**Please note, due to the incredible amounts of high interest we have received on this property, viewings are currently suspended**
Offering an incredibly attractive detached residence of much style and character skilfully created in 2011 from the conversion and development of a 19th Century Byre. This fabulous, sustainable and economical Cottage is located within a delightful, historic conservation area of Skelton in Cleveland and conveniently placed for local shops, schools, major conurbations, local inns and the North Yorkshire Moors National Park. It is also just 200 meters away from the renowned Cleveland Way route and close to the coastlines of Saltburn and Whitby.
The open plan nature of the kitchen and living room provides for efficient, airy and modern living with a beautiful hand made solid Oak kitchen crafted by local carpenters from Castleton and finished with black granite worktops. There is engineered wide plank Oak flooring throughout the living space and the separate utility room is large enough to accommodate the gas boiler and drying/washing facilities, without impairing on the quality of the living space. Also offering two well sized bedrooms and fabulous Marble stone tiled bathroom/wc all look on to pleasant aspects of the garden.
When built in 2011, it was not only intended that the Byre should incur a very low carbon footprint during its development, but also be environmentally friendly and economical to run.
A cast iron wood burning 'Dunsley Yorkshire' stove (Defra approved for burning wood in smoke controlled areas) is installed and linked to the very latest thermal store to provide all hot water and heating needs to the household, the latter via thermostatically controlled under floor heating. The heating system is both carbon neutral and extremely economical. The use of a thermal store, provides mains pressure hot water throughout the house - no need for shower pumps and
Thermostatically controlled under floor heating through the property provides a consistent and controlled heat, without the inconvenience of space using radiators. Solar panels were also installed in 2013 and provide a feedback tariff and almost off-grid usage throughout the year. There is also a recently installed gas back up boiler installed in 2023.
The property has been highly insulated yet again reducing heating costs throughout the winter months.
Of all the building materials used in this development, over 50% were reclaimed locally. Indeed, the walling stone used was from the RVI hospital in Newcastle and a quality which cannot be bettered and was all re-dressed by locally based stone masons. The majority of roof was re-roofed using quality reclaimed clay pan tiles and either stone or clay ridge tiles from the Buck Inn in Guisborough and reclaimed granite kerb stones and York stone paving were used in the creation of a driveway and edgings.
The terrace boundary fences and entrance gates have been modelled in the style of the local Victorian estate fencing, so often seen in this part of Old Cleveland. Great care has also been taken to protect the original and surprisingly large gardens of which, the orchard which we believe dates back to the 1880's with prolific fruiting trees and there is off street parking for three cars.
ACCOMMODATION
Entrance
Composite entrance door leading directly into:-
Open plan Dining Kitchen 3.96m (13') x 4.57m (15')
A super farmhouse style dining kitchen, very much the 'heart of the home', being very much a 'living' kitchen. Range of quality hand made oak wall and floor units having solid granite working surfaces incorporating a sunken sink, integral dishwasher and refrigerator, lovely solid oak flooring, part stone tiling above the working surfaces, two contemporary style tracks of spot lights offering excellent illumination with two attractive period style sash windows and door to:-
Utility & Boot Room
With floor cupboard having working surfaces incorporating an inset sink, space and plumbing for an automatic washing machine, space for a tumble dryer and ample room for a freezer, wall mounted gas boiler and feature period style sash window to the side aspect.
Cloakroom/wc
With low flush wc, wash hand basin and period style sash window to front aspect.
Open plan Living Room 4.09m (13'5) x 3.96m (13')
A most attractive and dramatic room, having a full height vaulted ceiling with exposed beams and two velux windows which combine with a recent addition of large panoramic full with patio doors with side window panels making the room light and airy and opening out onto the beautiful stone terrace and gardens. A Tasteful stone fireplace having a slate hearth and incorporating a 'Dunsley Heat Yorkshire' multi fuel stove heating serves both the central heating and domestic hot water supply with lovely solid Oak flooring, a feature high level barn cupboard within the vaulted ceiling and the living room opens through into the kitchen having a lovely oak beam over being flanked by two attractive exposed brick side plinths.
L-shaped Inner Hallway
An excellent feature, separating the bedroom accommodation from the main reception accommodation with loft access via a double width hatch, retractable ladder to the insulated loft space offering plenty of storage space in the loft and sash window to the rear aspect.
Bedroom 1 3.91m (12'10) x 3.98m (13'1)
A room of excellent proportions, being well lit by two period style sash windows enjoying a very pleasant aspect across the garden. Recessed spot lights to the ceiling.
