North Heads, Casterton, LA6 2SF

North Heads commands a private, elevated position in this sought-after village and enjoys breathtaking panoramic views across the gardens and Casterton golf course towards the fells beyond to the front and a glimpse of the Casterton Fells to the rear.

Extended and refurbished since the current owners' purchase in 2013 and with a gross internal measurement of c. 3593 sq ft (333.8 sq m), the house offers not just space but well-proportioned rooms, high ceilings with tall windows allowing natural light to flood in and perfectly framing the magnificent views.

Victorian character (panelled doors, deep skirtings, picture rails, ceiling roses, pine staircase etc.) meets contemporary style with elegant and beautifully presented interiors, exquisite colour palette, high quality finishes to create an exceptional, instantly welcoming family home, all set within stunning gardens.

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An attractive terracotta path in a herringbone design leads to an open fronted porch and into the entrance hall. Double opening doors open into the snug with sandstone fireplace.

Opposite, double doors open into a luxurious, sociable dining kitchen - to one end with double doors and top light leads out to a rear terrace, is the dining area. To the other with a large bay window and enjoying the glorious landscape, the kitchen is comprehensively fitted with a range of units, island unit and breakfast bar with grey quartz Silestone worktops and integral appliances comprising a five plate induction hob, refrigerator, twin electric ovens, coffee machine, microwave and dishwasher. Backing up the kitchen is a utility/laundry room with stainless steel sink unit, drainer and work table as well as space for an American style fridge/freezer, washing and tumble drier.

Study/office - ideal if you work from home with built-in cupboard and shelving.

The sitting room, an extremely light and serene space, has a herringbone oak lime washed floor and a contemporary gas fire with slate surround, as well as two tall sash windows and two sets of French windows leading out to the garden.

To the rear of the hall there is a practical boot room with stable door and a two piece cloakroom with console and marble wash basin.

Stone steps lead to the lower ground floor c. 478 sq ft (44.4 sq m) with TV/play room, hobby room having built-in cupboard with sliding doors housing the hot water cylinder and boiler. There is also a wine cellar with stone slabs, drinks cooler and fitted cupboards and drawers.

A full return staircase has an arched window with stained panels and a glimpse of the Casterton Fells, leads to the main landing off which are three double bedrooms and off an inner hall, a small double and the principal bedroom suite. Two of the bedrooms, the principal suite and the bathroom enjoy the wonderful outlook across the gardens towards Kirkby Lonsdale and beyond and two have views towards the Casterton Fells.

The generous, dual aspect principal bedroom suite, part open to the apex, has fitted wardrobes, a dressing room and a five piece en suite bathroom with roll top bath and walk in shower and twin marble wash basins.

Bedrooms 2 and 3 both have stylish en suite shower rooms with feature wash basins and bedroom 4 has built-in bookshelves and central wardrobe.

The attractive five piece house bathroom has an elliptical shaped bath and separate shower cubicle.

Outside space

Set in a plot, c. 0.5 acres (0.2 hectares), the private gardens are a true delight and are divided into several outdoor 'rooms' with stunning far reaching views.

Timber gates lead through to a gravel parking and turning area. There is current planning consent for a large single garage.

To the southwest is a manicured lawn, beech hedge, a seating terrace with hexagon terracotta tiling and established planting. To the south, is a dell with a mature beech tree and planted with shrubs and spring bulbs including cyclamen, bluebells, snowdrops and crocus. This a lovely shaded area with a path leading to a pedestrian gate with access onto North Heads Lane.

The lawn extends to the southeast; there's also a wildlife pond, planted rocky outcrops and a Mediterranean style terrace from which to enjoy the stunning view with stove/fire, marble table and wooden seating. Grassed steps with slate edging lead up to an elevated east facing terrace with decorative tiles and wrought iron arbour.

To the north east, there is a rocky limestone outcrop with water feature, terraces, gravel paths and inset planting. A stone outbuilding with bi-folding glazed doors is used as a gym; attached is a stone and slate garden store and open fronted wood store. Wrought iron gates lead into a productive vegetable garden with raised beds, apple, plum, cherry and pear trees, figs and blackcurrants and a greenhouse with the limestone crags providing a striking backdrop.