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Pictured: The dining room

A stunning Arts & Crafts home in the Lake District built by Beatrix Potter's close friend is on the market for £4.95m.

Architect Francis Whitwell built Nanny Brow in 1903 based on a painting he had created of his 'perfect house'.

He and his family were good friends with the famous author of Peter Rabbit after she moved to the Lake District and regularly picnicked with her on nearby Loughrigg Fell.

The 14-bedroom property sits high above the Brathay Valley with beautiful countryside views down the valley.