THIS delightful, detached country cottage near the Eden village of Orton would make "a unique and wonderful family home", say the agents.

Old Farm Cottage is tucked away in the tranquil hamlet of Raisbeck that was praised by fellwalker Alfred Wainwright.

On the market for £425,000 with Lancastrian Estates, the property is available with no chain.

Charming characterful features include oak panelling and timber beams. The cottage is believed to date back to the mid 1700s, and is described as "deceptively spacious".

Carefully maintained by the owners for more than 30 years, Old Farm Cottage is situated on a generous 0.3 acre plot with a sweeping gravelled drive, attached garage, mature and very private gardens, and ample parking.

Stepping inside, an attractive wood-and-glass front door opens into the hallway, which leads to the living room, with its exposed beams, distinctive wooden wall cupboard. and open fire set on a hearth with timber surround.

The dining room overlooks the front, and there is a third reception room with exposed stone wall and two stone-recess display areas. This spacious room could easily become a ground-floor bedroom, to make a total of four bedrooms.

The kitchen is at the back of the cottage and is fitted with wall and floor cupboards, laminate worktops, tiled splashbacks, a stainless steel sink, and integrated appliances such as a four-ring electric hob and oven. The kitchen window has a lovely view of the garden.

The ground floor is also home to the family shower room with its walk-in enclosure, wash basin and toilet.

Upstairs, the good-sized main double bedroom overlooks the garden, on two sides. Exposed beams and a vaulted ceiling bring period character.

The second double bedroom has a handy en-suite wash basin and toilet, while the third double bedroom enjoys a pleasant view of the garden.

Completing the first floor is a useful eaves study area, off the landing.

The gardens offer a great deal of privacy. The larger-than-average plot gives "excellent potential" to extend the property, subject to planning consent, say the agents.

Lawned gardens to the side and back have mature shrubs and trees and attractive sitting areas are dotted around. The roomy garage and workshop offer parking space and storage, and have electricity and water.

Old Farm Cottage has oil-fired central heating and secondary double glazing. Fixtures and fittings are available by separate negotiation.

The property is located in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, close to the Lake District National Park. Ideal for commuters, junction 38 of the M6 motorway is a short drive away.

www.lancastrianestates.co.uk, tel 01539-733373.