Ingleby Greenhow, Great Ayton, Middlesbrough, TS9 6LL

Signs showing the North York Moors National Park are signs of what’s to come in this very special location. Big skies, beautiful countryside, rolling hills and occasional cows greet you here. As does Sunnyside, a glorious country house - with a very welcoming feel - that’s waiting for the next chapter. Much loved for decades, this substantial and quintessential family home offers a rare opportunity to create a forever home in one of North Yorkshire’s most scenic villages, with its own primary school, cricket team, 12thcentury church, village hall, and highly regarded 17thcentury inn, with restaurant and lovely café.

With far reaching countryside views, Sunnyside sits on a generous plot, with a stunning rear garden. The interior has impressive proportions with versatile living spaces. This home has a warm feeling and is outstanding, offering an abundance of space for everyone to enjoy, along with character and potential. Sunnyside is just perfect for modern day family living.

With a growing reputation for fine homes, Kathryn Barr Estate Agents offers this one with the caveat to view early – this home arguably has everything; the level of interest is likely to be high.

Ground Floor

Impressive Porch – Leading to Entrance Vestibule - A welcoming introduction to the home and ideal for muddy boots. Double doors into:

Entrance Hall - Elegant and spacious with Amtico flooring & decorative coving. A staircase leads to the first floor, and doors lead to the main reception rooms and:

Cloakroom / WC - Spacious enough for coats and footwear. With a well-designed unit incorporating low-level wc, hand wash basin and useful storage. Window to the side aspect.

Principal Drawing Room - A magnificent dual-aspect reception room of impressive proportions, bathed in natural light from both a front window and an attractive bow window at the rear. Perfectly in keeping, is the grand stone fireplace with stone hearth and gas flame effect fire, creating a focal point in this sophisticated yet comfortable living space, which is enhanced by refined decorative coving and ceiling roses.

Family / Dining Room - This bright, light and very generous second reception room, features a window to the front, practical and attractive Amtico flooring, and decorative detailing. This versatile space leads into the kitchen / dining room. There is also a door into an inner lobby.

Inner Lobby - A useful space with window to the rear, shelving and door into the garage, which in turn leads to the office/studio.

Kitchen / Dining Room - Undoubtedly the heart of this home and an exceptional open-plan space designed for the cook, with both entertaining and everyday family living in mind. Comprehensively fitted with an extensive range of contemporary high-gloss units, including a fantastic selection of drawers, all complemented by granite work surfaces and a central island with inset sink and seating. A full suite of integrated appliances includes a gas fired Aga – a magical addition to country kitchens and described as creating ‘the world’s best cooking experience’ whether baking, roasting or just making toast. It will keep you warm in the winter but, if you turn it off for the summer, there are other integrated appliances here to keep you going, including: oven and ceramic hob with extractor, plus: a fridge, freezer and dishwasher. The dining area enjoys a dreamy spot with direct access via French doors to a charming courtyard, creating an effortless indoor-outdoor connection. Door to the family/dining room and:

Utility / Boot Room - A highly practical, light and well-appointed space, with direct access to the garden and adjoining garden room. Perfect for muddy boots, wet coats and dogs, it also has additional storage, worktop, fitted units, sink with drainer, additional oven, space for fridge and freezer, plumbing for laundry appliances, and houses the central heating boiler.

Garden Room - With French doors leading to the garden, making this a delightfully light room to enjoy the lovely outlook and changing seasons. This is a superbly spacious and versatile room, currently set up as a games room and home office.

First Floor Landing – Light filled with rear aspect window and decorative coving, providing access to all bedrooms and a well-equipped walk-in airing cupboard, housing the hot water cylinder.

Principal Bedroom Suite – Truly impressive, this is a suite most of us can only dream of. A special space to retreat to and featuring: French doors opening onto a roof terrace and enjoying far-reaching views across the village and surrounding countryside. The space is further enhanced by fitted units, wardrobes and doors to the: 

Dressing Room and the En-Suite Bathroom – Providing a real touch of luxury with its four-piece suite, comprising double shower, oval bath, low-level wc and pedestal wash basin. Finished with full tiling, heated towel rail, and useful storage cupboard. Access to a fully boarded loft.

