Riverdale House, Leven Bank, Yarm

Welcome to Riverdale House, an exceptional home in an exceptional countryside setting, yet close to all that Yarm has to offer. Feeling very rural, this outstanding home is situated at the top of a private road, in a small, exclusive development. Here you can stroll through the charming, secluded and very large garden - that boasts a Tiki Hut for entertaining - and beyond the garden gate, you enter into your own private woodland. Rich in wildlife and a true haven for nature lovers seeking tranquillity and escape, this also offers direct access to the River Leven, allowing scenic river walks or canoeing. This is a setting most of us can only dream of.

Riverdale House is a rare find. It is a substantial, sophisticated and comfortable home in a private natural setting, with seemingly endless outdoor spaces, and yet just minutes from the vibrant centre of Yarm. With its versatile layout, dreamy self-contained, ground floor guest suite and picturesque woodland, this property is perfect for nature lovers and presents a wonderful opportunity for families and those seeking the ideal balance of peace and proximity.

Built in 2009, and set within a private estate, this expansive residence is the largest property on the development. Comprising approximately 4,392 sq. ft. and occupying a generous plot that extends to approximately 2.5 acres, including the private woodland and direct river access.

This is yet another fine property on the market with Kathryn Barr Estate Agents and likely to appeal to discerning buyers looking for something very special. 

Ground Floor Living – Underfloor Heating

Reception Hall - An entrance porch – leads to a welcoming reception hall with grand central staircase. Doors lead from here to all main rooms, including the cloakroom/wc. 

Living Room - This spacious reception room is a very inviting and comfortable space with a log burner, complete with log storage. Patio doors open onto a terrace, with a lovely outlook over the garden and providing a delightful area for evening drinks. 

Cinema / Games Room - This versatile second reception room overlooks the front garden and is currently used as an entertaining space - a Cinema/Games room, complete with pool table and feature media wall.  

Kitchen / Dining / Living Room – This recently upgraded, dual aspect room is the heart of the home and has been designed for everyday living, family gatherings and entertaining. Light and bright, full width bifold doors open onto a terrace and create a perfect indoor-outdoor room. A gorgeous window seat overlooks the front garden and then style meets practicality with sleek quartz worktops, a large central island and integrated appliances, comprising of a double oven/grill, induction hob, microwave and dishwasher.

Whether you’re cooking, hosting summer gatherings or enjoying a quiet morning coffee, the elevated setting offers beautiful views of the landscaped garden — a truly sociable and special space to enjoy the changing seasons. Door to:

Utility Room - Fitted with a sink and range of storage cupboards, quartz worktops and with space for laundry appliances. Door to:

Additional Cloakroom/wc 

First Floor - A spacious landing with a built in cupboard, doors leading to all rooms and staircase to the second floor. 

Principal Bedroom - Overlooking the rear garden and woodland beyond, this principal suite has a luxurious feel and is very spacious - allowing room for a super-king sized bed. There are fitted wardrobes and a door to:

En-Suite Bathroom - an indulgent room with both bath, separate shower, and window to the side. 

Bedroom 2 – A lovely double bedroom, also with views over the rear garden, and with a built-in wardrobe. Door to: 

En-suite Shower Room – with good sized shower cubicle, hand wash basin and low level wc.

Bedrooms 5 & 6 - Two further large double bedrooms on this floor, both with fitted wardrobes. One is currently used as a home office and has been fitted with desks and built in storage. 

Main Bathroom - Four-piece suite comprising: panelled bath, separate shower, low level w/c, wall hung hand wash basin, part tiled walls and window to the rear. 

Second Floor - This floor provides supreme flexibility for larger families or guests. There is a landing with built in storage and doors leading to:

Bedrooms 3 & 4 - Two bright and large double bedrooms, with Velux windows and fitted storage. 

Bathroom – 4-piece suite with bath, separate shower, hand wash basin, low level wc, part tiled walls and Velux window.  

Self-Contained Ground Floor Guest Suite  

This dreamy, light filled and versatile suite is perfect for teenagers, guests or older relatives. Offering superb flexibility, it is accessed from the front of the property, via its own entrance door, and features: a living room with fitted storage, double bedroom with mirrored wardrobes and smart shower room with shower, hand wash basin, wc, and window to rear. For convenience, there is also access to the main house.

Externally

Riverdale House is designed to make the most of its stunning surroundings and will win your heart as you approach. 

Front Garden - There is a generous, formal front garden with well-manicured lawn, clipped shrubs and extensive driveway plus multiple additional parking areas to the front and side.

Rear Garden - This very large and mature garden has been designed for privacy, relaxation, entertaining and play. With lawned areas, trees and shrubs and a patio area - complete with a Bluetooth-enabled luxury hot tub. An impressive and very pretty, covered Tiki Hut has a round seating area for 8, heating and an outdoor TV, allowing you to eat outside in all weathers. Bliss. There is also a good sized garden shed with double doors.

Scenic River Walk - Gates lead from the garden down to a river walk (belonging to Riverdale House) of approximately 300m, alongside the River Leven. A charming decked seating area overlooks the river, perfectly positioned for morning coffee or evening unwinding, while taking in the calming reflections and sounds of the wildlife and river water. Surrounded by mature trees and lush greenery, this setting feels secluded and immersive, offering a true escape from the pace of everyday life. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a beautiful riverside setting.

Location and Amenities

The beautiful market town of Yarm has a Georgian high street lined with independent shops, restaurants and cafés. There is also a garage, churches, health centre, businesses and supermarket. All set against the backdrop of the River Tees, which runs through the town, offering scenic riverside walks and a peaceful atmosphere. Yarm is ideal for families, professionals and retirees alike. 

Theatre: Yarm School has a theatre with some good productions. There are also theatres in Darlington and in Middlesbrough.

Schools: An excellent selection of well-regarded schools, including both state & private options. Yarm School is one of the top-performing independent schools in the North East. Conyers Secondary School has a strong reputation & a modern sixth-form centre. There are also a number of highly rated primary schools, including Levendale Primary, Layfield Primary and Egglescliffe School & Sixth Form College (in nearby Eaglescliffe).

Transport Links: Incredibly well-connected for commuters, Yarm Railway Station has direct trains to Middlesbrough, Darlington, York and Leeds. There is good access to the A19 and A66 — with links to the North, the South and the coast, also good commutes to Middlesbrough, Stockton and even Newcastle. For air travellers: Teesside International Airport plus Newcastle and Leeds Bradford airports. Direct train services from Darlington and Northallerton to Newcastle, Edinburgh, Manchester, Leeds, York and London Kings Cross.

Approximate Distances: Teesside Park (Shops, Eateries, Leisure) 6.5 miles; Teesside International Airport 7.2 miles; Middlesbrough 8.3 miles; Darlington 12.3 miles; Northallerton (Bettys & Barkers) 14.9 miles; Newcastle 43.1 miles; Harrogate 43.5 miles and York 43.8 miles.

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Disclaimer Note: 1. Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation of these particulars, and they are believed to be correct, intending purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the correctness of the information given. Kathryn Barr Estate Agents does not accept responsibility for any errors in the information provided. 2. Our particulars are for guidance only and do not form part of any offer or contract. They should not be relied upon as statements or representation of fact or warranty. 3. All dimensions and shapes are approximate. 4. We have not tested any services, appliances, equipment, facilities or fittings and cannot verify that they are in working order.