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“For Sales In The Dales” 01969 622936 The Old Silk Mill, Countersett

Grade II Listed Converted Silk Contemporary With Character Basement Drying Room or Mill In Idyllic Private Location Features Study & Store Glorious Views Over Lake 2 Double Bedrooms Oil Central Heating Luxury Bathroom 0.6 Acre Grounds With Recently Converted To A High Woodland, Stream, Patio Modern Galley Style Kitchen Standard Open Plan Living Room With Ample Parking Fireplace

Offers Around £350,000

RESIDENTIAL SALES • LETTINGS • COMMERCIAL • PROPERTY CONSULTANCY Valuations, Surveys, Mortgage Advice, Planning, Property & Antique Auctions, Removals, Inheritance Planning, Overseas Property, Commercial & Business Transfers, Acquisitions J. R. Hopper & Co. is a trading name for J. R. Hopper & Co. (Property Services) Ltd. Registered: No. 3438347. Registered Office: Hall House, Woodhall, DL8 3LB. Directors: L. B. Carlisle, A. D. Lambert The Old Silk Mill, Countersett

DESCRIPTION

The Old Silk Mill is a superb Grade II Listed property in an idyllic location overlooking Lake Semerwater in Raydaleside, a stunning valley off . Little is known of its history other than it was a Water Mill with an internal water wheel driving the manufacturing machinery located on the ground floor, with accommodation on the upper floor. Silk weaving was popular for Dales farmers in the late 18th century, where wives and daughters could supplement the household income by weaving. The Old Silk Mill was also reputed to be home to Humphrey Hopper, who was famous for spreading the myth of Semerwater, whilst rowing his customers across to the far side of the valley.

This charming house is less than a mile from the hamlet of Countersett and just 3 miles from the popular market town of Hawes, with a good range of shops, pubs and restaurants as well as a primary school, church and garage. The area is renowned for its walks, beautiful scenery and plentiful wildlife inhabiting the valley.

The Old Silk Mill dates back to the 18th century and has recently been completely renovated to exceptionally high standard, combining the original unique character features with high quality fittings and a contemporary style. There is oil fired central heating on all three floors, Grade II conservation windows throughout and professional interior design.

On the ground floor, the open plan living space has under floor heating system with polished limestone flooring, beautiful original beams and an open fire. The modern kitchen is galley style with solid wood cream shaker units, incorporating modern appliances, open to the staircase with a long casement window and door to the garden.

Upstairs are two beautifully appointed double bedrooms, both with the original exposed roof timbers and trusses, lovely views and a luxury bath and shower room.

On the lower ground floor, the original wheel pit has been fully tanked and fitted out with under-floor heating and limestone flooring, making the perfect drying room or study. The room also has a lockable store cupboard built into the bedrock.

Outside, the property is approached down a long private drive, gated from the lane, leading to ample parking. The grounds extend to approximately 0.6 acres with lovely open woodland, a series of waterfalls, and a stream.

The Old Silk Mill offers a rare opportunity to own a unique home in a private, rural location with stunning panoramic views. Perfect for full time or holiday living.

The property is currently running as a very successful holiday let, contents may be available by separate negotiation.

The Old Silk Mill, Countersett

GROUND FLOOR

LIVING ROOM 20' 8" x 13' 11" (6.3m x 4.24m) Large light open room. Polished limestone flooring. Underfloor heating. Beautiful ceiling beams. Down lighters. Feature stone fireplace with open fire. TV & telephone point. Built in cupboards and shelves. 3 windows on 2 aspects with views to the East over Lake Semerwater and over meadows to the hills.

KITCHEN 13' 2" x 6' 1" (4.01m x 1.85m) Polished limestone floor. Ceiling down lighters. Good range of solid wood Shaker cream painted wooden wall & base units with solid oak tops. Built in oven, hob & extractor fan. Plumbing for washing machine. Stairs to back door. Stairs to lower ground floor. Window to side. Long casement window to front.

LOWER GROUND FLOOR

DRYING ROOM/ STUDY Polished limestone floor. Under floor heating. Down lighters. Perfect drying room or study. Doors to large cupboard built into the rock.

FIRST FLOOR

LANDING Large light landing area. Fitted carpet. Full height ceiling with exposed beams & trusses. Radiator. Window to South with beautiful views.

BEDROOM 1 14' 2" x 10' 2" (4.32m x 3.1m) Beautiful front double bedroom. Fitted carpet. Full height ceiling with exposed beams & trusses. Ceiling down lighters. 2 radiators. 2 windows to South with glorious views. High window to side.

BEDROOM 2 14' 2" x 10' 3" (4.32m x 3.12m) Attractive rear double bedroom. Fitted carpet. Full height ceiling with exposed beams & trusses. Ceiling down lighters. 2 radiators. 2 windows to North with pleasant views to the woodland. High window to side.

BATHROOM Luxury modern bathroom. Karndean floor tiles and half tiled walls. Full height ceiling with beams. Ceiling downlighters. Free standing roll top bath. Large shower cubicle with jet shower. WC. Wash basin. Radiator with heated towel rail. Door to storage area and oil fired central heating boiler. Window to North looking out over the stream and woodland.

OUTSIDE

PARKING The property is approached via a private drive with gates on the lane side, leading down to ample parking outside the house.

GROUNDS The grounds extend to around 0.6 acres of woodland, a series of waterfalls & stream. A peaceful place to enjoy the tranquillity of this hidden gem.

The Old Silk Mill, Countersett

GENERAL

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Viewing By appointment through the selling agents.

Local Authority District Council

Council Tax Council tax band should be confirmed by the Purchaser prior to purchasing the property

Tenure Freehold

AGENT NOTES

J. R. HOPPER & Co. has not tested services, fixtures, fittings, central heating, gas and electrical systems. If in doubt, purchasers should seek professional advice.

OFFER PROCEDURE

J. R. Hopper & Co, as Agents in the sale of the property will formally check the identification of prospective Purchasers. In addition the Purchaser will be required to provide information regarding the source of funding as part of our Offer handling procedure

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J. R. HOPPER & Co.

J.R.HOPPER & Co. is a trading name for J. R. HOPPER & Co. (Property Services) Limited, which is registered in England No 3438347. The registered office for the company is Hall House, Woodhall, Askrigg, Leyburn, , DL8 3LB. Directors are L. B. Carlisle and A. D. Lambert.

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE

Property: The Old Silk Mill, Countersett, Askrigg, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 3DE

Energy Efficiency Rating Current 66 Environmental Impact Rating Current 61

The Old Silk Mill, Countersett

The Old Silk Mill, Countersett

The Old Silk Mill, Countersett

The Old Silk Mill, Countersett