Higher Calebs Barn, Cawder Lane, Skipton, BD23 2TD

This magnificent extended five bedroom en-suite stone barn conversion stands in an exclusive rural location on the southern fringe of Skipton including adjoining land and gardens extending to almost two acres whilst benefitting from extensive private gated parking and a substantial detached two storey double garage/workshop with 'games room' over.

This unique home enjoys a truly remarkable position, commanding spectacular long distance south-westerly views over the surrounding fields and countryside yet being conveniently located only circa one mile from the centre of Skipton with its excellent range of shops and other amenities. Stone built character properties of this type with land are without doubt an extremely rare commodity in such close proximity to the town, therefore this beautifully appointed home certainly represents a very special opportunity indeed.

Both the house and gardens are presented in immaculate condition throughout, having been subject to considerable modernisation and expenditure in recent years whilst also having retained a wonderful degree of charm and character incorporating exposed beams, trusses and stonework together with inglenook fireplaces and high quality hardwood doors and windows.

The extensive grounds offer huge scope for further development if desired, with planning permission having been recently granted to extend and convert the current detached garage to create an exciting, self-contained two bedroom annexe to the main house. This would be ideal for those requiring additional, independent living accommodation for multi-generational living and/or with great potential for holiday letting purposes if desired. Further plans and information are available on request or via North Yorkshire Planning Application Ref ZA24/26443/FUL. Please note the plans also include permission to construct an additional garage to the side of the main house.

Although offering such exciting further potential, we must stress that this truly outstanding residence could easily be enjoyed immediately without any further alteration or investment whatsoever and the generously proportioned accommodation comprises very briefly: a large stone entrance porch leads to a magnificent reception hallway overlooked by an impressive galleried landing with full height vaulted ceiling above. The beautifully appointed kitchen has been comprehensively re-fitted with an excellent range of high quality contemporary gloss fitted units incorporating a large central island/breakfast bar together with premium branded integrated appliances and luxurious granite worktop surfaces. There are two spacious living rooms, both having solid fuel stoves whilst the ground floor also includes a separate dining room, a walk-in pantry, a modern cloakroom/WC, a spacious utility room and a good sized study also having an impressive feature fireplace.

The well designed first floor layout offers rooms of generous proportions throughout, the majority of which include vaulted ceilings with exposes beams and trusses whilst the particularly spacious master bedroom features an excellent range of bespoke fitted furniture together with a luxurious re-fitted en-suite shower room with contemporary suite.

Externally the property has been expertly extended utilising complementary natural stonework whilst the well kept gardens have been landscaped to a comparably high standard, incorporating an impressive display of dry-stone walling together with substantial York stone paving with colourful planted borders. The attractive lawned front garden enjoys remarkable long distance views in both a southerly and westerly direction whilst the property also benefits from a former vegetable garden and greenhouse to the side. The sweeping gated driveway offers extensive private parking and turning for numerous vehicles whilst also leading to the large detached double garage/workshop including power, plumbing and waste connections together with the great advantage of a large games room over, suitable for a variety of other uses including working from home.

Adjoining the top side of the driveway there is an impressive alpine style rockery style garden area incorporating large feature boulders which then lead up to a small former quarry with a beautiful raised section of natural moorland above. This top section of the site adjoins open fields and countryside and the long distance panoramic views become increasingly more spectacular as you approach the summit.

This peaceful section of Cawder Lane serves only a small handful of prestigious country homes, enjoying an enviable and secluded rural location in this idyllic southern backwater of the town. The increasingly popular market town of Skipton has won many accolades in recent years, being independently judged to be one of the best areas to live in the UK via multiple media sources. Catering to residents of all ages, the town offers the perfect combination of excellent schooling, easy access to countryside and an extensive choice of leisure, shopping and recreational facilities.

The town is intersected by the scenic Leeds/Liverpool canal and is well known for its medieval church and castle together with a bustling high street featuring an outdoor market on the cobbled 'setts' four days a week. The town offers an excellent mix of independent shops, pubs and cafes in addition to having well known branded stores and a choice of fashionable bars and restaurants. There are excellent public transport links, including a railway station providing regular daily services to Leeds and Bradford. The town enjoys an annual programme of community events and festivals attracting an ever increasing degree of tourism. In addition, the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park is only a short drive away to the north, offering some of the finest countryside and scenery in the UK.

