6 bed detached house for sale

Church Lane, Stainburn, Otley LS21

Your Dream Country Escape Awaits! Truly impressive spacious period farmhouse with 6 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms, in an idyllic setting, combining the character of yesteryear with contemporary living.

Tucked away in the peaceful hamlet of Stainburn, yet conveniently located for Harrogate and Otley, Smithy House is a striking six-bedroom period farmhouse that offers the best of both worlds. Beautifully modernised and extended in recent years, this exceptional home blends timeless character with contemporary comforts, delivering spacious and flexible living ideal for family life — all set within a stunning rural backdrop.

At the heart of the home lies a stunning open-plan kitchen, living and dining space, showcasing a beautifully handcrafted kitchen with a central island, all set beneath a striking green oak glazed extension that perfectly frames sweeping panoramic countryside views. This impressive property also benefits from an integral garage, a workshop, and a charming stone-built outbuilding complete with a bar area and guest WC - ideal for year-round alfresco entertaining.

For relaxation, the formal living room features expansive tall windows and opens onto the terrace, flooding the space with natural light and offering delightful views. A separate, cosy sitting area provides additional living space, perfect for accommodating different interests or quiet moments. Both rooms are enhanced by recently installed log burners, adding warmth and character.

A ground-floor bedroom suite with a private shower room is ideal for guests, extended family, or multigenerational living. Conveniently located next to the kitchen, the stylish utility room leads to a guest WC and a well-appointed boot room—both essential features for comfortable country living.

Upstairs, the principal suite features a spacious dressing area and a luxurious en-suite bathroom, complemented by four further generously proportioned bedrooms and a sleek, contemporary family bathroom. The upper floor also enjoys wonderful views towards the Chevin and Ilkley Moor, adding to the home's sense of tranquillity and connection with the surrounding landscape.

The expansive, south-west facing gardens offer ample space for play and relaxation, with spectacular sunsets providing the perfect backdrop. Generous off-road parking caters comfortably for both residents and guests.

Location: The picturesque market town of Otley is less than five miles away, offering a wide selection of local shops, supermarkets, charming cafés, and highly regarded schools. Local primary schools are nearby in the villages of Pool in Wharfedale and North Rigton. Just over six miles away, the vibrant and cosmopolitan town of Harrogate provides excellent shopping, a variety of restaurants, and a wealth of cultural attractions, including cinemas and theatres. For commuters, Weeton Station is conveniently located just over three miles away in Huby, with direct rail connections to Leeds, Bradford, and York. Leeds Bradford International Airport is situated 8 miles to the south. This area is truly blessed with outstanding countryside to enjoy and is situated on the edge of Niddersale National Landscape. Popular local reservoirs, beauty spots, such as Almscliff Crag, Stainburn Forest, Otley Chevin Forest Park and Ilkley Moor are easy to access within a few miles.

Directions: Please use the postcode LS21 2LW for Sat nav. Feel free to park on the driveway through the gate just past the house.

Additional information:

• Oil-fired central heating with some underfloor heating in the main living areas and bathrooms.

• Utility connections: No mains gas. Electricity. Private clean water supply and waste to a septic tank.

• Mobile connectivity scores: EE 3, Three 3, O2 3, Vodafone 3 (please check with your service provider)

• Broadband availability: Ultrafast Full Fibre to Property up to 1600 Mbps from Openreach (includes Sky)

• Flood risk: Rivers & Sea Very low. Surface Water Very Low.

• Construction type: Standard.

• Restrictive covenants: None

• Accessibility level access to the ground floor

• Council tax: Band G. North Yorkshire Council 2025/2026 £4030