Syke Farm, Wigton
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
Key Features
- Detached barn conversion
- Characterful property
- 3 Bedrooms
- Converted garage into a functional studio
- Countryside views
- Great for access to Wigton and the A595
- Generous parking
- Underfloor heating throughout
- Recently featured on Escape to the Country
Description
This exceptional barn conversion has been meticulously converted to preserve its original features whilst seamlessly providing contemporary comfort. Situated in a picturesque rural setting, the property boasts exposed wooden beams, stone walls, and carefully designed living spaces that seamlessly connect original features with modern amenities. Versatile accommodation includes a spacious reception room, a well-appointed kitchen, and adaptable living areas that could suit a variety of lifestyles. The conversion has been thoughtfully executed to maximise natural light and create an open, welcoming environment.
Outside, the property is complemented by an attractive south facing garden, offering private spaces with stunning countryside views and all day sun. A detached studio and excellent parking facilities add further practicality to this unique home, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking character, comfort, and countryside living.
The property is situated on the southwestern edge of Wigton, a charming market town nestled between the Caldbeck Fells and Solway Coast. Benefiting from local amenities, a railway station, and proximity to top schools, the property offers exceptional rural views and convenient access to the A595, West Coast, Carlisle, and the Lake District National Park. The property has also recently featured in Escape to the Country.
Kitchen Diner - 3.63 x 4.08 (11'10" x 13'4") - The kitchen is the heart of the home and is filled with character. It has solid wood cabinetry, granite worktops, colourful tiled backsplash and integrated fridge and dishwasher, and range style cooker in a delightful stone surround. There is space for a dining table and a stable door leading out into the garden, double doors out to the front and a door to the main entrance hallway and rest of the ground floor.
Lounge - 3.66 x 5.03 (12'0" x 16'6") - The lounge is triple aspect making it spacious and bright, it has beautiful oak floors, French doors to the rear garden, wood burning stove with bricked hearth and door to the main entrance hallway.
Entrance Hallway - The entrance hallway allows access to all ground floor rooms and the stairs to the first floor, the stairway which is double height making it a spacious entrance, it also benefits from a storage cupboard and storage alcove.
Utility - 2.25 x 2.94 (7'4" x 9'7") - The utility is accessed via the downstairs Jack and Jill W.C. it has cabinetry and worktop and space for a washer and dryer, it also has an external door out into the garden and a door to a good size storage cupboard.
W.C. - The downstairs Jack & Jill W.C. is accessed via the main entrance hallway or via the Utility room and features a W.C., basin and storage cupboard.
Principal Bedroom - 3.68 x 5.09 (12'0" x 16'8") - The principal bedroom is a generously sized room currently fitting a king sized bed and additional furnishings. The room has been extended up into the eaves to give it a spacious feel and adding characterful features such as the beams. This dual aspect room is filled with natural light and benefits from views across the fields behind the property.
Bedroom Two - 3.69 x 3.23 (12'1" x 10'7") - Bedroom two is a comfortable double bedroom. There are fitted cupboards, characterful beams and dual aspect windows.
Bedroom Three - 2.67 x 2.37 (8'9" x 7'9") - Bedroom three is a delightful bedroom benefitting from stunning views across the fields behind the home and plenty of room for storage.
Bathroom - 2.66 x 2.78 (8'8" x 9'1") - The bathroom is a four piece suite with tiled corner shower enclosure, roll top bath, w.c. and basin.
Landing - The upstairs landing allows access to all the bedrooms and family bathroom. It has a a characterful stone wall and beams.
Studio/Gym - 3.54 x 6.35 (11'7" x 20'9") - The garage has been converted into a studio/gym and is modern and bright, accessible via the French doors at the front or a side door from the rear garden, this space has been thoughtfully designed and finished to a high standard with fitted units, double sink, electric heating and boarded attic storage with a pull down ladder.
Services - Mains electricity & water. Shared septic tank drainage. Oil fired under floor heating.
Additional Information - The property currently has a covenant restricting business from being registered at this address, for more information please call the office on .
Please Note - These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate, are set out for guidance only and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract - intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in the employment of Lakes Estates has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to the property. All mention of appliances / fixtures and fittings in these details have not been tested and therefore cannot be guaranteed to be in working order.
Outside - To the front of the property there is a generous off road parking for several vehicles. At the gable end there is gated access to the south facing rear garden which has patio, raised lawn and additional seating area, views across the countryside and access to the studio.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- D
- Date Posted
- 2026-10-07
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
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 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
- Driveway
- 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
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Predicted 4G and 5G signal; 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
- Wigton Nursery and Infant School1.1 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 7
- Pupils
- 165
- Type
- Community school
- Thomlinson Junior School1.1 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 7 to 11
- Pupils
- 227
- Type
- Community school
- St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School1.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 136
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- Boltons CofE School2.7 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 86
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Rosley CofE School2.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 66
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- The Nelson Thomlinson School0.9 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,095
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Caldew School6.6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 990
- Type
- Academy converter
- Richard Rose Morton Academy8 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 905
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Beacon Hill Community School8.6 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 135
- Type
- Community school
- Trinity School10 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,711
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
* 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
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
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
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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
Environment Agency open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Long-term risk counts flood defences; the planning map's flood zones do not. The map pin for this listing marks the postcode area rather than the exact location, so these readings describe the surrounding area. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.
Rivers and the sea
Planning map: Flood Zone 1.
Surface water
Not at the pin: mapped about 10 metres away.
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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