It might not be quite as big or as grand as Downton Abbey, but sweep in the electrically-operated gates and up the gravel drive to the porticoed entrance of Woodside – which sits in grounds extending to around 1.6 acres and enjoys a magnificent rural setting – and you can't help but feel special.
A stunningly presented detached family home, Woodside offers well-proportioned period accommodation with a contemporary luxury feel that makes it perfect for modern family life. If that family extends to elderly relatives or teenagers who want a bit of independence, so much the better as there's room for them too in a detached cottage.
Step inside Woodside and you'll find yourself in the spacious central galleried reception hall with under stairs cloakroom.
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Off of this are formal sitting room with feature open fireplace and double doors which open into a large Amdega conservatory which is currently used as a home bar and entertaining space. This, in turn, leads to the gardens via an outdoor dining area.
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At the heart of the ground floor – and the home itself – is the large open-plan family living kitchen with contemporary units incorporating integrated appliances plus a central island with seating for informal family meals, a formal dining area and a separate family living area with a log-burning stove and tri-fold doors which lead out to a large terrace. A playroom/home office, utility room and cloakroom complete the ground floor accommodation.
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Upstairs off the spacious galleried landing is a luxury family bathroom with a walk-in shower; the master bedroom suite with views over the rear formal gardens, a dressing room and separate luxury bathroom including a roll top bath and wet room shower; a guest bedroom with en-suite shower room, and two further double bedrooms.
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To the front of Woodside are beautifully manicured lawned areas and a detached double garage with electric lighting and power. At the rear, two separate flagged terraces provide ideal entertaining seating and dining areas. A formal lawned garden with gravel path leads to a wider lawned garden with children’s play area and a variety of specimen trees plus a wildflower meadow which creates a secluded and private space.
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The property also has a beautifully presented two-bedroomed detached cottage ideal for dependant relatives, guests or even to generate additional income through use as a rental property – either as a holiday let or longer term.
This stylish property is located away from the house and close to the gardens, creating a high level of privacy and independence.
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Briefly, its accommodation comprises a reception hall; cloakroom; utility room with space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer; a 21-foot living dining kitchen with a log-burning stove and integrated appliances, and an inner hall leading to two double bedrooms each with luxury en-suite facilities.
Outside is a planted private sun terrace area with stunning aspects onto the lawned garden, with discrete storage to the side of the property and separate parking for several vehicles.
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Woodside is situated in Melmerby, a village well located for Ripon and Thirsk, and with good road links for those who commute further afield. It is on the market at £1.35m.
For more information or to arrange a viewing, please contact Hopkinsons Estate Agents' Harrogate office on 01423 501201.
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