Smelthouses, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3

A delightful period house dating from the 1870's incorporating two self contained cottages, garaging and around 3.5 acres of beautiful grounds

Description

Dating back to circa 1870, East House is a particularly impressive country residence with a rich history. The house and buildings originally sat to the East of the old flax mill, built 100 years previously and employing around 70 people at its peak.

The property has been under the same ownership for almost 50 years, presenting a rare opportunity to acquire an impressive house set in mature grounds of around three and a half acres with the ancillary cottages.

The main house comprises an impressive double-fronted period property providing substantial and character filled accommodation, including five bedrooms, several well-proportioned living areas and a traditional family kitchen, all with contrasting glimpses of the gardens and surrounding countryside. To the rear of the main house there is Dipper Bank which is a self-contained three-bedroom detached barn conversion which extends to 1,800 square feet. The third residence forming part of this property is Old Smithy, a self-contained one-bedroom first-floor apartment with private entrance.

The three properties sit within attractive and substantial gardens, where there are various sitting areas and a stream running alongside the boundary. A meandering path rises above the front lawns, through mature rhododendrons and leads to a woodland area, paddock, and field, in all extending to approximately 3.39 acres. There are various storerooms, a garage and a substantial barn that has significant potential for further development, subject to obtaining the necessary consents.

The Old Smithy is a self-contained first-floor apartment with private entrance attached to the rear of the main house. The accommodation comprises an open-plan living area with a double bedroom, well-equipped kitchen and bathroom / utility room.

Dipper Bank is a self-contained three-bedroom detached barn conversion with attached barn. On the ground floor there are three good-sized reception rooms including the main sitting room with vaulted ceiling and glazed doors leading to the patio garden which overlooks the stream. There is a well-equipped kitchen and downstairs WC. Upstairs, an open balcony landing leads to three good-sized double bedrooms, including the main bedroom which has an en-suite shower room. There is also a bathroom and useful study area.

Location

East House is situated in the heart of Nidderdale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, close to the villages of Glasshouses (just under two and a half miles) and Summerbridge (just over two miles), with a range of local shops, pubs and a regular bus service.

The property is also well placed for access to the Spa town of Harrogate (about 11 miles) and the market towns of Pateley Bridge (about two and a half miles) and Skipton (about 21 miles), all with an excellent range of shops and services. The property is also within commuting distance to the business centres of Leeds (about 29 miles) and Bradford (about 27 miles) .

Harrogate benefits from rail links to York and Leeds which in turn have direct connections to London Kings Cross. Leeds Bradford International Airport is about several miles distant.

Please note all distances and travel times are approximate.

Square Footage: 3,971 sq ft


Acreage: 8 Acres