5 bedroom character property for sale

Offered with no onward chain, exceptionally unique character property which has been greatly improved by the current owners and presenting over 4,000 sq.ft. of total accommodation, has been successfully run as one of the areas leading guest house and holiday letting businesses in recent years. The flexibility that this property has to offer could alternatively suit a large family or those with dependent relatives, young or old.

Located within the heart of the historic market town of Skipton and only a stones throw from the fabulous medieval castle, the convenience of this property being within a short walk of every amenity you could need is only further enhanced by the magnificent countryside surroundings.

Leading round to the rear of the property there is driveway parking for multiple vehicles with EV charger, along with two integral garages. The highly private south facing gardens are idyllic with extensive lawns flanked by mature trees and established shrubs, a sanctuary for those with children or pets. At the bottom of the garden the individually designed shepherds hut makes for a valuable addition to the overall property, ideal for use as guest accommodation being self contained and providing all the comfort anyone could wish for during their over night stay.

The main house has been reconfigured and restyled in recent years by the current owners in order for them to run a hugely successful holiday guest house. This is further enhanced by the separate self contained one bedroom annexe with its own private entrance, which could alternatively be used as ancillary accommodation for a dependent relative. Within the main house all the main living rooms including the kitchen, dining room and lounge open out to the gardens, and all benefit from being arranged around feature fireplaces that house log burning stoves. The lower ground floor present useful additional space which be used as a games room, children’s playroom, home cinema or home office if required.

Leading up the impressive staircase which is flooded with natural light through the feature arched window, the first floor reveals three well-proportioned double bedrooms, with one having a stylish en-suite bathroom, and a house bathroom. The fourth bedroom can be accessed through one of the bedrooms or alternatively via a separate staircase, and is served by by a ground floor shower room which is adjacent to the practical laundry room.

There are two single garages which can both be accessed internally from the house via the work shop and cellar, and adjoining the garage there is a separately accessed studio with w/c, which could again be used as a home office if required.