Four-bed cottage with separate tower rents for £90 a night and could be yours for £950,000
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Writers Retreat! Lancashire coastal cottage with separate tower – used by famous novelists and available to rent for £90 per night – can be yours for £950,000
- The four-bedroom property on the Lancashire coast is listed for sale for £950,000
- The property includes a main house and a separate tower built in 1842
- Tower can be rented out to generate additional income at £90 per night
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A tower once used as a writing retreat by Victorian writer Elizabeth Gaskell and now rented out for £90 a night is up for grabs.
The Lancashire coast estate is for sale for £950,000 and includes a separate three-bedroom cottage, which can be used as living accommodation, while the tower can be rented out to generate additional income.
The property is reportedly no longer taking bookings as it is up for sale, but the tower was successfully leased last year, according to the website.
The Lancashire coast estate includes this tower (pictured) and is on sale for £950,000 through Fine & Country estate agents
The interior of the tower has been renovated, but retains a nice exposed brickwork
The property is on the edge of the picturesque coastal village of Silverdale in Lancashire.
It is close to the Leighton Moss bird sanctuary and in the Arnside and Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making the tower attractive to walkers looking for a place to stay.
The tower was built in 1842 as a summer home by the wealthy Fleetwood family, who gave their name to Fleetwood harbor which is 20 miles to the south.
During the 1840s and 1850s, Victorian writer Elizabeth Gaskell used the tower as a frequent writing retreat as she worked on such literary classics as North and South, Cranford, Wives and Daughters, Ruth and The Life of Charlotte Bronte.
In the early 20th century, the tower fell into disrepair until it was restored in 1966 and designated a Grade I listed building in 1968.
In 1992, the current owner renovated the tower again to create the current layout and redesign the walled garden.
The large tower was built in 1842 as a summer home by the wealthy Fleetwood family
During the 1840s and 1850s Victorian writer Elizabeth Gaskell used the tower as a frequent writing retreat
The tower is called Lindeth Tower and stands next to the main building, which is called Tower House
In the early 20th century, the tower fell into disrepair until it was restored in 1966 and designated a Grade I listed building in 1968
Named Lindeth Tower, the tower is accessed through an impressive studded front door, leading to a well-equipped kitchen and bathroom on the ground floor.
As you climb the stairs to the first floor there is a bedroom with windows overlooking mature gardens surrounded by high battlement walls.
A second very steep flight of stairs leads up to a cozy sitting room which takes full advantage of the panoramic views over the sands of Morecambe Bay.
A third short flight of stairs leads through a hatch to the open roof terrace, perfect for looking out over the countryside.
The entire property – including both the three-room house and the tower – is being sold through Fine & Country estate agents
The interior of the main house includes a comfortable living room with a large fireplace
The kitchen has stone-colored wall and base cabinets and a rustic tiled floor
The detached house is called Torenwoning and has three bedrooms and a single detached garage.
The entire property – including both the three-room house and the tower – is being sold through Fine & Country estate agents.
Daniel Copley, of Zoopla, said: ‘This spectacular property is the perfect home for a nature lover looking for a home that is truly one of a kind.
‘Not only does the property encompass Grade II Lindeth Tower with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside, but it also offers easy access to local National Trust beauty spots and lovely walks along the Morecambe coastline.’
