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Map2 bedroom penthouse for sale
Gargrave House, Gargrave, Skipton,
Penthouse
2 beds
2 baths
1173
EPC rating: B
Key information
Tenure: Leasehold | 979 yrs left
Ground rent: £100 per annum | review period: unconfirmed
Service charge: £3,272 per annum
Council tax: Band E
Mobile signal:
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Features and description
- Exclusive living in a superbly converted Country House
- Impressive Portico leading to a sweeping staircase
- Featuring a mix of the old with state of the art fittings
- 2 bath / shower rooms and 2 large bedrooms
- Spacious living-dining-kitchen
- Premium Living - Tranquil - Pleasant outlook
- Plenty of internal storage. External secure store for bikes and outdoor gear
- 4 Acres of formal gardens with an abundance of wildlife
- 2 nearby parking places visitor parking
- Very quiet, yet close to the village centre
At circa1200 square feet, this is a very spacious penthouse, larger than a standard semi-detached by some way, and offers versatile living space with some pleasant views over the park, 2 large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a living - dining - kitchen and some very useful storage areas. Also Fitted with secondary glazing.
Gargrave House has to be one of the finest country houses in the Yorkshire Dales. Constructed in 1917 by well renowned Scottish architect James Dunn, and overlooking 4 acres of parkland. This listed building has been sympathetically converted to high standards of finish by a well regarded local developer, to form 12 unique and exclusive apartments, incorporating all the features of this fine period house, with modern facilities and fittings.
An impressive Portico leads from the graveled forecourt, gardens and parking into an entrance lounge and in turn to the grand reception hall with magnificent staircase. A lift is available to the second floor.
The apartment is situated on the third floor and is accessed by a grand staircase with stunning atrium. A lift rises to the floor below with a short flight of stairs to the actual apartment.
NO FORWARD CHAIN
An entrance lobby with space for hanging coats and storing boots, and with alarm panel, leads into the main entrance hall with a large walk -in store / drying room off, and a video entry phone unit.
A very spacious living-dining-kitchen features one of the original house fire places (not commissioned), and has plenty of space for a dining suite and sofa / television area, and with window delightful views. The modern fitted kitchen has a full compliment of integrated appliances including a dishwasher, microwave-oven, 4 ring gas hob, fan oven, fridge, freezer and washer-dryer. Finished in a shaker style with granite worktops and under-pelmet lighting.
The principal bedroom is currently set up as a second spacious reception room, again with pleasant views, original fireplace (not commissioned) and with plenty of space for sofas, chairs and furniture. Having a modern Mediterranean style shower room with tiled floor and walls, WC, washbasin, illuminated mirror fronted cabinet, and a shower enclosure.
Bedroom 2 is currently used as the main bedroom, and is again of excellent proportions. Having a Velux window with remotely controlled blind, and a unique and attractive atrium window (with night blind), bringing in vast amounts of natural light. There is a second hallway leading out of this bedroom to the communal landing and staircase. This space is currently used as a further storeroom.
A generous sized house bathroom is finished to high standards in a Mediterranean style, and has the added advantage of both a bath and a separate shower enclosure, WC and wash basin. and having tiled floor and walls.
The property benefits from 2 dedicated parking spaces and additional visitor parking. Also having an external store for storing bikes and outdoor gear. The 4 acre communal grounds are a tranquil delight, with bench seating strategically placed to take advantage of the splendid parkland and views. Ideal for family and friends to meet and enjoy a picnic, or to enjoy a glass of wine on an evening.
The village High Street with shops, restaurant, pubs, cafes, bus stop and the train station are just a short walk away.
Annual Management £3348 a year or £279 per month including buildings insurance, maintenance of all internal communal areas, external structure (roof/windows/gutters etc), grounds, parking and stores. Ground rent £100 a year. 999 lease from 2005.
Buyer & Seller Anti Money Laundering Checks
We are required by HMRC to undertake Anti Money Laundering checks for all buyers and sellers to the contract. These checks are carried out through SmartSearch, and we make a charge of £30.00 inclusive of VAT per buyer. We will also need to see proof of funding. We cannot mark a property Sold Subject to Contract until the checks have been satisfactorily completed.
