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Great Asby, Appleby-In-Westmorland, CA16

Land size
8 acres
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1

Key Features

  • Farmhouse situated on an elevated position with outbuildings, barn & approx. 8 acres
  • Entrance Hall, Wc, Living/Dining Room & Dining Kitchen. 3 Bedrooms & Bathroom.
  • Range of outbuildings and countryside views
  • Tenure: Freehold
  • Council Tax Band: C
  • EPC: TBA

Description

This detached three-bedroom farm house with approximately 8 acres of land and numerous outbuildings offers a rare blend of rustic charm, comfort and expansive countryside living. The property welcomes you with a striking stone-built exterior and a spacious driveway, providing ample off-road parking and a garage for additional storage or convenience. Inside, the main reception room is enriched with period features, including exposed ceiling beams, a central fireplace and built-in shelving, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Large windows flood the living spaces with natural light and offer serene views of the rolling countryside. The heart of the home is the kitchen, which combines classic character with kitchen units and range cooker. First floor provides 3 double bedrooms and a bright and airy bathroom features a walk-in shower and a separate bath-tub.

The property’s outstanding outdoor features are a major highlight, with expansive green lawns, mature trees and hedges offering a tranquil setting ideal for families or those seeking a rural retreat. Multiple outbuildings, including a large stone barn, stable area and storage sheds, offer significant potential for renovation or equestrian use. The spacious courtyard and private gravel pathway further add to the property’s versatility, providing plenty of space for parking or agricultural pursuits. With breathtaking scenic views from every angle, this home epitomises indoor-outdoor living - seamlessly connecting the internal spaces to the generous garden and surrounding countryside.

This property combines period charm, modern amenities and limitless potential in a picturesque rural setting.


EPC Rating: F

Entrance Hall

Wc

Lounge / Dining Room

Kitchen

Landing

Bedroom 1

Bathroom

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Store 1

Store 2

Store 3

Byre Shed

Barn

Measured in 2 areas: 5.28m x 3.09m & 6.83m x 4.68m

Land

The whole property extends to approximately 8.08acres, with the agricultural land extending to approximately 7.75 acres of permanent pasture, which is accessed via the driveway to the house.

The land enjoys a mains water supply, with the boundaries being the maintenance responsibility as shown by the inward facing T marks on the sale plan.

The land lends itself to agricultural, equestrian or amenity use, and offers space and privacy to the property.

The neighbouring farm benefits from a right of access over the access lane as far as the first gate on the right in order to access their adjacent land.

In addition there are wayleave agreements with North West Electricity and BT for the poles and overheads lines across the property. Further details of these can be provided on application.

Directions

Trowlands can be located with the postcode CA16 6ES or alternative by using What3Words: ///costumed.unscathed.diamond
HOWEVER we would highly recommend you using What3Words: ///structure.innovator.thousands which takes you to the point off entry the road to the access lane to Trowlands.

Services

Mains electricity & septic tank drainage. Please note: measurements are approximate so may reflect the maximum dimensions and the mention of any appliances/services within these particulars does not imply that they are in full and efficient working order.

Septic Tank

The property has a non compliant septic tank which does not meet 2020 regulation. A report is available to the purchaser explaining what needs to be done and an estimate for works. The price has been reduced to allow for the septic tank replacement.

Referrals & Other Payments

PFK works with preferred providers for services relating to buying or selling property. These providers offer competitive pricing, but you are under no obligation to use them and are free to choose alternatives. If you do use these services, PFK may receive a referral fee as follows (all figures include VAT): • Conveyancing (Napthens LLP, Bendles LLP, Scott Duff & Co, Knights PLC, Newtons Ltd): £120 to £210 per completed sale or purchase. • Auction – If you decide to sell your property via Auction House Cumbria following our introduction, the average referral fee earned for 2025 was £2,398 and is dependent on the final sale price. • Financial Services (Emma Harrison Financial Services): average referral fee of £221 in 2024 for arranging mortgages, insurance, and related products. • EPCs (M & G EPCs Ltd): £25 for EPC • Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Checks (via Landmark): between £8.50 and £15.50.

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
C
Date Posted
2026-05-16

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 247 Homes with Land listings in North West England (5+ acres).

This Property£65,625 / acre
Homes with Land Average (5+ acres) £100,822 / acre
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Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
28 F
98 A

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

Electricity
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Water
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Heating
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Broadband
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Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
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Private Rights of Way
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

Accessibility
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Parking
Parking Available
Garden
Garden

Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.

Connectivity

Broadband

Fastest speed available at this postcode

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre · available to 64% of premises

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Asby Endowed School0.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    20
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
  • Crosby Ravensworth CofE School3.8 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    42
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Appleby Primary School3.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    163
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Warcop CofE Primary School3.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    85
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Orton CofE School5.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    47
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • Appleby Grammar School4 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    357
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Kirkby Stephen Grammar School6.6 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    377
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Ullswater Community College14 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,520
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Settlebeck School14 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    203
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith14 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,026
    Type
    Academy converter

* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.

Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.

Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.

Amenities

Supermarket

Spar - Appleby-In-Westmorland, Appleby, Cumbria3.6 miles
Co-op Appleby, Appleby, Cumbria3.6 miles
Spar - Kirkby Stephen, Kirkby Stephen6.6 miles

GP surgery

Appleby Medical Practice3.7 miles

Pharmacy

Eden Pharmacy3.6 miles

Hospital

Penrith Hospital14 miles

Green space

Public Park Or Garden892 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Appleby Rail Station3.8 miles

Nearest bus stop

New Inn1.9 miles

Typical drive times

Penrith30 min · 18 miles
Sedbergh31 min · 20 miles
Kirkby Stephen12 min · 8.2 miles
Carlisle (city)52 min · 38 miles
Appleby-in-Westmorland10 min · 4.5 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

A 1 in 30 or greater chance each yearHigher risk

Mapped within the area searched, not at the advertised map pin itself.

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
  • Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
  • Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
  • Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
  • Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
  • Ground risks (included in the full report)
  • Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)

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