But I don’t know Filey, or even Lancashire
Wash yer mouth out Hattie 
Lovely house OP. I'd say if it's close enough to beach/parks etc where kids can roam free that you could use the garden as more of an outdoor room. Comfy seating, sun shade, outdoor kitchen, children's play area etc. I think you could live in the house and improve over time if funds are tight in the beginning. Would you be happy on a busy road?