West Cottage, Crackenthorpe

Property Details: - Type: Cottage - Bedrooms: 3 - Bathrooms: 1

Agent: JR Hopper & Co - Leyburn Phone: 01969 738985

Guide Price £390,000 - £450,000.<br/>West Cottage is a charming three-bedroom character property situated within the peaceful rural village of Crackenthorpe, enjoying a lovely countryside setting in the heart of the Eden Valley. The property combines character and versatility with well-proportioned accommodation arranged over two floors, together with generous gardens, ample parking and a substantial garage/workshop.<br/><br/>Crackenthorpe is a small and peaceful village surrounded by attractive open countryside and rolling farmland. Ideally positioned between Appleby-in-Westmorland and Penrith, the village provides a tranquil rural lifestyle whilst remaining conveniently located for access to nearby market towns and the wider Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. Appleby-in-Westmorland is approximately three miles away, with Penrith around 11 miles to the north-west. The A66 is also readily accessible, providing excellent links towards the M6, the North Pennines and the east and west coasts.<br/><br/>The accommodation begins with an entrance porch leading into a well-appointed bespoke kitchen, providing a practical and attractive heart to the home. The dining room is currently utilised as a study, offering a versatile additional reception space, while the lovely light-filled living room provides a comfortable principal sitting area. A rear hall leads to a useful downstairs WC and a handy store room.<br/><br/>To the first floor are three good-sized double bedrooms, providing excellent flexibility for family living and home working. One of the bedrooms is currently used as a further living space and benefits from an adjoining dressing room, which is presently utilised as a bedroom, together with an ensuite shower room. A family bathroom completes the first-floor accommodation.<br/><br/>Externally, the property is particularly well served by its generous gardens. To the front is a large enclosed garden, predominantly laid to lawn and complemented by a wealth of well-established trees, plants and shrubs. A timber gate provides access to the garden and a large driveway offering ample parking for several vehicles.<br/><br/>The rear garden provides a delightful outdoor space, featuring a sun-trap patio seating area with steps leading up to a further lawned area. The garden is well stocked with mature plants and shrubs, together with established apple trees, creating a private and attractive setting. There are also two useful timber sheds providing additional storage.<br/><br/>A particular benefit is the large garage/workshop, which has both power and lighting and offers excellent potential for storage, hobbies or workshop use. The property further benefits from oil-fired central heating, solar panels and double glazing.<br/><br/>Overall, West Cottage offers a wonderful opportunity to acquire a characterful and versatile home in a peaceful village setting, with generous gardens, excellent parking and useful outbuildings, whilst being conveniently positioned for Appleby-in-Westmorland, Penrith and the beautiful surrounding countryside.