4 bed semi-detached house for sale

Rockville Drive, Embsay, Skipton, North Yorkshire BD23

Rockville is an exceptional and substantial stone-built Victorian residence dating back to 1866, originally constructed for John Broughton and beautifully restored to combine timeless character with luxurious modern living. Set beneath a pitched York stone roof and approached via a sweeping gravel driveway, this impressive home enjoys expansive mature gardens, extensive parking and a wealth of original features meticulously restored throughout. To honour the property’s heritage, replastering, heritage radiators and carefully curated Farrow & Ball interiors create a home of remarkable quality and style.

The stunning bespoke dining kitchen has been featured in magazines and forms the heart of the home, complete with a large central island, Siemens appliances, parquet flooring and French doors opening onto the patio. Elegant reception spaces include a magnificent sitting room with bay window, marble fireplace and log burning stove, while versatile accommodation across multiple levels offers beautifully appointed bedrooms, stylish bathrooms and flexible family living.

Externally, Rockville benefits from an impressive three-storey former coach house with permitted planning permission to create a holiday let, alongside planning permission for a summer house within the grounds, presenting exciting lifestyle or income opportunities. The gardens are extensive, mature and private, backing onto open fields and perfectly designed for entertaining, relaxation and family enjoyment.
Location

Situated on the edge of the stunning Yorkshire Dales, the highly sought-after village of Embsay offers the perfect balance of picturesque countryside living and everyday convenience. Rich in charm and community spirit, this thriving village is renowned for its beautiful scenery, traditional stone properties and excellent local amenities, all whilst being just a short distance from the vibrant market town of Skipton. Embsay benefits from a well regarded primary school, welcoming village pubs, local shops, cafés and a historic church, creating an ideal setting for families and those seeking a quieter pace of life. The village is perhaps best known for the famous Embsay & Bolton Abbey Steam Railway, offering heritage steam train journeys through some of Yorkshire’s most spectacular countryside. For outdoor enthusiasts, the surrounding area provides endless opportunities for walking, cycling and exploring, with nearby beauty spots including the Yorkshire Dales National Park and the rolling countryside that surrounds the village. Despite its tranquil semi-rural feel, Embsay enjoys excellent connectivity with easy access to Skipton’s wide range of shops, restaurants and transport links, including direct rail services to Leeds and beyond. Combining village charm, stunning scenery and superb accessibility, Embsay continues to be one of the area’s most desirable locations in which to live.
Ground floor

The property opens into a breathtaking entrance hall featuring original Victorian entrance doors and stunning Yorkshire stone flooring, immediately setting the tone for the quality and character found throughout the home. This light and airy reception space provides access to the principal reception rooms, study, cloakroom and lower ground floor. The magnificent sitting room enjoys a dual aspect with original windows and an impressive bay window framing far-reaching views. A marble fireplace housing a log burning stove creates a striking focal point, complemented by original picture rails, ornate cornicing and elegant parquet flooring which continues seamlessly from the kitchen. The bespoke dining kitchen is truly exceptional, featuring a substantial central island with integrated Siemens hob and concealed extractor, twin Siemens ovens, ribbed double Belfast sink with gold fittings, boiling water tap and beautifully crafted cabinetry. French doors lead directly onto the patio, while new double glazed rear windows flood the space with natural light. Parquet flooring and intricate ceiling cornicing complete this luxurious and highly sociable room. Additional ground floor accommodation includes a versatile study or bedroom with fitted storage and heritage radiator, a spacious cloakroom ideal for coats and boots, and a superb office with fitted storage, parquet flooring and original fireplace.
Lower ground floor

Stairs lead down to an impressive contemporary shower room finished in a luxurious wet room style. Featuring elegant gold fittings, a gold heated towel rail, vanity sink unit and low suite WC, this beautifully designed space perfectly complements the home’s period charm with modern sophistication.
First floor

The staircase rises to a practical wash room with plumbing for a washer and dryer before continuing to a bright and characterful landing enhanced by a Velux roof light, original window and exposed floorboards. The principal bedroom is a stunning dual aspect suite complete with dressing room and elegant en-suite bathroom featuring underfloor heating, fitted bath, Moroccan style taps, vanity sink unit and characterful tiled flooring. A further generous double bedroom enjoys triple aspect windows to the front, side and rear elevations and benefits from its own stylish en-suite bathroom with rainfall shower over the bath and contemporary tiling. Another delightful double bedroom overlooks the front elevation and features a charming window seat, while a unique children’s bedroom offers a mezzanine sleeping area creating a playful and imaginative living space. A secondary landing provides additional storage and staircase access back down to the dining kitchen, enhancing the practicality and flow of the home.
Coach house & outbuildings

Immediately adjoining the main residence is an impressive three-storey former coach house currently arranged as useful storage areas with twin vehicular doors, boarded loft storage and original features including flagged flooring and pigeon loft space within the eaves. The building retains permitted planning permission for conversion into a holiday let, presenting a superb opportunity for additional accommodation or income potential. The grounds also include a gardener’s store with power and lighting, alongside a former piggery offering further development or storage possibilities.
Outside

Rockville is approached via a sweeping gravel driveway with turning circle and extensive parking facilities, creating a grand arrival experience. The mature gardens extend around the property with gently sloping lawns, established trees, flowering borders and rockeries providing colour and privacy throughout the seasons. To the front, flagged seating areas create ideal spaces for relaxing and enjoying the elevated outlook, while the expansive rear gardens back directly onto open fields and provide wonderful areas for entertaining, children’s play and outdoor living. A rear courtyard enclosed by the outbuildings adds further practicality and character, while planning permission for a summer house offers exciting future potential within the grounds.
Please note

The extent of the property and its boundaries are subject to verification by inspection of the title deeds. The measurements in these particulars are approximate and have been provided for guidance purposes only. The fixtures, fittings and appliances have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. The internal photographs used in these particulars are reproduced for general information and it cannot be inferred that any item is included in the sale.
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