Brough House, Bainbridge, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 3EQ.

Brough House is positioned on the fringe of the picturesque village of Bainbridge and offers an opportunity for a self-build or developer to create a spacious family home from the existing house and extending into the adjoining barn which now has the benefit of full planning permission to convert into additional accommodation. In addition to these two properties there is a separate barn / workshop/ garage and an established paddock which sits directly in front of the accommodation and has a separate roadside access. The property in all, extends to 1.43 acres (0.57 Ha).

Brough House is an attractive double fronted stone period cottage which has been taken to a ‘first fix’ stage by the current owners. The property has been extensively refurbished and now has the benefit of new wiring and plumbing, a damp proof course and updated heating and drainage systems. The rooms have been skimmed and therefore the property presents as a blank canvas for any buyer to put their own stamp on finishing the accommodation to their own personal tastes. The main house requires a kitchen and bathroom to be fitted to complete the programme of works.

The accommodation, in brief comprises of a living room, dining room, kitchen area and a pantry. The first floor is accessed via original stone steps and the accommodation comprises of three bedrooms and a bathroom. Much consideration has been given to maintaining original features and retaining the original character of the building.

Planning permission for the adjoining barn has been granted in R/52/20/A

Additional information regarding the planning permission can be found at

planning.agileapplication.co.uk/yorkshiredales/application-details/40473

The attached stone barn extends to 1270sqft / 118sqm and has a mezzanine level. There are window openings, an entrance door and double doors which open out into the front courtyard.

In addition to Brough House and the attached barn there is a further stone detached barn/garage/workshop. This building has wooden doors and an integral workshop and area for parking. There is an attached conservatory which looks out onto the paddock beyond. This barn is located on the side of the road and is an ideal building for storage and parking.

Externally, the property is approached via a hard standing area. There is a wrought iron hand gate which opens out into the formal garden area which has a raised beds for plants and a flagged pathways that leads to the front door of the property. A low stone wall encloses the garden and enjoys lovely views over the paddock land beyond.

The grassed paddock land extends to 1.2 Acres (0.485 Ha) and is enclosed by fencing and is ideal for grazing livestock although could also lend itself to alternative uses, subject to the necessary consents. This paddock has a separate access via a five bar gate from the A684.

Please Note The wooden detached barn adjacent to this access point is not included in the sale.

As identified on the plan, adjacent to the river bank is a section of land which is currently on lease with 26 years remaining. This area of land has a weir and a Archimedean Screw Turbine which generates hydroelectricity to homes in the village. There is a small gate which leads to a building which houses the mechanics of the Screw. The current owner of the property benefit from a rebate of the electricity generated and this is approximately £1500 per annum dependant on rainfall/river levels.

Tenure & Possession

Freehold

EPC Rating

The property is not currently compliant for an EPC

Local Authority

North Yorkshire Council

The property is currently exempt from paying council tax

Utilities

The property is connected to mains water, electricity and drainage.

Broadband is not currently available, however there are various providers in the area. Mobile coverage is available, in both cases, interested parties are advised to perform their own due diligence in respect of availability

Parking

There is a hard standing area to the front of the property which would allow for off street parking.

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Viewings

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