Market Place, Masham, Ripon, North Yorkshire

The Merchant’s House is a handsome Grade II Listed property that dates from the late 18th century and has been fully renovated by the current owners. It features four generous double bedrooms and a one bedroom annexe and offers plenty of character features, as well as modern fittings and décor throughout.

The accommodation is arranged across three levels and includes a separate self-contained annexe. On the ground floor there are two comfortable reception rooms, including a welcoming snug and a comfortable sitting room with a cast-iron fireplace. To the rear, the 27ft open-plan kitchen and dining area offers space in which to dine and entertain, with its French doors opening to the rear courtyard garden and skylight overhead welcoming plenty of natural light. The kitchen has sleek grey Shaker-style units for plenty of storage, as well as a stainless steel range cooker.

There are two well-presented double bedrooms on the first floor, including the principal bedroom with its en suite bathroom and a separate family shower room. There is access to the roof terrace via a set of double French doors just off the stairway, a perfect place to relax and unwind.

While on the second floor, there are two further double bedrooms, one of which is en suite with a walk-in dressing area.

At the rear, the annexe provides useful further accommodation currently with a games room, family room/bedroom and a shower room. The games room could be converted into a kitchen/diner to create a self-contained one bedroom annexe, ideal for a dependant relative or have the potential to rent out as source for extra income.

Services: Mains electricity, gas, water & drainage

Outside
At the front, the house opens directly onto Market Place with its historic buildings and regular market. Extensive parking is available in Market Place. At the rear, there is a charming private courtyard garden which provides access to the annexe and leads onto the single garage and parking area which is accessed via Church Street.

Location
The market town of Masham lies alongside the River Ure and on the edge of the Nidderdale National Landscape, nine miles north of the cathedral city of Ripon. The town offers various everyday amenities including local shops, restaurants, cafés and pubs, as well as a primary school. Ripon is easily accessible and offers extensive further facilities, including high street shops and large supermarkets, and a choice of schooling, including the outstanding-rated Outwood Academy. The area is perfectly placed for walking, cycling and riding routes in the surrounding countryside, while golf is available at Masham Golf Club. Local road connections include the A1(M) eight miles away, while mainline rail services are available from Thirsk.