Sales brochure for 'Bennet Head House', Watermillock

Bennet Head House Watermillock, THE LAKE DISTRICT NATIONAL PARK

Bennet Head House A magnificent 17th Century longhouse with lake views

Bennet Head House A truly magnificent 17th Century Cumbrian Longhouse which lies above the western shores of Ullswater with breathtaking panoramic lake and surrounding fell views.

From the outside, the property looks like a traditional 17th century Cumbrian 'longhouse' which would originally have comprised a cottage at one end with a barn at the other. The size of the accommodation and the existence of fabulous lake and fell views are not immediately apparent.

However, on the inside, you will find a highly comfortable, and energy efficient home with low maintenance. The property has been fully refurbished by the current owner in the last three years and is equally suitable for use as a permanent residence or a ‘lock up and leave’ holiday home.

Approached by a private gated driveway, the four bedroom accommodation offers luxurious, spacious living space, designed to take full advantage of the fabulous vistas. This beautiful Lakeland retreat is perfectly located to enjoy the attractions of the Lake District National Park.

The house has a striking mix of contemporary clean lines mixed with original features such as timber beams, curved walls and exposed stonework. The design is probably best described as “contemporary country” and it is all effected to an enviable specification.

The property is located on the outskirts of the lakeside village of Watermillock, occupying a highly desirable elevated site, with uninterrupted south facing views of Ullswater and the surrounding fells. The area offers an idyllic lifestyle with a wealth of iconic fells and walks on the doorstep.

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Key Features Location and General • Located in the Lake District National Park • Exceptional lake and fell views • Ideal combination of beautiful period style and contemporary living • Completed to an enviable specification • Accessible to major transport links

Inside • Neptune solid oak bespoke kitchen with granite worktops; high end appliances including Fisher & Paykel fridge/freezer, Miele dishwasher, Quooker boiling water tap, large 3-oven induction range cooker.

• Dining area opposite remains of original stone staircase. Slate flagstones throughout kitchen/ dining area.

• Fully shelved north-facing pantry with slate flagstones.

• Main sitting room with engineered oak flooring, woodburning stove and original beams, window seats overlooking courtyard garden and with views towards the lake.

• 2nd sitting room/library/music room/additional bedroom with original open fireplace and double doors leading to patio and gardens.

• Downstairs bathroom with large walk in shower; marble tiles and slate flagstone on the floor • Upstairs hallway with original beams leading to four generous bedrooms and the family shower room • Master bedroom with full height beamed ceiling and wonderful views towards lake and fells.

• Family bathroom with large walk in shower.

• Double bedroom with vaulted ceiling, feature beams and engineered oak flooring as well as a built-in wardrobe. Currently used as home office. Ideal place to work from home with fast internet etc.

• Double bedroom with vaulted ceiling, feature beams, hidden light fittings and engineered oak flooring.

• Additional double bedroom suite

Outside • Large bespoke storage shed with covered open storage areas in either end.

• On one side is a recently established semiformal landscaped courtyard garden paved with sandstone flags and paving sets spectacular views to Ullswater and the surrounding fells.

• On the other side of the house a new retaining stone wall and large raised beds and lawned garden • New 3-bay timber log store.

• Gravel driveway with parking for 2 cars.

• Plenty of manual and automatic external lights.

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FOOD & DRINK Enjoy a meal or drink at Leeming House or at the stylish Another Place lakeside hotel. The iconic Sharrow Bay hotel is across the lake and there are many more great places to eat and drink in Pooley Bridge, Glenridding and Penrith.

Ullswater

Pooley Bridge This iconic lakeside village is only a few miles away and has an excellent selection of shops and places to eat and drink. Catch a ‘steamer’ from the pier or enjoy a walk up Askham Fell or Dunmallard Hill.

O ve r l o o k i n g t h e s t u n n i n g l a ke Ullswater - England's second largest lake, which is surrounded by some of the finest fells in the Lake District.

Explore the lake by boat or relax and enjoy a picnic or bbq on the lake shore.

If you’re feeling energetic hike the Ullswater Way - a 20 mile walking route around the lake.

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Local Area Guide Ullswater is a short distance away, with a number of marinas and yacht clubs, as well as the Ullswater Watermillock

‘Steamers’ for lake cruises.

There are numerous well reputed lakeside hotels for dining and leisure facilities nearby, including Leeming House and the stylish Another Place hotel.

The lake road provides scenic connections to nearby shops and schools with the market town of Penrith and the M6 motorway offering excellent national road and rail links.

further info

Rail journeys Based on approximate direct train journey durations from Penrith North Lakes. Train service durations vary, check nationalrail.co.uk for further details.

15m

Carlisle

1h 30

Glasgow

1h 40

Manchester

1h 45

Edinburgh

3h 15

London

On the road Pooley Bridge - 2.2 miles, 5 min Glenridding - 7 miles, 13 min Penrith - 7 miles, 14 min A66 - 5.4 miles, 10 min M6 J40 - 6.3 mile,s 11 min Newcastle Airport - 78 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.

Services Mains water and electricity Air Source Pump central heating with ground floor underfloor heating Shared septic tank drainage There is a Renewable Heating Incentive grant of ÂŁ744 per quarter (nearly ÂŁ3,000/year) until end of 2024

Getting to Bennet Head House To view:

Address Bennet Head House, Watermillock, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 0LT

Strictly by appointment only with Fine & Country Telephone 01768 869007 Email northlakes@fineandcountry.com

Directions: Take the A66 West towards Keswick. At the Rheged roundabout take the A592 to Ullswater (second turn left). At the T-junction signposted Glenridding turn right. Continue along the shores of Ullswater turning right immediately after the Brackenrigg Inn towards Bennethead. Continue up the hill for 3/4 mile. The property is the third on the left and is clearly signposted.

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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 North Cumbria 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