Ireby Laithes, Over Hall Road, Ireby, Carnforth, LA6 2JZ - Matthews Benjamin

A property full of potential. A substantial detached stone built bank barn tucked away in a quiet hamlet location within the idyllic Yorkshire Dales National Park. Currently offering an attractive and characterful four bedroom conversion with potential to develop the remaining unconverted portion of the barn.

Nestled within the charming Conservation Area hamlet of Ireby, in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, Ireby Laithes occupies a wonderfully tranquil yet highly accessible setting.

The parish encompasses the picturesque communities of Ireby, Leck and Cowan Bridge. Although historically within Lancashire, the area now falls within the extended 2016 boundary of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, offering a unique blend of heritage and protected natural beauty. Nearby Cowan Bridge, just 1.8 miles away, provides a well-stocked village shop and the Fraser Hall Community Centre, fostering a strong local community.

Despite its peaceful rural position, Ireby Laithes enjoys excellent connectivity. A short drive connects you to the A65, providing convenient access northwest to the highly regarded market town of Kirkby Lonsdale, or southeast to the popular Dales village of Ingleton. Both destinations offer an excellent selection of independent shops, cafés and restaurants. Further afield, the larger centres of Settle, Kendal and Lancaster provide a broader range of amenities, educational facilities and cultural opportunities, ensuring that every practical and lifestyle need is well catered for.

For those drawn to spending time in the great outdoors, the location is nothing short of exceptional. A network of quiet country lanes, bridleways and footpaths awaits exploration, whether on foot or by bike. Beyond the immediate surroundings, the Lake District National Park lies within easy reach—Lake Windermere can be enjoyed in under 30 miles—alongside the unspoilt landscapes of the Forest of Bowland, the coastal beauty of Arnside and Silverdale, and the rolling countryside of the Lune Valley.

Ireby Laithes offers the rare opportunity to embrace a country lifestyle, where peace, natural beauty and a strong sense of place are complemented by excellent road and rail links, allowing for seamless connection to both business, social and leisure pursuits.

This attractively converted barn offers an abundance of character and charm, with thoughtfully arranged accommodation set across three floors, perfectly blending rustic and period features with modern living.

Entry is via the middle floor, which forms the heart of the home. Here, a generous sitting room provides a welcoming space to relax, centered around a charming wood-burning stove, ideal for cosy evenings. The dining kitchen is traditionally styled and creates an excellent setting for everyday living and entertaining alike. This level is complemented by a traditionally styled bathroom, a practical laundry/boiler room and an entrance hall.

On the lower ground floor are the remaining bedrooms, including two well-proportioned double rooms and a third single bedroom. This flexible layout lends itself perfectly to family living, offering excellent separation for teenagers or comfortable accommodation for visiting guests.

The property enjoys attractive views to the west and north, overlooking the surrounding properties and the picturesque village beyond, further enhancing its appeal as a unique and inviting home.

We’ve enjoyed how warm and cosy the barn is and appreciated the flexibility of the layout which has seen us through having young children to young adults. It’s a great house for family life and also for entertaining.

The plans provided for a three-storey property with three bedrooms, a bathroom, ensuite, gym and sauna on the lower ground floor, an extensive split level living dining kitchen, separate snug, study, utility/boot room, laundry and cloakroom on the ground floor and on the first floor a principal bedroom with bathroom and dressing room.

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