Gargrave House, Gargrave, Skipton,

Property Details: - Type: Penthouse - Bedrooms: 2 - Bathrooms: 2

Agent: Hunters - Skipton Phone: 01756 317958

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.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>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. <br/><br/>NO FORWARD CHAIN<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>The village High Street with shops, restaurant, pubs, cafes, bus stop and the train station are just a short walk away.<br/><br/>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.<br/><br/>Buyer & Seller Anti Money Laundering Checks <br/>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.<br/><br/>