The Old Parsonage, Sedbergh, LA10 5SQ

Believed to have been built in the 1860's by the Church for a local 'gentleman' vicar and a vicarage for over 150 years, when the Diocese of Bradford sold the property in 2013, The Old Parsonage is a magnificent four storey house occupying an elevated position on the southern edge of Sedbergh and commanding the most stunning uninterrupted views of the Frostrow Fells and up the valley from the principal rooms and gardens.

Purchased in 2016 by the current owners, the property has been extended and has undergone a comprehensive yet sympathetic refurbishment to create a fabulous 21st Century home, tastefully combining Victorian character with modern appointments.

Original features include deep skirtings, four and five panel doors, decorative architraves, cornice, picture rails, arches and panelled door reveals, attractive black and white tiled floor in the entrance hall, marble, wood and cast iron fireplaces, mahogany staircase rail and newel posts and oak panelling to dado height in the entrance porch.

With a gross internal measurement of c. 5454 sq ft (506.7 sq m to include the cellars but not The Annex), the versatile accommodation is instantly welcoming, extremely well-proportioned and elegantly presented with many triple and dual aspect rooms and tall windows allowing natural light to flood in. Of particular note is the fabulous and sociable living/dining/kitchen with bi-folding doors, which open up onto the garden terrace providing an additional 'room' with indoor/outdoor living during the warmer months - the perfect entertaining space.

Let us walk you round...

Come on in through the enclosed porch at the rear and into the staircase hall having a two piece cloakroom.

Off the hall are three impressive reception rooms; the dining room has fitted units including drinks cupboards. The drawing and sitting rooms both have bay windows and glazed doors leading out to the seating terrace and gardens.

The contemporary living/dining kitchen has a 'WOW' factor of its own. The kitchen is to one end and is comprehensively fitted with sleek units and a breakfast bar with silestone worktops. Integral appliances comprise twin double ovens and warming drawers, induction hob, larder refrigerator and separate freezer, wine cooler dishwasher and boiling tap. To the other, the dining space has matching fitted units with granite tops and bi-folding doors to the terrace and garden. Centrally, the living area has a feature gas fire set into the wall and large bi-folding doors - simply sit back and enjoy the splendid view!

Off the kitchen is a practical boot room and laundry/utility room - the boot room has a flagged floor, a conservation skylight window, access to the cellars as well as external access to a small courtyard and to the garden. The laundry/utility room has base and wall units, a pot sink and undercounter space for a washing machine and tumble dryer.

From the boot room, stone steps lead down to the cellars providing excellent storage space, a wine store and plant room with stone benches.

Also off the kitchen, an oak staircase with glass balustrade leads up to a light and bright home office/studio/hobby room with wonderful views - perfect if you work from home.

The attractive half return staircase leads up to the first floor landing off which are four double bedrooms; the generous dual aspect principal bedroom has a dressing room with built-in wardrobes and dressing table. Bedroom 2 is also dual aspect with corner cast iron fireplace and window seat. Bedroom 3 and 4 both have fireplaces. Also off the landing is a large linen cupboard and two contemporary shower rooms.

The staircase continues to the second floor landing off which are a further three double bedrooms, play room/bedroom 8 and a four piece bathroom.

Outside space
Providing excellent covered parking and space for a gym, a detached stone and slate, triple garage, (758 sq ft [72.9 sq m]) with electric up and over doors, power, light and plumbing.
Stone steps with wrought iron balustrade leads up to The Loft (688 sq ft [64 sq m]), a first floor apartment with open plan living dining kitchen, double bedroom and a shower room.

Attached to the main house, The Annex (213 sq ft [19.8 sq m]), a ground floor studio apartment with generous open plan room with space for a double bed and kitchenette with space for dining table. There is also a separate shower room.

Both The Loft and The Annex are currently used as successful Airbnbs, but are also ideal for multi-generational living or visiting family and friends.

There is designated parking as well as flagged seating areas for both.

Gardens and grounds
A tree lined drive leads up to a large parking and turning area.

The gardens open up with a wrap around flagged terrace and level lawn to the front from which to enjoy the stunning panoramic views.

There are planted beds, an abundance of spring bulbs (snow drops, crocus and daffodils), rhododendrons, specimen trees, an orchard and further lawn to the rear.

A paddock, c. 2.84 acres (1.15 hectares) is situated to the south of the property with roadside vehicular access.

In all c. 4.69 acres (1.90 hectares).