3 bed cottage for sale

25 North Road, Kirkby Stephen CA17

Welcome to The Old Sweet Shop, where nostalgia dances with modern charm. This enchanting property which was renovated in 2017 by the current owners, was once a bustling sweet shop, and has been transformed into a unique living space that will awaken your inner child. From the moment you step through the front door and hear the bell chime, you’ll be transported to a world of elegant style and cosy nooks.

You enter The Old Sweet Shop through the beautiful Kitchen Diner which has been designed to a high standard, with a modern design and styling. With space for a large dining table, the family can eat and enjoy a get together. The current owners have considered every detail from clever storage solutions to beautifully designed cabinetry in Midnight Navy. A beautiful Cookmaster oven sits proudly and begs you to create sumptuous suppers.

Walk from here into the most stylish of lounges. Sash double glazed windows look out onto the bustling street but the silence they offer is incredible. The lounge offers space for the family to relax and spend time together, with timeless styling and design, the space has been created around a newly-fitted multifuel stove with shelving to the adjacent alcoves.

Walking into the inner hallway we stumble onto a delightful snug area which has multiple uses and into a useful utility space where washing and drying can be kept away from the Kitchen.

A downstairs shower room is located opposite the snug and is ideal for overnight guests who can camp out in the snug if space upstairs is tight.

The staircase leads to the upper landing where we can find three beautifully designed bedrooms and a bathroom of dreams!

The delightful outside garden patio has been created with style and flair to reflect the interior of this unique home. Beyond the garden gate is private parking and a useful outbuilding can be found where a home office or studio can be created.

The property would make a delightful home for any growing family or for a second home in one of the most beautiful market towns. A holiday let investment would yield an attractive income as there are no known covenants to prevent this.

Let us take a tour of this incredible property, starting with the entrance to the Kitchen Diner.

Welcome home to The Old Sweet Shop...
Kitchen diner


4.1m x 3.1m (13' 5" x 10' 2") Approx

The gleaming white exterior of The Old Sweet shop glistens in the sunshine and you know you're about to enter a very special property indeed.

The bell chimes merrily as you open the front door to your new home, but for a second, you are 5 years old again and about to be treated to a world of delights!

The grown up version of you is not disappointed as you walk into the most delightful Kitchen Dinner.

The bespoke cabinetry both eye level and base units in Midnight Navy has elegant cup handles and discreet lighting and gives a distinctive styling. The 'Corian' worksurface in white gives a fresh and clean line design.

The marble-effect metro tiling with dark grey grouting adds to the sleek appearance.

The contrasting Dove Grey cupboards on the left as you enter give a plethora of storage and surround a space where there is space for a large American-Style fridge freezer and a pull out larder cupboard.

On the opposi...
Lounge


4.4m x 4.1m (14' 5" x 13' 5") Approx

The Lounge of The Old Sweet Shop is just one of those spaces that welcomes you home and you immediately feel relaxed and rested upon entering.

The characterful features are abundant and are a delightful fusion of contemporary and traditional.

The stunning flagged floor leads us into the room from the step and we are instantly aware of how quiet this room is, thanks to the solidity of the sandstone walls and double glazed sash windows, which allow the room to be bathed in light.

Elegant cabinetry stand proudly in the adjoining alcoves to the chimney where a large multifuel stove glows and warms the room in an instant. A wall mounted radiator also provides heat.
Shower room


2.2m x 0.7m (7' 3" x 2' 4") Approx

Conveniently located in the inner hallway is the ground floor Shower Room.

This small space has been cleverly designed to fit a low flush WC, a sink with vanity unit and a mains fed shower with drench head. The taupe aqua panels ensure easy maintenance and is a lovely contrasting colour against the white washed walls.

The Shower Room has been used as a guest Shower Room by the current owners when the Snug has been an overflow bedroom.
The snug


4.4m x 2.8m (14' 5" x 9' 2") Approx

A room with many uses! The snug is currently a quiet space for the owners to enjoy music away from the rest of the house, but has been used as a Hobby Room, a Guest Bedroom and as a Dining Space.

