The Old Vicarage, East Witton, Leyburn

The Old Vicarage comprises a substantial and attractive detached Grade II Listed period property which stands well within large gardens and grounds in the village of East Witton.  The property has been a much-loved family home for a number of years but does now require updating throughout.  It comprises a property of considerable character and has retained a wealth of traditional features throughout.

The property is entered into a welcoming reception hall which is panelled with a turned staircase leading up to the first floor.  The three reception rooms each have high ceilings with coving, windows with shutters and comprise of a study with open fire, a dining room with open fire and a sizeable, dual aspect drawing room with an open fire set within a brick surround.

The reception hall also leads to a traditional kitchen which is fitted with a good range of units with a central island and a non-functional but feature oil fired Redfyre range cooker.  There are integrated appliances and a picture window overlooking the rear gardens.  Leading through is a family room adjacent to a large conservatory.  This room has many possible uses and could be self-contained with a bedroom above if required for a dependent relative or older child.

Completing the ground floor is a large cloakroom, a utility room, and a rear porch with access to the garden.  Usefully there is also a large cellar with stone shelving, ideal for those with a wine collection.

To the first floor there are total of four/five large double bedrooms, each of which enjoys a pleasant outlook across the gardens to the front and rear.  The main bedroom has a good range of fitted wardrobes and a large ensuite bathroom with a corner bath.  The second bedroom also benefits from an ensuite with a bath and separate shower cubicle.  The house bathroom has a WC, hand basin set within a vanity unit, a bath, shower cubicle and a heated towel rail.

The property stands superbly within generous gardens and grounds which wrap around the property and are beautifully landscaped.  There are ample lawn areas, mixed flower beds, established shrubs and trees making it very private together with patio areas.  There is also an impressive Sycamore tree in the rear garden which is subject to a Tree Preservation Order.

The property is complemented further by a detached former stable block/coach house which is currently used for storage.  This comprises of four ground floor rooms with an open loft above which is accessed via external stone staircase.  

It has previously had the benefit of planning permission to convert the first floor into ancillary accommodation.  This was granted in 2018 and has since lapsed, further details and plans can be provided upon request.

There is also a useful workshop and tool shed, ample driveway parking and it has electric gates providing security and privacy from the road.  There is also a security deer fence to the front boundary of the property.

The property benefits from a grass paddock to the rear and side of the property which extends to 7.22 acres and is currently grazed by neighbouring farmers.  Although the land is subject to a protected agricultural tenancy under the Agricultural Holdings Act 1986, advantageously it will protect the land from any form of development for many years to come, ensuring the unspoilt views to the rear of the property.  The land has independent access from the main road.

Overall, The Old Vicarage would make an excellent family home in a sought-after prime village location, viewing is advised.