Scale House, Rylstone, North Yorkshire, BD23

Scale House is an impressive Grade II listed manor house which dates back to 1568, having been beautifully renovated and set within private woodland in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Situated in the sought-after village of Rylstone, the property enjoys an idyllic rural setting while remaining within easy reach of both Skipton and Grassington, each offering an excellent range of amenities, shops, restaurants and recreational facilities.

Skipton provides regular rail services to Leeds and London King's Cross, making the property well suited for commuters, while Leeds Bradford and Manchester airports offer convenient connections for national and international travel. The area is also renowned for its excellent educational provision, including the highly regarded Skipton Girls' High School and Ermysted's Grammar School.

The current owners have undertaken an extensive and sympathetic renovation programme, restoring the property to an exceptional standard while thoughtfully introducing a range of contemporary enhancements. A significant addition has been the conversion of the attic space to create an additional floor, now comprising three en-suite bedrooms, a cinema room and a superb family and games room. Throughout the house, original character features have been carefully preserved, creating a home that combines historic charm with modern comfort and luxury.

The property offers the possibility of a business opportunity by way of a luxury holiday let, benefitting from its location and stunning setting making it a superb holiday destination. For further information on this please ask Harrison Boothman.

The accommodation is both substantial and beautifully proportioned, offering nine double bedrooms, five elegant reception rooms, a magnificent reception hall featuring a bespoke handmade listed staircase, a morning room, drawing room, cinema room, study, spacious breakfast kitchen and utility room. In addition, there are six bathrooms, a cloakroom and a separate ground-floor WC.

Accessed through bespoke wrought-iron electric gates, a long sweeping private driveway leads to an attractive courtyard with parking for up to fifteen vehicles. The entrance has a feature portico which shelters the impressive double entrance doors. Beyond lies a welcoming reception hall, offering the first glimpse of this remarkable home's exceptional character and craftsmanship.

Scale House occupies approximately six and a half acres of beautifully maintained grounds, including expansive lawns, a summer house, vegetable garden and an elegant sunken garden. Surrounded by mature woodland, the estate offers outstanding privacy, tranquillity and a wonderful connection to the surrounding Yorkshire Dales landscape. There is also planning permission within the grounds to create a garden room/home office.

Rylstone is situated less than five miles away from the historic market town of Skipton and also only circa five miles away from Grassington. Rylstone, Cracoe and Hetton together share local amenities including a primary school, a Church, a village hall, community events, sports clubs, The Devonshire Arms at Cracoe and The Angel at Hetton. Excellent secondary schooling is available in Skipton and nearby Threshfield.

The increasingly popular market town of Skipton has won many accolades in recent years, being independently judged to be one of the best areas to live in the UK via multiple media sources. Catering to residents of all ages, the town offers the perfect combination of excellent schooling, easy access to countryside and an extensive choice of leisure, shopping and recreational facilities. The town is intersected by the scenic Leeds/Liverpool canal and is well known for its Medieval Church and Castle together with a bustling High Street featuring an outdoor market on the cobbled 'setts' three days a week. The town offers an excellent mix of independent shops, pubs and cafés in addition to having well known branded stores and a choice of fashionable bars and restaurants. There are excellent public transport links, including a railway station providing regular daily services to Leeds and Bradford. The town enjoys an annual programme of community events and festivals, attracting an ever increasing degree of tourism. In addition, the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park is only a short drive away to the north, offering some of the finest countryside and scenery in the UK.

The business centres of West Yorkshire and East Lancashire are within comfortable daily commuting distance.

With an impressive range of quality period furniture included from elegant dining pieces to characterful bedroom and reception furnishings, this outstanding Manor House comprises in further detail:

GROUND FLOOR

ENTRANCE HALLWAY
Original oak flooring. High ceilings with original coving and ornate features. Tall imposing double entrance doors. Sealed unit stone mullioned window. Central heating radiator covered with a feature cast iron cover with a marble top.

CLOAKROOM
Original oak flooring. Recessed low voltage ceiling spotlights. Central heating radiator. Storage cupboards. Sealed unit stone mullioned window.