Double Bedroom Two - A generous room, with fitted wardrobes, drawers and dressing table, complemented by decorative coving and window to the front aspect.

Double Bedroom Three - A further well-proportioned bedroom with refined decorative features and window to the front-facing aspect.

Double Bedroom Four – Enjoying open views to the rear, this is yet another delightful and spacious room, complete with fitted wardrobes and dressing area,

Family Bathroom – An inviting, stylish and contemporary bathroom, fitted with bath with handheld shower, attractive unit with top and incorporating cupboards, hand wash basin and wc, all complemented with elegant tiling and a heated ladder towel rail.

Externally

Front Garden - The property is set behind a hedged frontage with a mature tree, lawn, planted borders, central feature and sweeping driveway providing ample off-road parking. The driveway leads through a wide country gate to a carport, additional parking and access to the rear.

Integral Double Garage - A substantial garage with electric roller shutter door, internal access to the house, and window to side. Door to:

Office / Studio (Rear of Garage) - With rear facing window and Ideal for home working, as a gym, or studio.

Rear Garden - A particular highlight of the property - this extensive and beautifully established garden is predominantly laid to lawn, framed by mature planting, hedging, and secure boundaries. A pathway leads to the far end where a summer house and garden shed provide additional outdoor enjoyment and storage. This garden is ideal for a family and will provide endless spots for dining, relaxation and play. It will also delight a keen gardener with opportunities for keeping chickens, growing fruit, vegetables and flowers.

Gardener’s WC & Store - A practical addition, convenient for outdoor use, with a wc and separate storage room.

Location and Amenities

With Ingleby Beck meandering through, the picturesque village of Ingleby Greenhow has the feel of a beautiful, secluded and peaceful retreat and yet you won’t feel isolated. Nestling on the edge of the North Yorkshire Moors and within the National Park, there are stunning views across countryside to the Cleveland Hills and Roseberry Topping. This is the perfect location for buyers looking to live the country life, but with charming villages, market towns and good travel links close by. Here you can enjoy the countryside to the full, whether pottering in the garden, walking, cycling or horse riding. 

On your doorstep: McQueens Dairies advertise the delivery of milk, yoghurts, bread, juices & eggs. News Team state they may deliver newspapers (please check).

Locally: Community is very much at the heart of Ingleby Greenhow with warm welcomes for all at: The Dudley Arms, a coaching inn with restaurant - renowned for steaks and Sunday roasts; bars and Café 1756 - great for breakfast, lunch & tea/coffee with sweet treats. The Village Hall (available for hire), hosts coffee mornings; the W.I.; indoor bowls; dance; a children’s nursery and craft sessions, along with seasonal events, while The Cricket Club is described as family friendly, sociable & inclusive & welcomes new members. Please see village FB pages for more information & updates.

Nearby: Great Ayton: independent shops, eateries & supermarket. Stokesley: Georgian market town with: supermarkets, restaurants, cafés, chic shops & leisure facilities, plus a Friday market and a Farmers’ Market on the first Saturday of the month.

Schools: Ingleby Greenhow has a primary school & there is a well-regarded secondary school and sixth form in Stokesley, plus a co-educational private day school in Yarm. 

Travel Links: Good access to the A19 and A172 with links to the North, the South, Teesside and the coast. The Esk Valley Railway Line at Battersby Railway Station just 0.9 miles away, provides links to Newcastle, Middlesbrough & Whitby, and includes a stop at James Cook University Hospital. Northallerton & Darlington train stations offer superb main line services to Edinburgh, Newcastle, Leeds, Manchester, York & London Kings Cross. For air travellers, there’s Teesside International Airport. 

Approximate Distances: Great Ayton 3.7 miles; Stokesley 4.8 miles; Middlesbrough 11.6 miles (museums, theatre, train station); Saltburn-by-the-Sea 14.1 miles; Teesside International Airport 18.7 miles; Northallerton (Bettys, Barkers, train station) 20 miles; Darlington (theatre, train station) 25.8 miles; York 44.9 miles; Newcastle 52.4 miles.

For more information about surrounding villages and towns, please ask Kathryn Barr Estate Agents, or visit the Area Guides on our website.

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