North View is a beautifully restored and immaculately presented period village house, occupying a prominent position on Main Street in the heart of the picturesque and highly sought-after village of Kirkby Malzeard. The property also lies within the catchment area for the highly regarded Ripon Grammar School, further enhancing its appeal for families. Built in attractive mellow stone beneath a traditional stone tiled roof, the property combines handsome period character with stylish, high quality contemporary finishes throughout.

The accommodation is spacious and versatile, extending to over 2,100 sq ft and arranged over three floors. The ground floor provides an excellent balance of formal and informal living space, including a sitting room, family room, study and an impressive open-plan dining kitchen, together with practical utility and cloakroom facilities. The first floor offers three generous bedrooms served by a beautifully appointed house bathroom, whilst the second floor is dedicated to a superb principal suite comprising a spacious double bedroom, dressing room and en-suite shower room, creating an excellent private retreat.

Externally, North View is equally appealing, with an attractive lawned garden to the front enclosed by traditional cast iron railings and stone walling, together with generous rear gardens which are particularly rare for a property in such a central village setting. The rear garden provides a wonderful space for outdoor dining, entertaining and family use.

The reception hall creates an excellent first impression, being both spacious and beautifully presented with a light, elegant feel throughout. A combination of traditional stone flagged flooring, decorative wall panelling and high ceilings enhances the sense of character, whilst the neutral décor and abundance of natural light give the space a bright and welcoming atmosphere. The staircase rises gracefully to the upper floors with painted balustrading and a natural timber handrail, complemented by a striking arched window to the half landing which draws additional light into the centre of the house. Deep skirting boards, moulded detailing and feature corbels further reflect the care and attention that has gone into the restoration of the property. The reception hall also provides an excellent sense of flow to the ground floor accommodation, linking through to the principal reception rooms and the open-plan dining kitchen beyond.

Situated off the reception hall, the study provides a versatile and well-proportioned room ideally suited to home working. The space enjoys a peaceful atmosphere, enhanced by soft muted tones, fitted carpeting and a sash-style window which allows good natural light whilst overlooking the rear aspect. Character features include exposed timber detailing and recessed alcoves, adding charm and individuality to the room.

The study comfortably accommodates office furniture and storage, whilst also offering flexibility for a variety of alternative uses including a playroom, hobby room or snug if required.

The sitting room is a beautifully presented reception room with a warm and inviting atmosphere. Decorated in rich deep blue tones, it features elegant timber flooring, decorative ceiling detailing and a large front-facing sash-style window which allows plenty of natural light. The room centres around a stone fireplace fitted with a multi-fuel stove, creating a cosy focal point, while the recessed arched alcoves with built-in shelving add both character and practical display space.

The family room provides a further comfortable and versatile reception space, with a softer, more neutral finish and a particularly attractive exposed stone feature wall. Timber flooring continues through the room, while the front-facing sash-style window brings in good natural light. A stone fireplace with multi-fuel stove forms the focal point, creating a relaxed space ideal for everyday family use, a snug or informal sitting room.

The open-plan living kitchen is undoubtedly the heart of the house - an exceptional contemporary space which has been thoughtfully designed for modern family living and entertaining. Combining high vaulted ceilings, exposed timber beams, large rooflights and extensive glazing creates a wonderfully light and airy atmosphere with a superb connection to the gardens beyond. The kitchen itself is beautifully appointed with an extensive range of bespoke shaker-style cabinetry, with in frame units, complemented by quartz work surfaces and a substantial central island incorporating additional storage, seating and a wine cooler. A Bertazzoni range cooker set within a traditional mantel-style surround forms an impressive focal point, whilst integrated appliances and excellent preparation space enhance both practicality and style. Stone flagged flooring runs throughout the space, adding warmth and continuity, with underfloor heating providing additional comfort throughout the room.

To the rear of the room, the dining and living area enjoys full-height sliding glazed doors opening directly onto the terrace and gardens, creating an excellent indoor-outdoor flow during the warmer months. A contemporary wood-burning stove further enhances the atmosphere, whilst the generous proportions comfortably accommodate both dining and relaxed seating areas. Altogether, the space provides a superb everyday living environment equally suited to entertaining on both a small and larger scale.

The boot room/utility room adjoins the kitchen and is both highly practical and beautifully finished, thoughtfully designed to complement the quality and style found throughout the house. Fitted with bespoke cabinetry, extensive built-in storage and useful bench seating with coat hooks above, the room provides excellent everyday functionality for family living. Stone flagged flooring continues through the space, whilst vaulted ceilings with exposed timber beams and rooflights create a bright and airy feel. A Belfast sink with quartz work surfaces, appliance space and additional storage further enhance the practicality of the room, making it ideal for laundry, outdoor wear and pets. Underfloor heating provides additional comfort, while a door gives direct access outside, creating an excellent secondary entrance particularly suited to country living and garden use.