Equipped with oil fired central heating, sealed unit double glazing and a security alarm system, this spacious and well appointed home comprises in further detail:


GROUND FLOOR

STONE BUILT FRONT ENTRANCE PORCH
6'6" x 6'3" with substantial mahogany front entrance door. Stone flagged flooring. Sealed unit double glazed sash style windows to both sides. Timer for driveway lighting. Vaulted ceiling. Multi-paned glazed door leading to:

SPACIOUS AND IMPRESSIVE RECEPTION HALLWAY
Overlooked by a galleried landing with full height vaulted ceiling above incorporating exposed beams, trusses and circular window set into an exposed stone feature wall. Spindled staircase leading off to the first floor with useful built in cupboard underneath. Central heating radiator. Two wall light points.

GROUND FLOOR STUDY
9'4" x 9'1" with attracted decorative cast iron fireplace incorporating stone surround and hearth. Central heating radiator. Sealed unit double glazed sash style window together with a larger feature window enjoying views from the front elevation. Exposed beams and timber lintel. Two wall light points.

GROUND FLOOR WC/CLOAKROOM
Superbly appointed with a modern white suite comprising low suite WC together with a floating hand wash basin. Extractor fan. Oak flooring.

SITTING ROOM
15'5" x 12'11" (both maximum) with cast iron multi-fuel stove set within a recessed stone surround and hearth. Exposed beams. Sealed unit double glazed timber sash style windows enjoying views at the front. Central heating radiator. Two wall light points. Exposed stone feature wall. TV point. Twin bevelled glazed doors leading through to the:

DINING ROOM
13' x 11'9" with exposed beams and timber lintels. Two sealed unit double glazed sash style windows to the rear. Central heating radiator. Exposed stone feature wall. Three wall light points. Point available for central ceiling pendant light fitting if required.

SPACIOUS RE-FITTED DINING KITCHEN
18'1" x 14'11" (both maximum) superbly appointed with an excellent range of high quality gloss fronted contemporary wall and base units incorporating contrasting solid granite worktop surfaces together with large matching island/breakfast bar area. Recessed one and a half bowl sink with drainer grooves into the worktop surface. Water filter system. Integrated fridge. Integrated freezer. Integrated dishwasher. Lemans style corner base cupboards. Twin AEG electric ovens together with an AEG four ring induction hob with contemporary extractor over. Deep pan drawers. Generous breakfast bar area incorporating four stools. Exposed beams and timber lintels. Oak flooring. Exposed stone feature wall. Two low level plinth electric heaters (one powered by the central heating). Recessed ceiling spotlights. Three sealed unit double glazed sash style windows to the rear. Opening with stairs leading down to the pantry area. Open archway (door available if required) leading through to the adjoining living room.

PANTRY
With fitted lighting and shelving.

SPACIOUS UTILITY ROOM
13'3" x 8'2" well appointed with a range of fitted base and wall units incorporating laminate worktop surfaces. Plumbing for an automatic washing machine. Ample space for other appliances. Floor mounted oil central heating boiler. Central heating radiator. Sealed unit double glazed sash style window. Timber rear entrance door. Tiled flooring. Cloaks rails.

LIVING ROOM
19'3" x 13'1" with cast iron solid fuel stove set within a recessed inglenook style fireplace incorporating stone surround, interior and hearth. Exposed beams and timber lintels. Two central heating radiators. Sealed unit double glazed sash style windows to the front and side with the front enjoying superb long distance views. Attractive panelling/window seating below the windows. Multi-paned sealed unit double glazed front entrance door. Point available for central ceiling pendant light fitting if required.

FIRST FLOOR

GALLERIED LANDING
19'1" x 8'11" (plus corridor) with superb vaulted ceiling incorporating exposed beams and trusses. Two wall light points. Central heating radiator. Loft access points.

SPACIOUS MASTER BEDROOM
20'5" x 14'2" with exposed beams. Excellent range of bespoke wardrobes and matching cupboards. Sealed unit double glazed sash style windows to the front and side both enjoying views. Two central heating radiators. Loft hatch. Part glazed door leading to:

LUXURIOUS RE-FITTED EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
Superbly appointed with a contemporary white suite comprising low suite WC with concealed cistern, hand wash basin set on a white vanity cupboard incorporating drawers and a shower enclosure housing a chrome mixer shower. Extractor fan. Mermaid style wall boarding. Sealed unit double glazed window incorporating a blind. Complementary wall and floor tiling. Sealed unit double glazed sash style window to the side. Contemporary column style central heating radiator. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Exposed beams.

