Compact, characterful village cottage — ideal starter home or holiday bolt-hole..
One double bedroom with high ceilings and period character
Cosy sitting room with wood-burning stove and sandstone floors
Modern fitted kitchen with granite worktops
Small southwest-facing patio, very low maintenance
Attached terrace but sold on separate title
Right of way for neighbouring property across patio
EPC F and electric heating — higher running costs likely
Medium local flood risk; check insurance/mitigation
Set in the heart of Armathwaite, this one-bedroom end-terrace cottage blends period character with practical modern updates. Exposed stonework, sandstone floors and a cosy wood-burning stove create a warm, authentic living space while a fitted kitchen with granite worktops adds contemporary convenience. The compact layout is low-maintenance and ideal for a single person, couple, holiday let or lock-up-and-leave retreat.
The cottage sits on a very small plot with a southwest-facing patio that captures afternoon sun and requires minimal upkeep. Although attached to the neighbouring house, it sits on a separate title. Buyers should note there is a legal right of way for the adjoining property across the patio. Electric heating and an EPC rating of F indicate higher running costs compared with modern systems.
Flooding risk in the area is medium; prospective buyers should check local flood reports and insurance implications. The village location is a major asset: a shop/post office, two pubs, a railway station on the Carlisle–Settle line and attractive riverside walking and cycling routes are all within easy reach. Carlisle, Penrith and the Lake District are accessible for commuting or leisure.
This property suits someone seeking a charming, compact countryside base rather than a large family home. It offers clear holiday-let or starter-home potential but comes with practical considerations — small plot, shared access arrangements, medium flood risk and modest energy efficiency — that buyers will want to weigh alongside its character and location.