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Firbank, Sedbergh, Cumbria

Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3

Key Features

  • Character barn conversion offering generous accommodation over three floors.
  • Situated in an elevated position with stunning views across the Cumbrian Fells and Howgills.
  • Offering good sized gardens and garaging.
  • Located within easy reach of Sedbergh, the Yorkshire Dales and M6 road network.
  • Within the catchment for excellent local schooling.

Description

A beautifully presented five-bedroom barn conversion set within a small hamlet of just five properties, enjoying far-reaching views across the Yorkshire Dales National Park towards the Howgill Fells. Offering spacious and versatile accommodation over three floors, it combines character and charm with modern living, all within easy reach of Sedbergh and the M6.Occupying an elevated position within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, the property enjoys breath taking and far reaching views across rolling countryside towards the Howgill Fells and beyond. This peaceful rural setting offers the perfect balance of privacy and accessibility. Situated just a short drive from the sought-after Book Town of Sedbergh, all amenities required for everyday use are on hand. For those looking to travel further afield, Junction 37 of the M6 is approximately 5 minutes drive away. Set within the Yorkshire Dales National Park, there is some stunning scenery to be enjoyed from the doorstep, and the property is ideal for those with outdoor interests. For the family market, the property sits in the catchment of excellent local schooling, both primary and secondary, including the highly renowned Sedbergh School.

Approached through the gardens, a welcoming entrance hall sits at the centre of the home and provides access to three well-proportioned bedrooms, one being an ensuite, on the ground floor. This makes it an ideal level for guests, older family members, or those seeking flexible living arrangements. The ground floor accommodation is complemented by a shower room and separate utility area, giving access to the rear.

The first floor is dedicated to living space, making the most of the natural light and spectacular rural views. A stunning kitchen / dining space expands to over 19ft and forms the heart of the home. Being an “L” shaped space, this provides ample storage and cooking area, as well as being a social space for entertaining and family time. With two access points, this has an excellent flow from the central landing area.

A spacious lounge, set around a feature wood burning stove, provides a great space for relaxation. With large windows framing the surrounding landscape, and access to the Juliet balcony, this is a great space for everyday living.
The accommodation continues to the second floor, where there is a principal bedroom suite, complete with extensive fitted wardrobes and an ensuite bathroom comprising WC, wash hand basin, bath and large shower cubicle. There is a further double bedroom which shares the ensuite bathroom facilities as a Jack and Jill bathroom, providing additional bedroom accommodation, or could be used as a home office.

Outside, the property forms part of the attractive barn conversion development within the rural parish of Firbank. The elevated setting of the property provides uninterrupted views over the Lune Valley and Howgill Fells, creating an ever-changing backdrop throughout the seasons. The gardens are predominantly laid to lawn, with flowering borders and mature shrubbery offering a generous level of privacy. A central stone path conveniently leads from the parking area to the front entrance. Beyond, there is a garage building, which benefits from a useful mezzanine level for additional storage. In front of the garage, can be found additional parking, complementing the property.

Enjoying a corner plot, the property has a larger than average garden, which is ideal as a family residence or for those looking for a quiet peaceful setting with stunning views. Whether it is access, location or space that you are looking for, this property has it all.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
F
Date Posted
2026-06-05

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
79 C
89 B

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
Mains
Water
Private Supply
Heating
Oil Heating
Broadband
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Sewerage
Septic Tank / Private

Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
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Private Rights of Way
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Listed Property
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Restrictions
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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 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre

Suitable for

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

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

  • Sedbergh Primary School2.4 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    168
    Type
    Community school
  • Grayrigg CofE School3.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    67
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Old Hutton CofE School4.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    78
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Castle Park School6 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    326
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Dent CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School6.2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    30
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England

Secondary

  • Settlebeck School2.4 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    203
    Type
    Academy converter
  • The Queen Katherine School6.4 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
    Ages
    11 to 19
    Pupils
    910
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Kirkbie Kendal School6.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,029
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Queen Elizabeth Studio School9.1 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
    Ages
    14 to 19
    Pupils
    329
    Type
    Studio schools
  • Queen Elizabeth School9.1 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,155
    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 - Sedbergh, Sedbergh1.8 miles
Iceland Kendal Food Warehouse, Kendal6.3 miles
Aldi New Hutton Kendal, Kendal6.4 miles

GP surgery

Sedbergh Medical Practice1.8 miles

Pharmacy

Allied Pharmacy Sedbergh2.1 miles

Hospital

Westmorland General Hospital6.5 miles

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

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Getting Around

Nearest station

Oxenholme Lake District Rail Station6.1 miles

Nearest bus stop

Bridge End970 metres

Typical drive times

Kendal15 min · 9.1 miles
Sedbergh8 min · 4 miles
Carnforth26 min · 21 miles
Kirkby Lonsdale18 min · 11 miles
Lancaster (city)36 min · 26 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

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.

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