Holmere LodgeYealand Conyers

Surrounded by lush lawn, a sunny courtyard and hidden walled garden, Holmere Lodge embodies quintessential country cottage charm.Retaining its link with the past without being consumed by it, original style endures in this former coach house, serving as a celebration of its heritage rather than a reliquary for original features.

Take a drive through the Yealands, passing by convivial country tavern The New Inn on the left, before turning left down Dykes Lane, two-thirds of the way down the hill. Dropping down past Church Lane and past Dykes Farm a driveway peeps out opposite the village sign.Unseen from the road, tucked away and with lovely views to St John’s Church and the surrounding countryside, pull into the driveway and along to where there is ample parking for three or more cars.

“When I walked in, I saw the space and the gardens and

thought ‘this is my house; I’m home!”

Searching for country cottage charm with contemporary zest?

“It’s tucked away really, a little gem.”

Step down into the entrance hall onto a solid wood floor, where a convenient cloakroom with WC is situated on the right.To the left, discover the study, a peaceful place in which to work, read or rest, originally believed to be the groom’s room. Light streams in through two windows, creating an appealing working environment, with whimsical charm in the form of the ornamental fireplace.

Modern B4RN faster than ‘superfast’ internet is an alluring prospect for those wishing to work from home.Returning to the entrance hall, to the left a pitch pine staircase leads up to the first floor. For now, continue ahead downstairs, where the sitting room is discovered through a door on the right. Enter into a light and airy space, immediately spying the floral and fragrant delights of the courtyard through the bountiful coach house windows; another evocative nod to Holmere Lodge’s former incarnation.

Bathedin Light

The very room in which the coach would once have been housed, old support beams from the period are retained throughout the collection of beautifully balanced rooms here. Glance up at the high ceilings, which are surprisingly tall for a cottage of Holmere Lodge’s ancestry, making the space incredibly light.Gravitate in and out of the sitting room to the courtyard at leisure; a door leads out directly, ideal for drawn out summer lunches seated beneath the overhanging parasol amidst the colourful backdrop of aromatic lilac, lavender and climbing hydrangea. Retained doorways into the courtyard are mirrored in the preserved original window looking internally through to the garden room, ensuring light is delivered from all directions creating a bright and warm sitting room.

French doors frame another outlook to the garden, providing a serene space for a window seat, or the optimum spot for houseplants to drink up the summer sunshine. Spend winter nights by turn snuggled up in front of the wood burning stove for the cosiest evenings.Across from the sitting room, Holmere Lodge blossoms out, revealing yet more rooms as you progress through.

Lighter Brighter Lifestyle

Originally the stables, an atmospheric dining hall with double height ceiling is the central feasting spot at Holmere Lodge.A striking space, a sizable stone fireplace rises up impressively, housing a log-burner within. Opposite, look up to glimpse the gallery above, formerly the hayloft. Once more, an evocative nod to the past.Carpeted and cosy, sense the convivial feel to this room. With its low-slung candelabra-style lighting, the dining hall is ideal for formal gatherings, encompassing the perfect balance of charm and grandeur for both relaxing Sunday lunches and sumptuous festive feasts with the family.Beyond the chimney breast, the kitchen is found directly, allowing the potential for opening the space out into a more modern-style family kitchen-diner.

So Bespoke

The consummate working kitchen, its traditional, custom made units are purpose-built for the space, making it so easy to work with.A waist-height oven and an induction hob are convenient, safe, easy-to-clean appliances for cooks, with space available too for a dishwasher. Light work surfaces contrast elegantly with the rich pine tones in the cabinets, whilst the contemporary flooring underfoot is easy to clean.From the kitchen, slip through to the utility room, an essential space housing the boiler and washing machine in addition to a second fridge and sink, with overspill storage available in the fitted wall units. With direct access out to the courtyard, this utility room serves also as a boot room, handy for gardeners and dog owners alike!

Returning to the dining room, note the light drawn through an internal window which provides a peephole through to the garden room.Step into this sunny space, with its double doors leading out into the warmth of the courtyard. Stone built with a robust roof, this peaceful garden room is warmed by the morning sun, retaining its heat as the day progresses. A room for all seasons, enjoy the outdoors from here throughout the year.

Tranquility

Turn right, and through a door into the second bedroom. Located over the groom’s room, this large double bedroom gives a sense of space and comfort, courtesy of the pitched ceiling. Stash your clothes and possessions in both the fitted wardrobe and the eaves storage. Steal a glimpse of the front garden, ablaze with colour in the summertime, through the window.Refresh and rejuvenate in the family bathroom, found along the hallway on the right-hand side. Recently updated, this room is fitted with a bath, overhead shower, hand basin and WC. In a quiet spot, further along the hallway, an antique writing desk sits beneath the beams of the ceiling, illuminated by light from the Velux window above.

From the entrance hall, take the pitch pine,

spindled staircase up before emerging onto the long and

light-filled landing.

