Fullbrook Cottage

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Old Hutton, Kendal, Cumbria

Guide Price

£775,000

For Sale

Finest Properties, Cumbria

4 Bedrooms

2 Bathrooms

2 Reception Rooms

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"A beautifully restored, detached country cottage with a striking contemporary annexe in an idyllic rural setting "

The Property
Occupying a peaceful position within the scattered rural hamlet of Old Hutton, Fulbrook Cottage is a distinctive detached period home that has been thoughtfully restored to preserve its historic character while embracing the demands of modern living. Dating back several centuries and rich in local history, the property combines exposed timber framing, original beams and substantial fireplaces with carefully considered improvements carried out by the current owners over more than two decades. The result is a welcoming family home of genuine authenticity, complemented by an impressive detached contemporary annexe that significantly broadens its appeal.

A glazed entrance porch provides a practical introduction before opening into the principal reception rooms, where slate flooring, exposed beams and deep-set windows create interiors of warmth and substance. The sitting room is centred around a substantial fireplace with a wood-burning stove beneath a heavy timber lintel, while windows on two elevations draw in natural light and views of the surrounding countryside. Adjoining this, a second reception room offers a more intimate atmosphere with its own multi-fuel stove, making it equally suited to informal dining, reading or relaxed evenings with family and friends.

The kitchen is generously proportioned and arranged to accommodate everyday dining beneath recessed lighting. Solid timber cabinetry is paired with durable composite work surfaces and Burlington stone flooring, while a range-style cooker, integrated appliances and excellent storage ensure the room is as practical as it is welcoming. Beyond, a cloakroom and utility room provide valuable everyday functionality, with the utility opening directly onto the garden and giving access to a versatile first-floor room currently arranged as a home office.

The first floor provides three well-proportioned bedrooms, each retaining the cottage’s character through exposed beams and timber-framed windows, together with a spacious family bathroom featuring both a freestanding bath and separate walk-in shower. Occupying the entire second floor, the principal bedroom forms a peaceful private retreat beneath the roofline, complemented by fitted storage and an individual en suite finished with Burlington stone flooring, a freestanding bath and walk-in shower.

Standing separately from the house, the contemporary detached annexe represents one of Fulbrook Cottage’s defining features. Constructed to an excellent standard with extensive glazing framing views across the surrounding fields, it currently provides generous garaging, workshop space and an impressive first-floor studio. With power, water and drainage already connected, the building offers exceptional flexibility and, subject to any necessary consents, presents exciting possibilities for guest accommodation, multigenerational living, home working or a wide variety of lifestyle and business uses.

Externally
Fulbrook Cottage sits comfortably within its rural surroundings, enclosed by traditional stone walls and approached through timber gates onto a generous gravelled driveway providing ample parking. South-facing terraces wrap around the house, creating sheltered seating and entertaining areas that enjoy the peaceful outlook across neighbouring pasture and surrounding fells.

The gardens have been designed for ease of maintenance whilst retaining an attractive, established character. Mature trees, lawns and colourful planting soften the boundaries, while the gentle sound of the stream running nearby enhances the property’s tranquil atmosphere. The detached annexe sits discreetly within the grounds, enjoying its own generous forecourt and independent access, further reinforcing the versatility of the overall offering.

Key features

Beautifully Restored Detached Country Cottage

Four Double Bedrooms

Two Reception Rooms with Wood-Burning Stoves

Principal Bedroom Suite Occupying the Second Floor

Detached Contemporary Annexe, Garage & Workshop

South-Facing Gardens and Terraces

Ample Gated Parking

Excellent Rail and Road Connections

Description

Local Information
Old Hutton is a charming collection of rural hamlets surrounded by open countryside, ideally positioned between Kendal and Kirkby Lonsdale. The village enjoys a strong sense of community, supported by a well-regarded primary school, parish church and village hall, while everyday amenities are within easy reach in the surrounding market towns.

Kendal, approximately five miles away, offers an excellent range of independent retailers, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and healthcare facilities, together with highly regarded primary and secondary schools. The Brewery Arts Centre provides a varied programme of theatre, cinema, live music and exhibitions, adding to the town’s vibrant cultural offering.

To the south, Kirkby Lonsdale is one of the region’s most sought-after market towns, celebrated for its historic streets, independent boutiques, cafés and riverside setting. Sedbergh, home to the renowned Sedbergh School, lies to the north and offers further amenities together with excellent access to both the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks. Additional secondary schooling is available at Kirkbie Kendal School and Queen Elizabeth School in Kirkby Lonsdale.

The surrounding countryside is exceptional, with countless walking, cycling and outdoor pursuits available directly from the doorstep. Both the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks are within easy reach, together with the Lune Valley and many of Cumbria’s most celebrated landscapes.

Despite its peaceful rural setting, Fulbrook Cottage is remarkably well connected. Oxenholme Lake District railway station is approximately a ten-minute walk away, providing direct West Coast Main Line services to London Euston in around 2 hours 40 minutes, together with Manchester, Glasgow and Edinburgh. Junctions 36 and 37 of the M6 are also readily accessible, making the property particularly well suited to those seeking a country lifestyle without compromising on connectivity.

First Floor
Three Bedrooms | Family Bathroom

Second Floor
Principal Bedroom | En Suite Bathroom | Store

Detached Annexe
Double Garage | Workshop/Hobby Room | First Floor Open Plan Studio

Services
Mains electricity and mains water. Oil fired central heating. Private Klargester sewage treatment plant (fully compliant with current regulations and serviced annually). Gigabit full fibre broadband available via B4RN. Westmorland and Furness Council, Council Tax Band F

Tenure
Freehold

Council Tax
Band F

Wayleaves, Easements & Rights of Way
The property is being sold subject to all existing wayleaves, easements and rights of way, whether or not specified within the sales particulars.

Agents Note to Purchasers
We strive to ensure all property details are accurate, however, they are not to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact and do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract. All measurements and floor plans have been prepared as a guide only. All services, systems and appliances listed in the details have not been tested by us and no guarantee is given to their operating ability or efficiency. Please be advised that some information may be awaiting vendor approval.

Submitting an Offer
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