Potter Hill, Pickering, North Yorkshire, YO18

Mount Farm offers the opportunity to acquire a property of stature and charm, perfectly suited for both full-time family occupation or as an outstanding country retreat.

Description

Occupying an elevated position with far-reaching views across the townscape, Mount Farm is an exceptional Grade II listed Georgian residence dating from the 1780s. Constructed in stone beneath a traditional pantile roof, this handsome period home has been sympathetically restored and thoughtfully extended to create versatile accommodation extending to nearly 3,400 square feet.

This distinguished property sits in the heart of the historic market town of Pickering, on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, within easy reach of both the coast and countryside, and with excellent connections to York and beyond.

The principal elevation presents a classic Georgian double-fronted façade, with a wealth of retained architectural detail throughout. Internally, the property combines period charm with practical family living, with generously proportioned rooms, excellent natural light, and contemporary enhancements that complement the historic fabric.

Of particular note is the integration of a substantial former stone barn, now forming an impressive 40 feet reception space with direct access to the west-facing walled garden. This magnificent space features exposed trusses, cast iron radiators, and a butler’s pantry, offering outstanding flexibility as a family room or entertaining space.

The main house offers beautifully appointed reception rooms including a dining hall with a superb inglenook fireplace and a sitting room featuring a Georgian grate, both enjoying elevated southerly views through original sash windows with window seats. A well-fitted study includes bespoke bookcases and a concealed door leading into the barn conversion.

The kitchen, installed in 2019, is a striking blend of heritage and function, with a Shaws butler sink, granite work surfaces, wide floorboards, and a gas-fired Aga. It opens into a walk-in pantry, with adjacent utility and boot room, and a separate ground floor shower room.

Arranged over the first and second floors are five comfortable bedrooms, the principal with an en suite and a further family bathroom. The top floor also houses an ideal home office/studio with fitted bookcases and excellent connectivity, supported by broadband boosters throughout the property.

The walled gardens are a particular feature, laid out across a series of York stone terraces and bordered by richly stocked perennial beds. A sheltered stone patio area enjoys a sunny westerly aspect, framed by espaliered apple trees and climbing roses. Below lies a generous stretch of lawn offering privacy and seclusion.

Vehicular access is via an arched entrance with wooden gates, opening onto a cobbled courtyard providing off-street parking. A set of stone steps leads to the original granary, now forming a charming open-fronted outdoor space with elevated views towards St James’ Church.

Location

The historic market town of Pickering is known as the gateway to the Moors and offers extensive amenities including shops and restaurants, and is home of the North York Moors Railway. The town boasts a number of public houses, supermarkets, leisure and sport facilities local, independent shops and cafes as well as a 13th century castle, petrol stations, a steam railway and museum. There are local primary and secondary schools within the vicinity.

The market town of Malton (about ten miles) is now the artisan food capital of North Yorkshire with its award-winning monthly food and farmers markets, as well as a weekly market, and annual Food Lovers’ Festival backed by excellent local shops.

There are supermarkets, two breweries, restaurants, the Talbot Hotel, cookery school, tearooms, a cinema, theatre and Castle Gardens five acres of park.

There is a station at Malton with quick and regular trains to York, with connections to London Kings Cross on the fast East Coast mainline. The Transpennine trains from Malton originate in Scarborough and, after York, go on to Leeds, Manchester and Liverpool. York is the nearest city, about 18 miles along the A64 which leads on to the A1(M).

Please note all distances and travel times are approximate.

Square Footage: 3,371 sq ft



Additional Info

There is a right of access to the neighbouring property via the archway.