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See how verdicts work3-bedroom terraced house · CA10 1UY
No longer listedReduced £5k (−1.8%) on 22 MayListed 230 days
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About
The Property 1–2 North View is a beautifully presented, turnkey-ready cottage in the heart of the sought-after village of Kirkby Thore, set within the Eden Valley between Penrith and Appleby.
Blending village charm with a practical modern arrangement, the home offers generous ground-floor living, three good bedrooms, two washrooms and a separate garage, making it an easy move for anyone who wants to unpack and start living.
A welcoming hall opens to two comfortable reception rooms. The living room is an inviting everyday space, while the separate dining room is perfect for family meals and entertaining.
To the rear, the kitchen enjoys a pleasant outlook and efficient layout with good worktop space and the bonus of a walk-in pantry for tidy storage.
A stylish ground-floor bathroom serves this level—ideal for guests and for life with muddy boots after a day’s walking.
Upstairs, the landing leads to three well-balanced bedrooms and a smart shower room.
The proportions work brilliantly for a couple needing guest and study rooms, or a young family looking for flexible sleeping and play space.
Décor is fresh and neutral throughout, so furnishings will slot straight in. Outside, a detached single garage provides secure parking, workshop or hobby space and valuable additional storage.
The cottage sits nicely within its setting, and the overall presentation—inside and out—means the property is genuinely move-in ready.
Location Kirkby Thore is a friendly, well-served village in the Eden Valley, renowned for big skies and far-reaching views to the Pennines.
Everyday needs are close at hand, with local amenities in the village and a wider choice in nearby Appleby and Penrith.
Excellent road links place you moments from the A66 for east–west travel, with junction 40 of the M6 at Penrith giving fast connections north and south.
Penrith’s mainline railway station sits on the West Coast route for direct services to Glasgow, Manchester and London, making this an appealing base for commuters and weekenders alike.
For leisure, you’re perfectly placed to explore some of the North’s finest landscapes.
The Lake District National Park lies to the west, the Yorkshire Dales to the south-east and the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty to the east.
Walks at Dufton Pike and Cross Fell, riverside trails along the Eden and Lowther, cycling routes and water sports around Ullswater are all within easy reach, with country pubs and farm shops dotted along the way.
Schooling options include well-regarded local primaries and secondary provision in the surrounding towns (buyers should verify catchments).
In all, 1–2 North View offers the best of village living: a beautifully finished cottage with practical space, two bathrooms, a separate garage and effortless access to the Lakes, Dales and Pennines—ready for you to turn the key and enjoy from day one.
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Property Description Disclaimer This is a general description of the property only, and is not intended to constitute part of an offer or contract.
It has been verified by the seller(s), unless marked as 'draft'.
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Our partner, Lifetime Legal Limited, will carry out the initial checks on our behalf. The current non-refundable cost is £80 inc. VAT per offer.
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Purplebricks will receive some of the fee taken by Lifetime Legal to compensate for its role in providing these checks.
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