Summary - BIRKBANK FARM, COCKERMOUTH, MOSSER CA13 0RB
5 bed 1 bath Detached
Five bedroom farmhouse with strong period features
About 130.98 acres of grassland, meadow and 6.74 acres woodland
Extensive stone courtyard buildings with development potential (subject to consents)
High flood risk in parts; some soils seasonally waterlogged
EPC rating E; oil-fired boiler and radiators
Private drainage, mains water and electricity; very slow broadband
Steading requires renovation; useful storage but substantial works likely
Ring‑fenced farm in Lake District National Park, under 4 miles from Cockermouth
Birkbank Farm is a substantial five‑bedroom farmhouse set in about 131 acres within the Lake District National Park, offering sweeping views toward Whin Fell and surrounding peaks. The house retains strong period character—exposed beams, traditional fireplaces and a loft bathroom with outstanding outlook—making it a comfortable family home or an attractive holiday accommodation proposition.
The steading includes a large courtyard of traditional stone buildings and several modern agricultural units. These buildings currently provide storage but present clear development potential for additional accommodation, holiday lets, or commercial uses, subject to planning consents. The land is a mix of mowing and grazing pasture with approximately 6.7 acres of amenity woodland and is ring‑fenced for practical farm management.
Buyers should note material cons: the property has an EPC rating of E, oil‑fired heating, private drainage and very slow broadband; the steading requires renovation and any conversion will need the necessary consents. There is a high flood risk in parts of the holding and some soils are seasonally waterlogged, which will influence stocking, cropping and insurance decisions.
This is a rare opportunity for someone seeking an established livestock farm or a lifestyle estate in a protected landscape, with potential to diversify into tourism or conservation projects. Practical buyers—farmers, conservationists or investors—will value the scale, seclusion and development upside, but must allow for renovation costs, infrastructure upgrades and planning constraints.
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