Strands View

Description

Welcome to Strands View, a stunning 5 star stone barn conversion offering breath-taking views of picturesque Swaledale from every room. Completely renovated and modernised, Strands View is an elegant retreat for an escape to the Yorkshire Dales National Park - this chic property has luxurious touches at every turn, including underfloor heating, the very latest technology for home audio and TV, and a private master suite comprising a walk-in wardrobe and wet room.

The large, bespoke kitchen incorporates a range cooker, full-height larder fridge and separate freezer, and a huge granite central island makes cooking and entertaining a pleasure. The open-plan kitchen also features a light-filled dining area with views over the meadows and seating for up to 8 people - ideal for enjoying a memorable meal with friends or family, and for planning tomorrow’s adventure.

Step from the dining area into the oak-floored gallery, where you can enjoy afternoon tea or simply relax with a good book. In the adjacent lounge, you will find 2 comfy sofas and a snuggle chair, solid oak furniture, and a music streaming system and Smart TV for catching up on your favourite shows. The solid fuel stove is perfect for curling up next to with a bottle of red wine, enjoying a delicious slice of fruit cake with Wensleydale cheese from the nearby Hawes Creamery.

Also on the ground floor, the snug provides fun for everyone, with a Wii games console and even a table football! A modern sofa system in the snug converts effortlessly to full-size super-king or twin beds, to increase occupancy to 8 people when desired. The snug also has easy access out onto Strands View’s fabulous patio.

For the end of the day, Strands View has three comfortable and welcoming main bedrooms, each individually designed and having uninterrupted views over the meadows by the river Swale. The luxurious master suite is the star of the show here, with a cosy super-king-size bed you’ll never want to leave, panoramic views, private dressing area and an en suite wet room with a fabulous rainfall shower. Each of Strands View’s further two spacious bedrooms can similarly be configured for a super-king or 2 single beds as required. In the family bathroom, which has a contemporary marbled finish, you’ll find a separate walk-in shower and a deep bath - perfect for a long, bubbly soak after a wonderful day walking or cycling in the Dales.

The wow-factor doesn’t end with the interiors. Enjoy balmy summer evenings spent on the private and spacious south-facing patio, watching the sun set over the valley. Take advantage of the outdoor dining and seating area to enjoy alfresco meals, gazing at the thousands of stars visible above Strands View on a clear night. Further down the garden, there is also a wonderful view from the picnic area, and from the adjacent, furnished summer house that has a selection of outdoor games for everybody to enjoy.

Set within the National Park, there’s plenty to enjoy in the local area too. The picturesque villages of Gunnerside, Muker and Reeth, and the market towns of Richmond, Hawes and Leyburn, are nearby with excellent pubs, restaurants and tea rooms to try. The area boasts a wonderful choice of walks for all abilities, and the recently opened ‘Swale Trail’ for gentle mountain biking passes close to the property. So whether you like a gentle stroll, a longer hike or a day pedalling through spectacular scenery, you’ll find everything on the doorstep at Strands View.

Strands View is simply perfect for a relaxing, luxury break with friends and family, with unforgettable views of beautiful Swaledale.

GROUND FLOOR
Entrance: Cloaks and boot storage, tiled floor with underfloor heating.
Cloakroom: Tiled floor with underfloor heating, washbasin, toilet.
Kitchen/Diner: Bespoke kitchen with a tiled floor and underfloor heating, central island and granite work surfaces throughout add to the luxury. A range of integrated appliances include full height freezer, full height fridge, gas range cooker, microwave, coffee machine, dishwasher, bread-making machine, steamer, dining table and chairs. Bluetooth/Wifi speaker.
Utility Room: Washing machine, tumble dryer, iron, ironing board.
Gallery: Comfortable chairs with views over the valley, oak flooring.
Lounge: Comfortable sofas, snuggle chair, oak coffee table, oak side tables, Solid fuel stove, Smart TV with Free Sat, USB and Bluetooth-enabled streaming sound system.
Snug: Sofa beds providing 2 single beds or a super-king (slightly shorter than a normal length), video games console, 4ft table football, study area.

FIRST FLOOR:
Two steps down to master suite. ghd hairdryer in each bedroom.
Bedroom 1 (Master): Zip and Link beds (can be super king-size or twin), walk in wardrobe with dressing table and mirror.
En-suite: Large rainfall shower, toilet, washbasin.
Bedroom 2: ‘Zip and Link’ beds (can be super king-size or twin), chest of drawers, built in wardrobe and mirror.
Bedroom 3: ‘Zip and Link’ beds (can be super king-size or twin), wardrobe, chest of drawers and mirror.
Bathroom: Bath with waterfall tap, separate shower, toilet, washbasin.

Pets: Two dogs welcome.
Garden: Enclosed landscaped gardens with flowers and shrubs, patio areas with furniture. Furnished summer house and picnic table. Please keep to lit paths after dark. Please note there are steep drops at edges of the lawned areas and car park.
Parking: All off-road: gravel driveway parking for 2 cars, gated hard-standing parking for 3 cars
Heating: Air source and oil fired central heating, underfloor heating on ground floor.
Short breaks: Accepted all year round.
Notes: To maintain the uninterrupted views from this property, there are some steep unfenced drops. Please make sure children are supervised at all times. When arriving in the dark please keep to the automatically lit paths. No smoking at this property. Connectivity: Unlimited WiFi is available free of charge. External 3G/4G mobile phone signal is variable; mobile phone calls can be made conveniently over the free WiFi.  Please note if the snug is to be used as a bedroom there are full window coverings and a black out blind on the internal door.
Pub: 0.6 miles. Shop: 6 miles.