Hornby
Lancaster, Lancashire, LA2 8LLDescription
A Grade II Listed country home, set in an enviable elevated position overlooking the picturesque Lune Valley. This substantial residence offers extensive accommodation, a range of traditional outbuildings and 39.30 acres (15.90 hectares) of its own grounds, providing a wonderful sense of privacy and seclusion. Combining rural charm with convenience, the property enjoys a highly accessible position on the edge of a desirable Lune Valley village, making it an exceptional lifestyle opportunity with significant potential.
This unique setting creates the feel of a perfectly proportioned small estate, whilst combining privacy, space, natural beauty, as well as excellent connectivity.
Approached along a private gated driveway, the property is an early 19th century home which enjoys a sense of seclusion whilst remaining well-connected, given it’s edge of village setting. Having been a much loved family residence for many years, it is now ready for its next custodians to alter, enhance and modernise, allowing new owners to create a home tailored to their own tastes.
Set on the edge of the Lune Valley village of Hornby, the position offers an idyllic lifestyle location, which is conveniently located for the market town of Kirkby Lonsdale, known for its quaint market and independent shops; as well as the larger historic city of Lancaster, which offers additional services and amenities. The village itself has excellent transport links, making it an ideal base from which to explore the surrounding areas, including the nearby Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks, whilst having everything on hand for everyday living. The village captures an essence of rural charm, with it’s historic landmarks including Hornby Castle. Providing an excellent range of amenities for everyday living, including shop, post office, schools, doctor, tearooms and hairdresser, the location is ideal for family life.
The residence itself has an attractive façade and a central entrance which opens into a beautifully proportioned panelled hallway. This space is flooded with natural light from a striking full height window, creating a sense of space and character.
From the hallway, there is a choice of two reception rooms. A smaller, more intimate room provides an ideal setting for everyday living, while the principle reception room offers a more formal entertaining space, which is set around a feature fireplace. This “L” shaped room has windows to three aspects, making the most of the views and outlook. A separate dining room enjoys attractive views to the front and conveniently connects to the kitchen via a traditional serving hatch, making it well-suited for both family meals and entertaining.
Positioned at the rear of the house, the kitchen benefits from a range of wall and base units with an outlook to the rear. There is a rear hallway providing access to a pantry / utility area and WC facilities, which are perfect for country living. Beyond lies a double garage, with space above presenting further potential to incorporate into the main house if desired.
The first floor accommodation comprises four well-proportioned bedrooms, each being double and offering a light airy space. Three of the rooms have an outlook over the front and the further bedroom has an outlook to the rear.
The bathroom facilities are arranged over three areas, including a main bathroom with bath and wash hand basin, a separate shower room, and WC. This space would make a sizable bathroom if made into one space.