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A unique and historical detached character property situated within the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park whilst forming part of the designated Kettlewell conservation area. Constructed using traditional Yorkshire stone, Brightwaters had originally served as a working barn for centuries, being part of the village's rich heritage.

Requiring comprehensive modernisation throughout, this is an exceptionally rare and exciting opportunity to update a classic dales barn conversion entirely in accordance with your own personal taste and a tour of Brightwaters is essential to appreciate the overwhelming appeal that this residence has to offer. Possessing an ambulance of charm and character, the very compact and easy to manage accommodation is currently arranged on the ground floor with a kitchen, store room that could potentially provide access to the lower ground floor, bedsit, and a shower room. Outside provides the advantage of a concreted driveway offering private off-road car parking. Overgrown descending gardens with mature trees, evergreens, and shrubs. Stone flagged patio areas providing idyllic sitting out areas. Picturesque aspects and views over the beck running past the property.

The property is situated close to the Dalesway and is subject to a:

SECTION 106 LOCAL OCCUPANCY AGREEMENT - in accordance with the current Yorkshire Dales National Park Local Plan. We have been informed potential buyers are required to live, work or have children at school within the administrative area of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Cases where potential buyers previously lived within this area and have a proven need to return to the area may also be considered subject to conditions. Potential buyers are encouraged to discuss their individual circumstances with Harrison Boothman in the first instance for full clarification and reassurance. Detailed information relating to the occupancy criteria is provided in these particulars further below.

Kettlewell is a small rural community nestled in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park only six miles north of Grassington and also alongside the beautiful River Wharfe. Being situated in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, the village has remained mostly unchanged for many years and offers the atmospheric Dales village feeling of stepping back into a charming bygone era. The village benefits from a range of amenities including a choice of popular pubs/cafes whilst the surrounding fells and scenery offer a stunning landscape for walking, cycling and other outdoor pursuits, also being listed as a SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest) for their interesting geological features. The nearby Dales capital of Grassington offers a superb calendar of annual events and festivals together with a wide variety of everyday shops and other amenities. The town of Skipton is only circa fifteen miles away to the south.

With a wealth of potential, this characterful stone built detached barn comprises in further detail:

GROUND FLOOR

KITCHEN
9'6" x 8'2" Traditional pine entrance door. Fitted base cupboard units and complementary oak block worktop surface. Two and a half bowl stainless steel sink with mixer tap over. Plumbing and power for an automatic washing machine. Two hardwood double glazed windows. Attractive exposed ceiling beams. Fluorescent light trip.

PANTRY/STORE ROOM
Housing the property consumer unit. Exposed stonework.

BED/SITTING ROOM
10' x 8'4" Hardwood double glazed window enjoying very pleasant views. Exposed stonework and ceiling beams. Telephone point. Wall lights.

SHOWER ROOM
Including a three piece white suite comprising of a low suite WC, a hand wash basin having vanity cupboards underneath, and a shower enclosure with Triton electric shower. Ceramic wall tiles. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Hardwood double glazed window incorporating privacy glass.

LOWER GROUND FLOOR

SUBSTANTIAL STORE ROOM
13'1" x 11'5" Currently only accessible externally. Open doorway. Enticing potential to convert into further living accommodation (consultation with planning authorities recommended). With a ceiling height of approximately 7'6".

OUTSIDE
Generous concreted driveway providing private off-road car parking. Descending gardens with mature trees, overgrown evergreens, and shrubs. Stone flagged patio areas offering enviable sitting out space with pleasant aspects and views over the beck running adjacent to the property.

SERVICES Mains electricity and water are installed. There is no mains gas available in Kettlewell. Please note there is currently no heating supply in Brightwaters. The vendor has made us aware that the property has never flooded.

*LOCAL OCCUPANCY RESTRICTION
The property is subject to a Section 106 Local Occupancy Restriction. The property must be used as the occupants principal or main residence and cannot be used as a holiday home, second home or short term let holiday accommodation. The dwelling shall not be occupied unless The Authority has given prior written approval that the proposed occupier is a QUALIFYING PERSON and satisfies the following requirements from the Section 106 Second Schedule:

1. The dwelling must be the main or principle residence of the proposed occupier; and

2. The proposed occupier has established a need to live in the dwelling by being either

2.1 Existing residents of the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK establishing a separate household, purchasing a property for the first time, downsizing to a more manageable home or requiring more space for a growing family; or

2.2 A head of household who is or who's partner is in or is taking up full time permanent employment or self employment within the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK OR THE ADMINISTRATIVE AREA or within a split parish. Where a person is employed in a business that operates in multiple locations, their employment activities take place predominantly inside the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL; or

2.3 A household that has a child at a school within the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK; or

2.4 Householders currently living permanently in a dwelling which is either shared but not self contained, overcrowded, or is otherwise unsatisfactory by Environmental Heath standards and which is within the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK OR THE ADMINISTRATIVE AREA OF CRAVEN or within a Split Parish; or

2.5 Elderly or disabled persons requiring sheltered or otherwise more suitable accommodation who already live permanently within the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK or within a Split Parish; or

2.6 Persons having to leave tied accommodation within the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK or within a Split Parish; or

2.7 Former residents of the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK or within a split parish whos case is accepted in writing by the Authority as having a need to return to the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK OR THE ADMINISTRATIVE AREA OF CRAVEN.

3. The categories of persons set out in paragraphs 2.1, 2.4, 2.5 and 2.6 above will apply only to persons who have resided permanently in the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK (or split parish) for the proceeding three years.

4. The categories of persons set out in paragraph 2.7 above will apply to residents who have resided in the YORKSHIRE DALES NATIONAL PARK (or split parish) for a minimum of ten years.

Potential buyers requiring mortgage finance are strongly advised to discuss the Local Occupancy Restriction with their chosen lender/broker prior to booking an accompanied tour of this property.

Please note we have not been able to test the equipment or installations in this property and recommend that prospective purchasers arrange for a qualified person to check any appliances before entering into any commitment.

VIEWING Strictly by arrangement with HARRISON BOOTHMAN. All potential viewers are advised to read a copy of our PRIVACY POLICY which can be found on our website. Alternatively a written copy is available on request.

Tel: Skipton 799993

Any floor plans are provided for informational and illustrative purposes only. Although we endeavour to provide truthful representation, we do not in any way warrant the accuracy of the floor plan information and the floor plan layout and measurements may contain errors and omissions. We are not liable for and do not accept any liability relating to any loss or damage suffered as a direct or indirect result of use of any information on the floor plan. The extent of the property and its boundaries are subject to verification by inspection of the title deeds.

These particulars were prepared from observation together with information supplied by the Vendor. We have not carried out a detailed professional survey.

Ref: MGLEDHILL3723

If you are thinking of selling your property HARRISON BOOTHMAN will be pleased to provide a FREE VALUATION for sale purposes.


These particulars do not constitute an offer or contract of sale.
Any prospective purchaser should satisfy themselves by inspection of the property.