Old Gatehouse, 136 Welham Road, Norton, Malton, YO17

A former gatehouse beautifully remodelled into a stunning family home set in around just over 3 acres

Description

A substantial detached residence, thoughtfully remodelled and enhanced by the current owners to create an exceptional family home. Occupying a prominent position, the property is set within private, established gardens and is complemented by a grass paddock extending to approximately 2.4 acres.

A spacious entrance hall provides a welcoming introduction and leads through to the principal reception areas. The open-plan dining room connects seamlessly with the rest of the ground floor, while a well appointed shower room is discreetly positioned off the inner hall.

The kitchen/garden room forms the heart of the home, designed with modern living in mind. It is fitted with a comprehensive range of cabinetry, granite worktops, and integrated appliances. The adjoining garden room is particularly light filled, benefitting from extensive oak framed thermal glazing and two sets of double doors opening onto the garden, creating an ideal space for both everyday living and entertaining. A generous utility room and separate WC provide further practicality and storage. The sitting room offers a more intimate retreat, centred around a log-burning stove. Underfloor heating throughout the ground floor, including garage.

On the first floor, the principal bedroom suite features a dressing room and a superb balcony with thermal glazed windows overlooking the gardens an ideal setting for outdoor dining or relaxation. Two further double bedrooms are well proportioned, while a fourth bedroom offers flexibility as a nursery or home office. The family bathroom has been beautifully reimagined, incorporating an angled spa bath positioned to enjoy garden views through full-height glazing and a rooflight above, with a walk in shower, twin basins and underfloor heating.

A second floor loft room provides additional versatile space, suitable for a variety of uses, along with further storage. Automatic skylights with rain sensors can be found in the garden room, integral garage and main bathroom.

3.4kW Solar PV is installed on the house roof along with a 10kW stackable Fox Battery, allowing additional capacity to be added. Mitsubishi Aircon to the garden room, principal bedroom, attic. System is air-to-air, and can also provide heat. Full LED lighting runs throughout the property. CAT 6 Ethernet runs throughout the house along with cabling for connected sound system - house and rear garden.

Externally, the gardens are a particular feature of the property, offering a high degree of privacy and maturity, with established trees, well maintained lawns, two terrace areas and a Koi pond creating an attractive focal point. Beyond, a well-kept grass paddock extends to approximately 2.4 acres, ideal for equestrian or recreational use. Useful outdoor electric sockets are positioned at various points.

A timber clad industrial grade garage is discreetly positioned off the driveway, in addition to an integrated garage with adjoining boiler room. Both garages are fully insulated and have remote controlled doors There is ample parking for several vehicles. All set in around 3 acres.

Additionally the property benefits from a Heatmeiser Smart system, controlled from wall panels and mobile phone app and a Winhaager Biomass boiler with 3 tonne hopper.

Location

Norton-on-Derwent, commonly referred to simply as Norton, lies on the eastern bank of the River Derwent, adjoining the thriving market town of Malton in North Yorkshire. Together, the two form a well-regarded and increasingly popular residential area, often described as the gateway to the Howardian Hills and the North York Moors.

Norton offers a strong sense of community, combined with everyday convenience. A range of local amenities can be found within the town itself, including shops, cafés, and leisure facilities, while nearby Malton is renowned as Yorkshire’s “food capital”, hosting regular markets and a well-regarded monthly food festival

The area is particularly attractive to families, benefitting from well-regarded schooling. Norton Community Primary School is a large and popular primary school rated “Good” by Ofsted, offering education from ages 3 to 11. Secondary provision is available at Norton College, which serves pupils aged 11–18 and is also rated “Good”.

For leisure, Norton and Malton together provide a range of facilities including a golf course, swimming pool and sports amenities, as well as access to scenic walking and cycling routes through the surrounding countryside. The area also has strong links to the equestrian community, with Malton widely recognised as a centre for horse racing and training.

Despite its semi-rural setting, Norton is well connected. Malton railway station offers regular services to York and Scarborough, while the A64 provides road access to York, Leeds and the wider motorway network, making it an appealing choice for commuters seeking a balance between town and country living.

Overall, Norton combines the charm of a traditional Yorkshire setting with practical amenities and connectivity, making it a highly desirable location for a range of buyers.

Square Footage: 2,248 sq ft


Acreage: 3.17 Acres