5 bed detached house for sale

Sandysike, Carlisle CA6

If You're A Horsey Family, You May Have Just Found Your Unicorn! This isn’t a tired old farmhouse - it’s a rare fusion of architect-led modern design and 7.6 acres of family-friendly equestrian space, with stables. And less than 30mins from Carlisle. Property ref: KD0516

Unicorns like this don’t show up very often. A home that gives you paddocks and stables and the kind of sleek, architect designed interiors most rural properties can only dream of. If you’re a modern family into equestrian life, Beech Tree Barn is a one-in-a-million find.

Designed by Ashwood Design Associates and finished with real care, this is a home that feels as good as it looks. From the warm oak touches and underfloor heating, to the open-plan family space that flows into a sleek kitchen and out across your own land - it’s a modern take on a welcoming country home.

At the heart of the home is a stunning open-plan living, dining and kitchen space - light-filled and designed to connect beautifully with the outdoors.

A bank of windows frames views across your own land and wildlife pond, while the high-end kitchen itself is fitted with modern cabinetry, quartz worktops and a mix of neff and Zanussi appliances that make everyday cooking feel a little bit indulgent.

With four (or perhaps five) bedrooms it’s flexible, versatile and made for busy family life.

Downstairs, there’s a spacious double bedroom, a family bathroom, utility and a second reception room that works equally well as a home office, playroom or 5th bedroom.

Upstairs are three further double bedrooms, including a standout master suite with a walk-in wardrobe and ensuite.

Outside, it’s all set up for fresh air and four-legged adventures. The land is flat, manageable and includes a paddock with an open-sided stable and tack room. There’s also a triple garage, offering masses of storage or future potential (subject to planning) for conversion or business use.

The setting gives you breathing space without cutting you off. It’s just a short drive from Longtown with excellent links to the M6 and Carlisle.

If you have young children, Blackford CofE Primary School is rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted and is only 3 minutes drive away. For older kids, James Rennie School is less than 10 minutes drive away in the outskirts of Carlisle.

It’s rural, but not remote. Ready, but not rigid. A modern country home with an unusual equestrian setup that really does make it a unicorn property.

There’s going to be plenty of horse loving families who’ll gallop quickly to view this one - so don’t miss out - call me to arrange a viewing.