This modern five-bed detached house set in a "peaceful and quiet" location is currently on the market for over £1 million. 

The House, in Penton, Carlisle costs £1,050,000 and has had extensive renovation and extension work done to it.

It six bathrooms and internal living space extending beyond 6,000 square feet. 

The description of the property on Zoopla says: "The home unfolds across three storeys, with superlative views across the Scottish mountains and the five acres of surrounding land.

"The expansive private gardens are surrounded by open fields and woodland, while the Scottish Borders and North Lakes are easily reachable by car in around 45 minutes.

"Set back from the road by a sweeping private driveway, the house occupies an elevated position and is surrounded by an acre of formal gardens and many tall specimen trees.

"The driveway and integral double garage provide a generous provision of off-street parking.

"A creative studio is interlinked; this is a beautifully bright room with a striking wall of timber-framed glazing following the pitched, timber-clad roofline.

"The glazing frames verdant views across the garden and invites in an excellent quality of natural light."

For more information about the property, contact The Modern House on 02033286556.