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Holmere Bank, Dykes Lane, Yealand Conyers, LA5 9SN

7 BED 5 BATH £1,250,000

Holmere Bank, Dykes Lane, Yealand Conyers, LA5 9SN

£1,250,000
  • Ref: 1000_RS0971
  • Type: Detached House
  • Bedrooms: 7
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Reception Rooms: 2
  • Tenure: Freehold
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Property Summary

Holmere Bank is a house designed for comfort, privacy and gracious living, and it has carried that intention lightly for more than two centuries. Despite its peaceful setting, Holmere Bank is well placed for access to nearby towns and transport links.

Full Details

Home
* Beautiful Grade II listed detached house dating from circa 1815
* 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
* Thoughtfully renovated preserving the period character throughout
* Additional two bedroom annexe - Perfect for multigenerational living or holiday letting

Services
* Mains electricity, gas and water
* Drainage, Septic tank
* B4RN fibre broadband
* Most mobile phone providers reach this home

Grounds and Location
* Extensive south-facing gardens wrapping around three aspects of the house
* Orchard, raised vegetable beds and a paddock to the front
* Parking for 6+ cars
* Direct access to footpaths and bridleways from the house
* Close to Carnforth, Milnthorpe and Kirkby Lonsdale, with a well-regarded village pub nearby

Set quietly along Dykes Lane in the heart of Yealand Conyers, Holmere Bank is a distinguished early 19th-century country house, conceived not as a working farmhouse but as a refined private residence.
Its formal, symmetrical frontage and generous proportions immediately set the tone.

The approach is a pleasure in itself. A private drive draws gently towards the house, framed by mature planting and lawns that soften the architecture and create a sense of calm arrival. The brick façade is quietly confident, elegant rather than showy, and the original front door with its lion knocker offers a subtle hint of the character waiting inside.

Step through the entrance and the house opens with an immediate feeling of space and light. A generous porch leads into a wide central hallway, where the proportions feel reassuringly balanced. A large window above the staircase draws daylight deep into the house, creating a natural focal point and highlighting the original detailing that has been so carefully preserved.

Throughout the ground floor, original sash windows, cornicing and timber floors sit comfortably alongside thoughtful updates. The result is a home that feels rooted in its history but entirely suited to modern living. Rooms flow easily from one to the next, offering flexibility without losing a sense of structure.

To one side, a relaxed sitting room provides an inviting space to unwind. Wooden floors, elegant sash windows and a calm atmosphere make it ideal for quieter moments. Nearby, a second reception room opens into a generous dining space, once the original main lounge. Here, a beautiful bay window with seating creates a natural gathering point, looking out towards the drive and gardens beyond. The scale of this room lends itself equally well to intimate dinners or larger family occasions, with original ceiling details and a fireplace adding depth and warmth.

From the dining room, a fully glazed conservatory extends the living space into the garden. Surrounded by greenery, it offers a light-filled retreat that feels almost outdoors, perfect for morning coffee, tending plants or simply enjoying the changing seasons in comfort.

Across the hallway, the kitchen forms the practical heart of the house. It is a room that balances function with character, anchored by a traditional range and framed by extensive cabinetry that offers exceptional storage. A deep country sink sits beneath windows that overlook the gardens, while heritage-style finishes echo the age of the house without feeling contrived.

The space feels generous and purposeful, designed for those who enjoy cooking and gathering in equal measure. It works beautifully for everyday family life yet has the presence to host friends with ease. Stone flooring underfoot connects it visually back to the hallway, reinforcing the sense of cohesion throughout the ground floor.

The ground floor also offers an impressive degree of flexibility. A generous double bedroom sits quietly off the dining room, finished with rich colour and original detailing, ideal for guests or multi-generational living.

One of Holmere Bank's most unexpected and characterful features, including a secondary kitchen and utility space, lies a dramatic, high-ceilinged room, thought to have once served a different purpose in the life of the house. Flooded with light from extensive glazing and centred around a log-burning stove, it is currently used as an atmospheric cinema and entertaining space. The scale and texture of the room, with its stone surfaces and striking proportions, make it one of the most memorable spaces in the house. This could be closed off to create independent accommodation if desired, offering genuine potential for an annexe or guest suite with its two generously sized bedrooms, the ground floor bedroom comprised with en-suite.

Upstairs, the original staircase rises to a wide landing that again showcases the house's sense of scale. Each bedroom has its own personality, shaped by outlook, proportions and original features. Sash windows frame views across the gardens and surrounding countryside, reinforcing the peaceful village setting.

Several double bedrooms are arranged across this floor, some with built-in storage and others with en-suite facilities finished in a style that respects the age of the house. Heritage fittings, carefully chosen tiles and considered lighting ensure that these spaces feel cohesive rather than modern additions.

The principal bedroom is a particular highlight. Double aspect and beautifully proportioned, it feels both luxurious and serene. Original shutters frame the windows, while the room's scale allows for a separate dressing area reached via a striking spiral staircase. Above, a dedicated dressing room unfolds beneath exposed beams, offering a private retreat within the house. An elegant en-suite bathroom completes the suite, finished with characterful pieces that sit comfortably within the historic setting.

The uppermost floor offers further accommodation, currently arranged as a games room but easily adaptable to suit a range of needs. Set within the eaves, with original beams on display and windows looking out across rolling fields, it is a space filled with light and potential. Whether used as a studio, workspace or additional bedroom suite, it adds another layer of flexibility to an already versatile house.

The gardens at Holmere Bank are an integral part of the home, unfolding around three aspects of the house and creating a setting that feels both generous and private. They have been thoughtfully arranged to offer structure without formality, allowing the house to sit comfortably within its landscape while providing a variety of spaces to enjoy throughout the day.

To the south, the principal garden benefits from excellent sunlight, making it a natural extension of the living spaces inside. Lawns are bordered by mature planting, with established trees and shrubs offering colour, texture and a sense of enclosure. There is a gentle rhythm to the gardens, with open areas balanced by quieter corners, ideal for outdoor dining, entertaining or simply spending time at ease.

Beyond the lawns, an orchard and raised vegetable beds reflect a lifestyle rooted in both pleasure and practicality, while a paddock to the front adds to the sense of openness and rural calm. These areas sit comfortably within the wider grounds, reinforcing the feeling of space without overwhelming the house itself.

The gardens are currently maintained by a gardener, ensuring they remain well tended throughout the year and allowing future owners to enjoy them without the pressure of constant upkeep. Discreet yet practical, the driveway and parking areas provide space for approximately eight vehicles, accommodating everyday life and visiting guests with ease.

Together, the gardens and grounds offer a setting that feels established, balanced and quietly impressive, enhancing both the privacy of the house and the quality of life it affords.

Yealand Conyers is a village prized for its charm and sense of community, set between the Arnside and Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the wider countryside of north Lancashire. Coastal walks, woodland trails and open landscapes are all close at hand, offering a lifestyle that balances rural calm with everyday convenience.

Lancaster is within easy reach, as are the amenities of Kendal and the Lake District beyond. It is a location that suits those seeking space and privacy without feeling remote.

Holmere Bank is a house that does not need to shout. Its architectural integrity, layered history and thoughtful adaptation speak for themselves. Built for comfortable country living and still fulfilling that role today, it offers a rare combination of scale, flexibility and setting.

This is a home for those who value substance over show, character over fashion, and a sense of place that has been carefully maintained rather than recreated. Holmere Bank has stood quietly for over two hundred years, and it remains a house with much to offer the next chapter of its story.

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