A Characterful Village Home Offering Exceptional Potential and Generous Living Space

Situated within the charming and sought-after village of Melkinthorpe, this attractive property presents a rare opportunity to acquire a spacious home brimming with character and potential. Offering two reception rooms, three double bedrooms, two bathrooms, generous gardens and a substantial detached garage, the property is ideally suited to a range of lifestyles and provides exciting scope for further enhancement.

The current owners have begun a sympathetic renovation, thoughtfully incorporating exposed stonework and beams to complement the property’s period origins. A new owner now has the opportunity to complete the works to their own taste and specification.

The accommodation begins with an entrance porch, leading into a large and characterful reception room. This impressive space features a bespoke stone bar with wooden top and a wood-burning stove set within a stone surround with timber lintel. Twin deep-set front-facing windows enhance the sense of light, while the room flows through to both the sitting room and inner hall.

The inner hall provides access to the staircase, an understairs storage cupboard, and the principal ground floor rooms. The bathroom is generously sized and currently fitted with a four-piece suite. To the rear, the utility/sun room offers space for laundry appliances and additional storage, along with a cloaks area and direct access to the garden.

The kitchen, accessed from the inner hall, is fitted with a range of units and a stainless steel sink, with space for freestanding appliances including a cooker and slimline dishwasher. A rear-aspect window enjoys views over the garden. The kitchen opens into a versatile dining area, which could equally serve as a study, benefitting from dual-aspect windows and an attractive arched opening into the sitting room.

The sitting room is a cosy and welcoming space, featuring discreet built-in cupboards and an external door leading outside.

To the first floor, a useful attic store with sloped ceiling is accessed via a door near the top of the staircase, offering additional flexible space. The landing leads to three double bedrooms, two of which are front-facing, while the third enjoys a dual aspect with far-reaching views. The principal and second bedrooms both benefit from fitted wardrobes. A modern shower room, arranged in a Jack and Jill style between the landing and bedroom two, is fitted with a shower, WC and vanity basin.

Externally, the property is complemented by generous gardens extending to the side and rear, predominantly laid to lawn and enhanced by established shrubs and flower beds. The elevated position affords lovely open views, while a recently installed oil tank is positioned within the side garden.

A detached single garage provides excellent storage or workshop space, with a useful outhouse adjoining to the rear. A driveway offers off-road parking for multiple vehicles.

Please note: a wayleave agreement is in place with Electricity North West relating to an electricity pole located within the side garden.

Located within a delightful rural village setting, yet within easy reach of the historic market town of Penrith (approximately 4 miles away), this property offers the perfect balance of countryside living and accessibility.

A home of great character and potential, this is a wonderful opportunity to create a truly special residence tailored to your own lifestyle.