5 bedroom house

Located within the beautiful village of Linton, this most individual period home extends to over 3600 sqft and offers private gated access from Stammergate Lane.

Granary Cottage offers a beautifully presented and most individual period home. This most charming property provides flexible and spacious accommodation, extends to over 3600 sqft and is surrounded by beautiful landscaped gardens within the centre of Linton village.

The property originally stems from the ‘Arts & Craft’ era and was the subject of a meticulous programme of improvements in 2008. Designed by the renowned architect Peter Dickson, this pretty cottage was transformed into a substantial and functional family home, meeting the requirements of modern day living, without compromising the character of the original building.

On approaching the property, the discerning purchaser is first drawn to a magnificent entrance which is set within dressed stone creating an outstanding first impression. A good-sized entrance hallway awaits through the main door which offers access to the principal accommodation and boasts exposed timber beams dating some 100 years.

The elegant handmade oak kitchen by Yorkshire cabinet makers, Henki Kitchens, features an array of quality fitted appliances, whilst meeting the requirements of modern-day open plan living. At the opposing end of this magnificent room resides the first of the four reception rooms. Currently dressed as a formal dining room, which features full height glazed walling and providing an open aspect across the extensive rear garden.

A similar sitting room adjoins the dining room and again offers full height glazed walling, allowing the seamless transition from traditional to modern architecture, whilst enjoying an abundance of natural light. This wonderful home offers an additional two reception rooms which formed part of the original fabric of the property and provide many original features including an open fireplace and are hard wired for a home cinema system, providing a delightful area to relax and unwind.

Further accommodation to the ground floor includes a separate study, bathroom and bedroom which were procured during the 2008 remodel and again provide full height glazed walls. In 2021, the property was further developed, creating a side entrance and boot room which offers built-in storage by Hurd & Kirk and leads to the adjoining utility room and additional ground floor bedroom which is serviced by a modern en-suite shower room and adjoins a discrete wine cellar.

From the entrance hallway, the original staircase leads to the first-floor landing which provides access to all the first-floor accommodation. The splendid master bedroom offers quality fitted furniture and is serviced by a modern appointed en-suite shower room and separate dressing room. Further first floor accommodation includes two further generously proportioned bedrooms – one of which offers an en-suite shower room, and a modern house bathroom.

The grounds of this wonderful home are well enclosed and lie to both the front and rear of the property. There is an extensive Yorkshire stone forecourt which provides parking for several vehicles and is enclosed by a variety of mature trees, ornamental shrubs and plants. The property can be further approached via Stammergate Lane and is accessed by electronically operated gates which lead to a detached double garage with electronically operated roller shutter.

The gardens to the rear of the property have been lovingly attended spanning some many years and now provide exceptional family gardens which are rivalled by few. A Yorkshire stone patio covers the width of the property and is accessed directly from the sitting and dining room. Offering a superb place for outdoor entertaining, whilst enjoying the beautiful and mature gardens beyond, this tranquil area allows this magnificent setting to be fully enjoyed.

Linton is one of the most sought-after villages in Yorkshire, conveniently located only 1½ miles from the market town of Wetherby, which offers an excellent range of everyday facilities. Wetherby Golf Club is under one mile away. The nearby spa town of Harrogate is also well known for its wide variety of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities.

There is a good selection of schools nearby including Leeds Grammar School in Alwoodley and Gateways School in Harewood. There are excellent transport links to the commercial centres of North and West Yorkshire and the A1(M) is 3 miles to the east, including the 98/99 bus service which runs regular routes between Wetherby and Leeds. Mainline railway stations are available in either Leeds or York and provide direct services to London’s Kings Cross. Leeds Bradford International Airport is within approximately 14 miles.