A development of custom-built homes in the Lake District has been shortlisted for a national award.

Wellbank, located in Bootle, Cumbria, is in the running for a Build It Award, which recognises innovation and excellence in the custom and self-build home sector.

Set in the Lake District National Park, Wellbank offers residents the opportunity to own their own plot and have a home designed specifically for their lifestyle.

Wellbank’s custom-build homes development offers homeowners of all ages an active and healthy lifestyle (Image: Supplied) The development is surrounded by beautiful beaches, a dramatic coastline and mountains.

It also offers an active lifestyle with an on-site swimming pool and walking, cycling and riding routes.

Residents can also enjoy watersports at nearby lakes and on the coast.

The development is set in the  Lake District National Park (Image: Supplied) The development is equipped with green technologies, including solar panels, battery storage and various types of heat pumps.

These are incorporated into the architect-designed, energy-efficient homes.

Janet Nuttall, of Wellbank, said: "All our expert team at Wellbank are delighted to have been shortlisted for this prestigious award.

"We make the custom-build process easy for those who buy a plot at Wellbank.

"Our experts help buyers choose their ideal fully-serviced plot with planning permission already in place, and support them every step of the way through designing and building their dream home.

"We are all hugely proud of the community we are building here in the Lake District National Park where homeowners can enjoy the best of both worlds – living in a stunning natural environment while at the same time being well-connected with fast fibre to property digital connectivity, and good transport links.

"We are also particularly excited about the addition of a leisure hub at the site which, with its swimming pool and cafe, will further enhance homeowners’ opportunities to live a healthy and active life."

The development offers an on-site swimming pool and walking, cycling and riding routes (Image: Supplied) Wellbank has been shortlisted in the Best Custom Build Project or Model category.

The winners of the Build It Awards will be announced at a gala dinner on November 8.

The event, hosted by comedian Emmanuel Sonubi, will take place at the Hilton Bankside in London.

For more information about Wellbank, or to make an enquiry, you can email enquiries@wellbankpark.co.uk or visit their website.