High Lair Barn, Braithwaite Lane, Thornthwaite, Harrogate

The barn is a traditional stone field barn with a large arch doorway, timber beams and many other traditional features. It is set within a small grass garth bounded by drystone walls and with access off Braithwaite Lane through original stone gateposts.

The property is sold without the benefit of planning, however it is considered that the barn has potential to obtain consent for either conversion or change of use. All interested parties should make their own enquiries.

The land extends to approximately 0.26Ac (0.11Ha) in total as shown red on the site plan within these particulars.

The barn and land lies to the north west of the village of Padside and north of Thruscross Reservoir, just off the Greenhow Hill Road. The barn is adjacent to the highway known as Fall Lane/Braithwaite Lane and enjoys views over the adjoining farmland. The barn is not overlooked by any other buildings or properties and is nestled just below the brow of the hill, sitting at around 300m above sea level.

PLANNING MATTER

There is currently no planning permission for change of use or conversion of the barn. 

Previous application up to 2005 were refused consent for the conversion to form 1 dwelling on the grounds of impact on the character and appearance of the landscape. Since this time a new Local Plan has been adopted by Harrogate Borough Council and, following the merger into North Yorkshire Council, it is believed the new council will seek to produce its own Local Plan in the coming years which may make changes to the planning policies in the area.

Potential purchasers are advised to make their own enquires as to the potential planning and alternative use.

SERVICES
There are currently no services to the barn and potential purchasers are advised to make their own enquires as to the cost of installation.

WAYLEAVES, EASEMENTS & RIGHTS OF WAY

The property is sold subject to all Rights of Way, public and private, which may affect the property.

DIRECTIONS

From Harrogate head west on the A59 towards Skipton for approximately 7 miles. After passing the Hopper Lane Hotel turn right onto Hardisty Hill signed Greenhow & Pateley Bridge. Continue for approximately 3.5 miles passing the cemetery on the right and take the next right hand turn onto Fall Lane/ Braithwaite Lane and the property is 350m along the road on the right-hand side marked by a For Sale board.

RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS

The property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all restrictive covenants, both public and private, whether mentioned in these particulars or not. 

MINERAL RIGHTS

The mineral rights are included in the sale.

SPORTING RIGHTS

The sporting rights are included in the sale. 

TENURE AND OCCUPATION

The tenure of the property is understood to be freehold. Vacant possession will be available upon completion.

METHOD OF SALE 

The property is offered for sale by private treaty although the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by any other method.  

VIEWING

The property may be viewed at any reasonable time while in possession of these particulars. 

PLANS AND AREAS

The plans attached to these particulars are a copy of the Ordnance Survey Plan. The areas given may vary from the Rural Land Registry plans and previous Ordnance Survey Sheets, field data sheets and deed plans. All plans in these particulars are for identification purposes only and areas are approximate and subject to the verification in the title documents.

IMPORTANT NOTICE 

If you have downloaded these particulars from our website please also register your interest with our office to ensure that you are kept informed about the progress of the sale.