'Beautiful' 300 year old home Lake District listed at £1.75m

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Sweeping Lakeland fell views surround Toms Howe, a "beautiful" traditional home in Longsleddale dating back to 1730 and newly renovated.

On the market for £1,750,000, Toms Howe combines original features with recent upgrades, according to the listing.

The listed home sits near Windermere, within the Lake District, and is set back from the road at the end of a private driveway.

Sitting room at Toms Howe (Image: Ashdown Jones)

Surrounded by mountain scenery, the £1.75m Lake District property offers  fell views from all windows.

The listing states the property was extended during the Victorian era and again in 2010.

Renovations at that time included a new roof, high-spec insulation, underfloor heating throughout the ground floor, biomass boiler, mechanical ventilation with heat recovery, and underfloor drainage. Heating is provided by a pellet-fired boiler.

A creative home office space at the house (Image: Ashdown Jones)

According to the listing, the almost 300 year old home also benefits from superfast B4RN Wi-Fi and private drainage and water systems. Most mobile phone providers are said to reach the area.

Original elements, such as flagstone flooring, exposed beams, and a wooden staircase, remain in place.

Downstairs, underfloor heating runs throughout. The open-plan space spans cooking, dining, and living areas, while the modern kitchen includes an island, pale green-grey cabinetry, and a Britannia range with induction hob.

The property is set close to Windermere (Image: Ashdown Jones)

A utility room with direct access outside sits just off the kitchen.

There are several living spaces, including a study, cloakroom, and a guest suite created from a former barn.

The guest suite has floor-to-ceiling windows and a contemporary shower room.

Upstairs, a master bedroom features a dressing area, built-in wardrobes, and an en-suite shower room. Two further bedrooms share a family bathroom.

Bedroom at Toms Howe (Image: Ashdown Jones)

An upstairs sitting area with a log burner opens onto a balcony with views over the surrounding hills and fields.

An internal door leads into the attached bank barn. A private driveway supplies parking for more than eight cars. Grounds include a wrap-around lawn, flower beds, rockery, and a selection of mature shrubs and spring bulbs.

The listing states the plot is secure and suitable for both children and animals.

Bathroom at Toms Howe (Image: Ashdown Jones)

Outbuildings consist of a double garage, art studio, several workshops, and a shippon.

Attached outbuildings are fitted with electricity and plumbing, providing scope for future use.

Across from the house stands a row of detached stone buildings and another garage. The location is around 20 minutes’ drive from Kendal.

Incredible views from the property (Image: Ashdown Jones)

Interested parties seeking more information, or looking to arrange a property viewing, are urged to contact Ashdown Jones on 015394 88811.

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