Positioned off the hall is a beautifully appointed cloakroom, fitted with a traditional style suite comprising WC and wash basin with decorative tiled splashback. A deep recessed window overlooking the gardens brings natural light into the room and adds further character.

FIRST FLOOR
The first-floor landing is bright and spacious, continuing the elegant presentation seen throughout the house. A striking arched window positioned above the stairwell draws excellent natural light into the space whilst providing attractive views over the rear gardens. The staircase features painted balustrading with natural timber handrails and fitted carpeting, creating a soft and refined finish, complemented by decorative wall panelling and neutral décor. The landing provides access to the bedroom accommodation and house bathroom, whilst also creating an attractive sense of space and flow between the floors.

The first-floor guest bedroom is a charming and comfortable double room, beautifully presented in soft neutral tones which enhance the light and airy feel. A sash-style window overlooks the rear aspect and allows excellent natural light into the room, whilst a deep stone sill and exposed timber beam add character and warmth. A particularly attractive feature is the exposed stone walling, providing texture and a strong sense of the property’s period origins, complemented by heritage style radiators and timber-effect flooring. The bedroom offers ample space for bedroom furniture and provides an inviting guest or family bedroom.

Two additional bedrooms are both spacious and bright, currently utilised as children’s bedrooms whilst offering excellent flexibility for a variety of uses including guest accommodation, dressing rooms or additional home working space. The first is beautifully presented with attractive panelling, high ceilings and a large sash window, with window seat overlooking the village, creating a charming and welcoming atmosphere with ample space for a range of bedroom furniture.

The second bedroom is finished in a calm neutral palette and also benefits from a large window with window seat, drawing in plenty of natural light. Generous proportions allow space for freestanding furniture, creating another comfortable and versatile bedroom. The house bathroom is beautifully appointed and finished to a superb standard, combining contemporary fittings with attractive character features including a striking exposed timber beam and high ceiling. Fitted with stylish marble-effect tiling, the bathroom comprises a panelled bath with rainfall shower over and glazed screen, vanity unit with inset wash basin, and WC. A deep recessed window with fitted seat draws in natural light whilst enjoying pleasant outlooks over the surrounding countryside, enhancing the bright and tranquil atmosphere.

The generous proportions create a luxurious family bathroom, thoughtfully designed to complement the quality and style found throughout the house.

Occupying the second floor, the principal suite provides a superb private retreat, thoughtfully designed to maximise both space and natural light. The generous bedroom enjoys a bright and airy atmosphere, enhanced by vaulted ceilings, large rooflights and a calm neutral palette. Extensive eaves storage is seamlessly incorporated throughout the room, while the spacious proportions comfortably accommodate a super king-size bed alongside additional bedroom furniture and seating areas.

Adjoining the bedroom is a substantial dressing area fitted with an excellent range of bespoke built-in wardrobes, drawers and additional storage, creating a highly practical and well-organised space. Rooflights continue through the dressing area, further enhancing the sense of light and space. The suite is completed by a beautifully appointed en-suite shower room featuring a large walk-in shower with glazed enclosure, twin wash basins set within a vanity unit, WC and fitted storage.

Finished with stylish tiling, quality sanitary ware and rooflights overhead, the en-suite combines contemporary fittings with the character and charm found throughout the house.

SETTING, GARDENS AND GROUNDS
North View occupies an attractive position within the heart of the village, set back from the road behind enclosed front gardens which create an immediate sense of privacy and separation from the village street. Surrounded by an appealing streetscape of traditional stone-built houses, the property enjoys a peaceful yet highly accessible setting with a strong sense of character and history. Approached via a beautifully crafted stone pathway through the front garden, the house immediately conveys a sense of quality and kerb appeal, with stone elevations complemented by neatly maintained lawns, clipped box hedging, ornamental planting and wrought iron railings. The front gardens provide an attractive buffer from the road while also creating a pleasant outlook from the house itself.

The principal gardens lie to the rear and form a particular feature of the property, extending to provide a substantial area of level lawn ideal for both family living and outdoor entertaining. Thoughtfully landscaped, the gardens incorporate paved seating terraces, gravelled areas, low stone walls and well-stocked borders, all combining to create an attractive and highly usable outdoor environment. A large paved terrace adjoining the house provides an excellent space for al fresco dining and entertaining, while the generous lawns offer ample room for children to play. Mature trees and established hedging provide colour, privacy and a delightful leafy backdrop throughout the seasons.

The property also benefits from an electrically operated gate accessing the parking area which provides off-street parking for several vehicles. A useful timber garden store offers outdoor storage.

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