Rowan Cottage, Hebden,

This beautifully presented and superbly appointed stone built detached family sized property is situated in a delightful position adjacent to the green within this idyllic Upper Wharfedale village and offers spacious accommodation including four double bedrooms, two bathrooms and a truly stunning open plan living space imaginatively planned on the upper ground floor, enjoying picturesque views of surrounding countryside.

Incorporating high quality fittings and fixtures throughout, this impressive home is presented in excellent condition and benefits from a variety of charming characterful features such as attractive large exposed beams and roof trusses, an AGA cast iron wood burning stove, solid oak floor boards, and individual hardwood double glazed windows.

With patio gardens and a small level lawn including colourful planted borders outside, that are planned for ease of maintenance, as well as benefitting from fine westerly aspects and a very useful detached garage. Street parking is available immediately outside the property. Subject to a Section 106 Local Occupancy Agreement - in accordance with the current Yorkshire Dales National Park Local Plan, internal inspection of this fantastic residence is highly recommended. Comprising briefly:

Impressive open plan living space of generous proportions with an Aga cast iron wood burning stove, feature vaulted ceiling and a bespoke hand crafted kitchen. Contemporary shower room. Office/Bedroom four. On the lower ground floor there are three well planned double bedrooms. The primary bedroom suite includes fitted wardrobes. Hallway with access to a utility room. Luxurious house bathroom with a three piece white suite and travertine style tile works. Outside provides stone flagged patio gardens to the front and rear. A small lawn and established colourful borders. Very pleasant sitting out space. A detached garage. The area immediately in front of the garage could potentially be landscaped to provide private off road car parking.

Rowan Cottage is positioned in a beautiful 'backwater' location, away from the main road and close to the village beck, with the local Clarendon Hotel only a few yards away providing an excellent venue to eat and drink.

Ideally situated in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, surrounded by beautiful open countryside, the picturesque village of Hebden stands only two miles east of the larger village of Grassington which offers a wide range of everyday shops and amenities including excellent primary and secondary schooling. The village is served by a bus service and the local area is renowned for its stunning scenery providing an excellent landscape for walking, cycling, fell running, horse riding and a range of other outdoor pursuits.

SECTION 106 LOCAL OCCUPANCY AGREEMENT - In accordance with the current Yorkshire Dales National Park Local Plan
We have been informed potential buyers are required to live, work or have children at school within the administrative area of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Cases where potential buyers previously lived within this area and have a proven need to return to the area may also be considered subject to conditions. Potential buyers are encouraged to discuss their individual circumstances with Harrison Boothman in the first instance for full clarification and reassurance. Detailed information relating to the occupancy criteria is provided in these particulars further below.

Representing a superb opportunity, the tastefully appointed accommodation comprises in further detail:

GROUND FLOOR

IMPRESSIVE OPEN PLAN LIVING/DINING/KITCHEN
25'5" x 16'5" With double glazed hardwood entrance door. Attractive vaulted ceiling including varnished exposed wooden beams and roof trusses. Skylight. Spotlights and wall lights. Aga cast iron wood burning stove together with a stone lintel and wooden mantelpiece above. Spindled balustrade. Inner hall/cloaks area. Range of hardwood double glazed windows on two sides. Bespoke kitchen planned with fitted base and wall cupboard units incorporating solid oak worktop surfaces. Ceramic sink with matching drainer. Built-in Hotpoint oven having four ring induction hob and stainless steel canopy style extractor fan above. Integrated dishwasher. Integrated fridge. Double glazed hardwood rear entrance door. Superb picturesque views towards surrounding countryside.

SHOWER ROOM
Providing a three piece suite comprising of a low suite WC, a pedestal hand wash basin, and a shower enclosure including chrome thermostatic showerhead. Travertine style wall and floor tiles. Extractor fan. Skylight.

OFFICE/BEDROOM FOUR
11'7" x 8'7" Exposed wooden beams. Spotlights. Central heating radiator. Oak flooring. This individual room could easily serve as a fourth double bedroom. Hardwood double glazed window. Wonderful picturesque views.

LOWER GROUND FLOOR

HALLWAY
Wall lights. Central heating radiator. Fitted carpets.

UTILITY ROOM
Plumbing and floorspace for an automatic washing machine. ACV 15kw electric boiler with hot water tank (installed in 2021). Hot water cylinder. Ceramic floor tiles.

BEDROOM ONE
14'3" x 10'9" Including built-in wardrobes having decorative sliding door fronts. Hardwood double glazed window. Picturesque views. Central heating radiator. Fitted carpets.

