Gardens, views, river and tranquillity were attractions of detached family home in Ullock

Much of it dates from the 19th century, although it does have 16th century sections with more recent alterations and additions, resulting in a property that offers huge flexibility with space for dependent relatives or the option of a work-from-home environment.

Paul and Julia Myerscough and their two daughters have lived at Windyhaugh for 15 years, relocating from Cambridgeshire.

“We were smitten by the beautiful garden, the views across the village, sound of the River Marron and the lack of road noise,” said Paul, the leader of a group of manufacturing companies. Julia is the author of the acclaimed novel 51 Weeks.

Their home is approached along its own private driveway leading to the entrance which has a dual-aspect conservatory area enjoying fabulous views.

This has open-plan access to a large dining kitchen, there are two reception rooms and a second conservatory to the rear.

“We knocked through a wall at the back of the lounge to form this small conservatory-cum-snug with patio doors and a decking area,” said Paul. “It has added a direct route to the upper garden from this end of the house.”

Upstairs are five bedrooms and a shower room, the family bathroom and a separate wc being on the ground floor, along with a home office.

This could be used as an additional bedroom if required, as could the front-facing reception room.

Paul recalled: “We converted the loft into the master bedroom with a large en-suite bathroom and dressing area and were able to design in several large windows overlooking fields and the river, which has made it a lovely light and airy space.

“The kitchen has also been completely remodelled and additionally, we installed a new boiler and central heating, a utility room, a staircase and reroofed the property with Buttermere slate.”

Despite its good size, Windyhaugh is a comfortable and welcoming home which is ideal for a family with its downstairs rooms providing ample space.

Outside, the driveway has off-road parking for four to five vehicles and there is a single garage while the split-level back garden has a large raised lawn with shrubbery.

“We have greatly improved the garden, adding extensive stone patio areas, water feature and steps up to the top garden.

“Old stone walls surround the garden and the top garden looks out on to fields. The garden is easy care with carefully planted mixed shrubs, perennial borders and rockeries. It is particularly beautiful in the spring with yellow poppies and purple aquilegias.

“Sitting in the back conservatory, drinking in the views over the garden and fields, is a favourite spot and when the sun shines, it’s bliss!

“There are fantastic views across the countryside and village with glimpses of Loweswater Fell.

“We will miss these views, and our lovely neighbours and the village community, along with the tranquil surroundings.

“The quiet roads around here are good for dog walking direct from the house and there are regular events at the village hall. Two pubs - the Royal Yew and Wild Duck - are both within walking distance and the Kirkstile Inn is just a 10-minute drive away.

“It’s also only a five-minute drive or short bike ride over to the edge of Loweswater.

“I would say that the fact that there are downstairs and upstairs bathrooms and lots of excellent-sized rooms that can be used flexibly are a real attraction.”