Ref: 2643 Moat Farmhouse

ALDINGHAM

Ulverston 5 miles.

On the coast looking across to Morecambe Bay is the small village of Aldingham, said to have once been a mile long but, as legend says, many of the early cottages were washed away by storms and tidal waves. Aldingham had the reputation of being a smugglers' village, with brandy from France and tobacco from America supposedly hidden in the church crypt. The village is close to the spectacular Furness Abbey, and the ancient market town of Ulverston is just 5 miles away, and still has an authentic feel and community spirit. The town boasts a street market every Thursday and Saturday and many festivals throughout the year, including an amazing lantern procession in November and a superb Dickensian weekend in early December. It is also the birthplace of Stan Laurel and home to the only Laurel and Hardy museum in the world! With all the attractions of the Lake District National Park and the sandy beaches and good bird watching of the Furness Coast close by, this quiet and peaceful area has plenty to offer!

The Property: Moat Farmhouse

Aldingham 1 mile. An outstanding, detached farmhouse with private access to a secluded sand and shingle beach, a mile from the village of Aldingham. Moat Farmhouse is steeped in history (including the remains of a 13th C Motte & Bailey castle in the grounds) and is sympathetically renovated with character and charm, providing spacious accommodation with six bedrooms, en-suite bathrooms, spacious sitting room with woodburner, two further reception rooms, a well-equipped kitchen, lovely mature gardens and an orchard. Just a hundred yards from the beach, the property has breathtaking views of the sea and the Furness peninsula from all aspects. There is an Equestrian Centre on the doorstep with riding lessons and hacks with a BHS instructor available. There is fabulous walking and horse riding from the door, while the amenities and market of Ulverston are just 5 miles away, and the fabulous Lake District National Park is less than 8 miles away; a superb base for family and friends.

Accommodation

Six bedrooms: 1 x kingsize double with en-suite (shower, basin, WC), 1 x double with en-suite (shower, basin, WC), 2 x single, 1 x double, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, WC. Ground floor basin, WC. Kitchen with dining area. Utility room. Lounge (seats 7) with woodburner. Reception room with sofa bed and open fire. 2nd reception room (seats 5).

Amenities

Oil central heating, woodburner & open fire in lounge/reception room. Electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, 2nd fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher, colour TV, DVD, CD/radio etc. First £20 of oil, all electricity, starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent. Additional fuel at £5 per bag. Bed linen & towels inc. in rent. Cot. Ample off road parking. Large garden with furniture. 2 well behaved pets welcome. Stabling by prior arrangement. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 2 miles. Pubs 1 mile. Note: Refundable good housekeeping bond of £150.