Bishop Monkton, Harrogate, HG3

Offered with no onward chain and all furnishings included, Southlands Farm occupies a desirable position on the outskirts of this sought after village. Secured behind electric gates and with CCTV, this magnificent property presents around 5,500 sq. ft. of flexible accommodation and south facing gardens with stunning views over its own land extending to approximately 11 acres in total.

Entering the property, the sweeping dual entrance gravel driveways lead to a block set parking area in front of the detached triple garage building. The house is fronted by private landscaped gardens and lawns which then extend onto an open 2 acre paddock and a further 8 acre gated field beyond which could be ideal for those with equestrian interests. With the second gated entrance there is access for potential development of an additional dwelling for dependent relatives, subject to the usual consents, or a significant leisure suite if desired.

The house with under floor heating throughout opens via an entrance porch to a most impressive reception hall with French stone flagged floor and bespoke staircase ascending to the galleried landing above. Opening from the reception hall double doors lead into a fabulous 31 ft. sitting room which is arranged around a feature fireplace and opens out through twin sets of French doors to a south facing sun terrace. Leading from the reception hall the stone flagged floor extends through to the formal 10 seater dining room which is looked onto by the separate wine room. Adjoining the dining room, the sociable kitchen presents shaker style units including the large central island, with a combination of granite and Iroko wood surfaces. The high specification appliances include a Miele oven, microwave and coffee machine, top of the range Miele master cool fridge freezer and a four oven Aga. There is space for family dining, and bi-folding doors open out to the perfectly private, continental style courtyard which is ideal for outdoor entertaining.

Adjoining the kitchen there is a generous separate utility room with practical entrance leading in from the courtyard. The sun room with large picture window looking over the gardens and land provides a flexible living space which could alternatively be used as a gym or an additional bedroom having an adjoining shower room. Further living space can be found leading off from the reception hall where there is a cosy snug with vaulted ceiling that extends through to the large home office that opens out to the garden through double doors.

To the first floor the large galleried landing branches to a principal bedroom suite that includes a separate dressing room with fitted wardrobes and bathroom with twin basins and large walk-in shower. There are three further double bedrooms, one of which has an en-suite shower room, a single bedroom / study and a house bathroom that benefits from having a bathtub and large walk-in shower. The sixth bedroom is ideal for guests having an en-suite shower room and its own sitting room with double doors that open to a Juliette balcony overlooking the courtyard.

The small and pretty village of Bishop Monkton is situated conveniently between Harrogate (15 minutes) and Ripon (less than 10 minutes), and benefits from having a popular local pub and primary school along with excellent community sports fields. The historic spa town of Harrogate is popular for boutique shopping and the cosmopolitan lifestyle culture of its many cafes, restaurants and coffee shops. The Cathedral city of Ripon which is the gateway to the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is known for being the smallest city in Yorkshire and is set around its fabulous Cathedral and market square. Amenities include a variety of supermarkets, leisure facilities and a wide choice of restaurants and bars.

Also nearby, places to visit include the National Trust attractions of Fountains Abbey and the Newby Hall estate. The A1(M) is only 10 minutes drive away, offering easy access by road to the north and south. London by rail takes approximately two hours from the station at Harrogate. There are excellent state and independent schools in the area including the renowned Ripon Grammar School for which Southlands sits within catchment of.