Nab End Cottage
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
Key Features
- Extended 2/3 bedroom semi detached barn conversion
- Idyllic location with the Lake District National Park
- Views towards Helvellyn & Great Mell Fell
- Fitted kitchen, dining room & living room with multi fuel log burner
- Home office & conservatory
- Wooden beams & high ceilings throughout
- Mature gardens and woodland field
- No onward chain
- Two separate driveways for off-road parking
- Ultrafast broadband available
Description
Set amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Lake District National Park, this charming and characterful property presents a rare opportunity to acquire a much-loved home in an exceptionally beautiful setting. Cherished by the same owner for an impressive 35 years, this special home has been a place of warmth, happiness and treasured memories - and now, the time has come for a new owner to begin their own story here. Enjoy the wonderful blend of traditional character, exposed beams, high ceilings and inviting living spaces, surrounded by beautiful gardens, woodland and spectacular views towards Helvellyn and the surrounding fells. Additionally, there are two separate driveways for additional parking, and brought to the market with no onward chain.
At the heart of the home is the fitted kitchen, thoughtfully designed to combine practicality with everyday family living, while exposed wooden beams add warmth and charm. Comprising of, integrated 4 ring electric hob, oven, microwave and extractor. Integrated fridge/ freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Stainless steel sink with hot and cold taps, complemented with ample worktop space, wall and base units. Double glazed window to front aspect with double glazed Velux window. Flowing seamlessly from the kitchen is the dining room, creating a wonderful space for both everyday dining and entertaining. The room features further exposed wooden beams and a striking high ceiling, combining generous proportions with an abundance of character and natural light. Double glazed window to rear aspect.
The characterful living room is filled with natural light and enjoys a wonderful sense of space beneath the high ceiling. Boasting exposed wooden beams and a multi-fuel log burner set within an attractive hearth and surround creates a cosy and inviting focal point - the perfect place to relax and unwind beside the fire. A double glazed window to the rear aspect allows natural light to flood the room, while two steps lead down into a charming and secluded reading nook. This delightful additional space provides the perfect retreat for enjoying a good book or simply taking in the peaceful surroundings. From here, French doors open into the conservatory, creating a lovely connection between the living accommodation and the garden. The conservatory enjoys beautiful views across the garden and towards the surrounding fells.
A truly impressive principal bedroom has been beautifully enhanced by its dramatic high-pitched roof and striking exposed stone feature wall. The generous proportions and architectural detailing create a wonderful sense of character and space. Three tall, narrow windows to the side aspect draw in an abundance of natural light, while a further double glazed window and glazed door provide access and outlook towards the front aspect. The En- suite continues the property's distinctive character, featuring an attractive exposed stone feature wall complemented by a corner shower, WC and wash basin. A heated towel rail and underfloor heating add an extra level of comfort. Double glazed window to front aspect. Bedroom 2 is a double bedroom offering an abundance of charm and character, complete with high ceiling and exposed wooden beams, creating an atmospheric and welcoming retreat with a wonderful sense of volume. A useful storage cupboard provides excellent practicality, while the double glazed rear window frames far-reaching and picturesque fell views. A versatile and beautifully proportioned room, conveniently positioned just off the kitchen is currently utilised by the owner as a home office, however has been used occasionally as an additional guest bedroom. The room benefits from a double glazed window overlooking the rear aspect. The family bathroom comprises of, a bath, WC and wash basin, complemented by a useful storage cupboard, heated towel rail and underfloor heating, while the double glazed window to the front aspect provides natural light. Adding further convenience to the home, is a separate three-piece shower room, fitted with a shower, WC and wash basin set within a vanity unit. A practical and valuable addition to the home, providing excellent facilities for family members and guests alike.
Enjoy beautifully established and thoughtfully landscaped gardens with far-reaching countryside views, complemented by a variety of attractive seating areas, grassed lawns, pond and a selection of mature shrubs and established trees of varying sizes. To the bottom of the garden, a generous decking area provides the perfect spot to sit and admire the spectacular views towards Helvellyn and the surrounding fells. Further enhancing the outdoor appeal is a woodland field, offering an additional area of natural beauty. Driveway for ample parking.
Accommodation with approx. dimensions
Ground Floor
Entrance Porch
Kitchen 7' 8" x 22' 10" (2.35m x 6.96m)
Dining Room 27' 4" x 9' 10" (8.35m x 3.01m)
Living Room 14' 10" x 16' 3" (4.52m x 4.97m)
Conservatory 9' 2" x 11' 3" (2.80m x 3.44m)
Reading Nook 5' 3" x 12' 10" (1.6m x 3.91m)
WC
Bedroom 1 14' 10" x 16' 1" (4.52m x 4.9m)
En- Suite
Bedroom 2 11' 9" x 9' 0" (3.58m x 2.76m)
Office 15' 0" x 7' 9" (4.57m x 2.37m)
Bathroom
Property Information
Tenure Freehold
Council Tax Band D
Westmorland & Furness Council
Services & Utilities Mains electricity, mains water and electric heating. Septic tank.
Septic Tank We have been advised the septic tank is not shared with any other properties, located in the garden and the discharge flow is behind garden wall
Right of Way We have been advised there is a right of way for access to the electric pole located in the garden
Energy Performance Certificate The full Energy Performance Certificate is available on our website and also at any of our offices
Broadband Speed Ultrafast broadband available
Directions Head along the A66 towards Keswick, turning left at the signpost for Matterdale. Follow the road and turn left straight after the farm. Follow this road up and the property will be on the right hand side
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Viewings Strictly by appointment with Hackney & Leigh
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- D
- Date Posted
- 2026-10-16
Energy Performance Certificate
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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
- Mains
- Heating
- Electric Heating
- Broadband
- Cable Internet
- 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
- Off-Street Parking
- 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
10 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre · available to 81% of premises
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.
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
- Penruddock Primary School2.3 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 48
- Type
- Foundation school
- Greystoke Primary School4.4 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 51
- Type
- Community school
- Stainton CofE Primary School4.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 112
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Patterdale CofE Primary School5.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 23
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Yanwath Primary School5.8 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 166
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
Secondary
- Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith6.5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,026
- Type
- Academy converter
- Ullswater Community College6.8 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,520
- Type
- Foundation school
- Keswick School10 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,208
- Type
- Academy converter
- The Lakes School15 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 445
- Type
- Community school
- Appleby Grammar School16 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 357
- Type
- Academy converter
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
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.
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. 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
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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