Hi,
Husband and I have made up our mines to move from Asia and back to the UK (for him). We are a family of five, husband is British and is tired of corporate life here as an expatriate. Kids age 9, 6 and 4 (this year). We wish to live a simpler life, with beautiful countryside, slower pace of life, etc.
Always my dream to live in the Lake District, never been to this part of the UK, but been reading forum posts on this area -- Lancaster, Kirkby Lonsdale, Bolton le Sands, Carnforth, etc.
Our requirements: Good state primary schools for the children, just not too uncomfortably small. Prefer a detached house, budget about 200k-250k, but could be stretched a lot to up to 700k if pooled together with mother in law (bigger budget is great but would need e.g. an annex /separate living accommodation for her). Obviously we would prefer a small house of our own, but I am aware 250k can't get us any charming cottages.
Area has to be safe, also preferably welcoming! :)
No need to be near any cities for work/commute, will be mostly working from home.
I read that Kirky Lonsdale is fantastic -- I am looking into it. Any other recommendations?
Seems like there are many good schools too in Lancaster, but not sure if it's best location if we want some countryside.
Extremely apprehensive making this huge decision! So please help me make an informed one!
But also very excited at the prospect of living in this area - I love running, and fell running sounds about the best thing in the world but I will probably need introductory course on even basic things like what to wear we are now living in the humid tropics -- 27C all year round :|