Cowling, Nr Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD22

A spacious period farmhouse considerably extended and sensitively modernised, including gardens and a paddock, enjoying enviable southerly aspect across the stunning scenic open countryside.

Haws Farm has its origins in earlier centuries and it has been considerably altered in more recent times to create very spacious family size accommodation with a degree of flexibility. It has a splendid rural setting amidst fields approximately midway between the villages of Lothersdale and Cowling along with views to Ickornshaw Moor, and also sat within the Craven District close to the border with Pendle.

The property successfully combines traditional character features including exposed beams with expected modern day amenities. There are three charming reception rooms of individual character, especially the snug which includes a feature arched Inglenook stone fireplace with raised stone flagged hearth along with fitted bookcases and exposed beams, and a fine farmhouse style breakfast kitchen supplemented by a large utility area. The spacious sun room takes full advantage of the Southerly aspect and breathtaking views. Two of the four principal bedrooms offer en-suite facilities, and in addition there is a four piece white suite house bathroom comprising of a corner spa bath, low flush w.c., hand wash basin and separate shower cubicle with electric shower installed. The integral garaging can accommodate up to three vehicles and there is extensive private parking to the front of the property. In addition to the gardens there is a paddock, which could be used to graze a pony or other livestock. There is sealed unit double glazing to the external windows of the main house with hardwood frames, the sun room features UPVC double glazing, and a burglar alarm system is installed. The property is attractively presented with tasteful decor and an internal inspection is highly recommended.

This is a freehold property.

AGENTS NOTES: Oil central heating, private soak-away for drainage, water supply through a shared borehole with two neighbours and mains electric supply. Mains gas is not available at the property. There is a right of access over the neighbours’ driveway.

The villages of Cross Hills and Glusburn are within approximately 3 miles and offer quite a wide range of amenities including shops catering for most everyday needs and South Craven Secondary School, with the local villages each having primary schools. Skipton is within about 8 miles and is renowned as the 'Gateway to the Dales'. Many West Yorkshire and East Lancashire business centres are within reasonable commuting distance, there are railway stations at Cononley and Steeton with services to Leeds and Bradford, Colne lies to the West of the property and provides access to the M65.

Approaching Cowling from the direction of Glusburn village, shortly after the Dog & Gun Inn turn right up Carr Head Lane and continue along this lane past Carr Head Hall and up to Cowling Hill. Once the road levels out the drive entrance to Haws is on the left hand side with a name plaque let in to the wall. Proceed down the drive and over the cattle grid keep sharp left behind the buildings and Haws Farm is at the far end. The property will be easily identified by our Dacre, Son and Hartley ‘For Sale’ board.