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Guide Price£245,000

Heights, Appleby-In-Westmorland, CA16

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1

Key Features

  • Charming 2 bedroom barn conversion
  • Occupancy restriction applies
  • Parking and garden
  • EPC Rating - D
  • Tenure - Freehold
  • Council tax band - Small Business rates

Description

Offered to the market with no ongoing chain, this beautifully presented barn conversion combines character, comfort and investment potential. Set within an attractive courtyard development of restored farm buildings, the property enjoys an elevated position with panoramic views across the North Pennines and Westmorland Dales.

Arranged over two floors in a reverse-level layout, the accommodation comprises two spacious double bedrooms and a well-appointed bathroom on the ground floor. Upstairs, the open-plan living space takes full advantage of the stunning views, incorporating a lounge with LPG log fire, dining area with large pine table and a well-equipped kitchen. Exposed beams, character features and tasteful décor complement the traditional stone exterior.

Outside, private seating space provides an ideal spot to enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Low maintenance and easy to manage, the cottage would make an excellent holiday retreat or investment property.

Currently operated at a level to suit it’s owners from Easter to October, the property generates approximately £10,000 per season, with significant potential to extend bookings throughout the year, including winter walking breaks and Christmas stays. Accounts details available on request.

Please note: The property is subject to an occupancy restriction and cannot be used as a main residence. Prospective purchasers should make their own enquiries to establish the precise terms of the restriction and their eligibility to occupy the property.


EPC Rating: D

Hallway

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bathroom

Kitchen / Living Area

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 receive 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 £240 per completed sale or purchase. • Auction – If you decide to sell your property 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 arranging 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.

Services

Mains electricity, water; oil central heating; septic tank drainage; 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.

Septic Tank

We have been informed that the property has a septic tank and would advise any prospective purchaser to check it complies with current standards and rules introduced on 1st January 2020.

Directions

The property can be located by using the postcode CA16 6EP, there is a sign on the gate post that says 'Heights Cottages', drive up the hill, taking the left hand fork and into the courtyard. Berts Cottage is the first on the left. or by using What3Words///original.pounces.defeated

Parking - Allocated parking

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
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Date Posted
2026-10-17

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
67 D
74 C

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
Mains
Heating
Oil 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
Yes

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
Private 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

2 Mbps

Under 10 Mbps here

Suitable for

  • Basic browsing & email

Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.

Mobile signal

OutdoorsIndoorsEE Good NoneO2 Good NoneThree Good LimitedVodafone Good None

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

  • Asby Endowed School1.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    20
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
  • Warcop CofE Primary School2.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    85
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Appleby Primary School3.8 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    163
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Crosby Ravensworth CofE School4.8 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    3 to 11
    Pupils
    42
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Brough Community Primary School5.9 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    73
    Type
    Community school

Secondary

  • Appleby Grammar School4.1 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    357
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Kirkby Stephen Grammar School5.8 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    377
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Settlebeck School14 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    203
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Ullswater Community College15 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,520
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith15 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,026
    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

Co-op Appleby, Appleby, Cumbria3.7 miles
Spar - Appleby-In-Westmorland, Appleby, Cumbria3.7 miles
Spar - Kirkby Stephen, Kirkby Stephen5.8 miles

GP surgery

Appleby Medical Practice3.7 miles

Pharmacy

Eden Pharmacy3.6 miles

Hospital

Penrith Hospital14 miles

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

Appleby Rail Station3.8 miles

Nearest bus stop

New Inn2.3 miles

Typical drive times

Penrith31 min · 18 miles
Sedbergh34 min · 23 miles
Kirkby Stephen16 min · 9.1 miles
Carlisle (city)53 min · 38 miles
Appleby-in-Westmorland11 min · 4.4 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

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

Very low risk

Planning map: Flood Zone 1.

Surface water

Very 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.

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are drawn from the advertising agent's marketing materials or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

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Devonshire Chambers, Devonshire Street, Penrith, CA11 7SS

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