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The Lane Head Farm Country Guest House, at Troutbeck near Keswick, has been sold on behalf of local business owners for £720,000.
Built in 1765 and used for agricultural purposes until 1968, the property comprises seven en-suite letting bedrooms and a two-bedroom owners’ flat. The guest house is situated between the “popular destinations” of Keswick and Penrith, an ideal position for visitors to the Lakes as well as the surrounding attractions such as The Theatre by the Lake.
The new owners, David and Suzette Clarke, will be moving back to England from Humble in Texas, USA, and funding was provided by Cumberland Business (the commercial lending arm of Cumberland Building Society).
Haydn Spedding, associate director at Colliers International, said: “After it had been on the market for some time, Colliers International was appointed to market the property. We instantly recognised the property’s huge potential and were able to quickly secure new owners.
“This sale further underlines the continued confidence in the hospitality industry in the Lake District and Cumbria area, following last years’ World Heritage Site inscription.”
