This house was constructed recently with modern living in mind and has been finished to a high specification, many areas being over-engineered for future proofing.

All rooms are wired with internet connections and the property is energy efficient with a heat recovery system and rainwater harvester.

The front door leads into the reception hall which has walnut flooring while the drawing room has a striking focal fireplace.

The open-plan dining kitchen has top-quality fixtures and fittings and other rooms on the spacious ground floor include a snug, shower room, study, playroom and contemporary bathroom.

To the first floor are four bedrooms, the master large enough for bed and separate sitting area. Laundry can be dropped through a chute to the utility downstairs.

The master suite also contains a separate dressing room and a luxurious bathroom.

There are three further bedrooms to the first floor, served by a four-piece bathroom with freestanding bath and separate walk-in shower.

The house has gates to a driveway with ample space for parking and turning in addition to the integral garage.

The enclosed gardens contain a patio area and gazebo with power for a hot tub and TV and the plot slopes down to the River Derwent.

This house in The Oaks, Stainburn, near Workington, is for sale at £625,000 from Finest Properties, tel. 015394 68400.