Five-bed property of historical significance up for auction starting at almost £1m

A Lake District property, situated almost next door to where iconic author Beatrix Potter lived, is being offered for auction, with bids invited to start from £950,000.

H&H Land & Estates is selling Howe End, a country house in the heart of the Lake District National Park in the highly sought after village of Far Sawrey.

The five bedroomed house has great charm and character and retains many of its original features. Set in 1.6 acres of garden it also comes with a two-bedroom cottage.

In need of some renovation, it offers an opportunity for someone to make their mark and breathe new life into the house.

Being offered for sale through the Kendal office of H&H Land & Estates, Howe End is being sold by auction on Friday, May 6, at the Town Hall, Kendal.

The auctioneer says the property is ideally placed for anyone looking for a rural retreat.

It is surrounded by breathtaking scenery and is close to Esthwaite Water and the shores of Lake Windermere. There is a highly regarded pub just down the road and a church and a village hall, so is close to all essentials.

Helena White, Chartered Surveyor with H&H Land & Estates, said: “We are really excited about this beautiful property – untouched by intrusive modernisation it is a rare find in the current market.

“The current owner has lived at Howe End for over 30 years, taking great enjoyment both from the house and the superb, landscaped gardens. I urge all interested parties to view in person to truly appreciate this wonderful property.”

The main house was extended in the Georgian period, giving particularly well proportioned and elegant rooms to the north wing. With three reception rooms to choose from, a spacious kitchen and pantry with stone flagged floor and five bedrooms, there is plenty of space for a large family or for hosting visitors.

Howe End Cottage, adjoining Howe End, was added at a later date and has two bedrooms and has potential to either be incorporated into the main house, used as a holiday let or annexe.