W/C
Original oak flooring. Partial wall tiling. Sealed unit stone mullioned window. High level traditional w/c. Chrome heated towel rail. Recessed low voltage ceiling spotlights. Vanity wash basin with a granite top and storage cupboard underneath.

STUDY
18'1" x 10'2" with sealed unit stone mullioned windows. Recessed low voltage ceiling spotlights. Feature coving. Cast-iron central heating radiator. Marble fireplace with electric fire and cast iron inset. Extensive built in library shelving.

MORNING ROOM
21'2" x 16'5" with sealed unit stone mullioned windows. High ceilings with coving and original ornate plasterwork, dating back over 250 years. Sealed unit stone mullioned windows overlooking the manicured lawn. Alcove with arch, shelving and base cupboards. Cast-iron central heating radiators. Fireplace with carved oak surround, granite hearth and inset and open fire.

RECEPTION HALL
20'5" x 18'10" with a double height ceiling with coving and original ornate plasterwork alongside the listed handcarved oak balustrade providing an elegant hallway. Tiled floor. Cast-iron central heating radiator. Access to cellar and further storage with doors out to the courtyard. Ceiling rose with chandelier. Dado rail. Feature listed stained glass windows with stone mullions.

DRAWING ROOM
21'8" x 21'2" with sealed unit stone mullioned windows. Access door to the patio and lawn. High ceilings with coving and ornate plasterwork. Cast-iron central heating radiators. Fireplace with carved oak surround, marble hearth and inset, cast iron open fireplace.

DINING ROOM
18'10" x 13'3" with oak flooring. Oak beams. Cast-iron central heating radiator. Sealed unit stone mullioned windows. Beautiful Inglenook fireplace with a large feature cast iron log burning stove.

DINING KITCHEN
16'8" x 14'2" with a quality luxury kitchen incorporating contemporary fitted wall and base units in a grey finish with contrasting quartz worktops and tiled surrounds. Twin inset Belfast sinks with drainer grooves into worktop and Quooker tap. Ceramic five ring induction hob with floating stainless steel and glass extractor over. Integrated dishwasher. Neff double oven. Recessed low voltage ceiling spotlights. Neff microwave. Oil fired Aga. Stone flagged flooring. Sealed unit stone mullioned windows. Integrated fridge/freezer. Breakfast bar with contrasting worktop. Wine fridge. Large separate pantry with original stone shelving.

UTILITY ROOM
12'9" x 9'8" with fitted wall and base units with marble worktops and tiled surrounds. Belfast sink. Recessed low voltage ceiling spotlights. Sealed unit stone mullioned windows. Two integrated washing machines and separate tumble dryer. American style fridge freezer. Tiled flooring.

SNUG
14'6" x 9'7" with a feature fireplace with tiled hearth and inset, stone surround and an open fire. Access to useful storage cupboard. Cast-iron central heating radiator. Dado rail. Sealed unit stone mullioned windows.

INNER HALLWAY
Original stone flagged flooring. Cast-iron central heating. Recessed low voltage ceiling spotlights. Separate rear staircase to the first floor. Dado rail. Understair storage cupboard. Rear access door to garden.

FIRST FLOOR

GRAND GALLERIED LANDING
With listed feature-stained glass windows. Ornate listed balustrade. Dado rail. Ceiling coving. Original decorative ceiling. Feature brass stair rods. Cast-iron central heating radiator.

BEDROOM ONE
21’3” x 16’7” With sealed unit double glazing enjoying fine long-distance views over open fields to the countryside beyond. Two cast-iron central heating radiators. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Ceiling coving. Door through to:

DRESSING ROOM
With dual aspect sealed unit double glazing enjoying fine long-distance views over open fields to the countryside beyond. Feature fireplace with tiled hearth and interior. Cast-iron central heating radiator.

ENSUITE BATHROOM
Superbly appointed four-piece suite comprising his and hers sinks set on vanity cabinets, large walk-in shower enclosure with Hans Grohe dual head thermostatic shower, freestanding bath with mixer taps and hand-held shower attachment, low suite w/c. Contemporary wall tiles. Wood effect herringbone floor tiles. Oval timber window. Dual aspect-stained glass windows. Electric ladder towel radiator. Glazed door leading out to SUN BALCONY.

