North Farm Cottage, Over Silton, Thirsk, YO7

Permanent Grassland & Charming Stone Built Cottage, extending to 11.77 hectares (29.08 acres)

For sale as a whole or in two lots.

A rare opportunity to acquire a charming stone-built cottage with development potential, set within the picturesque village of Over Silton, nestled in the North York Moors National Park. Includes 29.08 acres of productive grassland with natural water supply.

Key Features

Full planning permission for conversion into a two-bedroom cottage
Elevated position with far-reaching countryside and woodland views
29.08 acres of productive permanent grassland included
Spring-fed natural water supply to land
Boundaries formed of stone walls, post-and-rail fencing, and mature hedgerows
Idyllic rural village location with strong sense of community
Conveniently located 9 miles from Thirsk, 11 miles from Northallerton
Easy access to A19, offering routes to York, Teesside, and Leeds
No buildings on land - ideal for grazing or mowing
Property Description

LOT 1: In addition, an impressive 29.08-acre block of permanent grassland, well-suited to grazing, mowing, or smallholding use. The land benefits from a spring-fed water supply and enjoys a mixture of traditional stone walling, post-and-rail fencing, and mature hedgerows along its boundaries.

LOT 2: North Farm Cottage occupies a peaceful, elevated plot on the edge of Over Silton, enjoying breathtaking views over rolling countryside. The property offers full planning permission to convert into a delightful two-bedroom cottage, providing the perfect opportunity to create a bespoke rural home in a sought-after village setting.

Despite its tranquil location, the property is well-connected, with the market towns of Thirsk (9 miles) and Northallerton (11 miles) nearby, and excellent road links via the A19 to York, Teesside, and Leeds.

This is a unique opportunity for buyers seeking a rural lifestyle, with scope for development, smallholding, or equestrian use within the heart of the North York Moors National Park.

Planning Permission & Plans

Full planning permission has been granted for conversion of the existing stone-built property into a two-bedroom residential dwelling. Plans available on request. Interested purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries and satisfy themselves regarding boundaries and planning conditions. North Farm cottage is a unique plot within a highly sought after village, with scope for development into a two bedroomed cottage with external space to compliment the property.
Along with an interesting block of grassland within the North Yorkshire Moors National Park which benefits from a spring fed water supply. The land has high environmental value and is suitable for grazing and mowing.

Services
Lot 1: The land benefits from a spring water supply, no mains electricity is connected.
Lot 2: A metered mains water supply will be provided for 12 months from the completion date and after this point a new connection will need to be established with Yorkshire Water, we believe this to be in the road nearby. Drainage is connected to the site. An electricity pole is located on the boundary of the site.