Stirton Moor Barn, Stirton, BD23

A Quiet Sense Of Arrival

Set within the gentle folds of the Yorkshire countryside, Stirton Moor Barn reveals itself with quiet confidence. Approached across an expansive stone-cobbled driveway, the home carries the reassuring gravitas of its origins. Once an outbuilding of the historic Thorlby House, its 19th-century roots remain present, softened and refined through careful stewardship over the past seventeen years. The Yorkshire Dales stretch out beyond, while the vibrant market town of Skipton is just minutes away. There is a rare balance here. A place where mornings begin in stillness yet major cities including London remain within easy reach.

“We feel this space welcomes people properly. It’s full of light and feels calm, grounded and spacious enough to have hosted plenty of memorable get-togethers.” 
 

Light-Filled Spaces

The entrance hallway with mezzanine landing sets the tone with immediate impact. Double-height glazing draws in natural light, illuminating sand-toned Italian tiles and the texture of exposed stone. French doors open onto the garden beyond, creating a seamless connection between inside and out, while a log burner anchors the space with warmth.

“The kitchen is where cooking, conversation, planning the day and more happens. It’s always been the heart of the home.” 
 

The Heart Of The Home

The kitchen continues the sense of considered craftsmanship. A bespoke design installation from the Ideal Home Exhibition, it combines country sensibility with modern precision. Wooden beams run overhead, framing white cabinetry and granite worktops. An Aga, set against a striking black and white tiled splashback, becomes both focal point and gathering place, complemented by a Rangemaster with an induction hob. An integrated dishwasher sits neatly within the cabinetry, while there is dedicated space and plumbing for a freestanding American-style fridge freezer. The central island invites conversation, with views across the front garden.

Adjacent is a utility room offering practical storage, a sink and undercounter space for both a washing machine and dryer.

 
Spaces To Gather Or Retreat

The rhythm of the ground floor unfolds with ease.

The snug, set just off the kitchen, offers a more intimate retreat. A large window and French doors draw in natural light and open onto the sunlit patio, while underfloor heating beneath tiled floors brings warmth in the cooler months. It moves easily from quiet mornings to relaxed evenings.

The dining room, with views of the garden, strikes a more traditional note. Exposed beams and a working open feature fireplace create a timeless, inviting setting, ideal for long dinners that stretch into the night.

A study, complete with extensive shelving, provides a quiet and purposeful workspace. Ethernet cable ports are fitted throughout the home, ensuring a fast and stable internet connection for working or streaming with ease.

“Particularly in winter, this room feels really special. With the fire lit and doors closed, it becomes incredibly intimate and cosy”

 
A Special Space

The living room is perhaps the most atmospheric of the reception spaces. Locally crafted oak panelled doors open onto an oak floor and exposed beams preserve the full height of the original coach house entrance. Dramatic glazing draws in natural light opening onto Yorkshire stone steps leading to a further patio offsetting the original stonework. A striking natural stone fireplace, crafted by local stonemasons forms a strong focal point, bringing warmth and character to the room. Integrated speakers, part of a system throughout the principal rooms, allow music to flow effortlessly, enhancing the atmosphere with quiet ease.

Full Of Heritage And History

Outside the living room, a corridor marked by two original stone steps and carved stone windows etched with a small stone mouse, offers a subtle nod to the home’s heritage and leads to a spacious ground floor bedroom with exposed beams. An adjacent shower room, with underfloor heating beneath white tiled floors ensures comfort and flexibility for guests or multi-generational living.

A curved stone staircase rises to what was once the upper room of the adjoining crofter’s cottage where exposed stone and original openings reflect more of the home’s history. A distinctive large round window brings in natural light. This unique space offers a range of uses, also forming one of two access points to the principal suite via an en suite and dressing room.

“It’s a wonderful sanctuary, we love relaxing in this beautiful space.”

 
A Moment To Yourself

Upstairs from the main hallway, the mezzanine landing creates a moment of pause. Chalk white painted floorboards and open views over the hallway below give it a sense of lightness, a place to sit, read or simply take in the shifting light.

 
The Principal Suite

The principal suite is a retreat. Vaulted ceilings, exposed beams and an expansive leaded window bring character and volume, while the proportions remain soft and restful. A dressing area leads through to a beautifully finished en-suite, with travertine tiles and a walk-in shower, and provides access to the adjoining space currently set up as a gym.

 
Rooms For Family And Guests

Two king-sized bedrooms are accessed from the mezzanine landing, with a small private area between. One enjoys views across the front garden, while the other looks out over the rear and benefits from its own en-suite, fitted with a shower, wash basin and WC in a clean, contemporary style. From within its fitted wardrobes, a concealed door offers an unexpected connection through to an additional king-sized bedroom, creating a playful, almost storybook-like link between the spaces.

 
Rest & Refresh

Positioned above the snug, this fifth bedroom also has its own independent access via a separate staircase, the third within the home, giving it a distinct sense of privacy. With dual aspect windows and underfloor heating beneath a grey wooden floor, it lends itself beautifully to a range of uses, from a private suite for an older child to a studio, dressing room or connected guest accommodation. Serving these rooms, the house bathroom is both generous and refined, with large white tiles, soft grey walls and a statement freestanding bath alongside a separate shower, wash basin and WC, suited to both relaxation and practicality.

“There’s always somewhere peaceful and atmospheric to sit. Depending on the time of day, we love that we can always find a different view or spot to enjoy the sun or shade.”

 
Gardens That Unfold

The gardens extend to around an acre, unfolding in a series of distinct yet connected spaces. A south-east facing stone terrace captures the sun, with an oak-framed canopy providing shelter and the ideal setting for alfresco dining and relaxing. Beyond, lawns stretch between mature trees and established planting, creating a gently park-like feel with both openness and privacy. A quarter-acre field, acquired by the current owners and lined with native trees, extends the landscape, with grazing sheep and Stirton Moor forming a peaceful backdrop in the distance. A discreet side gate and stone steps lead to a courtyard of original stone setts and a further Yorkshire stone patio. Here, there is a gated entrance, once used for coach access offering a final reminder of the home’s heritage.

 
A Life Between Country And Town

Stirton Moor Barn offers a rare balance of rural calm and everyday convenience. Skipton, recently named the happiest place to live in the UK, is just minutes away, with independent shops, well-regarded schools and direct rail connections to London. For those seeking a permanent move or a refined countryside retreat, this is a home shaped by history and ready for its next chapter.

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