Inside five-bed Lake District country house Ben Y Craig

Ben Y Craig, built in 1931 by, and for, architect Percy Hope, is located on the "sought-after slopes" of Skiddaw and has views over Derwentwater and the surrounding fells.

Mr Hope is known for developing and donating the land that now makes up the Keswick landmark of 'Hope Park.'

The property, which was built in 1931 by and for Lake District architect Percy Hope, features a terrace providing impressive views over Derwentwater and surrounding fells (Image: Finest Properties)

The house, which "combines period character with contemporary luxury," features large sash windows throughout the home that "flood the rooms with natural light."

The property is accessed through a formal front door with wooden panels, leading into an entrance hall that includes a downstairs WC.

A "grand" staircase, and a second more modest staircase originally designed for staff, are present.

At the centre of Ben Y Craig is an open-plan kitchen and living area.

The kitchen is equipped with modern integrated appliances and includes an adjacent butler’s kitchen.

At the heart of the property is an open-plan kitchen and living area (Image: Finest Properties)

The open-plan living area extends into a glass-roofed space that opens onto the outdoor terrace.

The property also includes a drawing room and sitting room, along with a separate dining room.

Ben Y Craig features a modern indoor pool area which spans 100sqm, accompanied by two shower rooms and a hot tub.

The property is accessed via a formal front door (Image: Finest Properties)

The property includes five "well-proportioned" bedrooms - with the principal bedroom benefiting from an ensuite bathroom with a jacuzzi bath and walk-in dressing room.

The other bedrooms are served by three "modern" bathrooms.

At lower ground level, the property features a double garage with electronic roller doors with a "versatile potential annex" directly above, providing scope for guest accommodation, a home office, or studio space.

Ben Y Craig sits within approximately 1.74 acres of grounds, comprised mostly of woodland.

The expansive terrace is the "crowning gem" of the property, providing views of the surrounding fells and Derwentwater.

A private remote control electric gate leads to a "large, tarmacked driveway" outside the property, which continues upwards to the main entrance of the house and also provides access to the lower garage.

In addition to the double garage, which sits below the terrace, there are a further two detached garages within the grounds, as well as several smaller outbuildings.

Ben Y Craig is 2.1 miles from Nichol End (Derwentwater) Ferry Landing rail station.

It is close to Keswick School (1 mile) and to Braithwaite CofE Primary School (2 miles).