With records dating back to the early Sixteenth Century Cubben House is one of the oldest properties in the valley. Owned originally for over 200 years by the Lords of Irton Manor the house was then bought in the early eighteen hundreds by Cumberland Yeomen farmers who lived here for five generations. The property has been sympathetically restored and updated but retains a huge amount of charm and character throughout. Cubben House is currently used as a successful holiday let with regular bookings. This versatile property would continue to rent as a holiday let or make a fantastic home for someone looking to enjoy the quiet life. This property is finished to a very high standard and features double glazed windows throughout making it a warm and cosy place to relax and enjoy.
You enter the property via the front door and beautiful entrance porch with a stone floor and stone lintels on each side. Even the front door oozes character. The main living room is the centre of this cottage and a great place to relax and unwind after a day out, enjoying the surrounding fells. The more time you spend in Cubben House, the more features you will spot. The fireplace is the focal point of this room, framed by dark wooden beams. The fireplace itself is built from a mixture of local stone and weathered brickwork. An original bread oven, no longer working, still features here. Bench seating, built into the corner of the room, offers a place to relax and enjoy a drink, with the bar hidden above in the original spice cupboard.
A fantastically light and spacious dining room sits to the side of the main living space. Two large windows flood this room with natural light and offer expansive views of the surrounding fells including Birker Fell, and Muncaster Fell, famous for its castle which is located on the other side. The dining room comfortably seats eight people making this a fantastic property to entertain friends and family.
The kitchen is located to the rear of the property and features a pitched ceiling with exposed beams and two large velux windows. A wide picture window frames a fantastic view of the garden. The kitchen units are all solid wood and are a distressed shaker style with a solid oak worktop. Tile floors, a rangemaster cooker, and Belfast sink add the country kitchen styling. A useful laundry room / pantry sits to the side of this room for added storage.
In addition to the downstairs bathroom a shower room and a spacious double bedroom is also located towards the rear of the property, in the single storey section of the building. Vaulted ceilings and windows on all three walls make this a light and airy space to enjoy the surrounds views. This room would also work well as a second living room, home office or studio space.
Upstairs there are two generous double bedrooms plus an additional room, currently used for storage, that would work as a small single bedroom or office. Both bedrooms have painted wooden floors and have been tastefully decorated to blend comfort and character. Every window offers a different angle of the truly stunning landscape. The main bedroom also has ensuite facilities.
OUTSIDE
Cubben house is set in a breathtaking location and there is plenty on offer within the 1.75 acre grounds. The gardens are split into different sections, offering various lawns and seating areas to enjoy throughout the day, making most of the sun’s location. The raised patio to the front of the of the property not only offers fantastic panoramic views, but is also the perfect space to enjoy a BBQ and parties due to its private setting. The gardens are mature and feature beautiful granite stone walling and rockery gardens. The front garden has an elevated viewpoint offering fantastic panoramic views of the surrounding fells and woodland. The rear of the property Is surrounded by mixed woodland and offers the opportunity to enjoy local wildlife such as Roe deer, Owls, birds of prey, countless smaller bird species and red squirrels, plus many others. The rear garden is spacious and sheltered offering complete privacy. A stream, fed from the hills runs along the property’s boundary and the sound of the running water adds to the tranquillity. A summerhouse, given the name ‘The Cubben Arms’ offers a space to enjoy games and even features its very own bar. Electricity is available here too. A large double garage, with electricity, sits at the bottom of the driveway and offers additional storage.
GENERAL REMARKS AND INFORMATION
Viewings: Strictly by appointment through the sole selling agents Fine & Country. Tel 01228 583109
Offers: Offers should be submitted to the selling agents, Fine & Country. The owner reserves the right to sell without imposing a closing date and will not be bound to accept the highest, or indeed any, offer. All genuinely interested parties are advised to note their interest with the selling agents.
Tenure and Possession: The Freehold title is offered for sale with vacant possession upon completion.
Please note: The access road to the property is owned and maintained by the local farmer although the correct access rights are provided with the deeds.
EPC Rating: D
Services: Cubben is served by mains electricity, private drainage via septic tank, and oil-fired central heating. The water is supplied from a local spring and gravity feeds into a holding tank where it is then pumped to the property and fed through both a string and UV filter.Broadband is available at the property, currently supplied by BT with speeds up to 2MBPS. Starlink is available in the area should you want faster speeds.
Council Tax: Local authority – Cumberland council. The property is currently used as a holiday let business, qualifying for small business relief but therefor currently does not pay council tax. Previously it was listed as an F but change of use would need to be carried out if sold as residential.
Money Laundering Obligations: In accordance with the Money Laundering Regulations 2017 the selling agents are required to verify the identity of the purchaser at the time an offer is accepted
Website and Social Media: Further details of this property as well as all others offered by Fine & Country are available to view on our website www.fineandcountry.co.uk. For updates and the latest properties like us on facebook.com/Fine & Country Cumbria and Instagram on @fineandcountrycumbria
Referrals: Fine & Country work with preferred providers for the delivery of certain services necessary for a house sale or purchase. Our providers price their products competitively, however you are under no obligation to use their services and may wish to compare them against other providers. Should you choose to utilise them Fine & Country will receive a referral fee: PIA Financial Solutions – arrangement of mortgage & other products/insurances; Fine & Country will receive a referral fee of £50 per mortgage referral. Figures quoted are inclusive of VAT