An idyllic detached cottage, occupying an enviable location within the beautiful Lakeland valley of Eskdale, is available with PFK Estate Agents.

A former toll house, Force Bank has been extended over the years and now offers a spacious interior, with all the accommodation arranged on the ground floor, plenty of room outside and is suitable for a variety of purchasers, including those seeking retirement, a family, for use as a second home or to let as a holiday home.

The character cottage is located in a quiet location between Holmrook and Santon Bridge, with the River Irt close by.

The property includes two reception rooms, large dining kitchen, utility room, shower room, two double bedrooms and a family bathroom.

One of the highlights of the property is the landscaped grounds which look particularly fabulous in the summer months.

There is also a large wildflower meadow with a small number of fruit trees, plus a separate private parking area.

Another great feature of the property are the fell views, which can be enjoyed from both bedrooms.

There are gardens at the back of the property which are stocked with a wonderful array of wild flowers as well as the separate wildflower meadow and private parking area, both of which are positioned opposite the cottage.

Opening into the lounge, which has fell views, there is a step down to the dining kitchen and door to a bedroom.

The first bedroom has fitted mirrored wardrobes on one wall and a window looking out to the front of the cottage.

With a range of matching units the kitchen-diner has an electric oven and microwave integrated at eye level, electric hob with extractor over, plumbing for a dishwasher and space for a fridge-freezer. The part-sloped ceiling has two Velux roof lights and space for a dining table and chairs. A door leads to the inner hallway, which benefits from two windows looking out to the side.

A utility room has plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer, window to the side, tiled flooring and a door out to the back gardens. A door leads to the shower room.

The family bathroom has a four-piece suite which includes a bath and shower cubicle.

Bedroom two is a large double room which benefits from open views and fitted mirrored wardrobes on one wall which are complemented by a matching dresser unit.

In the living room is a woodburning stove is set on a brick hearth. The room has a coved ceiling and benefits from triple-aspect windows which provide lovely views.

The property is set in extensive grounds, which mainly lie to the back of the cottage and have been fully landscaped. The gardens incorporate a large section of lawn, wide variety of wild flowers, mature hedging and trees.

Force Bank, Santon Bridge, Holmrook, is for sale at £350,000 from PFK Estate Agents. See here for more details.