BEDROOM TWO
21’1” x 15’10” With sealed unit double glazing enjoying fine long-distance views over open fields to the countryside beyond. Two cast-iron central heating radiators. Feature fireplace with tiled hearth and interior. Ceiling coving.

ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM
Superbly appointed three-piece white suite comprising low suite w/c, floating hand wash basin and walk in shower enclosure with Hans Grohe dual head shower enclosure. Contemporary wall tiles. Wood effect flooring. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Extractor. Fitted mirror. Electric ladder towel radiator.

BEDROOM THREE
16’2” x 14’5” With sealed unit double glazing. Cast-iron central heating radiator. Marble fireplace and hearth with open cast iron fire. Ceiling coving.

ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM
Superbly appointed three-piece white suite comprising low suite w/c, pedestal hand wash basin, and shower enclosure housing dual head thermostatic shower. Extractor fan. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Glazed window. Tiled flooring. Electric ladder towel radiator.

BEDROOM FOUR
21’ x 7’10” With sealed unit double glazing enjoying fine long-distance views over open fields to the countryside beyond. Cast-iron central heating radiator. Picture rail. Ceiling coving.

FIRST FLOOR LANDING
With staircase leading to second floor landing. Built in storage. Central heating radiator. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Dado rail.

BEDROOM FIVE
14’6” x 9’8” With sealed unit double glazing enjoying fine long-distance views over open fields to the countryside beyond. Cast-iron central heating radiator. Decorative fireplace with tiled hearth and interior including cast iron open fire grate. Built in open wardrobe.

BEDROOM SIX
12’10” x 9’9” With sealed unit double glazing enjoying viewing over the garden. Cast-iron central heating radiator. Built in wardrobe. Picture rail.

HOUSE BATHROOM
Superbly appointed four-piece white suite comprising low suite w/c, hand wash basin set on vanity cabinet, shower enclosure with dual head thermostatic shower, fitted panelled bath including mixer tap and hand-held shower. Built in linen cupboards. Glazed window. Cast-iron central heating radiator. Wood effect amtico flooring. Extractor fan. Electric ladder towel radiator.

SECOND FLOOR

LANDING
With built in storage cupboards. Eaves storage. Exposed beams. Two skylights. Glazed window.

CINEMA ROOM
18’1” x 17’4” With two central heating radiators. Exposed beams and trusses. Door to:

BEDROOM SEVEN
17'9” x 17’4” With two central heating radiators. Eaves storage. Open to:

ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM
Superbly appointed three-piece white suite comprising low suite w/c, hand wash basin set on vanity cabinet, large walk-in shower enclosure with overhead shower. Extractor fan. Electric ladder towel radiator. Ceramic wall tiles. Mosaic floor tiles. Glazed window.

SITTING ROOM
17’4” x 17’1” With central heating radiator. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Built in storage cupboards with oak doors. Exposed beams and trusses.

BEDROOM EIGHT
23’1” x 10’1” With skylight. Central heating radiator. Built in wardrobe with oak doors. Exposed beams and trusses.

BEDROOM NINE
23’1” x 9’11” With central heating radiator. Built in wardrobes with oak doors.

CASTELLATED TURRET BATHROOM
Superbly appointed four-piece white suite comprising low suite w/c, hand wash basin set on vanity cabinet, fitted bath and walk in shower enclosure housing thermostatic shower. Ceramic wall tiles and mosaic floor tiles. Glazed window. Electric ladder towel radiator. Fitted mirror.

OUTSIDE
Scale House is set within a private woodland in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, occupying approximately six and a half acres of beautifully landscaped grounds and gardens. The estate includes:

GARAGE/GAMES ROOM
25'8" x 16' having been converted from a garage to a games room with an electric sauna, sealed unit UPVC windows and sliding doors. Access into the Biomass store.

The house is approached via a long, sweeping, tree-lined driveway from the south-west, leading to an impressive entrance portico and a spacious forecourt with parking for up to fifteen vehicles.

