Property description

Fantastic renovation opportunity to extend and rework this four bedroom farmhouse and adjoining barn, subject to the necessary planning consents. Gardens and paddock extending to 0.57 ha (1.42 acres). Located in delightful village close to local market towns and the A1(M).

Manor House Farm is a delightful four bedroom farmhouse with an adjoining barn. The property dates back to the 18th century and was originally part of Snape Castle Estate and formally served as the village shop and finally an opticians. The property would benefit from being renovated throughout incorporating the former shop and outbuildings into residential accommodation, subject to the necessary planning consents. There is great scope to convert the barn and former stables into further accommodation if required or alternatively create an annex to the main house. The property currently enjoys fantastic light and spacious reception rooms with original features including beamed ceilings, flagged floors, meat hooks and original fireplace. The accommodation briefly comprises entrance hall/dining room, sitting room, farmhouse kitchen, former shop and waiting room, pantry and rear hall. The first floor comprises four double bedrooms and a house bathroom. Externally there are a range of outbuildings that include the former wash room/workshop, coal store, stables, store rooms and a large barn. To the front of the property is a cottage gardens bounded by stone walls. To the side of the property is a driveway that leads round to the parking area that fronts the barn. There is a lawned garden with well established herbaceous borders, a vegetable garden and a paddock. The property currently benefits from double glazed windows throughout and it is heated via a LPG gas fired central heating system. This property must be viewed to appreciate it, as it is an opportunity to convert this delightful home into a substantial dwelling.



Thornborough is a peaceful village that is located just a short drive from the A1M and the local market towns of Bedale, Masham, Thirsk and the Catherdral City of Ripon. The Village is located next to Thornborough Henges, an ancient monument complex that comprises of three aligned henges, that dates back to the Neolithic and Bronze Age. Primary schools can be found in nearby villages of Burneston, West Tanfield, North Stainley and Masham and secondary schools are available in Bedale, Thirsk and Ripon. There is a village shop and post office approximately 1 1/4 miles away in the village of West Tanfield, and there are a good selection of country pubs within a short drive.

Property Features :

• ENTRANCE HALL/ DINING ROOM
• SITTING ROOM
• FARMHOUSE KITCHEN
• PANTRY
• FORMER SHOP