Claybottom Farm Hesket Newmarket | Wigton | Cumbria | CA7 8LA
STEP INSIDE Claybottom Farm
Claybottom Farm is a magnificent Lakeland residence in an idyllic fellside setting, with equestrian facilities, 12 acres of land, outbuildings, beautiful grounds and superb Caldbeck fell views. The accommodation in this charming period property, includes three reception rooms, two luxurious bathrooms, four double bedrooms, one of which has annex/income potential, ideal for multi generational living. The farm is located in the northern Lake District National Park, in the hamlet of Nether Row, near to the picturesque villages of Caldbeck and Hesket Newmarket. The farmhouse is thought to date from the 1600s and has been beautifully renovated and modernised, with many charming period features retained. There is luxurious underfloor heating throughout the ground floor (except the sitting room, which has the original stone flagged floor) and an impressive glazed extension offers superb panoramic views of the grounds and Caldbeck Fells.
STEP OUTSIDE Claybottom Farm
A large detached traditional stone two story barn presently serves as a well equipped stable block with stores, tackroom and two timber stables with rubber matting to the rear. The well managed land is on three sides of the farmhouse, with a tranquil stream providing a natural water source and footpath giving direct access onto the Caldbeck Fells. The beautiful landscaped grounds are a haven with cottage style borders, large kitchen garden plus Mediterranean style orangery. Spend your days on the fells; riding, hiking or biking, then relax and dine on the south-west facing garden terraces, while taking in the stunning fell views. Local Area Claybottom Farm is in an incredible rural setting at the base of the Caldbeck Fells, with a bridleway and Cumbria Way footpath offering direct access on the fells for riding and hiking. The picturesque Lakeland villages of Caldbeck and Hesket Newmarket are both less than two miles away with school, shops, cafes, pubs, doctors surgery and post office/petrol station. The farm is located midway between Keswick, Penrith and the historic border city of Carlisle, making it an excellent base for exploring and enjoying North Cumbria. Leisure Time Visit historic sites in Carlisle, including Carlisle Castle, the City Walls and Carlisle Cathedral. Explore iconic lakes and fells in the stunning Lake District National Park - the Blencathra and Skiddaw ranges are nearby Location and General • In the Lake District National Park • Idyllic rural setting just over a mile from Caldbeck • 12 acres of land plus equestrian facilities • Magnificent panoramic Lakeland fell views • Farmhouse around 370 m² (400 ft²) • Income from RHI payments until 2036
The House • Beautifully renovated 17th Century longhouse with superb period features • Entrance porch, large boot room, utility room plus cloakroom • Farmhouse kitchen with bespoke cabinetry, granite worktop and Rayburn range • Glazed dining/living room off kitchen with wonderful panoramic views • Magnificent garden room with French doors onto garden terrace • Charming sitting room with flagged floor and inglenook fireplace with woodburner • Master suite with luxurious ensuite bathroom • Three further double bedrooms plus shower room • Home office The Grounds & Land • Four paddocks - 12 acres in total • Large barn stable block with two rubber matted loose boxes, stores and tackroom • Two additional timber stables • Gated driveway leading to large gravel parking area • Direct access onto Caldbeck Fell bridleway and stream running through land • Wonderful landscaped gardens with terrace, outdoor dining area and orangery • Large kitchen garden, fruit trees, beautiful pond plus garden store Getting to Claybottom Farm From M6 Junction 41 take the B5305 towards Wigton. After around six miles turn left signposted Hesket Newmarket. Pass through Millhouse and into Hesket Newmarket and follow the road up main street. At the top the road bends to the right, At the junction turn left and go straight on up narrow lane for a mile continuing past Hudscales farm on the left (don’t follow Sat Nav if it directs you left at Hudscales Farm entrance). Take the next left signposted Nether Row and follow lane for around one mile and you will get to a group of houses. Take the track at ‘1o’clock’ up to Claybottom Farm.
INFORMATION Services Mains electricity plus solar panels Oil central heating Private water supply from fell with filtration system Underfloor heating throughout ground floor (except sitting room) Council Tax band: E
Viewing Arrangements To view: Strictly by appointment only with Fine & Country Telephone 01228 583109 or 01768 869007 email cumbria@fineandcountry.com
Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Copyright © 2021 Fine & Country Ltd. Company No: 5351187. Registered Office Address: 1 Little Dockray, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7HL. Trading As: Fine & Country North Cumbria. Printed 19.11.2021
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