The Forge, Great Ouseburn, YO26 9RF

The Forge, Main Street, Great Ouseburn, YO26 9RF

 A substantial four-bedroom dwelling with adjoining one-bedroom annex set within extensive gardens and paddock in a highly sought after location. The property offers an exciting opportunity for a buyer to put their own stamp on a spacious detached home with an annex that has scope for potential alternative uses, subject to any necessary planning.  

The Forge stands in a prominent position in the centre of the peaceful village of Great Ouseburn, and is accessed off Main Street, opposite the village green, with private parking available directly off the road.   

The ground floor of the main house comprises of a kitchen with adjoining pantry, utility room and convenient downstairs w/c, separate dining room and large, spacious sitting room with conservatory. The sitting room benefits from an abundance of natural light and enjoys views out over the beautiful garden. Access to the garden is available through the conservatory which opens up onto a patio area, perfect for entertaining outdoors.   

A flight of stairs in the centre of the property leads up to the first floor landing, which contains three bright and spacious double bedrooms, including one with built in wardrobes, one single bedroom, and a large family bathroom.   

The connecting annex has been recently renovated and boasts characterful exposed beams throughout. Upon entry into the hallway, all rooms are well positioned to take full advantage of the garden views. The annex comprises of a large kitchen/diner with adjoining conservatory, spacious double bedroom and bathroom. 

Access into the garden can be taken through the utility room in the main house or via both conservatories. Separate access is also available further down Main Street to gain entry to the gardens at the rear of the property, with space for additional parking.   

The garden has been well-kept and maintained and provides an exquisite secluded and private area to retreat into. In addition to its lawned gardens, it boasts an array flowerbeds and shrubs along with a greenhouse and brick built potting shed offering ample storage opportunities. A further 1.4ac paddock adjoins the garden to the southwest, which is bound by post and wire fencing.  

Great Ouseburn is a small rural village nestled in glorious countryside, situated between the market town of Boroughbridge (4.6 miles northwest) and the historic city of York (13.6 miles southeast). The village itself benefits from a local primary school, village hall and pub, with the nearby towns of Boroughbridge and Knaresborough offering a range of other day to-day amenities. The property itself is within commuting distance to Harrogate, Ripon, York and Leeds.    

 TENURE AND OCCUPATION 

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

DIRECTIONS  

From Boroughbridge, head southeast along the B6265 towards Green Hammerton for approximately three miles before turning left onto Broad Gate at the sign post to Great Ouseburn. Continue for a further 1.1 miles, and the property is located opposite the village green on the corner the right hand-side, marked by a For Sale Board.  

SERVICES  

The property benefits from mains electricity, mains water supply and drainage, and oil fired central heating.  

COUNCIL TAX  

The property is within Band E.  

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.   

WAYLEAVES, EASEMENTS & RIGHTS OF WAY  

The property is sold subject to all Rights of Way, public and private, which may affect the property.  The vendors will maintain a right of access for all uses along the track marked yellow on the sale plan.  

FIXTURES & FITTINGS  

Only those items specifically stated in these particulars are included in the sale.