Bedroom 2 2.89m (9'6) x 3.86m (12'8)
Another room of excellent proportions, being well lit by two period style sash windows enjoying a very pleasant aspect across the garden. Recessed spot lights to the ceiling.
Bathroom/wc
Fully tiled with quality Egyptian marble and having a white suite comprising panel bath, walk in shower cubicle with overhead shower and glazed screens, pedestal hand basin and low flush wc, built-in airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder, extractor fan and recessed spot lights to the ceiling.
EXTERNALLY
Driveway Parking
To the front of the Byre there is a block paved parking bays for three cars.
Gardens
From the parking bay, traditional wrought iron estate fencing and a gate leads to a flight of steps which leads down to a flagged area serving the principal entrance door with an abundance of mature shrubs and planting and pathway wrapping round to the extensive stone terrace area - ideal for entertaining family and friends and represents a real sun trap, being bounded by traditional wrought iron estate fencing.
There is a gateway access which leads out into the delightful and very well established garden which forms a haven of peace and tranquillity. It is deceptively larger in size than its initial first glance and is bounded by wall, fence and hedge enclosures and laid out with meandering lawn and a wide and interesting variety of established ornamental trees and shrubs together with an ornamental pond. A gravelled path runs round the remainder of the byre and connects through back onto the parking bay.
EXTRAS: All fitted carpets as described are to be included in the sale.
VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS: Strictly by Appointment with the Sole Agent.
TENURE: Freehold
SERVICES: Mains water, gas and electricity are connected. None of these services have been tested by the Agent.
LOCAL AUTHORITY: Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council.
COUNCIL TAX ASSESSMENT: We are advised that the property is a Band D
EPC: Please ask at our branch for a copy.
AGENTS NOTES: The photographs and information regarding this property is the copyright of Leapfrog Lettings & Sales. All measurements are approximate and have been taken using a laser tape measure therefore, may be subject to a small margin of error.
DATA PROTECTION AND PRIVACY POLICY Names, address, telephone number and email address will be taken for mailing list registration, viewing appointments or when making an offer to purchase and will not be used or passed on for any other marketing purposes.
HOW TO SPEED UP YOUR PROPERTY SALE ...
Here at Leapfrog, we always strive to provide the very best service and information for all our clients, whether selling, renting or buying.
We work hard to keep one step ahead of the competition and our goal for home sellers and buyers alike, is to reduce the time it takes for a sale to proceed to a speedy completion. We provide our sellers and potential buyers with important property information from the onset, resulting in fewer sales falling through.
WHAT IS A 'BUYER'S MARKETING PACK?'
The Government and National Trading Standards require that more material information needs to be provided to potential buyers upfront.
Getting our 'Buyer Information Pack' ready right at the start of marketing, means we have the ability to share this with any potential purchasers as early as at the initial viewing stage. We can then provide this to a surveyor, respective solicitors involved in the sale and potentially reduce any delays with a sale.
What does a 'Buyer Information Pack' contain?
Our Buyer Information Pack is packed with information on the property that will help secure a serious and committed buyer. Here's what it contains:
Marketing Information
Property Brochure (including photos, property description, square footage, £ per sq foot, whole plot size, local authority, council tax band and cost, tenure, estate fees, if lease the length, ground rent, maintenance fees and what's included) - supplied by Leapfrog
Floor plan - supplied by Leapfrog
Location map - supplied by Leapfrog
Material Information Sheet (all estate agents have a legal duty to have this available before a viewing is booked) - Council Tax, Tenure, Physical characteristics of the property, Property type, Material type/materials used in construction, Number and types of rooms, Utilities, Electricity supply, Water supply, Sewerage, Heating, Broadband, Mobile signal/coverage, Parking, Building safety, Restrictions, Rights and easem*nts, Flood risk, Coastal erosion risk, Planning Permission or proposal for development, Property accessibility/adaptations, Coalfield or mining.
EPC - Energy Performance Information
Our general PIQ (Property Information Questionnaire) FAQ sheet about the property including things like rental value, rental yield, year built, distance to shops and park, meters, services, boiler, loft etc -
A report on local sold prices, Title plan, Local mobile & broadband speeds, Planning history, Plot size & floor area, Pounds per square foot, Flood risk, Conservation areas, Local school reports, Leasehold info, Council tax, Energy Performance Certificate, Transport links and Transaction history.
