Sechelt Longburgh, Burgh by Sands, Carlisle
Sechelt A wonderful south facing detached bungalow
Summary Sechelt is a wonderful detached bungalow on a south facing plot with views of the Lakeland Fells and surrounding countryside. This spacious family home offers flexible accommodation options with the potential for an annex or multi-generational living, with four bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, snug, study and an impressive lounge with glazed doors onto the terrace and rear garden. The property has a superb plot with sweeping gravel driveway, double garage and large lawned gardens. Sechelt is on the edge of the attractive conservation village of Longburgh on the edge of the Solway Coast AONB and within easy reach of Carlisle.
KEY FEATURES Location and General • • • • • •
Rural location with excellent transport links Desirable conservation village Generous garden plot Countryside views Around eight miles from Carlisle centre Around 252m² (2721 ft²) of accommodation
Inside • Spacious Kitchen with island unit • Living room with feature fireplace, wood burner and glazed doors into the rear garden
• Dining room with feature stove • Four double bedrooms • Two further flexible use rooms; currently used as a study and a snug
• Family bathroom and additional shower room • Utility room with access to the garage • Flexible use accommodation with annex potential Outside • • • • •
Gravel driveway, a large parking area for several cars Integral two car garage with electric doors Beautiful lawned gardens with lawns and mature trees Paved terrace with country outlook High level of privacy
Local Area Guide The property is located on the edge of the desirable conservation village of Longburgh, with horse livery, private swimming pool and picturesque open countryside surroundings. A short walk takes you to the scenic Burgh Marshes, with wonderful views across the Solway to the Scottish fells. The neighbouring village of Burgh by Sands has a pub and village school and the beautiful Solway Coast AONB and the Hadrian's Wall route are on the doorstep. The major city of Carlisle is a short drive away with shops, restaurants, leisure facilities and West Coast Main Line station offering easy access to Newcastle, Glasgow, London and other major cities.
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Carlisle The historic border city of Carlisle is a short drive away, with an excellent pedestrianised shopping centre and plenty of leisure facilities to choose from. Visit ar t galler ies and historic sites, including Carlisle Castle and Tullie House Museum www.discovercarlisle.co.uk
FOOD & DRINK
Explore‌The beautiful Solway Coast AONB is on the doorstep - enjoy walks over the marshes and Solway sands with stunning far reaching views of the Scottish fells. The historic 84 mile coast to coast Hadrian’s Wall path also runs past Longburgh. Page 12 of 16
Enjoy a social drink or food in the Greyhound Inn in the neighbouring village of Burgh-bySands. Venture further afield to Carlisle for a great selection of bars and restaurants, including The Viceroy - a multi-award winning restaurant serving delicious Bangladeshi cuisine.
Floor Plans Not to Scale
Ground Floor Approx. 239.3 m² (2576.1 ft.²)
First Floor Approx. 13.5 m² (145.3 ft.²)
further info
Rail Journeys Based on approximate direct train journey durations from Carlisle. Train service durations vary, check nationalrail.co.uk for further details.
Services Mains electricity and water Shared treatment plant drainage
On the road
1h 12
Glasgow
Oil fired central heating Council Tax Band F
Burgh by Sands - 1.2 miles, 3 min Solway Coast AONB - 0.2 miles, 1 min
EPC Rating F 1h 20
Edinburgh
1h 24
Newcastle
1h 50
Manchester
3h 30
London
Carlisle - 5.5 miles, 12 min A689 - 4.6 miles, 9 min M6 Junction 40 - 7.5 miles, 16 min Newcastle airport - 64 miles, 1.5 hr
The above journey times and mileages are for approximate guidance only and have been sourced from the fastest suggested route on Google Maps from the property postcode.
Getting to Sechelt From Carlisle follow signs for A595/A596. At the Thursby roundabout that the 3rd exit and follow signs for Great Orton. Keep on this road until you get to Thurstonfield. At the T Junction (B5307) turn left, then take first turning right. Follow this road, keep left at a slight fork in the road. Just passed the sign for Longbrough, take the next left (down a concrete side road) and the entrance to Sechelt is the 2nd on the right, over a cattle grid.
Address: Sechelt, Longburgh, Burgh By Sands, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA5 6BJ
To view: Strictly by appointment only with Fine & Country Telephone 01228 583109 email cumbria@fineandcountry.com
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Agents Notes All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric equivalents 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 number below.
Fine & Country T 00(44)1768 869007 or 00(44)1228 583109 E cumbria@fineandcountry.com 1 Little Dockray, Penrith, Cumbria CA11 7HL 50 Warwick Road, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA1 1DN
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