2 Downholme Downholme, Richmond, North , DL11 6AE

A TRADITIONAL DETACHED COTTAGE IN NEED OF REFURBISHMENT WITH LARGE GARDENS AND GARTH

• Traditional Stone Built Cottage • In Need of Refurbishment • Two Bedrooms • Large Gardens • Handy Garth Totalling 0.144 Acres • Stone Barn Together with Dutch Barn • Quiet Village Location • A Rare Opportunity • Guide Price Range: £275,000 - £325,000

SITUATION Richmond 6 miles. 6 miles. A1(M) at Catterick 11 miles. Bedale 14 miles. Leeds Bradford and Newcastle Airport are both an hour’s drive approximately.

Downholme is a small rural village with the benefit of a church and a public house which serves meals. The rural location is still very accessible for the nearby market towns of Richmond and Leyburn where there are a wide range of facilities. The location also makes commuting to the larger centres of Teesside, , York and Harrogate within reasonable distance.

DESCRIPTION 2 Downholme comprises an attractive detached stone built cottage which stands well in a secluded position. The property is in need of refurbishment throughout but offers huge potential as either a family home or holiday let.

The ground floor briefly comprises a living room, kitchen and family bathroom with two double bedrooms situated on the first floor. The attached stone building offers scope to be incorporated into the main house to allow for further accommodation. There is also considerable potential for extension to the rear (subject to obtaining planning consent).

Externally the property is complemented by generous gardens with fantastic views and a detached garage. There is also a useful garth totalling 0.144 acres with two buildings comprising a stone barn and a dutch barn. This would be ideal for a pony or grazing sheep.

GENERAL REMARKS & STIPULATIONS

VIEWING Strictly by Appointment with Robin Jessop Ltd – telephone 01969 622800 or 01677 425950

OFFERS All offers must be confirmed in writing. We will NOT report any verbal offer unless it is confirmed in writing.

MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS Please note that if you are the successful purchaser it is now a legal requirement for you to provide 2 forms of ID. This will need to be provided personally in our office where we can take copies of both this and proof of funds, which we also require to comply with Money Laundering Regulations.

VAT The property has been unoccupied for over 2 years so the purchaser will only pay a reduced rate of 5% VAT on any refurbishment costs.

DEVELOPMENT CLAWBACK The garth and barns (only) are subject to a clawback clause in favour of the DIO (formerly the MOD). In the event that the purchaser or their successors in title obtain planning permission for any development on this part of the property within the next 22 years, there will be a payment to the DIO or their successors in title of 30% of any increase in value over the existing use value.

METHOD OF SALE The property is initially being offered for sale by Private Treaty. However, we reserve the right to conclude the sale by any other means at our discretion.

TENURE Freehold with vacant possession.

COUNCIL TAX Band D.

SERVICES Mains electricity, mains water and mains drainage.

LOCAL AUTHORITY District Council Mercury House, station Road, Richmond, , DL10 4JX. Tel: 01748 829100

LOCAL PLANNING AUTORITY National Park Authority, Yoredale, Bainbridge, Leyburn, North Yorkshire, DL8 3EL. TEL: 01969 652300

Robin Jessop Ltd [email protected] Important Notice: Robin Jessop Ltd, their clients and any Joint Agents give notice that: They are not authorized to make or give any representations of warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may 01969 622800 be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. Any areas, 01677 425950 measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning permission, building regulations or other consents. Where it is stated that there is planning potential, Purchasers must satisfy www.robinjessop.co.uk themselves with the Planning Authority or otherwise. Robin Jessop Ltd has not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.