BEDROOM TWO
10'9" x 9'7" Hardwood double glazed window. Picturesque views. Central heating radiator. Fitted carpets.

BEDROOM THREE
13'3" x 8'6" Hardwood double glazed window. Picturesque views. Central heating radiator. Fitted carpets.

BATHROOM
Contemporary bathroom including a low suite WC, a pedestal hand wash basin, and a panelled bath having chrome thermostatic shower over. LED wall mounted vanity mirror. Chrome ladder radiator. Travertine style wall and floor tiles. Extractor fan.

OUTSIDE
At the front elevation there is a level stone flagged patio, and stone steps leading up to the main entrance. Including characterful drystone wall boundaries and an undulating lawn in front of the:

DETACHED GARAGE
15'5" x 9'4" With level concrete floor and corrugated roof.

There is an upper rear garden with mulched beds and established colourful borders. Stone flagged patio enjoying westerly aspects and elevated views. Small level enclosed lawn.

TENURE
The tenure for this property is Freehold.

COUNCIL TAX BAND
The council tax band quoted for this property on the Gov.UK website is Band: E

SERVICES Mains electricity and water are installed. The heating is fuelled by an ACV 15kw electric boiler with hot water tank (installed in 2021). There is no mains gas supply in Hebden.

*LOCAL OCCUPANCY RESTRICTION
The property is subject to a Section 106 Local Occupancy Restriction. The property must be used as the occupants principal or main residence and cannot be used as a holiday home, second home or short term let holiday accommodation. The dwelling shall not be occupied unless The Authority has given prior written approval that the proposed occupier is a QUALIFYING PERSON and satisfies the following requirements from the Section 106 Second Schedule:

1. The dwelling must be the main or principle residence of the proposed occupier; and

2. The proposed occupier has established a need to live in the dwelling by being either

2.1 Existing residents of the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK establishing a separate household, purchasing a property for the first time, downsizing to a more manageable home or requiring more space for a growing family; or

2.2 A head of household who is or who's partner is in or is taking up full time permanent employment or self employment within the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK OR THE ADMINISTRATIVE AREA or within a split parish. Where a person is employed in a business that operates in multiple locations, their employment activities take place predominantly inside the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL; or

2.3 A household that has a child at a school within the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK; or

2.4 Householders currently living permanently in a dwelling which is either shared but not self contained, overcrowded, or is otherwise unsatisfactory by Environmental Heath standards and which is within the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK OR THE ADMINISTRATIVE AREA OF CRAVEN or within a Split Parish; or

2.5 Elderly or disabled persons requiring sheltered or otherwise more suitable accommodation who already live permanently within the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK or within a Split Parish; or

2.6 Persons having to leave tied accommodation within the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK or within a Split Parish; or

2.7 Former residents of the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK or within a split parish whos case is accepted in writing by the Authority as having a need to return to the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK OR THE ADMINISTRATIVE AREA OF CRAVEN.

3. The categories of persons set out in paragraphs 2.1, 2.4, 2.5 and 2.6 above will apply only to persons who have resided permanently in the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK (or split parish) for the proceeding three years.

4. The categories of persons set out in paragraph 2.7 above will apply to residents who have resided in the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK (or split parish) for a minimum of ten years.

Potential buyers requiring mortgage finance are strongly advised to discuss the Local Occupancy Restriction with their chosen lender/broker prior to booking an accompanied tour of this property.

Please note we have not been able to test the equipment or installations in this property and recommend that prospective purchasers arrange for a qualified person to check any appliances before entering into any commitment.

VIEWING Strictly by arrangement with HARRISON BOOTHMAN. All potential viewers are advised to read a copy of our PRIVACY POLICY which can be found on our website. Alternatively a written copy is available on request.

Tel: Skipton 799993

Any floor plans are provided for informational and illustrative purposes only. Although we endeavour to provide truthful representation, we do not in any way warrant the accuracy of the floor plan information and the floor plan layout and measurements may contain errors and omissions. We are not liable for and do not accept any liability relating to any loss or damage suffered as a direct or indirect result of use of any information on the floor plan. The extent of the property and its boundaries are subject to verification by inspection of the title deeds.

These particulars were prepared from observation together with information supplied by the Vendor. We have not carried out a detailed professional survey.

Ref: MGLEDHILL20524

If you are thinking of selling your property HARRISON BOOTHMAN will be pleased to provide a FREE VALUATION for sale purposes.


These particulars do not constitute an offer or contract of sale.
Any prospective purchaser should satisfy themselves by inspection of the property.