The ceiling has painted beams and LED downlights with a window which faces the garden patio area.

From here the Utility Room can be accessed via a wooden door with black hardware.
The utility/store


This additional space has been plumbed with a washing machine, and a Belfast style sink, there is space for a tumble dryer and for plenty of overflow food storage.

This room is home to the property's gas combi boiler which keeps the room at a constant warm temperature, ideal for indoor drying days when the weather lets you down.
Upper floor


Walk up the upper level and we are greeted with a large landing where we have access to the glorious Bathroom Suite and an exterior door out to delightful Garden Patio area.

Another few steps up and we are treated to the landing where all three bedrooms can be found.

There is a loft hatch where occasional storage an be found.

But for now, let us explore the most elegant of Bathroom Suites...
Family bathroom


2.8m x 2.5m (9' 2" x 8' 2") Approx

This room is the most incredible space and a testimony to the design abilities of the current owners!

A large walk in shower with a glass screen and large drench head, jostles for attention from the free standing bath that sits majestically against the back wall. The copper exterior gleams and gives an air of sophistication to the room. The large central taps add an extra level of design and style.

A large vanity houses the sink and is ideal for hiding away the essential bathroom clutter and sits next to a stylish wall-mounted radiator with attached heated towel rail where those fluffy white towels can be warmed through for you.

A garden- facing window allows plenty of light into the room and gives the room a bright ambience.

With a sloped beamed ceiling and beautiful flooring the whole room feels sumptuous and the most perfect place to relax after a long day on the fells or exploring the area.
Bedroom one


3.5m x 3.4m (11' 6" x 11' 2") Approx

The most serene space, Bedroom one offers style comfort and a peaceful night's sleep is guaranteed thanks to the double glazed sash window that draws in the light and gives the room a bright feel.

The style of this room is most definitely French farmhouse and the mushroom painted panelling above the King sized bed is mirrored against one wall and gives a cohesive scheme.

The retro wall mounted lights adds charm and character to the overall scheme.

There is plenty room for large pieces of floor standing furniture so storage will not be an issue.
Bedroom two


3.4m x 1.9m (11' 2" x 6' 3") Approx

Bedroom Two is an ideal space for a growing Teen and offers the same attention to detail as the rest of the house.

The Laura Ashley muted tonal wallpaper sits companionably against the putty grey feature wall and gives an air of contemporary design.

The room is a large double and has room for free standing furniture if required.
Bedroom three


2.3m x 1.8m (7' 7" x 5' 11") Approx

In need of a home office space? A smaller room for a younger child or just a beautiful guest room?

Bedroom Three is currently used as all three!

The room has a delightful feel and is currently decorated in muted tones.
Garden patio


The space to the rear of the property has been turned into a haven of tranquillity thanks to the addition of potted plants and screens.

An ideal space to drink your morning coffee or to enjoy the last rays of summer sunshine with a glass of wine after dinner.

Kirkby Stephen is known for its Dark Skies and a night below the stars under a blanket with a dram of Damson Gin would make for the most perfect evening.

The garden has a stone built outbuilding which is currently an art studio but could be converted into a home office space or simply used for storage.

Location, location, location

Bustling Kirkby Stephen is renowned for its friendly community, scenic beauty, and access to outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and exploring the nearby Yorkshire Dales National Park, and The Lake District National Park. Local shops, schools, and healthcare facilities are within easy reach, ensuring a convenient lifestyle.

A plethora of micro pubs have sprung up in the area along with mouth-watering offerings from local delicatessens, artisan shops, cafes and bars. There is a driveway to the rear of the property which offers private parking for The Old Sweet Shop and on road parking for visitors to the front of the property.
All the extras


The old Sweet Shop is connected to mains drains, mains gas, water and electricity.
Disclaimer


These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property. It is not company policy to test any services or appliances in properties offered for sale and these should be verified on survey by prospective purchasers