Thought to have been built for the owner of the village flax mill, the Victorian property has seen the area evolve from its industrial heyday to today’s quiet rural setting. Now, after more than half a century in the same family, the landmark estate is on the market.
The four/five-bedroom house retains period reception rooms, vaulted cellars and landscaped gardens, with two additional homes - The Old Smithy annexe and Dipper Bank barn conversion - providing rental income of around £24,000 a year.
Current owner Sarah Brown, who grew up there, remembers an ‘idyllic childhood home’, sledging in winter and playing in the garden’s rhododendrons. She adds: “After 50 years it’s time for a new family to make their own memories at East House.”
East House is for sale at £1.25m with Dacre, Son & Hartley. Call 01423 711010 or visit dacres.co.uk
1. Substantial portfolio
The historic estate is an impressive collection of buildings set in around 3.5 acres of gardens, woodland and paddocks in Nidderdale, including East House, a four/five-bedroom period home; Dipper Bank, a three-bedroom barn conversion with development potential; and The Old Smithy, a self-contained one-bedroom annexe. Photo: Dacre, Son & Hartley
2. Elegant living spaces
East House is a commanding Victorian residence with gracious reception rooms. Photo: Dacre, Son & Hartley
3. Lots of space
A large family kitchen connects with a utility/boot room at East House Photo: Dacre, Son & Hartley