Greenbank, Ireleth Brow, Askam-in-Furness, LA16 7HB

Home:
* Picturesque thatch-roofed home with views across the Duddon Estuary
* 4 large bedrooms with beautiful views
* Traditional features throughout the home; exposed beams and oak accents
* Built in 1939
* Spacious reception rooms, flooded with natural light
* Patio doors from the conservatory, straight onto the garden

Services:
* Mains water, electricity and drainage
* Oil central heating
* Solar panels
* Most phone providers reach to the home
* Fast wifi

Grounds and location:
* Outstanding views across the Duddon Estuary, Black Combe and Isle of Man
* Approximately 2 acre well kept garden with lawns, patios and greenhouse area
* Double garage with solar panels and outbuilding with potential to develop
* Parking for 6 + cars
* Old tennis court area which could be recovered

Influenced by the 1930's arts and crafts movement, this stunning home was once a gentleman's residence and is still filled with the original handsome features. The distinctive red brick-built façade topped with a remarkable and, unusual for Cumbria, thatched roof makes for a showstopper of a home, that offers spacious and flexible rooms, double garage enveloped in 2 acres of garden and mature woodlands.

Greenbank is set in both a private and idyllic position, hidden from the road by woodland. Drive through the wooden gate posts and up the driveway where you will be greeted by the homes stunning exteriors. Grand yet unassuming, with all the charm of an English country cottage, park in front of the double garage, just beyond the convenient turning circle adorned with shrubs.
Ring the traditional and characterful pull-down butler bell and enter the home through the impressive original solid oak leaded castle style door of the home, with custom wrought iron features.
As you walk in to the spacious double heighted hallway be enthralled by the stunning 1930's wooden framed galleried landing above and enchanting features, like the little oak door giving access to the post.

The central hallway is not just beautiful and filled with character but also offers a convenient downstairs loo, found beside the front door as well as a capacious understairs cupboard perfect for storing things away, out of sight out of mind!

Travel to the right, past the staircase and into an open-plan kitchen-diner. Beneath the long window, that frames vistas of tranquillity, discover inbuilt bench seating allowing for easy breakfasts and family dinners. In the colder months light the log burner providing a cosy feel to the heart of the home. A long galley style kitchen, which was once the garage, now houses farmhouse wooden upper and lower cabinetry that offers an abundance of space for pots, pans and cooking essentials as well as room for a dishwasher, oven, hob, sink and fridge-freezer. In-built cupboards and shelves that flank the door in addition to a large pantry mean that you will never be short of storage.

An attached run of former outhouses has been conveniently brought inside creating easy access to the coal store, gardeners loo and spacious utility room for washer and dryer. Add some extra cabinetry and create an ideal spot for storing shoes and coats.
Before making your way back into the hall and into the dining room, look up and spot the original service bells.

Be drawn forward towards the incredible panoramic views of the estuary captured by the French doors and large windows in the dining room. This is a more formal room fit for a celebration, where you can gather around the table filled with food and bring in the New Year with friends. Open the doors and extend the party onto the terrace - a truly impressive place. There are no words that will do this view justice, you simply have to see it for yourself. The 1930's details continue with an oak serving hatch to the kitchen, the leaded casement window into the living room and period fireplace.

Just off the dining room is a versatile space, currently used as a study but do with it as you please; snug, library, reading room.
The final door off the hallway leads into a spacious yet cosy triple aspect living room where beams adorn the ceiling adding to the homely vibe, and sumptuous sofas are set around the large Inglenook fireplace that takes centre stage. Double original, leaded, oak French doors open into a sunroom that showcases the incredible panoramas beyond. Take morning coffee and just let the incredible serenity of the scenery sink in.

The timeless elegance continues as you ascend the staircase, flooded with light from the full height window, to the galleried landing with exposed wooden framework showcasing the gallery' s spindles.

To the left stand 2 good sized double bedrooms, both with sinks, heaps of space for freestanding furniture and stunning tranquil views; calming and serene it's easy to get a peaceful night's sleep in either.

Adjacent discover the master suite. A room flooded in the quiet solitude with two arched doorways, one leading to an ideal wardrobe and the other to a large art deco tiled bathroom.
To the other end of the open hallway discover the original oak, leaded casement windows that have been retained in the single bedroom, family bathroom and separate loo. Knock through and create one large opulent bathroom ideal for relaxing in.

Gardens
Easy to maintain, the 2 acres of tranquil garden and woodlands of Greenbank create a haven for wildlife and owners alike.

At the entrance of the home the grass is sprinkled with the dappled shade of mature trees, shrubs and bushes bringing colour and interest with the ever-changing season, making this a magical garden all year round.

The garden feels grand yet understated and elegant, with far-reaching views to Black Coombe over the lush green lawns and abundant specimen trees. Step down from the terrace, where BBQs can be enjoyed, onto the vast manicured flat lawns creating an opulent space for parties, football and family games of rounders. The sporting enthusiast could even reinstate the tennis court, once in daily use.

Be at one with nature, in this serene spot, where you can listen to the birds high up in the canopy as you meander through the paths on the soft woodland floor, found at the bottom of the more formal lawns. Emerging from the woods look back up at the stunning home, standing in a striking elevated position with it's unique thatch, replaced with Norfolk reeds in 1994, blending the home into it's more natural surroundings.

Start your journey into sustainability, in the large greenhouse standing in a capacious grassy area that could become a substantial allotment. Get your chefs hat and cookbooks out for inspiration and cook up a storm. Jams and chutneys as well as filling your freezer with delish pies and soups ready for the colder months.

Discover a stone-built outbuilding that could become another place to inspire. Transform it into an office that you will want to work in!
Store cars, gardening equipment and all manner of family belongings in the standalone double garage, topped with solar panels.

Greenbank is a unique chance, with no subsequent chain, to own a charming and elegant detached home on the cusp of the Lake District National Park. Magnificent both inside and out, but with plenty of potential for you to put your own stamp on this ideal family home is well worth a look. Don't take our word for it, add it to your viewing list today!

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Council Tax Band: G
Tenure: Freehold