and everyday life unfold effortlessly, with a deep blue gas AGA introducing warmth, character and a quiet sense of occasion. Generous work surfaces and integrated storage sit comfortably alongside ample room for a substantial dining table, creating an environment that feels both functional and welcoming. There is a feeling of lovely easy flow between here and the sitting room.

Beside the kitchen a walk-in pantry has been thoughtfully designed to support daily life, with open shelving, expansive work surfaces and the inclusion of a double fridge freezer. The space offers exceptional storage and organisation, allowing the main kitchen to remain serene, considered and beautifully uncluttered.

Beyond the kitchen, a well-planned utility and boot room provides the practical link through to the garage. Designed with everyday living in mind, it offers ample storage for coats and shoes, along with its own sink and space for a washing machine and dryer. Thoughtfully positioned away from the main living areas, it allows the day-to-day rhythm of family life to be managed discreetly, keeping the heart of the home calm and uncluttered.

From the hall wide stairs lead to a generous open landing creating a palpable sense of space and tranquillity. Natural light pours in through triple aspect windows, illuminating wooden banisters and beautifully fitted cupboards that add both character and practicality. Carefully placed plants bring softness and life to the space, creating a relaxed pause between rooms and reinforcing the quiet sense of comfort and understated luxury that runs throughout the house.

The first door opens into the family bathroom, a warmly traditional space centred around a bath and finished with gentle hints of blue and red. It feels timeless and welcoming, a room designed for unhurried evenings and everyday routines alike. Beyond, the principal bedroom unfolds as a peaceful retreat, beautifully proportioned and thoughtfully arranged. French doors open onto a Juliet balcony with views across the gardens and the beck beyond, a favourite spot of the current owners, who often leave the doors open to read and listen to the steady sound of the birds and water. The en-suite continues this air of calm, offering both a double shower and a separate bath, in a space that feels indulgent without being excessive.

The second bedroom, currently used as a dressing room, is lined with extensive fitted wardrobes, offering excellent storage and flexibility depending on lifestyle. A third bedroom is soft in tone, and enjoys a leafy outlook that draws the surrounding landscape into the room. This bedroom connects via a Jack and Jill bathroom to the fourth bedroom, forming an ideal arrangement for siblings or visiting guests, with a layout that balances connection, privacy and ease.

Outside, the gardens provide a wonderful feeling of space and seclusion. Lawns flow around the house, framed by mature planting that softens the boundaries and ensures privacy throughout the seasons. Seating areas are positioned to follow the sun, from gentle morning spots to sheltered corners ideal for long summer evenings. At the bottom of the garden, the beck runs quietly past, adding a gentle soundtrack and a constant connection to the natural landscape beyond. Views stretch across fields, woods and distant fells, reinforcing the sense of being immersed in the countryside.

The location of Beck House offers the best of all worlds. Barbon and nearby villages provide welcoming pubs, Kirkby Lonsdale food and household items, independent shops and well regarded cafés, while excellent schools and larger market towns sit within easy reach. Walking and cycling routes begin from the doorstep, encouraging exploration of the surrounding countryside, the Lakes are a few minutes away while transport links connect easily to wider regional hubs. Hyper fast gigabyte fibre broadband gives instant access to the wider world.

Beck House is a home that suits a range of lifestyles, whether for families seeking space to grow, couples drawn to rural calm or those looking for a refined retreat with a strong sense of place. Set within one of the Yorkshire Dale's most cherished landscapes, it offers a way of life shaped by privacy, comfort and the quiet pleasures of a well-considered home.

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Tenure: Freehold