To the south of the house, beyond an expanse of lawn, steps descend to a charming listed sunken garden enclosed by stone walls and established yew hedging. Originally created as a formal rose garden during the property's 1939 remodelling, this elegant space features a half-moon lily pond, stone pathways, and a central ornamental plinth.

The grounds also offer extensive manicured lawns, a striking rockery, a vegetable garden, a summer house, and an abundance of mature woodland, creating a truly exceptional and tranquil setting.

COUNCIL TAX BAND
The council tax band quoted for this property on the Gov.UK website is Band: G

TENURE
The tenure for this property is Freehold.

SERVICES
There are no mains services installed other than mains electricity at the property, the water is from a shared borehole, the drainage is from a shared septic tank and the heating system is run from a biomass system. The biomass system is also entitled to index-linked quarterly tariff-based payments per kilowatt of heat generated through the 'Renewable Heat Incentive' (RHI) scheme which is contracted for 9 1/4 more years. The combination of fuel savings and RHI income mean that it's possible to wipe out Scale House's annual fuel bill, equivalent to £120,000 rebate over the remaining term.

Please note we have not been able to test the equipment or installations in this property and recommend that prospective purchasers arrange for a qualified person to check any appliances before entering into any commitment.

BROADBAND / MOBILE DATA SERVICES
Information obtained from Ofcom's Broadband Coverage Checker indicates that fixed-line ultrafast broadband services may be available at this property. Alternative broadband solutions, including satellite broadband services, may also be available at this location and should be investigated by prospective purchasers.

Information obtained from Ofcom's Mobile Coverage Checker indicates that mobile coverage at this property may be limited or variable. Interested parties should verify coverage, signal strength and service suitability directly with their preferred network provider. This information is provided for guidance only and was correct at the time of compilation. Interested parties should verify current availability, speeds, coverage and suitability directly with their chosen service provider and through Ofcom's Broadband and Mobile Coverage Checker. Neither the seller nor Harrison Boothman warrants the accuracy or ongoing availability of any service.

ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING (AML) REQUIREMENTS – ADMINISTRATION FEE PAYABLE
Under HMRC supervision and in accordance with current Anti-Money Laundering Regulations, Estate Agents are legally required to undertake Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks on all sellers and prospective purchasers. These mandatory checks form part of the conveyancing process and are designed to help prevent financial crime and protect all parties involved in a property transaction.

Once an offer has been accepted (subject to contract), all prospective purchasers will be required to complete an identification and verification process. This will typically include the provision of photographic identification, proof of address and evidence of the source of funds being used to complete the purchase.

To cover the cost of the verification and screening process, a non-refundable AML administration fee is payable. THE FEE IS £24.00 (INCLUDING VAT) PER PURCHASER. The checks are carried out securely by a specialist third-party provider on our behalf and, for this purpose, Harrison Boothman will need to share relevant personal information with that provider. Please note that this is not a credit check and will not affect your credit rating or credit score. All information provided will be processed securely and confidentially in accordance with applicable data protection legislation.

In accordance with current regulations and our compliance obligations, we are unable to mark a property as "Under Offer" or "Sold Subject to Contract" until all purchasers have satisfactorily completed the AML verification process. If you have any questions regarding the above process, a member of our team will be pleased to assist.

INDEPENDENT THIRD PARTY PROFESSIONALS – REFERRAL FEES
Where appropriate, Harrison Boothman is pleased to recommend independent professionals who may be able to assist clients with related property matters. These include Conveyancing Solicitors, Mortgage Brokers, Surveyors, Removal Companies and Specialist Tradespeople. Please let us know if you would like any assistance in this respect.

In accordance with current regulations, we are obliged to disclose that in some instances, Harrison Boothman may receive a referral fee, voucher or marketing contribution from third-party providers should you choose to use their services following an introduction from us. The amount received varies depending on the nature of the referral and the value of the transaction but is typically between £20 and £250. You are under no obligation whatsoever to use any recommended provider and are entirely free to obtain alternative quotations or seek independent advice.

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These particulars were prepared from observation together with information supplied by the Vendor. We have not carried out a detailed professional survey.

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