Raines Meadows, Grassington, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23

An imposing and extended four bedroom detached family home providing beautifully proportioned accommodation set in the picturesque village of Grassington. The property stands on a large secluded plot with stunning long distance views and benefits from ample private parking, garaging, excellent landscaped gardens and flexible living accommodation including the addition of a self-contained annexe.
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Raines Cottage is a uniquely designed family home, set in a quiet cul-de-sac location within the heart of the highly sought after village of Grassington. Within easy walking distance of the centre of Grassington, yet tucked away, Raines Cottage is surrounded by outstanding gardens which provide a pleasant degree of privacy.

This stone built detached home offers flexible living accommodation planned across two floors, with access leading through into the entrance porch with useful ground floor cloakroom comprising of a w.c., pedestal hand wash basin, tiled walls and radiator. The superbly presented shaker style kitchen is located to the front of the property and fitted with an array of base, wall and drawer units with worktops over, double Belfast sink, Rangemaster electric oven with induction hob and extractor fan above, Velux window, door leading to the front elevation and the inclusion of the kitchen island allowing for suitable dining. Off the kitchen is the separate utility room, which again offers a selection of base, wall and drawer units with wooden worktops over, Belfast sink and drainer and plumbing and space for the washing machine and dryer. The property also benefits from a large dining room with attractive features including a picture rail and two Velux windows allowing for an abundance of natural lighting. From the dining room there is an archway with double doors leading through into the living room, which is well proportioned with the lovely feature of a woodburning stove, large bay window along with a ceiling rose and coving and access to the gardens via the recently installed bi-folding doors. The sun room is also accessed from the dining room via double doors which provides stunning views to the side elevation and sliding door access out to the gardens. The snug allows for further seating, again of a good size and being able to look out on to the beautifully maintained gardens. The present vendors have modified the previous layout, to allow for a self-contained annexe, which can be accessed off the dining room or to the side elevation. This separate space includes one large double bedroom with handy understairs cupboard and access into the extended area of the open plan living/dining kitchen which comprises of base, wall and drawer units with worktop surfaces over, stainless steel sink and drainer and bi-folding doors. Off this room is the shower room with three piece suite, comprising of a walk in shower cubicle with sliding glass screen, pedestal hand wash basin, low flush w.c., extractor fan and chrome heated towel rail.

To the first floor, there are three spacious double bedrooms. The master bedroom, is part of the extension carried out by the present vendors, with Velux window, long distance views and access through into the en-suite facilities with three piece suite comprising of a walk in shower cubicle with sliding glass screen, pedestal hand wash basin, low flush w.c., extractor fan and chrome heated towel rail. The further two bedrooms, both offer fitted wardrobes and stunning views over the surrounding upper Wharfedale countryside. The stylish and recently upgraded house bathroom is fitted with a four piece suite, comprising of a large shower cubicle with sliding glass screen, corner bath, w.c., hand wash basin, vanity unit, radiator and Velux window.

Raines Cottage stands on a very good sized plot (0.56 acres), which is larger than normal for central Grassington, with access via a private driveway from a quiet cul-de-sac. There is ample off street parking as well as a detached double garage with power, lighting and manual door. A large garden room is also included in this sale, with exotic plants with potting room and additional storage room. In addition there are large and well stocked gardens to four sides, with the house sitting in the middle of its half an acre plot, having manicured lawn areas, a stone paved patio to the rear with stunning views. The gardens have been meticulously maintained by the present owner, and are stocked with mature plants, shrubs and trees.

Local Authority & Council Tax Band
• North Yorkshire Council,
• Council Tax Band G

Tenure, Services & Parking
• Freehold
• Mains electricity, water, drainage and gas are installed. Gas fired central heating
• Off street parking is available on site
• Please note that this property is located within the Yorkshire Dales National Park

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Grassington is arguably one of the most sought after villages of the Yorkshire Dales. The stunning countryside of Wharfedale and the interesting walks and facilities of the village make this a veritable melting pot for hikers and travellers to the Dales. Grassington is one of the larger communities within the National Park and has an excellent variety of shops, restaurants, public houses, a modern health centre, primary and secondary schooling. The thriving market town of Skipton is approximately nine miles distant with high quality schooling for all ages and a vast range of retail and recreational facilities. From Skipton a regular train service runs to Leeds, Bradford and London.

Enter Grassington from Threshfield and proceed past the health centre and turn left immediately before the Main Street on to Wood Lane. Proceed past the police station and turn left on to Wharfe Lane. Continue down to the bottom and then turn left on to Raines Meadows and continue along and Raines Cottage will be seen on the right identified by our Dacre, Son and Hartley 'For Sale' board.