Directly ahead, tiled flooring continues in the open-plan living-dining area. Spacious zones provide plenty of space to gather with family or friends, as light streams in through a window and French doors opening out to the rear garden. Landscaped and featuring a pretty patio, unbounded countryside views extend. Steps lead up to an upper lawn where a path of blue slate chippings sectioned by sleepers leads to a top terrace with views over fields and to the countryside beyond. Watch from the patio, with a glass of wine in hand, as the birds settle down to roost over the field as the sun sets.

From the Market Town of Kendal, travel along Windermere Road until you pass the last house on the right; you will then see two gateways: take the second one on your right and continue down to Lane Foot. No.9 Todd Meadow will be found just beyond the far side of the garage block on your left.

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At Near Todd, the ultimate Lakes bolthole, country living is closer than you think …Easily accessible, tucked off the Windermere Road on the outskirts of Kendal, turn at the signpost for ‘Lane Foot Farm’ making your way to Near Todd, a comforting, welcoming home enveloped by views of the Howgills, Kentmere and Potter Fell.Near Todd sits between Far Todd and Todd Meadow, homes named for the undulating landscape of the Lake District region, the distant drumlin mounds visible from the homes being a relic of the Ice Age and quite unique to the area.Park up in the designated space, or in Near Todd’s

private garage, before making your way to the three-hundred-year-old barn conversion’s front door, where outdoor lighting guides you home from home on wintery weekend evenings.Returning from a muddy winter walk, step onto the hardy tiled floor, warmed by underfloor heating, and easy to clean down, ideal for hikers and dog owners.Turning left, a wealth of white cabinets provides plentiful storage in the kitchen, with oak worktops for slicing, dicing and prepping. Appliances include a fridge-freezer, induction hob and electric oven, with a modern sink and dishwasher set beneath a window framing a leafy outlook to the front.

Returning to the entrance hall, take the carpeted stairs up to the first level, where a bathroom is set directly ahead. Traditionally styled, the bath features showerhead attachment, with a separate wash basin and WC.Turning right, lift the farmhouse-feel latched door to bedroom two, decorated in muted tones with spotlighting above and wake up to bountiful views over the surrounding countryside. Oak flooring extends underfoot, evoking a cosy country cottage feel. This is a home lovingly in step with its period and geography, as evoked by the use of natural materials such as slate and hardwood throughout.Next door, the third bedroom, coated in oak flooring in the same manner as bedroom two, is spacious and looks out towards the distant fells.Ascending the solid oak staircase once more, arrive at the second floor, and the serenely secluded master suite. Privacy, peace and pleasing views await on the second floor, at the top of the oak staircase.Ancient beams sit within the A frame of the vaulted ceiling. Through the window, inimitable views present themselves, of Potter Fell, Burneside and the Howgills. Freshen up in the ensuite, fully tiled underfoot and furnished with Armitage Shanks ceramic wear including a WC, wash basin and electric shower.

“We fell in love with the views primarily. It’s cosy, welcoming and very comfortable.”

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Outside, to the front, a garage is electric-powered and well fitted out with shelving, a work bench, bicycle hooks and a storage area overhead.Serenity does not come at the sacrifice of convenience: the location of Near Todd is beyond compare.Stroll from home across the fields and drop into Burneside. Arriving at the station within ten minutes, train services are available to transport commuters to London, Manchester or Scotland via Oxenholme. Why not head out for the evening into Windermere, for dinner and drinks at one of the many restaurants and bars, before catching the last train home?Perfectly located for those seeking a second home or a holiday home, so many amenities are within easy reach. At Near Todd, you are only one mile from the centre of Kendal and all its supermarkets, bars, restaurants, theatres, shops and chemists.Walk through the fields and up Scout Scar, or down to Kendal Green for a walk along the river, or to Burneside Brewery or even into Staveley for a refreshing thirst quencher at the Eagle and Child.Indulge in brunch at Plumgarths, only a walk away. Or walk to the Gateway for a meal and a drink. Here, the walks come to you, there’s no need to take the car.Escape the pace, forget the rat race and relocate to the countryside at Near Todd, a peaceful, warm and safe home wrapped up in the countryside’s comforting embrace.

House features:• Robert Hughes built and converted the barn in

1995• No restrictions • Garage with electricity and separate utility space• One allocated parking space and visitor parking for

2 cars• South west facing garden• New windows, doors and underfloor heating added

downstairs (2020)Services:• Private treatment plant (drainage) shared between

the 13 properties of the development• Mains Gas, Water and Electricity • Fibre internet • FreeholdLane Foot Management: • Tenure Freehold – Lane Foot Management

Company Limited deals with the management and maintenance of communal facilities including the road and courtyard, septic tank, communal garden etc., for which an annual variable service charge is payable

• National trust colours – has to be painted in cream and green

• Company come and wash the gutters once a year (general maintenance) – comes out of the sinking fund.

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