18th century house with Ullswater views for sale
This stone-built period property has terrific views out over Ullswater in the Lake District

Clarkgate is a period house dating back to the 18th century which has been added to and upgraded over the years to provide first-class family house in the Lake District. Originally constructed of local stone, the property has some skilfully adapted extensions which are brick-built with contrasting Lakeland stone corner features.
The property provides two reception rooms, master bedroom suite, two further bedrooms, study/bedroom four and a large kitchen/dining area.
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Outside is a well-planned garden consisting of a large paved patio and terraced rock garden, a goldfish pond with waterfall, large lawns and mature shrubs. The garden also has a summer house, garden shed and a greenhouse.
Clarkgate occupies an elevated position with commanding views of Lake Ullswater and the surrounding Lakeland Fells. Penrith is just six miles' drive and has direct trains to London while the pretty Lakeland village of Pooley Bridge is 3 miles has a local shop, café, post office, pubs and a hotel.
The guide price is £675,000. For further information please telephone 01578 722 814 or visit www.knightfrank.co.uk.
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