4 bedroom detached house for sale

An exceptional former Victorian haybarn, thoughtfully converted and extended to create a substantial family home with a detached cottage, stabling and land, set in a beautiful rural setting. Description Stillington Grange Farm is a beautifully reimagined former Victorian haybarn, thoughtfully extended and complemented by a charming detached cottage, stabling and land, all set within a meticulously maintained rural environment. At the heart of the main residence lies the exceptional kitchen/dining space, created within an Arboreta oak-framed extension, forming a striking and highly sociable living area ideal for both entertaining and day-to-day family life. The bespoke kitchen is finished with high-quality cabinetry and a substantial central island, and is fitted with an excellent range of integrated appliances including twin fridge freezers, double oven, warming drawer, induction hob, dishwasher and wine cooler. An electric Aga and underfloor heating further enhance the sense of comfort and quality. From a generous entrance hall, the principal sitting room offers a calm and inviting reception space, centred around a wood-burning stove and providing a more formal retreat. A separate family room provides additional relaxed living space and links seamlessly to a ground floor bedroom suite, complete with adjacent shower room, dressing room and utility. This wing of the house offers clear potential for independent use, ideally suited to guest accommodation or multi-generational living. To the first floor, the principal suite enjoys a dual aspect outlook and benefits from a spacious Strachan walk-in dressing room and a luxurious en suite bathroom. There are two further bedrooms served by a shower room, along with a dedicated home office. All bathrooms are appointed with Villeroy & Boch sanitaryware, with the principal house bathroom also benefiting from underfloor heating. Swallow Cottage is a delightful single-storey, self-contained residence constructed in brick and pantile. Beautifully refurbished to a high standard, it offers characterful and flexible accommodation with French doors opening from the kitchen/dining space. Exposed beams and quality cabinetry add warmth and charm throughout, while the sitting room features exposed brickwork and timber flooring. Two double bedrooms each benefit from en suite facilities, with additional access to the courtyard garden. Externally, a timber stable block comprising three loose boxes and a tack room sits within a level paddock, complete with post and rail fencing and natural shelter. The landscaped gardens are mainly laid to lawn with a paved terrace, and a sweeping driveway leads to ample parking for up to six cars. The property as a whole is presented in immaculate order throughout and offers a turnkey rural lifestyle opportunity. Location Stillington is a sought-after, traditional and pretty village lying at the foot of the Howardian Hills. There is a good range of services including a primary school, shop/post office, sports facilities, church, doctor’s surgery and public houses, with regular bus services to York and Easingwold. The market town of Easingwold offers good local amenities including, a weekly market and a secondary school. Stillington is well connected, with the A19 only 4.9 miles to the west and York is 11 miles to the south with rail services to major cities such as Leeds, Manchester, London Kings Cross (under 2 hours) and Edinburgh. There are several private schools in the region including St Peter's, Ampleforth College and Cundall Manor. Please note all distances and travel times are approximate. Square Footage: 4,166 sq ft Acreage: 1.43 Acres