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St. Stephens Place, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23

PROPERTY TYPE

House

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

3

SIZE

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TENURE
Describes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.

Freehold

Key features

  • Stunning former school conversion dating from 1854.
  • Three double bedrooms.
  • Three bathrooms including two en-suites.
  • Spacious accommodation over four floors.
  • Superb open plan living & dining room.
  • High specification dining kitchen.
  • Separate snug, cinema room or home office.
  • Principal bedroom with vaulted ceiling & exposed beams.
  • Original fireplace to principal bedroom.
  • Character windows & original stonework.

Description

A truly unique three-bedroom, three-bathroom freehold home forming part of the exclusive St Stephen's Place development, a beautifully restored former school dating back to 1854. Expertly converted by Skipton Properties, this exceptional home seamlessly combines stunning period architecture with high-quality contemporary finishes, offering spacious accommodation arranged over four levels. Boasting three generous double bedrooms, each with its own bathroom or en-suite, two versatile reception rooms, a beautifully appointed dining kitchen and a private enclosed garden, the property also benefits from two allocated parking spaces, access to attractive communal gardens and EV charging facilities. Situated within easy walking distance of Skipton town centre, this is an outstanding opportunity to acquire a distinctive character home in a highly desirable location.

LOCATION
Located in the heart of North Yorkshire, Skipton is widely regarded as one of the most desirable market towns in the region, often celebrated for its charm, community feel, and quality of life. Known as the “Gateway to the Yorkshire Dales,” it offers immediate access to the stunning landscapes of the Yorkshire Dales, making it ideal for those who enjoy walking, cycling, and outdoor pursuits. The town itself boasts a vibrant high street with an excellent selection of independent shops, cafés, bars, and restaurants, alongside well-known supermarkets and amenities. Rich in history, Skipton is home to the impressive Skipton Castle and a picturesque canal basin, adding to its unique character. With strong transport links by road and rail to larger centres such as Leeds and Bradford, Skipton perfectly balances rural beauty with everyday convenience.

GROUND FLOOR
The impressive ground floor centres around a spacious open-plan living and dining room, creating an ideal space for both everyday living and entertaining. A substantial timber entrance door opens into this welcoming room, which enjoys sash-style double glazed windows, Karndean parquet flooring, zoned underfloor heating and direct access to the enclosed rear garden. The space flows effortlessly into the stylish dining kitchen, beautifully fitted with bespoke forest green cabinetry, granite work surfaces, a matching central island and a range of integrated appliances including a Rangemaster oven, gas hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. A contemporary cloakroom/WC completes the ground floor accommodation.

LOWER GROUND FLOOR
The lower ground floor provides an excellent secondary reception room, offering superb flexibility to suit a variety of lifestyles. Ideal as a snug, cinema room, home office or family room, this generous space benefits from dual-aspect windows, zoned underfloor heating, useful understairs storage and recessed lighting.

FIRST FLOOR
The first floor offers two generously proportioned double bedrooms, both enjoying the luxury of their own en-suite shower rooms. Bedroom Two benefits from dual-aspect sash-style windows, while Bedroom Three features an attractive original-style window, each complemented by stylish contemporary shower rooms fitted with walk-in showers, vanity wash basins, heated towel rails and quality fittings throughout. A useful built-in linen cupboard is located on the landing.

SECOND FLOOR
Occupying the entire top floor, the impressive principal bedroom creates a wonderful private retreat. Featuring vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, an original feature fireplace and far-reaching views across Skipton and the surrounding countryside, this elegant bedroom perfectly showcases the character of the original building. The luxurious en-suite bathroom is equally impressive, offering a freestanding bath, separate walk-in shower, vanity unit, built-in wardrobe and vaulted ceiling, creating a superb principal suite.

OUTSIDE
To the rear of the property is a private enclosed garden featuring a stone-flagged patio and attractive planted borders, providing an ideal space for outdoor dining and relaxation with direct access from the living room. The property also benefits from two allocated parking spaces, additional visitor parking and access to beautifully maintained communal gardens, which include a greenhouse, raised vegetable beds, communal EV charging point and bin store.

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.

COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: E
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Yes
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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St. Stephens Place, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23

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Monthly repayments£2,758
Property: £ 550,000
Deposit: £ 55,000
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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