5 bed terraced house for sale

Thornton In Craven, Skipton BD23

A stunning stone-built georgian home spread over three floors, featuring five spacious bedrooms and some countryside views, located in the heart of A charming village setting.

Thornton-in-Craven is a vibrant village with a strong community spirit, which has earned it several accolades, including the 'Dalesman' Best Kept Village award and the prestigious Britain in Bloom award for small villages in 1989. The village boasts a well-regarded Primary School and a historic church, while the market town of Skipton is just five miles away, offering a wide range of shopping, social, and recreational facilities. Skipton also features the esteemed Ermysteds Grammar and Skipton Girls' High Schools. The town's train station provides direct services to Leeds, Bradford, and London, while nearby Colne offers access to the M65/M6 motorway network, making it ideal for commuters.

Dating back to the mid-1700s, this remarkable property was an original farmhouse and perfectly combines original charm with modern functionality. With features such as exposed beams, an original inglenook fireplace with a bread oven, and a traditional solid wood kitchen, the home strikes a wonderful balance between character and contemporary style. The property is enhanced by double-glazed Georgian windows and gas-fired central heating throughout. The rooms are described below with approximate dimensions:
Ground floor


Sitting Room: (4.92m x 5.82m)

A spacious and charming sitting room featuring exposed beams, a sash window with a window seat to the front, and an exposed stone wall. The focal point is the wood-burning stove set in the inglenook fireplace, complete with a bread oven. The room also benefits from a stone hearth, tiled floor, and radiator.

Family Room: (3.43m x 5.82m)

Currently used as a large playroom, this room is ideal for entertaining guests or hosting dinner parties. It boasts exposed beams, a traditional fireplace, and a sash window with a window seat to the front. The room also has a built-in storage cupboard and radiator, with carpeting throughout.

Kitchen/Diner ( 2.14m x 5.86m):

A well-designed kitchen featuring cream solid wood wall and base units with granite worktops and a Belfast sink. It is equipped with an integrated fridge and a Stoves electric range oven with induction hob, as well as space for a dishwasher and washing machine. A large built-in storage cupboard, exposed brickwork, and Karndean flooring enhance the space, which also offers room for a large dining table. A window to the side, a radiator, and a door leading to the rear garden complete this space. A staircase leads to the first floor.

Pantry: (1.80m x 2.52m)

A generously sized pantry with exposed stonework, Karndean flooring, and space for a washer/dryer and freezer.
First floor


Landing:

A light and spacious landing with a spindle staircase leading to the upper floors. A rear-facing window allows you to take in the magnificent views. A radiator is also present.

Bedroom One: (4.74m x 4.45m)

An impressive master bedroom featuring exposed beams, a sash window to the front with a window seat, and a built-in corner unit that includes a large TV and storage space. A radiator completes the room.

En Suite: (2.04m x 1.81m)

A white three-piece suite comprising a step-in shower, pedestal hand basin, and low-level WC. The shower area is tiled, and there is a chrome heated towel rail along with vinyl-effect tiled flooring.

Bedroom Two: (3.71m x 3.80m)

A spacious double bedroom with a sash window to the front, featuring a window seat and exposed beams. This room also leads into a fantastic dressing room. A radiator is present.

Dressing Room:

A good-sized room with fitted units offering ample storage space.

Bathroom: (2.06m x 2.53m)

A charming house bathroom with a white three-piece suite comprising a panelled bath with an overhead shower, a pedestal hand basin, and a low-level WC. Karndean flooring, partly tiled walls, a chrome heated towel rail, and a built-in storage cupboard housing the Baxi combi boiler. Inset LED lighting provides a modern touch.

Bedroom Five/Home Office: (2.08m x 3.40m)

A versatile room that can be used as a home office or additional bedroom. It features a stone window seat with a UPVC window that offers views to the side of the property. Exposed beams and a radiator complete the room.
Second floor


Landing:

A spacious landing area with a wooden spindle banister, exposed beams, and access to the eaves for additional storage.

Bedroom Three: (4.52m x 3.65m)

A double bedroom featuring a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, a sash window to the front, and a radiator.

Bedroom Four: (3.16m x 5.25m)

A stunning double bedroom with vaulted ceilings and original exposed beams. The room benefits from a sash window to the front and a radiator.

Outside:

At the rear of the property, a tranquil and secure courtyard area is enclosed by a dry-stone wall. From the back door, you can enjoy partial countryside views to the left. The garden also features an outbuilding for storage and a water tap, along with a delightful waterfall feature.

Viewing is highly recommended