5 bedroom equestrian property

This incredibly handsome detached family home built in 1910 boasts wonderful features including intricately carved stone masonry, mullions to two beautiful bays, leaded light windows and a particularly remarkable Arts and Craft staircase. Having been re-modelled the entire accommodation layout is more akin to that of modern living whilst remaining true to the integrity of a home of this calibre.

This Edwardian country house is particularly unique due to its most private setting at the very heart of one of the North Yorkshire moors most prestigious and well served villages on the outskirts of the National Park. The house has the benefit of beautiful and large grounds and an additional paddock – in all, about six acres.

The re-modelled accommodation in brief comprises; Reception hall, 26’10” drawing room with large bay window overlooking the raised terrace and formal gardens beyond and additional bay window creating a bright and most beautiful formal reception room with log burning stove and stone surround; 23’11” oak panelled dining room with complimentary solid oak floor and symmetrical bay window with window seat again enjoying views over the gardens, beautifully balanced 19’ sitting room with French doors opening to an intimate terrace opening onto the connected terrace, fitted office, 24’2” dining kitchen with integrated appliances including Aga, island unit and complimentary oak and granite worktops; separate utility room and beautiful oak Orangery with two sets of French doors leading to the terrace.

To the first floor are five bedrooms – one currently fitted as an additional study – the master bedroom enjoys a double aspect and fitted furniture with a generous en-suite, two further bedrooms also have the benefit of en-suite facilities. House bathroom.

A fantastic addition to this home is the significant, purpose built outbuilding encompassing triple car garage, gymnasium, gardener’s store and annex. The annex comprises an open plan living space with modern kitchen of horse shoe design with integrated appliances and leathered granite worktops. Two double bedrooms and shower room.

This handsome country home is accessed via a private gated approach and is situated within formal grounds extending to approximately 1.5 acres. There are many well stocked borders with innumerable species of plants, shrubs and trees and a beautiful pond with “jetty” decked area beneath a stunning weeping willow, a most tranquil setting - so much so that, Waterhens for several years have nested on the pond – and tennis court. For those with horticulture interest, there are two greenhouses. Adjacent to the grounds is a 4.5 (approx.) acre paddock.

The village of Thornton-le-Dale lies at the southern edge of the North York Moors National Park, straddling the A170 Helmsley to Scarborough road. A pretty stream tinkles its way throught the village which is wonderfully supplied with amenities, including a church, selection of pubs, garage, post office and general store, butcher and doctor’s surgery, as well as a reliable bus service.