Step Upstairs

Close by, discover bedroom three, an ideal nursery or children’s bedroom. Currently serving as a versatile space, this third bedroom accommodates a sofa bed and table. Daylight permeates the room through a chocolate box window overlooking the greenery outside.Across from this bedroom, a set of double doors opens out onto the gallery, the former hayloft overlooking the dining room. A quirky addition to the layout of the home, currently used as a storage loft, this playful space makes the ultimate hide ‘n’ seek spot for youngsters – and the perfect stage upon which to deliver shows for the entertainment of the grown-ups seated below for dinner.

Rest and relaxation await in the master bedroom, located to the far end of the hallway.Fitted wardrobes provide ample space, serving storage needs well, with the high ceiling creating a roomy feel over the double bed. French windows open inward, to draw in the fresh air, sunshine and aromatic scents and idyllic scenes from the courtyard below.Look out to Farleton Knott and the swathes of fields surrounding Holmere Lodge. Such a comfortable bedroom, such impressive views.Sneak a peek at the contemporary en-suite, fully tiled and fitted with shower, wash basin and WC - a most convenient addition.

Sweet Dreams

The Perfect LocationOutside, Holmere Lodge contains three further living spaces, for the garden is such an inextricable part of this home.Planted to create sensory interest throughout the year, take a tour through the seasons here in the gardens of Holmere Lodge.In spring, the courtyard springs to life; brimming with tulips, brightly coloured berberis, fragrant lilac and climbing hydrangea. Spring also sees the cornus take centre stage in an explosion of leaves. Standing on the back doorstep in the courtyard, behold views of Ingleborough’s characteristic summit, a sight to behold when topped with snow in the winter. Impressive moonrises can also be seen from this direction.Listen for the deep-throated call of the frogs, as they return to the raised pond in springtime; a spectacle for children to enjoy as the frogspawn develops into tadpoles.

A true gardener’s garden, admire the blooms of the viburnum, the rambling roses, the waxy leaves of the laurel bushes and the dark pink blossoms of the cotoneaster. Slip beneath the rose and winter jasmine-lined archway into a walled garden, with its secret areas for den building.Awash in a sea of yellow daffodils in early spring, the walled garden then provides a display of lilac and mock orange. Roses, honeysuckle, hydrangeas, fuchsia and an aromatic herbaceous border complete this classic country garden. Stash your lawn mower, rake and gardening tools in the stone-built garden shed, there is also a base for a greenhouse for those wishing to try their hand at growing their own.

For summertime splendour, the south-west facing front garden truly comes into its own in the hottest months of the year. Its flower beds planted with the fiery sunshine colours of crocosmias and surrounded by a privacy shield of mature sycamore trees and evergreens too, these

gardens have been truly well tended and nurtured.

Exquisite Exteriors

Nestled on the border of North Lancashire and South Cumbria, Holmere Lodge is in premier position between the Lake District National Park and the Yorkshire Dales National Park.Saunter up Summerhouse Hill, a local beauty spot with panoramic views over the grounds of Leighton Hall, Morecambe Bay and the distant fells. Pass by the reputed stone circle, more likely erratic boulders from glacier movement, and discover the cairn upon which the eponymous Victorian summerhouse once stood.Drop down into Leighton Moss and admire the majestic starling murmurations at sunset, before warming up with coffee and cake in the café made famous by BBC’s AutumnWatch.Holmere Lodge’s central location cannot be overstated. So accessible, you are only three minutes from the M6. In under five minutes, all the supermarkets, chemists, shops, cafes and eateries of Carnforth are within reach.Kendal and Lancaster can also be reached in 20 minutes, whilst you can pack a picnic and enjoy it on the shores of Lake Windermere or at the foot of Ingleborough in about half an hour’s drive in either direction. Enjoy all that country living has to offer at Holmere Lodge, a cottage that becomes your home and so much more. Book a viewing today to experience its delights in full sensory technicolour.

Out & About

Grounds:• Courtyard – great for entertaining• Walled Garden• Shed• From the conservatory you can see Farleton Knott• Pond in the gardenLocation:• Recently refurbished Pub in the village • Kendal and Lancaster can be reached in 20 minutes• Catholic Church, Church of England, Quaker Meeting

House in the village• Ofsted rated ‘Good’ village school within walking

distance

• Built around the1850• 3 Bedrooms• The house is NOT Listed and has no other restrictions• Log burner was put in July 2016 – multi-fuel stove• Council Tax Band: F • Mains gas, water and electric• Gas boiler (full-service history)• Hot water tank• B4RN Super-Fast Internet• Septic tank (clargester) – Emptied Annually• There is a water pump which helps to improve water

flow throughout the house• All double glazing

Finer Details

To view Holmere Lodge | Email: team@ashdownjones.co.uk | Call: 015394 88811

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Take Junction 35 from M6 towards A6 Carnforth, then at the roundabout take the first exit onto A601 heading towards Morcambe/Carnforth. At the second roundabout take the second exit onto A6, after 0.8 miles you need to take the first exit to stay on the A6. Travel for 1.1 miles and take a left onto Dykes Lane,

here you will find Holmere Lodge to the right hand side.

holmere lodge, dykes lane, yealand conyers, Carnforth, la5 9sn

Holmere LodgeYealand Conyers