Church Lane, Hampsthwaite, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG3

An outstanding period village house situated in the popular village of Hampsthwaite

Description

Thimbleby House is an exquisite period residence that has undergone extensive and thoughtful renovation by the current owners, now offering over 5,500 square feet of impeccably presented family accommodation across two levels.

This distinguished village property features a harmonious blend of formal and informal living spaces on the ground floor, highlighted by an impressive central reception hall with an adjoining guest W/C. This inviting hall provides access to the principal reception rooms, including a dual-aspect drawing room that overlooks the formal gardens, showcasing ornate ceiling and cornice detailing along with a charming open grate fireplace. The sitting room features a bay window and an inset living flame gas fire, creating a focal point for relaxation, while the Study, adorned with oak flooring and a gas wood-burning effect stove, leads into a cosy snug.

A notable highlight of the generously proportioned and thoughtfully designed ground floor is the expansive open-plan dining kitchen area, complete with bespoke hand-painted cabinetry, quartz work surfaces, and a large central island in a contrasting hue with a solid walnut top, complemented by a gas-fired Aga. The kitchen seamlessly transitions into an adjoining sitting and dining area, illuminated by three walls of floor-to-ceiling windows and French doors that open onto a paved terrace, providing picturesque views of the delightful gardens beyond. A spacious rear family hall facilitates daily access to the property from a separate driveway and parking area in front of the attached garaging. This area also includes a separate utility room, a walk-in larder, a useful butler's pantry, a boot room, and an additional W/C.

On the first floor, the generous principal suite boasts a spacious bedroom overlooking the gardens, accompanied by a stylish en suite bathroom, a separate W/C, and fitted wardrobes. There are five further double bedrooms, two of which feature their own en suite facilities, as well as a luxurious house bathroom.

Additional features of the property include a large cellar and a spacious, partially boarded, and insulated loft space, both serving as ideal storage solutions. Accessed through substantial electric timber gates, the property offers a generous parking and turning area in front of a detached garage. The grounds extend to approximately 0.8 acres, providing a sheltered environment enhanced by mature trees and primarily walled perimeters, featuring sweeping lawns, terraced seating areas, and a productive vegetable garden discreetly screened from the main house.

Location

The property is located in picturesque Hampsthwaite, a popular Nidderdale village North of Harrogate. This thriving village has an excellent community and is serviced by a regular bus to Harrogate, a post office, cafe, public house, primary school, doctor's surgery and church. There are also plenty of public footpaths leading from the village.

Square Footage: 5,240 sq ft