This spectacular example of mid-16th century architecture is situated in the heart of Melling, a small parish close to both the Cumbrian and Yorkshire borders.

With 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, The Homestead offers elegance, space and peace, reminiscent of a bygone age. This phenomenal building is situated in the very centre of several Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, including the infamous Trough of Bowland, and the fabulous English Lake District. The Homestead is located directly across from St Wilfrid’s Church, a Grade I listed building originally dating back to the 1300’s. Just a 5-minute drive from the charming villages of Hornby and Kirkby Lonsdale and their local amenities, this remarkable period residence, has date stones reading 1774 and 1653, offers tranquil living, alongside the countless luxuries of being located in the stunning Lune Valley.

Guarded by two of the Queen’s Beasts, the elegant stained-glass doorway into Edmundson House welcomes you to this striking property. Inside, the stunning kitchen, surrounded by exposed stone walls, and featuring bespoke free-standing units, including a grand island as the focal point of the room, two large windows allow plenty of natural lighting, along with additional recessed spotlights for those winter evenings when the English sunlight is limited.

Access to the dining room is to the left of the kitchen, with impressive stained-glass windows either side of the stone doorway; it has three double glazed windows along the westward wall. With continued oak flooring, exposed beams and a multi fuel stove in a beautiful stone fireplace; this magnificent dining space replicates the opulent lifestyle of the original 16th century occupants.

To the rear of the dining hall a half glass panelled door gives way to the home’s private office space. With tiled flooring, under floor heating and a delightful wood burning stove, this room is the perfect location for those needing a quiet, cosy office in which to work. A convenient stable door gives access to the rear of the property and the exquisite courtyard garden that has adequate parking for up to 2 vehicles.

Moving out into the inner hall sits a grand cantilevered stone staircase, leading both upstairs and down into the spacious cellar, with entry to the bespoke furnished utility room to the left, and to the right, an entranceway to the comfortable lounge area, boasting a marvellous, open fireplace with period surround, exposed beams, and original Victorian tiled flooring.

Progressing up to the semi- first floor of this beautiful home, the Master Bedroom sits elevated from the rest of the floor, complete with a grand vaulted ceiling, quintessentially British beams and trusses, iconic cast iron radiators, and the same alluring exposed stone walls seen throughout the property. The master bedroom benefits from a spacious en-suite bathroom, consisting of a vintage, white three-piece suite, stunning ceramic tiles and exquisite oak flooring, consistent with the rest of the home.

Moving up to the first floor the breath-taking drawing room sits in the southwest corner of the home, is most tastefully and sympathetically decorated. Four windows in a double aspect configuration frame the room, allowing an abundance of natural light to dance through the vibrant panes. The second bedroom is across the hall, with a luxurious open fireplace, and a double-glazed window providing views of the historically significant and gorgeous St Wilfrid’s Church, just over the street.

The property’s first floor bathroom is lined with contrasting cream and green Charles Rennie Mackintosh period tile finish, comprises of a five-piece suite, including a time-honoured large roll-top bath sat on graceful claw feet, sat in front of a double-glazed window facing out over the adjoined courtyard garden.

Advancing to the second floor, via a beautiful solid oak staircase, the light-filled landing continues to display this period property’s unique features as the third bedroom is revealed. Another wonderful example of a period fireplace is present, with solid oak flooring and a three-piece en-suite bathroom to the right upon entry, housing a slipper bath with traditional claw feet, and a bespoke fitted mirror.

The fourth bedroom, sitting Just next door to the 2nd bathroom, also on the second floor, provides picturesque views of the historical grounds surrounding the Iconic St Wilfrid’s church to the east of the property. This bedroom benefits from a tiled fireplace, sitting atop of a black granite hearth, solid oak flooring throughout and wood beams, as seen extensively throughout this most impressive home. This gorgeous bathroom contains a Victorian style 4-piece suite with highly decorative cream and maroon ceramics and is half panelled in oak.

The property also includes access to a large, private garage, with mezzanine storage and double doors, and a generous outdoor patio, visible from the first and second floor windows. There is also a grand, separate area of land, surrounded by mature beech trees, a charming pond and a character-filled summerhouse, which offers a great many delightful uses.

Details

Bedrooms
4

Bathrooms
4

Parking
Yes

Garden
Yes