Old Hall Barn, Carlton, Leyburn

SITUATION

Old Hall Barn dates from 1659, as evidenced by the stone inset above the front door. It is thought to have been owned by the Foxgill family; the initials of William and Sarah Foxgill are carved into the stone. In the late 17th or early 18th century, a fire raised the west and main wing of the property to the ground leaving only what is now known as Old Hall Barn. The house retains some of the original architectural features such as stone mullioned windows. Whilst 1659 is the first evidenced recording of Old Hall Barn, it is thought to have origins dating back to medieval times. The conversion to the current home took place in 2012.

DESCRIPTION

Old Hall Barn is a most attractive, Grade II listed character barn conversion dating back to 1659 which has been beautifully maintained and updated throughout with high quality fixtures and fittings. The property was converted in 2012 and offers comfortable accommodation which retains many character features including stone flagged flooring and mullioned windows without compromising modern conveniences.

The property is entered into the open plan ground floor accommodation with a useful welcoming area with stone flagged floor and space for jackets/boots. The room has oak flooring throughout and dual aspect mullioned windows making it light and airy with a log burning stove set on a stone hearth.

A step up provides access to the wonderful kitchen diner which features an excellent range of fitted wall and base units which are complemented by oak worktops. The bespoke kitchen from Interiors of Ripon features quality integrated appliances including a Ilve range cooker, Bosch dishwasher and space for a freestanding fridge. There is a Belfast ceramic sink and ample space for a dining table.

Usefully, there is a separate utility room with additional fitted units which is plumbed for a washing machine.

To the first floor there are three double bedrooms. The main bedroom has a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, and a quality fitted ensuite shower room with WC and basin. The second bedroom has a dual aspect with views down Coverdale and usefully has a mezzanine floor which is currently used as a home office. This has eaves storage and fitted bookshelves with a velux window. The third bedroom is a smaller double with a useful storage cupboard. Completing the first floor is a stylish house bathroom with a tiled floor and a WC, hand basin and bath with shower over, and with access to spacious eaves storage.

Externally the property is complemented by a well landscaped lawned garden to the front and side with a patio area which is perfect for alfresco dining and enjoys the far-reaching Yorkshire Dales views. There is a raised flower bed and a useful storage area to the rear for bins etc. There is a detached garage which has electric and useful loft storage above. The property is finished off with off- road parking for one vehicle with further street parking available nearby.

Overall, Old Hall Barn is a quality and characterful barn conversion, and it would make an excellent full-time residence, second home or holiday let in a popular part of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.