Summary - Howtown, Penrith, CA10 CA10 2NA
4 bed 1 bath Detached
17th‑century stone cottage with 30 acres, Ullswater views and barn conversion potential.
Outstanding elevated views over Lake Ullswater and Lake District fells
Large holding: 30.31 acres grazing and native woodland with spring water
17th‑century stone farmhouse with detached stone barn and conversion potential
Property currently needs renovation and modernisation throughout
EPC rating F; heating by electric night storage heaters
Septic tank in place — compliance not confirmed; buyers to investigate
Public footpath crosses parts of the land and access track
Very slow broadband; mobile signal reportedly excellent
Set on an elevated site with direct, outstanding views over Lake Ullswater and the surrounding fells, this 17th‑century stone farmhouse offers a rare combination of period character and expansive land. The house and detached stone barn sit within 30.31 acres (19.85 acres grazing, 10.46 acres native woodland) with natural spring water and tranquil rural outlooks — ideal for a private retreat, holiday business continuation, or an equestrian/grazing holding.
The cottage retains traditional stone walls and a slate roof; many windows are double glazed and heating is by electric night storage heaters. The detached barn may offer conversion potential subject to planning and listed/building consents. The property has a history as a self‑catering holiday let and is conveniently reachable from Pooley Bridge and Penrith, yet remains a remote, peaceful lakeside location inside the Lake District National Park.
Important practical points are straightforward: the house needs renovation and modernisation throughout; the EPC is F; drainage is to a septic tank whose compliance with current rules has not been confirmed; broadband speeds are very slow (mobile signal described as excellent). A public footpath crosses the land and parts of the track to the public highway; buyers should factor in access, potential conversion consents, and ongoing maintenance of a large rural estate.
For buyers seeking seclusion, sweeping lake views and substantial grazing/woodland acreage, this is a rare countryside opportunity. For purchasers wanting an immediately comfortable primary residence, expect a programme of renovation, mechanical upgrades and possible drainage works before long‑term, low‑maintenance occupation.
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