Marthwaite, Sedbergh, Cumbria

Enjoying an elevated position with stunning views towards the Howgill Fells, Merlin Cragg is a rare rural property set within generous gardens and approximately 19.07 acres of adjoining land. Surrounded by open countryside yet within easy reach of the sought-after market town of Sedbergh, it offers an exceptional lifestyle setting in the Yorkshire Dales National Park.Offering a rural position close to the sought-after market town of Sedbergh, renowned for its strong community, historic character and excellent range of everyday amenities including shops, cafes, pubs and services. Often referred to as England’s official Book Town, Sedbergh also lies with the Yorkshire Dales National Park and is an ideal location for those seeking an active countryside lifestyle.

The property is exceptionally well placed for accessibility, with the M6 motorway only a short drive from the property via Junction 37. Railway links are available at Oxenholme Railway Station, which provides access to the West Coast Mainline, with direct trains to London Euston, Manchester and Glasgow.

The area is also highly regarded for its educational establishments, with a choice of excellent and well-respected primary and secondary schools, including the renowned Sedbergh School and Casterton, Sedbergh Preparatory School. The combination of the location, outstanding scenery and facilities makes this an ideal family home and lifestyle property.

Approached via a shared private track, the property impresses with its peaceful setting and picture perfect backdrop of stone walls and rolling hills. Internally, the home offers spacious and versatile accommodation, with 4 /5 bedrooms, ideally suited to modern family living.
Having been upgraded and extended by it’s current owners, the interior offers a well-presented home, blending both contemporary comfort with countryside charm. Features including exposed beams, timber finishes and large windows combine to create a welcoming entrance and light-filled spaces.

A central entrance provides a warm welcome, leading to the ground floor accommodation. The heart of the home is a spacious dining / kitchen, offering an inviting family and entertaining space. With wall and base units to three walls, together with integral appliances, offering plenty of storage and cooking space. There is access to a sunroom leading from the kitchen / dining area, which has doors opening to the rear garden, making this a perfect inside / outside space.
The lounge provides a generous room, centred around a feature woodburning stove, which provides a cosy retreat during the winter months, whilst the large windows create a bright and airy atmosphere throughout the year.

A highly appointed shower room with WC, wash band basin and separate shower cubicle serves as a WC facility for everyday use.

There are two bedrooms located to the ground floor, which share a house bathroom, comprising WC, wash hand basin and separate bath which is in addition to the shower room.

The first floor is set around an open landing area with excellent eaves storage. There are three good-sized bedrooms which offer flexible space to suit a purchaser’s needs.

Externally, the property continues to impress, with ample parking at the front, a substantial garage building and a workshop space, offering flexibility for storage, hobbies, and those looking to use the property for smallholding purposes.
The adjoining land is a particularly attractive feature of Merlin Cragg, and extend to approximately 19.07 acres (7.71 hectares) in total. The holding comprises productive pastureland, together with areas of woodland and some meadow ground, offering excellent amenity appeal and space for grazing and / or equestrian uses. Situated on the land is a timber agricultural outbuilding, ideal for livestock.

Whether you are looking for a perfect family home, a rural retreat or a lifestyle property, this home in it’s beautifully positioned setting, with some of the finest views, has something for all.