BEDROOM TWO
15'3" x 12'11" with vaulted ceiling incorporating exposed beams and trusses together with concealed feature lighting. Sealed unit double glazed sash style window enjoying impressive long distance views at the front. Central heating radiator. Two further wall spotlights.

BEDROOM THREE
14'9" x 9'7" with vaulted ceiling incorporating exposed beams and trusses. Sealed unit double glazed sash style window enjoying superb views at the front. Central heating radiator. Spotlights.

BEDROOM FOUR
13'3" x 9'2" (both maximum) with vaulted ceiling incorporating exposed beams and trusses. Sealed unit double glazed sash style window. Central heating radiator. Built in double wardrobe and fitted desk. Matching cupboard.

BEDROOM FIVE
11'9" x 8'5" with vaulted ceiling incorporating exposed beams and trusses together with feature lighting. Sealed unit double glazed sash style window incorporating an exposed sill. Central heating radiator. Fitted double wardrobe.

SPACIOUS HOUSE BATHROOM
Well appointed with a four piece suite comprising low suite WC, hand wash basin set on a vanity cupboard, panelled bath and a separate shower enclosure housing a chrome mixer shower with Mermaid style wall boarding. Vaulted ceiling incorporating exposed beams with concealed lighting. Extractor fan. Tiled flooring. Sealed unit double glazed sash style window. Chrome towel radiator. Loft storage access point.

OUTSIDE
The property is approached via a private gated driveway which provides extensive parking for numerous vehicles whilst leading to a large turning area in front of a:

STONE FRONTED DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE/WORKSHOP WITH GAMES ROOM OVER
28'10" x 17'11" (both maximum) with two up and over doors (one electrically operated). Light, power and soil pipe drainage. Cold water tap. Fitted work bench. Single glazed window. Substantial timber front entrance door. Ride on lawn mower and trailer available by separate negotiation. Staircase leading to the FIRST FLOOR GAMES ROOM 28'9" X 17'11" (both maximum into eaves) Suitable for a variety of work and family uses. Sealed unit double glazed Velux window. Bullseye style sealed unit double glazed window to the gable end enjoying long distance views across the valley. Light and power. Diesel storage tank. The garage includes security lighting externally.

The property benefits from a generously proportioned lawned front garden enjoying spectacular long distance views over the surrounding fields and countryside whilst incorporating attractive planted borders, fruit trees, drystone walling and substantial York stone patio and pathways together with side access. To the side of the property there is a gate leading to a raised level lawned garden (former vegetable patch) together with a greenhouse situated at the rear of the garage. Directly alongside the property there is a coal bunker and the oil tank together with external lighting and cold water tap whilst to the rear there is a paved patio garden area.

Adjoining the upper side of the driveway there is an attractive planted rockery style garden incorporating large feature boulders which then lead up to a small former quarry area with attractive moorland area above commanding long distance panoramic views whilst adjoining open fields and countryside. The front boundary also extends to incorporate a lane over which there is a right of access with and without vehicles for a neighbouring land owner.


PLANNING PERMISSION
Permission has been recently granted to extend and convert the current detached garage to create an exciting, self-contained two bedroom annexe to the main house. This would be ideal for those requiring additional, independent living accommodation for multi-generational occupation and/or with great potential for holiday letting purposes if desired. Further plans and information are available on request or via North Yorkshire Planning Application Ref ZA24/26443/FUL. Please note the plans also include permission to construct an additional garage to the side of the main house.

SERVICES
Mains electricity and water are installed. Mains gas is not available. Drainage is to a modern septic tank (replaced in 2024) which is positioned in the field on the lower side of Cawder lane and is shared with two neighbouring properties. The maintenance costs are also shared.

COUNCIL TAX BAND
The council tax band quoted for this property on the Gov.UK website is Band: G

TENURE
The tenure for this property is Freehold.

Please note we have not been able to test the equipment or installations in this property and recommend that prospective purchasers arrange for a qualified person to check any appliances before entering into any commitment.

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Tel: Skipton 799993

Any floor plans are provided for informational and illustrative purposes only. Although we endeavour to provide truthful representation, we do not in any way warrant the accuracy of the floor plan information and the floor plan layout and measurements may contain errors and omissions. We are not liable for and do not accept any liability relating to any loss or damage suffered as a direct or indirect result of use of any information on the floor plan. The extent of the property and its boundaries are subject to verification by inspection of the title deeds.

These particulars were prepared from observation together with information supplied by the Vendor. We have not carried out a detailed professional survey.

Ref: SBS100426

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