Orton Hall, Orton, Penrith
£175,000

Being Sold via Secure Sale online bidding. Terms & Conditions apply. Starting Bid £175000
Positioned within the beautiful grounds of Orton Hall on the fringes of the picturesque village of Orton within the Yorkshire Dales, this unique 2 bedroom home forms part of a conversion of the historic Grade II Listed hall and offers spacious, tranquil living in a wonderful setting. This home is offered with no onward chain and is ready to move into.

Being Sold via Secure Sale online bidding. Terms & Conditions apply. Starting Bid £175000
This property will be legally prepared enabling any interested buyer to secure the property immediately once their bid/offer has been accepted. Ultimately a transparent process which provides speed, security and certainty for all parties.

Set within the historic Orton Hall and its exclusive grounds in the picturesque village of Orton, inside the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this potential-packed home offers a unique blend of heritage ambience and contemporary living.
Access is available via the Hall’s main entrance or through its own private door, providing flexibility for residents and guests alike.
The property’s communal heart is the magnificent main hall, which houses a range of comfortable suites and a snooker table, an inviting open fireplace, and stunning wooden panelling that reflects the building’s provenance.
The accommodation is spacious and thoughtfully laid out, with a living, dining and kitchen area on the ground floor designed for modern living and entertaining. On the first floor there are two double bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room, and a family bathroom serving the household.
Outside, extensive manicured gardens surround the home, featuring seating areas and sun terraces that are ideal for al fresco relaxation or entertaining family and friends.
Further benefits include private parking, cellar storage and secure access to the Hall’s grounds, ensuring privacy and convenience.
The location is highly sought after, with a vibrant village core that offers a superb pub, a shop, and a cafe, all within easy strolling distance. Local amenities include a school and a chocolate factory, adding a touch of whimsy to everyday life. Excellent transport links make it easy to reach Appleby, Shap, and the M6 motorway, ensuring seamless connectivity for work or leisure. This property delivers rare character, modern comfort, and an unrivalled sense of place within a celebrated rural setting.
The home welcomes families and guests with adaptable spaces, and the hall’s broader environment offers connections within the estate and vibrant community.

Location
The village has a great community feel with a cafe, chocolate shop, the George Hotel, village school, market hall, church, shop & Post Office, chapel and a popular monthly Farmers Market. There are great transport links, the M6 being only a few miles away and being equidistant to Penrith and Kendal. Appleby & Shap are also only a short drive away. Country walks including Orton Scar are on the doorstep making this ideal for those who love the open countryside.

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Services
Mains Electricity - The electricity mains feeds into Orton Hall. Each property has their own individual meter, so charges are subsequently apportioned accordingly.
Mains Water - Mains water feeds into Orton Hall each property has their own individual meter, so charges are subsequently apportioned accordingly
Mains Drainage
Electric night storage heating

Leasehold Information
The property is leasehold - The lease is for 999 years from 1st January 1999.

The property freehold is owned by Orton Hall Limited which oversees all the properties within Orton Hall. Each leaseholder owns a share in the company and property maintenance/repairs required and associated costs involved are discussed and agreed by all the shareholders. Owners of Cavalier Cottage pay 7% of overall costs.

The total amount is set collectively by all owners each year, based on the improvements and maintenance they agree are necessary for the hall. This includes routine safety checks—such as emergency lighting, fire systems and other compliance measures—but also reflects any enhancements the group wishes to undertake to preserve or improve the shared spaces.

Importantly, the final figure is not imposed externally but decided by the owners themselves. Cavalier Cottage's share of the overall cost is 7%, proportionate to its value within the building.

EPC & Council Tax
EPC - N/A Grade II Listed
Council Tax - C

Please be aware that due to a limited number of EPC providers in Cumbria, there may be delays in obtaining Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) for some properties. We anticipate receiving them within 7-14 days of the property's listing. If there are any further delays, we will update the property brochure with the expected availability of the EPC. Thank you for your understanding.

Disclaimer
These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general guideline 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. The services, systems, and appliances shown may not have been tested and has no guarantee as to their operability or efficiency can be given. All floor plans are created as a guide to the lay out of the property and should not be considered as a true depiction of any property and constitutes no part of a legal contract.

Auctioneers Comments
Auctioneers Additional Comments
Pattinson Auction are working in Partnership with the marketing agent on this online auction sale and are referred to below as 'The Auctioneer'.

This auction lot is being sold either under conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by the auctioneer in partnership with the marketing agent.

The property is available to be viewed strictly by appointment only via the Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Bids can be made via the Marketing Agents or via The Auctioneers website.

Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details being shared between both any marketing agent and The Auctioneer in order that all matters can be dealt with effectively.

The property is being sold via a transparent online auction.
In order to submit a bid upon any property being marketed by The Auctioneer, all bidders/buyers will be required to adhere to a verification of identity process in accordance with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere.
Our verification process is in place to ensure that AML procedure are carried out in accordance with the law.

The advertised price is commonly referred to as a ‘Starting Bid’ or ‘Guide Price’ and is accompanied by a ‘Reserve Price’. The ‘Reserve Price’ is confidential to the seller and the auctioneer and will typically be within a range above or below 10% of the ‘Guide Price’ / ‘Starting Bid’.
These prices are subject to change.



An auction can be closed at any time with the auctioneer permitting for the property (the lot) to be sold prior to the end of the auction.

A Legal Pack associated with this particular property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers’ obligations and sellers’ commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.

Auctioneers Additional Comments
In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price of the property. The deposit will be a contribution to the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee up to 6% inc VAT (subject to a minimum which could be up to £7,200 inc VAT) is also required to be paid upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price and consideration should be made by the purchaser in relation to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with overall purchase costs.

Both the Marketing Agent and The Auctioneer may believe necessary or beneficial to the customer to pass their details to third party service suppliers, from which a referral fee may be obtained. There is no requirement or indeed obligation to use these recommended suppliers or services.