Halton Gill, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23

Halton Hall is a traditional Victorian Farm House situated in Littondale, Upper Wharfdale, in The Yorkshire Dales National Park. This Victorian detached house built in 1877 sits high in the valley wall in the hamlet of Halton Gill. It is surrounded by breathtaking views, nature abounds. The house is atmospheric, with original features and facets that make it a joy to be in. It offers a wealth of versatile accommodation combined with modern amenities.
Halton Hall is set within over half an acre of beautiful gardens complimenting the natural setting. Additionally, there is a private bore hole for water supply, a detached double garage with studio/office space, several cobbled parking areas, a large patio area, log stores and a large storage shed.


LOCATION
Halton Gill is a truly idyllic Yorkshire Dales hamlet, one of the most unspoilt and picturesque in the whole of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. It is surrounded by dramatic rolling countryside, traditional Dales farming communities, limestone scenery, waterfalls, a river winding down the Littondale valley and traditional dry stone walls. The area offers an exceptional sense of peace, privacy and natural beauty. Renowned for its tranquillity, dedicated dark skies and stunning landscapes, Littondale is highly regarded by walkers, cyclists and nature lovers, with a wealth of scenic footpaths, riverside walks and bridleways accessible from your doorstep. Despite its secluded feel, Halton Gill remains conveniently placed for access to nearby Dales villages and market towns. It has access to high speed broadband, full mobile signals, supermarket and next day deliveries, a daily Royal Mail service, its own village hall and local public houses. The market town of Settle is just 20 minutes away, offering a varied range of amenities including a Market Place with a Tuesday market. Settle railway station, on the famous Settle to Carlisle line offering commuter links to various destinations including Skipton, Leeds, Harrogate and Bradford. Settle is well located for commuting to the North and West Yorkshire, East Lancashire, The Lake District, South Cumbria and is within easy reach of the northern motorway network. There is a Primary School and College in Settle as well as a highly regarded public school in the neighbouring village of Giggleswick. Settle has a full range of shops, medical centre, dental surgery, swimming pool, library, golf club, Theatre, Garages, Supermarket and a very wide range of sporting and recreational facilities. The vibrant communities of Grassington and Threshfield are approximately 25 minutes away and provide an excellent range of everyday amenities including schools, shops, cafés, pubs, restaurants, dental and medical facilities. Despite its wonderfully secluded feel, Halton Gill remains conveniently placed for access to nearby Dales villages and market towns. The vibrant communities of Grassington and Threshfield are approximately 25 minutes away and provide an excellent range of everyday amenities including shops, cafés, pubs, restaurants and medical facilities. The historic market town of Settle is also within easy reach and offers rail connections via the renowned Settle-Carlisle line.

GROUND FLOOR
The ground floor is accessed from the front steps leading to the main entrance hall. It is also accessed from a side entrance. This floor hosts three elegant reception rooms full of period character. The triple aspect living room enjoys stunning natural light, a wood burning stove set within a stone surround with a carved wooden mantel, while the sitting room features a Victorian cast iron fireplace with mirrored over mantel and bespoke built-in cabinetry. A further snug/office is perfectly suited for watching nature at play or a quiet reading room.

LOWER GROUND FLOOR
The lower ground floor is the services area of the house. It has slate flagged flooring throughout. Accessed at the driveway side of the house via a stable door entrance. It offers exceptional practicality and a warm welcoming entertaining space. The dining kitchen is fitted with quartz worktops, a ceramic sink, Aga oil-fired oven, Bosch oven, four-ring induction hob, integrated Bosch appliances and a traditional dresser. From the kitchen we continue through to the traditional dining room, a warm and sociable environment ideal for family gatherings. This level also benefits from a welcoming reception/boot room, a wine cellar, WC and an incredible pantry/utility room.

FIRST FLOOR
To the first floor are four generously proportioned double bedrooms together with a beautifully appointed house bathroom featuring a cast iron roll top bath, walk-in shower, pedestal basin and heated towel rail. Hardwood sash windows frame delightful countryside in every room.

SECOND FLOOR
Occupying the second floor is a superb principal suite offering privacy and charm beneath exposed beams. The primary bedroom enjoys both Velux and sash windows, while the en-suite bathroom is fitted with twin pedestal basins, bidet and panelled bath. An adjoining office/crafts room with three Velux windows and built-in cupboards provides an ideal work-from-home or creative studio space, complemented by additional landing storage rooms and cupboards.

OUTSIDE
Externally, the property sits within beautifully maintained grounds extending to over half an acre. The gardens feature stone pathways, stone steps, formal lawned gardens, topiary planting, wildlife areas and natural rockery, all enclosed by traditional dry stone walls. Mature trees, evergreens and a protected oak tree create a wonderful sense of privacy and tranquillity, while stone flagged patios provide excellent spaces for outdoor dining and entertaining. A detached double garage with boarded loft, WC and studio/office/workshop with broadband, light and power, making it ideal for home working or hobbies. Ample stone set parking is available for multiple vehicles.

OWNERS INSIGHT
"To live in Halton Gill is to truly know peace. It is a safe haven in a troubled world, a gentle place where you enjoy living amidst and close up with nature as the seasons pass. Children play outside here and know everyone. The traditional sheep farmers keep all around conserved. We are privileged to delight in watching the lives of birds and animals bringing their little families across the garden and around the village, all have their daily routines. At night the moon shines brightly, the owls hoot and the dark sky is full of stars. Our house is a solid beacon rising high at the back of the hamlet, it has been our warm, traditional and welcoming home this past fourteen years. It has been our life's joy to live here in “The House of Views”. It will be such a wrench to leave, an ‘elderly’ chapter, hopefully close by, has to be bravely faced."

BROCHURE DETAILS
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PLEASE NOTE
The extent of the property and its boundaries are subject to verification by inspection of the title deeds. The measurements in these particulars are approximate and have been provided for guidance purposes only. The fixtures, fittings and appliances have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. The internal photographs used in these particulars are reproduced for general information and it cannot be inferred that any item is included in the sale.