4 bed detached house for sale

Markington, Harrogate HG3

Beechwood House is an impressive four/five-bedroom village home, originally built circa 1910, that has been fully renovated to an incredibly high standard and offers over 2,300 sq ft of living space.

The property has undergone extensive refurbishment which includes adding a new double storey side and single storey rear extensions, a new roof, beautiful sash windows, ground level underfloor heating and an exceptional 25'0" x 22'0" extended living kitchen, finished with porcelain tiled flooring and bi-folding doors opening onto the generous enclosed rear garden. There is also a side driveway providing parking for two vehicles, with potential for a garage or carport, subject to the necessary consents. The property occupies a peaceful position in the sought-after village of Markington, between Ripon and Harrogate.

The welcoming entrance hall leads to a front-facing living room with wood burning stove and a separate large office/playroom or fifth bedroom. To the rear, a utility room, boot room with garden access and ground floor WC lead through to the outstanding open-plan kitchen and dining/living area. The newly fitted kitchen features a Belfast sink, breakfast bar and extensive storage, including integrated dishwasher and both full-height fridge and freezer. The adjoining living area benefits from a large skylight and bi-folding doors.

Upstairs, the principal bedroom features dual aspect windows, a skylight and a modern en-suite shower room. Three further double bedrooms, two with original fireplaces, are served by a contemporary family bathroom with an oval free-standing bath and separate walk-in shower. Outside, the enclosed family garden features a generous lawn and flagged patios, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. A large, secure storage room adjoining the front of the house provides additional practical space.

Location

Markington is a charming and well-served village surrounded by beautiful open countryside and ideally placed between Harrogate and Ripon. The village has a strong sense of community and offers an excellent range of day-to-day amenities including a public house, a village store with post office, a church, recreational facilities and a well-regarded primary school.
Both Ripon, around five miles away, and Harrogate, around eight miles away, provide a far broader selection of amenities. Ripon offers a historic city centre with a wide range of shops, eateries and services, whilst Harrogate is well known for its excellent shopping, restaurants, schools and leisure facilities, together with a strong choice of both state and private schooling. For those needing to commute, Leeds, Bradford and York are all readily accessible, the A1(M) lies within convenient reach, and Harrogate railway station provides direct trains to London, regular services to both Leeds and York, with onward connections to London King’s Cross and Edinburgh. Leeds Bradford Airport is also within easy driving distance for wider travel.

Garden

Excellent enclosed rear garden.

Parking - Driveway