3 THE COACH HOUSE WHITEHALL MEALSGATE CUMBRIA

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1 3 THE COACH HOUSE WHITEHALL MEALSGATE CUMBRIA

3 THE COACH HOUSE WHITEHALL MEALSGATE CUMBRIA A stylish conversion within a beautiful Victorian coach

5 miles Carlisle 15.9 miles J42 M6 19.0 miles Penrith 26.

Cloakroom/WC Master Bedroom with En-Suite Shower Room Three Further Bedrooms Bathroom Shower Room Garden

3 3 THE COACH HOUSE WHITEHALL MEALSGATE CUMBRIA A stylish conversion within a beautiful Victorian coach house APPROXIMATE MILEAGES Mealsgate 0.5 miles Wigton 6.3 miles Cockermouth 9.6 miles Keswick 14.5 miles Carlisle 15.9 miles J42 M miles Penrith 26.5 miles ACCOMMODATION IN BRIEF Reception Hall Kitchen/Diner Room Drawing Room Study Utility Room Cloakroom/WC Master Bedroom with En-Suite Shower Room Three Further Bedrooms Bathroom Shower Room Garden Parking Finest Properties Cumbria & The Lakes Marketing Specialists for Individual & Distinctive Properties T: E: cumbria@finestproperties.co.uk finestproperties.co.uk

4 LOCAL INFORMATION Nearby Mealsgate is a small hamlet that grew up along an old Roman road, now the A595, and lies north of the River Ellen. All Hallows Old Church (not in use) dates from Norman times; a white marble statue to George Moore, a rich merchant philanthropist born in Mealsgate who made his money in the lace trade, survives in the church. In nearby Fletchertown there is the New All Hallows church in which there is a plaque (1962) to Moore from the French government thanking him for his help to the poor of Paris in the 1871 siege; there is also a marble tablet to his memory is in Carlisle Cathedral. The Coach House is surrounded by open countryside and yet is within easy reach of the A595 at Mealsgate and is therefore well located for access to the major towns such as Cockermouth, Carlisle and Penrith and within easy reach of the Lake District National Park. Nearby Aspatria has local shops and facilities while the market town of Cockermouth provides everyday amenities with a wide range of shops, supermarkets, chemists, medical and dental surgeries, sports centre and many restaurants and pubs. Carlisle provides further comprehensive cultural, recreational and shopping facilities. There is a choice of popular primary schools in the area and for secondary school there are highly regarded schools in Keswick, Cockermouth and Wigton. For the commuter the A595 provides easy access to Carlisle and onwards to M6 for links to the north and south. The rail station at Carlisle provides regular services to major UK cities north and south and also services east to Newcastle. EXTERNALLY To the front of the property there is a parking area. There is a lawned area to the side and cobbled drive with further parking. The external areas are low maintenance and two patios have been created to enjoy the beautiful views at various times of the day. Note: There is a pedestrian and vehicular access across the drive for the neighbouring two properties. THE PROPERTY 3 The Coach House is one of three properties created from the original coach house in the grounds of Whitehall country house, which was built in 1861 by Anthony Salvin for a Mr George Moore. The former coach house underwent a complete renovation to an extremely high standard and now offers flexible, fully modernised accommodation in attractive, mature grounds. The property is surrounded by open countryside and lies within easy reach of the Lake District National Park. Internally, this delightful house offers a wealth of charm and character with the addition of modern touches. The front door opens into a reception hall on the lower ground floor off which there is a double bedroom and a shower room with shower, wash hand basin and WC. The ground floor kitchen/diner room is fitted with a range of modern units, including 1¼ bowl sink and drainer and AIMS controlled black AGA. The drawing room, which was the original coach house, has floor to ceiling arched windows to one wall together with a set of glazed doors offering views of the cobbled courtyard, provides a fabulous entertaining space. There is also a utility room, which is fitted with a range of units, sink and is plumbed for a washing machine, and a cloakroom on this floor. To the first floor the dual aspect master bedroom has a built in wardrobe and en-suite shower room which is fitted with a corner shower, wash hand basin and WC. There are two further double bedrooms, one with a Juliette balcony with courtyard views, and both have fitted wardrobes. The tiled bathroom is fitted with a panelled bath with shower over, wash hand basin and WC. SERVICES Mains electricity and water, private drainage and oil fired central heating. DIRECTIONS From Cockermouth town centre head north out of the town on Gote Road/Goat Brow. At the roundabout join the A595 towards Carlisle and follow this road for 8.5 miles. Approximately 0.25 mile after the left turn to Torpenhow, the private drive beside the lodge can be found on the left. Proceed along the private drive, bearing right at the top and upon reaching the coach house, turn right and the parking area is on the right hand side. POSTCODE CA7 1JS EPC Band C COUNCIL TAX Band E FIXTURES AND FITTINGS Some items, such as carpets, curtains and light fittings, not mentioned in these sales particulars may be either excluded from the sale or available by separate negotiation. TENURE Freehold IMPORTANT NOTICE The property misdescriptions act: Finest Properties Limited, for themselves and for the Vendors and Lessors of this property whose Agents they are give notice that: (1) The particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended purchasers or lessees and do not constitute, nor constitute part of, an offer or contract; (2) All descriptions, dimensions, reference to condition and necessary permissions for use and occupation and other details are given without responsibility and any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the correctness of each of them; (3) No person in the employment of Finest Properties Limited, has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.

6 Marketing Specialists for Individual & Distinctive Properties finestproperties.co.uk

MAPLEFINCH BLENCOGO WIGTON CUMBRIA

MAPLEFINCH BLENCOGO WIGTON CUMBRIA MAPLEFINCH BLENCOGO WIGTON CUMBRIA An immaculately-presented village house with landscaped gardens APPROXIMATE MILEAGES Wigton 4.4 miles Aspatria 5.8 miles Cockermouth