Hob Garth is an intriguing, detached stone property which provides a stylish
range of well-appointed accommodation combining a wonderful blend of
traditional and contemporary styles. In all set in over 2 acres together with
substantial stone barn, set up as a useful workshop and with potential to be
converted into a garage. Situated facing straight down the dale, the property
has a simply superb far-reaching outlook, with wonderful views from almost
every window in the house.
Believed to date back to the 18th century the house is a characterful
amalgamation of a range of cottages and features lovely character touches
such as mullioned windows and exposed beams. In recent years the property
has been extensively improved through a sensitive renovation including a
seamless extension to the side and the addition of a sheltered garden room.
Recently the kitchen has been refitted with a stylish range of Corian topped
cabinets and the windows throughout have been largely replaced with
bespoke double-glazed units.
In all the house provides over 2,400 square feet of accommodation and in brief
comprises the following. Boot room, inner hall with cloakroom and farmhouse
kitchen with a dining area affording beautiful views. Adjoining dining room,
garden room and two large front facing reception rooms; both with multi fuel
stoves. In all there are two separate staircases to the first floor, with four
bedrooms in total and a large house bathroom and separate shower room.
The property is set in lovely, mature grounds, with a stone flagged terrace to
the rear, south facing feature reflection pool to the side and extensive lawned
gardens.
There is a generous parking area and a large detached stone building currently
serving as a workshop. Across the road is a private orchard, amounting to 0.2
acres.
LOCATION
Glaisdale Head is a small hamlet of around five properties, set around 4 miles
to the west of the main village of Glaisdale. Glaisdale itself is a thriving
moorland village with Post Office/shop, well-regarded butcher, outstanding
primary school and a public house and lies amidst beautiful scenery in the valley of
the River Esk.