Church Farm, Scawton, Thirsk

Church Farm is a most attractive, detached character property which stands superbly opposite the Church of St. Mary in the village of Scawton. The property offers spacious and flexible accommodation which would suit a number of buyers and has been very well maintained during the vendors 23-year ownership.  Many character features have been retained including exposed timber beams, stone fireplaces and Yorkshire stone flooring. 

The property has underfloor heating throughout and is entered into via a welcoming reception hall with a galleried landing above, which leads through into the large kitchen and family room.  

The kitchen features a range of bespoke wooden wall and base units which are complemented by granite worktops and a twin Belfast style sink. There is a traditional oil-fired Aga with gas module, together with integral appliances and a useful larder cupboard. 

Adjoining the kitchen is a living area with an old cast iron range with working fire, and a dining area with bespoke shelving units. This make a great family room and usefully has a utility/boot room just off which provides access to the rear garden. 

Across the reception hall is the dual aspect sitting room which features an impressive stone fireplace and has a staircase leading up to the first floor. Leading through is the dining room with exposed beams and living room with stone fireplace and doors leading out to the gardens together with a second staircase providing access to the first floor. 

Completing the ground floor is the substantial 35ft drawing room with a vaulted ceiling with exposed timber beams and an impressive stone built open fireplace. An oak staircase leads up to a mezzanine level which is used as a library with ‘Beaver Man’ fitted shelving. Below is an office which is perfect for home working with other potential uses being a play room, hobby room or home gym. 

To the first floor there are four double bedrooms, which are accessed via two staircases. The principal bedroom has a dual aspect and benefits from fitted furniture together with an ensuite bathroom.  The second bedroom also has fitted furniture and an ensuite shower room. The two further bedrooms have use of a house bathroom with WC, basin and bath with shower over. 

Externally the property is complemented by generous gardens and grounds which wrap around the property. To the front is a pretty cottage style garden with established trees and flower borders together with paved areas and space for seating. 

To the rear is the main garden which features a large lawn and patio area with raised flower beds and flower borders. There is a timber framed summer house and BBQ area. 

To the side of the property is the driveway which provides ample off-road parking for a number of vehicles together with a double garage and an EV charging point. 

Beyond the gardens there is a grass field which is bordered by woodland and part is planted with a mix of fruit trees. This provides excellent amenity space and will appeal to those looking to keep a pony, sheep or bees. This is the location of a Scheduled Monument under which lay fortifications/monuments of the ancient castle. Further details can be provided upon request. 

Overall, Church Farm would make an excellent family home in a tranquil location which is also very accessible to a number of local towns and larger cities. Viewing is strongly advised.