Four double bedrooms plus dressing room in master
Open-plan kitchen/dine/lounge/family with vaulted ceiling
Mezzanine sitting room with glass balustrade and wide views
0.7 acre plot with level lawns and gently sloping pasture
Detached double garage with room and shower (annexe potential)
Solar panels fitted; oil-fired boiler for primary heating
Very slow broadband; remote location and limited local services
Council tax described as expensive; large grounds need upkeep
Castle Cottage is a substantial detached family home set on about 0.7 acres, offering expansive, elevated countryside views and generous indoor/outdoor space. The house blends contemporary open-plan living with characterful features such as a vaulted living area, floor-to-ceiling windows, a freestanding wood burner and a mezzanine sitting room. Four double bedrooms—including a master with dressing room—provide roomy family accommodation. A detached double garage includes an additional room and shower, useful as an annexe or workshop.
Practical strengths include solar panels, large level lawns immediately around the house and private access from a country lane. The generous plot and multiple reception rooms suit families who value outdoor living, hobby space or small-scale equestrian/paddock use. The open-plan kitchen/dine/lounge/family design creates one principal social space with strong natural light and uninterrupted views.
Buyers should note material negatives: the property is in a remote, agriculturally classified area with very slow broadband and an overall community classified as very deprived. Council tax is described as expensive. The large plot and mature grounds will require ongoing maintenance. Heating includes an oil-fired boiler, so fuel costs and servicing are considerations.
This house will suit buyers seeking tranquillity, generous rural space and lifestyle potential rather than immediate urban convenience. The double garage/annexe and extensive grounds provide clear scope for flexible use, while the property’s scale and character make it a compelling option for families wanting a rural retreat.
