On the market with Savills for £8million, Valley Farm is a modern oasis in the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The house was commissioned by entrepreneur Julian Pilling who engaged Mark Bramhall of Malton-based Bramhall Blenkharn Leonard architects, along with architect Julian Phillips of The Julian Phillips Partnership to design it.
Julian spoke with Sharon Dale about his vision for the home, why he chose to build there and the home’s sustainable attributes.
You can read the full interview here: This hidden away home for sale is one of Yorkshire's most amazing grand designs
5. Incredible views
The property offers incredible views with double height spaces bringing nature into the house. It allows in the reflections from the lakes and also the opportunity to watch the deer from the Duke of Bedford’s estate at Woburn Abbey. Photo: Savills
6. 'Perfect balance'
Inside, Julian said the home has " a perfect balance of modern architecture in a peaceful landscape at one with nature." Photo: Savills
7. 'Loo with a view'
Julian said: “Little did I know that this was going to test every ounce of my skill and determination. Just acquiring the land took several years. I knew exactly what I wanted early on and provided a detailed brief for the house from a bridge to the front door to a loo with a view.” Photo: Savills
8. Eco credentials
The modern home was constructed with a palette of materials that includes limestone and large areas of glazing. It is is fed by its own spring water with heating and hot water provided by a biomass boiler that is fuelled by timber harvested from the estate’s woodland. Photo: Savills