Great Musgrave, Kirkby Stephen, CA17

Nestled towards the end of the charming village of Great Musgrave, Thistle Cottage is a beautiful semi detached, stone built home that has been thoughtfully extended. Offering open views towards the majestic Pennines, this delightful property combines traditional features with modern comforts.

The front entrance porch welcomes you into a spacious lounge, boasting characterful feature beams and a cosy log burning stove set within a stunning stone fireplace. At the rear of the property, a bright and airy kitchen/diner with windows overlooking the immaculate garden. A rear porch provides direct access out to the gardens, with a further external rear door leading into a practical boot room, cloakroom/WC and giving access to the stairs to the first floor. Adjoining the boot room is a dual aspect snug, with a further, inviting log burning stove, perfect for cosy evenings. A real highlight of the ground floor is the spacious double bedroom with an ensuite shower room, situated at the far end of the cottage. This room enjoys breathtaking views through a large window and French doors out to the garden, making it one of the most special spots in the home. To the first floor, there are two further double bedrooms, a stylish family shower room, and a principal bedroom with dual aspect windows and an ensuite shower room.

Externally, the property truly comes into its own. The rear garden has been beautifully landscaped, featuring a large patio seating area, a sweeping lawn, well stocked flower beds, mature shrubs and trees, raised vegetable beds, fruit cages, two sheds, and a charming summer house. There is also a substantial wooden garage and driveway parking for multiple vehicles.

Thistle Cottage also benefits from 10 solar panels with a battery storage system and a modern sewage treatment plant, offering efficient, eco-friendly living.

This idyllic countryside home perfectly balances rural tranquility with modern amenities, making it a rare and desirable find.