Rottington, Whitehaven, CA28
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
Key Features
- Charming 3/4 bedroom barn conversion with a unique upside down layout
- Peaceful hamlet between Sandwith and St Bees, close to the beach and coastal walks
- No onward buying chain
- Two private parking spaces and attractive lawned gardens
- Ideal for families, professional couples and those relocating to West Cumbria
- Tenure: Freehold
- EPC Rating E
- Council Tax Band D
Description
Tucked away within the peaceful hamlet of Rottington, this charming chain free semi-detached barn conversion offers an exceptional blend of character, space and countryside tranquillity, all within easy reach of the stunning Cumbrian coastline. Enjoying an enviable position between the sought after villages of Sandwith and St Bees, the property is perfectly placed for those seeking a quieter way of life without sacrificing convenience. Designed in an attractive upside down layout to maximise the surrounding rural views, the main living accommodation occupies the first floor, creating a light filled and welcoming space that makes the most of its idyllic setting.
The impressive lounge is undoubtedly the heart of the home, boasting a vaulted ceiling with striking apex beams, a feature wood-burning stove with an oak mantel and far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. A separate kitchen, dining and family room provides an excellent space for everyday living and entertaining, again showcasing exposed beams and benefitting from steps leading directly outside to the front of the property. A useful utility room with WC completes the first floor. On the ground floor are four versatile bedrooms, with one offering excellent flexibility as a home office, playroom, hobbies room or teenage retreat. The principal bedroom enjoys the added luxury of an en-suite shower room, while a beautifully appointed family bathroom is fitted with a traditional four-piece suite. The property benefits from underfloor heating throughout.
Outside, the property continues to impress with a generous lawned garden complemented by a patio seating area, creating an ideal space for family life, entertaining or simply relaxing whilst enjoying the peaceful surroundings. To the rear, a courtyard provides two allocated parking spaces, together with the added benefit of a shared visitor parking space. Combining character, versatile accommodation and a sought-after rural setting just minutes from St Bees beach, Whitehaven and excellent local amenities, this superb home is perfectly suited to families, those relocating to the area or buyers looking for a lifestyle property. Offered to the market with no onward chain, it presents an exciting opportunity to move straight in and enjoy everything this wonderful location has to offer.
EPC Rating: E
Entrance Hallway
Composite door giving access to a spacious hallway, stairs to first floor accommodation, 2 large storage cupboards, wood effect flooring.
Office/Bedroom
Flexible room which has in the past been set up as a bedroom, could also serve as a home office, playroom or hobby room.
Bedroom
Double bedroom with expose ceiling timber and sandstone, wood effect flooring.
Family Bathroom
Fitted with stylish 4 piece suite comprising high level wc, wash hand basin, freestanding roll top bath and tiled corner shower cubicle with mains shower.
Bedroom
Double bedroom with exposed ceiling timber.
Principal Bedroom
Large double bedroom with exposed ceiling timbers, wood effect flooring and door to en-suite shower room.
En-Suite
Fitted with modern 3 piece suite comprising close coupled wc, wash hand basin and tiled shower enclosure with mains shower.
Lounge
A truly impressive living space, beautifully showcasing the character of the barn conversion with a stunning vaulted ceiling, exposed apex beams and a feature wood-burning stove set within an inglenook-style fireplace with a solid oak mantel. Flooded with natural light and enjoying delightful countryside views, this spacious room provides the perfect setting for both relaxing and entertaining.
Dining Kitchen
A superb open-plan kitchen, dining and family room, perfectly designed for modern living while retaining the charm and character of the original barn. The vaulted ceiling, exposed beams and rooflight create a wonderfully light and spacious feel, complemented by an extensive range of solid wood units, granite worktops and a central island providing additional preparation and storage space. There is access to a large attic space between the dining kitchen and the lounge. There is ample room for both dining and relaxed seating, making this an ideal space for family life and entertaining, with steps leading directly outside to the front of the property.
Utility/WC
Fitted with a range of matching wall and base units, with complementary worksurfacig, plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer, corner WC, small wash hand basin and tiled slate floor.
Services
Mains electricity and water. LPG with underfloor heating and double glazing installed throughout. 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.
Sewerage Treatment Plant
We have been informed by the seller that the property has a shared sewerage treatment plant and would advise any prospective purchaser to check it complies with current standards and rules introduced on 1st January 2020.
Referral Fee Disclosure
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 receiv e a referral fee as follows (all figures include VAT): •
Conveyancing (Napthens LLP, Bendles LLP, Scott Duff & Co, Knights PLC,
Newtons Ltd , Beyond Conveyancing Ltd ): £120 to £2 4 0 per completed sale or
purchase. • Auction – If you decide to sell your prope rty 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 arrang ing
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.
Directions
The property can be located using either CA28 9UR or W3W///prelude.pave.cult
Garden
The enclosed garden has been designed for ease of maintenance, being predominantly laid to lawn with a patio seating area providing the perfect place to relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
Parking - Off street
To the rear of the property is a courtyard parking area where the property benefits from two allocated parking spaces. In addition, there is a shared visitor parking space available for use with the neighbouring property.
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- E
- Date Posted
- 2026-08-08
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
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- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Gas Central Heating
- Broadband
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- Sewerage
- Septic Tank / Private
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Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Off-Street Parking
- Garden
- Private Garden
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
10 Gbps
Superfast · available to 4% of premises
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
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Nearest Schools
Primary
- St Bees Village Primary School1.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 162
- Type
- Academy converter
- Valley Primary School and Nursery2.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 286
- Type
- Community school
- St Mary's Catholic Primary School2.2 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 195
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- Kells Infant School2.3 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 3 to 7
- Pupils
- 130
- Type
- Community school
- Monkwray Junior School2.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 7 to 11
- Pupils
- 109
- Type
- Community school
Secondary
- The Whitehaven Academy3.2 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 859
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- West Lakes Academy3.3 milesOfsted: Inadequate *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,017
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- St Benedict's Catholic High School3.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 990
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- Energy Coast UTC8.5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 14 to 19
- Pupils
- 383
- Type
- University technical college
- St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington9.8 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 539
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
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Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Walking trail
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Getting Around
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Typical drive times
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