Dales & Shires Estate Agents are very pleased to offer for sale this superbly located and beautifully presented Lake District residence. A very versatile lifestyle home with land and opportunities for additional income, currently with a shepherd’s hut, campsite and guest suite. Occupying a commanding hillside position, with stunning views and an exceptional multitude of indoor & outdoor lifestyle features and facilities. Features include: stylish & quality fixtures, abundant natural light, tasteful decoration, panelled doors, double glazing, central heating, solar panels and plentiful parking. We anticipate this exceptional property will appeal to a variety of discerning buyers and we advise an early viewing to appreciate the views, space, grounds, location, value, quality and lifestyle/income opportunity.

The spacious and light accommodation offers versatile options, including as a spacious family home, multi-generational living, or even a small B&B (subject to any required planning). There is extensive living space, four bedrooms and three bathrooms. The impressive and versatile ground floor master suite can also be accessed independently, opening up opportunities as guest/extended family accommodation. Externally there are beautifully kept gardens, a large area of cultivated/woodland hillside with camping pitches, extensive parking, triple garage, workshop, outside shower/WC, seating areas, a first floor balcony and a large, South facing, raised sun deck.

Ings village is situated in this highly desirable and picturesque area of The Lake District National Park World Heritage Site, very close to Windermere and Kendal. This is an ideal location for access into the beautiful surrounding countryside, fells & lakes of the Lake District and the nearby Yorkshire Dales and Eden Valley. The Cumbrian & Lancashire coast is also easily accessible, making this an ideal home and perennial holiday destination. The area offers excellent walks, bridle paths, cycle routes and stunning vistas. The village has well regarded facilities including a convenience shop, coffee shop, petrol station, pub and cafe. Kendal, Windermere, Staveley and other nearby villages provide plentiful local amenities, including restaurants, country pubs, independent breweries, shops, supermarkets, highly regarded schools, leisure facilities and tourist attractions. Excellent local and national transport links make this area a popular choice with commuters and holiday makers (M6, A65 & Direct trains to London Euston).

Sat Nav location: LA8 9PY.

The current owners operate an established, highly rated and multi award winning holiday accommodation business (at a ‘lifestyle level’ - below its full capacity/potential). There is therefore a superb opportunity for any new owner to continue / diversify this, to generate a valuable additional income stream. The luxury 1 bed master/guest suite is currently advertised via AirBnB and the very impressive shepherd’s hut and characterful hillside campsite are advertised on PitchUp (all with excellent ratings and guest feedback). There may also be scope (STPP) to alter the format/income – eg additional pods/huts and fewer camping pitches – depending on a future owner’s preferences.

A large entrance porch/vestibule with inner glazed door to:

Spacious central hallway with staircase to the first floor, downstairs WC and internal access to the master/guest suite.

Large and light main reception room with impressive picture window providing excellent views and abundant natural light. Contemporary LPG stove focal point. Open plan into:

Ample formal dining space with sliding doors to the sun-deck. Inner door to:

Further comfortable living space with superb views and sliding doors to the sun-deck.

The stylish kitchen is well equipped with plentiful units, integrated appliances and central breakfast island with granite work surfaces. Door to the boot room / boiler room with additional rear access.

Providing flexible opportunities, having access from within the main house, as well as its own private external entrance. In addition, the suite also has private use of a generous raised seating area/sun-terrace.

A large bedroom area with fitted drawers and dressing table. Side and rear windows. Door to:

Stylish and modern shower suite.

Space for seating and dining, along with a fitted work surface and potential to install a kitchenette. Sliding doors to the sun deck. A range of full height wardrobes along one wall provides vast storage.

Central landing with plentiful deep eaves storage cupboards.

Spacious double bedroom with eaves wardrobes & cupboards, rear hillside views and double glazed door to the side balcony. This modern, glazed balcony enjoys a sunny aspect and outstanding elevated views towards the Old Man of Coniston.

Generously sized bathroom with fitted four piece bathroom suite and rear window. (The double door arrangement on the landing allows this bathroom to also be used as an en-suite to bedroom 2).

Spacious double bedroom with eaves wardrobes & cupboards. Superb views over the rear hillside. Modern en-suite shower room with beautiful views.

Single bedroom / office with rear window.

The spectacular outside space of this fine home totals approximately 1.25 acres, and includes an array of outbuildings, landscaped gardens, a cultivated hillside, sweeping private driveway and plentiful parking. There is a detached triple garage, garden machinery shelter, a campers'/gardener's shower & toilet block, shepherd's hut and a large workshop under the sun-deck. The formal landscaped gardens are beautifully tended and surround the property. The large, raised, South facing sun-deck is ideal for sitting out and entertaining. Behind the main house, the cultivated and landscaped hillside campsite offers breath-taking views, as well as further lifestyle, self sufficiency, animal or horticultural options. There is a mixture of established native, deciduous and Christmas trees, providing immense charm, character, shelter and wildlife havens.

A surprisingly spacious and well-equipped shepherds hut with bedroom/seating space, basic cooking/tea/coffee facilities and a feature mini wood burning stove (in addition to the modern electric heating). En-suite shower room with electric shower.

Comprising a large double garage (18'10" wide), plus a good sized single garage (which has been partitioned to provide useful office/workshop/store areas). Both garages benefit from electric remote controlled roller doors.

A useful additional space with power and light. Ideal as a workshop and garden machinery store.

Includes a shower area with electric shower, toilet, basin and hand dryer.

A useful open structure for storage of machinery or garden supplies.

Private septic tank, mains water, electricity and gas.

If you’re selling a property in Yorkshire, Cumbria, or surrounding areas, we would love to hear from you. We cover a large geographic area and have a particular speciality in selling period properties, individual homes & rural property. Please call us for a friendly initial chat about selling your property. We offer free & no-obligation marketing advice and our sales fees are very competitive. We work on a transparent ‘no-sale no-fee’ basis with no long contract tie-ins and no hidden extra charges. Our clients enjoy exceptional marketing, successful sales and a friendly service from our experienced staff. Call us or visit our website dalesandshires.com for further details.

Dales & Shires Estate Agents are based in Harrogate, North Yorkshire and we sell successfully throughout Yorkshire, Cumbria and surrounding areas. Contact us today to view this property, or to arrange a FREE valuation appraisal of your own property.