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£599,000

Bolton Head Farmhouse Seascale, Gosforth, CA20

Land size
1 acres
Bedrooms
4

Description

A beautifully characterful stone farmhouse, dating back to 1692, sitting within approximately one acre of private grounds on the edge of Gosforth — one of the western Lake District's most loved villages. With four generous bedrooms, bags of period charm and some of the finest fell views in Cumbria, Bolton Head Farmhouse is a remarkable family home in an extraordinary location. Available as part of the wider Bolton Head Farm estate or as a standalone purchase.

Bolton Head Farmhouse is a wonderful part 17th-century Cumbrian farmhouse filled with character and many original features. Presented to an immaculate standard, this 4 bedroom home offers turn-key accommodation with flexible rooms and an abundance of space.

The layout flows naturally from room to room, with the kitchen sitting at the heart of the home — a proper farmhouse kitchen which is sociable and practical. A comfortable sitting room provides space to relax and unwind, whilst a separate snug makes the most of the property's entertaining potential. A large utility room & cellar complete the accommodation, providing the everyday functionality that busy family life demands.

Four well-proportioned double bedrooms are arranged across the first floor. Master bedroom is en-suite plus a generous family bathroom. Each room enjoys the benefit of the outstanding surrounding views, and all retain the sense of solid, honest quality that defines the building as a whole.

The property has been well maintained throughout and is ready to move into from day one. There is, of course, scope for a new owner to update and improve to their own taste over time — the bones of the building are exceptional, and the potential is clear to see.
?Approached by a private driveway into the rear yard, externally the farmhouse sits within approximately one acre of its own grounds — a lovely mix of established gardens, lawns, an abundance of parking and natural boundary planting. The gardens are private and well-screened, giving the property a genuine sense of seclusion and retreat despite its accessible location. The neighbouring property (also for sale) adds a sense of community in such a peaceful location.

The outlook from the lawn and terrace is extraordinary. The Wasdale Valley opens up to the east, with Scafell Pike and the great western fells forming a dramatic natural backdrop. To the south, the South Lakes ridgeline extends across the horizon, and on clear days the Irish Sea shimmers to the west. This is a view you will never tire of.

Part of a detached stone outbuilding accompanies the farmhouse - a study, well insulated structure which currently serves as a study. Its potential extends well beyond the current use as a home office: subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents, it offers genuine scope for conversion into annexe accommodation (STP). In a National Park location, sympathetically designed conversions of this kind are increasingly well-regarded, and the buildings provide an excellent canvas.

Services: Oil fired central heating, mains water, mains electric, drainage to a septic tank

These particulars are intended to give a fair and accurate description of the property but their accuracy is not guaranteed and they do not constitute or form part of an offer or contract. All measurements are approximate. None of the services, appliances or fittings have been tested by David Britton Estates and prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves as to their condition by inspection or through their own advisers. No person in the employment of David Britton Estates has authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property. Some images may have been digitally enhanced for marketing purposes and may not fully reflect the property's current appearance.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
D
Date Posted
2026-08-19

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 778 Homes with Land listings in North West England (1+ acres).

This Property£599,000 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £189,481 / acre
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  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

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Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Gosforth CofE Primary School and Nursery1 mileOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    96
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Seascale Primary School3.1 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    97
    Type
    Community school
  • St Bega's CofE Primary School3.8 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    16
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Beckermet CofE School4.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    73
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Thornhill Primary School5.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    85
    Type
    Academy converter

Secondary

  • West Lakes Academy6.5 milesOfsted: Inadequate *
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,017
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • The Whitehaven Academy10 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    859
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • St Benedict's Catholic High School10 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    990
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Roman Catholic
  • John Ruskin School14 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    247
    Type
    Community school
  • Energy Coast UTC14 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    14 to 19
    Pupils
    383
    Type
    University technical college

* 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.

Amenities

Supermarket

Budgens Gosforth, Gosforth1.3 miles
Spar - Holmrook, Holmrook2.9 miles
Co-op Seascale - Gosforth Road, Seascale3.5 miles

GP surgery

Seascale Health Centre3.4 miles

Pharmacy

Seascale Pharmacy3.5 miles

Hospital

West Cumberland Hospital9.7 miles

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

Getting Around

Nearest station

Drigg Rail Station3.5 miles

Nearest bus stop

Petton Place1.3 miles

Typical drive times

Millom34 min · 22 miles
Egremont13 min · 7.9 miles
Whitehaven23 min · 14 miles
Cleator Moor19 min · 11 miles
Carlisle (city)1 hr 15 min · 52 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.

Flood Risk

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Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

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