Gargrave House has to be one of the finest country houses in the Yorkshire Dales. Constructed in 1917 by well renowned Scottish architect James Dunn, and overlooking 4 acres of parkland. This listed building has been sympathetically converted to high standards of finish by a well regarded local developer, to form 12 unique and exclusive apartments, incorporating all the features of this fine period house, with modern facilities and fittings.
An impressive Portico leads from the graveled forecourt, gardens and parking into an entrance lounge and in turn to the grand reception hall with magnificent staircase. A lift is available to the second floor.
The apartment is situated on the third floor and is accessed by a grand staircase with stunning atrium. A lift rises to the floor below with a short flight of stairs to the actual apartment.
NO FORWARD CHAIN
An entrance lobby with space for hanging coats and storing boots, and with alarm panel, leads into the main entrance hall with a large walk -in store / drying room off, and a video entry phone unit.
A very spacious living-dining-kitchen features one of the original house fire places (not commissioned), and has plenty of space for a dining suite and sofa / television area, and with window delightful views. The modern fitted kitchen has a full compliment of integrated appliances including a dishwasher, microwave-oven, 4 ring gas hob, fan oven, fridge, freezer and washer-dryer. Finished in a shaker style with granite worktops and under-pelmet lighting.
The principal bedroom is currently set up as a second spacious reception room, again with pleasant views, original fireplace (not commissioned) and with plenty of space for sofas, chairs and furniture. Having a modern Mediterranean style shower room with tiled floor and walls, WC, washbasin, illuminated mirror fronted cabinet, and a shower enclosure.
Bedroom 2 is currently used as the main bedroom, and is again of excellent proportions. Having a Velux window with remotely controlled blind, and a unique and attractive atrium window (with night blind), bringing in vast amounts of natural light. There is a second hallway leading out of this bedroom to the communal landing and staircase. This space is currently used as a further storeroom.
A generous sized house bathroom is finished to high standards in a Mediterranean style, and has the added advantage of both a bath and a separate shower enclosure, WC and wash basin. and having tiled floor and walls.
The property benefits from 2 dedicated parking spaces and additional visitor parking. Also having an external store for storing bikes and outdoor gear. The 4 acre communal grounds are a tranquil delight, with bench seating strategically placed to take advantage of the splendid parkland and views. Ideal for family and friends to meet and enjoy a picnic, or to enjoy a glass of wine on an evening.
The village High Street with shops, restaurant, pubs, cafes, bus stop and the train station are just a short walk away.
Annual Management £3348 a year or £279 per month including buildings insurance, maintenance of all internal communal areas, external structure (roof/windows/gutters etc), grounds, parking and stores. Ground rent £100 a year. 999 lease from 2005.
Buyer & Seller Anti Money Laundering Checks
We are required by HMRC to undertake Anti Money Laundering checks for all buyers and sellers to the contract. These checks are carried out through SmartSearch, and we make a charge of £30.00 inclusive of VAT per buyer. We will also need to see proof of funding. We cannot mark a property Sold Subject to Contract until the checks have been satisfactorily completed.
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About this agent
In October 2011, local Estate Agents Andrew & Rory Procter joined Hunters Estate Agent as partners and now have a Hunters branch in Skipton. Firmly established as one of the top three agents in Skipton, Craven and the surrounding Dales, Hunters Procter & Co continue to grow and we now have a team of seven staff covering both sales and lettings. Our prestigious and spacious offices 1, The High Street, Skipton, provides a relaxed but professional atmosphere with the latest IT, phone systems and lighting. We have five spacious offices in our handsome Grade II Listed building at the top of the High Street, offering informal seating and excellent property display areas to make the process for our customer the smoothest it possibly can be. Hunters Procter & Co Estate and Letting agent Skipton are proud to support the local college and have provided NVQ apprenticeships and full-time employment for two of our young business graduates and a part time job for a third student. Our enthusiastic team includes Rory, Andrew, Rachel, Fiona, James, Melanie and Carrie. Marketing is second to none with property websites including Rightmove and Zoopla, professional photographer, floor plans, accompanied viewings and much more included in the selling fee. We can also offer Landlords three levels of service from tenant find only to fully managed with 24/7 call out.