- Traditional Dales Long House +
- Three Bedrooms +
- Rural Location +
- Low maintenance gardens +
- Allocated parking area +
- Far reaching countryside views +
An attractive, stone-built dales property, situated in an elevated position with far reaching views of surrounding countryside.
Situation And Amenities - Reeth 4 miles, Barnard Castle 10 miles, Richmond 15 miles, Darlington 29 miles, Newcastle 65 miles, (please note all distances are approximate).
Arkengarthdale is situated in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park, an area which is well known for its beautiful and dramatic scenery, rich in wildlife and offering a wealth of recreational and sporting activities. Within close proximity is the CB Inn (pub, restaurant and hotel), nearby Langthwaite is home to The Red Lion Inn and St.Mary’s Church. The nearby market town of Reeth in Swaledale is situated approximately 4 miles from the property and has a village shop, post office, bakery, GP surgery, several public houses, restaurants, cafes and speciality shops.
A wider variety of amenities are available at Barnard Castle and Richmond, including supermarkets, national and independent shops, as well as primary and secondary education facilities, including Barnard Castle School.
Accommodation - The front door leads into an entrance porch which opens into the large dining room with an inglenook fireplace housing a log burning stove and an opening to the kitchen.
The kitchen has wood effect units and granite effect work surfaces, with integrated appliances including a fridge, dishwasher, sink and Rangemaster cooker with extractor hood above.
There is a door from the dining room into the sitting room with an open fire and also an inner-hallway which provides access to the stairs, a useful storage cupboard and the utility with fitted units and also leads into the boot room.
The main landing provides access to the three bedrooms, two of which are generous doubles, including a principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes and storage. The spacious family bathroom, has a panelled bath with shower above, W/C, basin and storage cupboard.
Externally - Externally the property is approached by a shared drive leading into the farmyard which is not included in the sale. There is an allocated parking area highlighted on the plan in blue, allowing parking for up to three vehicles. The property is accessed through a wrought iron gate with low stone-walled boundaries and provides access to the low maintenance garden which is laid to lawn, together with a patio seating area and a pathway up to the front door.
There is a two-storey barn which is attached to the main house and included within the sale with a stable door providing access into the ground floor area of the barn which houses the oil tank. An external stone staircase to the side of the barn provides access to the first floor room above.
The barn would benefit from modernisation and renovation works and holds potential to be incorporated into the main living accommodation (subject to consents).
Viewings - Strictly by appointment with GSC Grays. Telephone: .
Services & Other Information - The property comprises oil-fired central heating, connections to mains electricity and the property is on a private water supply and septic tank drainage (The property has had a new oil boiler installed in 2024).
There is a water filter system installed at the property.
Rights Of Way - We understand that the property will be sold with a right of way through the farm yard to access the parking area and to the main residence. The land to the side and rear of the property is not included in the sale, however we understand there will be a right of access for maintenance and to access the door into the boot room and the staircase to the first floor of the barn.
Tenure - The property is believed to held Freehold with vacant possession on completion.
Local Authority - North Yorkshire Council. The property has a Council Tax Band rating of D.
Particulars & Photographs - Particulars prepared and photographs taken in January 2025.
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