8 Rodney Terrace is a handsome Edwardian terrace offering generous and versatile three-storey accommodation, beautifully reflecting the scale and proportions of its period heritage. Set behind a well-established front garden, the property enjoys attractive open views across neighbouring gardens, lending a sense of space and tranquility rarely found in a terrace setting.

To the rear, a charming courtyard garden provides a private and sheltered outdoor space, ideal for relaxing, and benefits from the practical advantage of separate rear access. Quietly positioned on a no-through road, the property enjoys a peaceful setting whilst remaining within easy walking distance of the centre of town. Located in the heart of Masham, a highly regarded and historic market town, the property benefits from a vibrant community, independent shops, traditional inns and excellent access to the surrounding Yorkshire Dales countryside, making this an exceptional opportunity to enjoy both tranquillity and town-centre living.

Entered via a welcoming porch, the reception hall offers an immediate sense of space and character, combining Edwardian elegance with a calm and inviting atmosphere. The hallway is enhanced by attractive ceiling cornicing, deep skirtings and original carpentry, while the staircase rises gracefully to the upper floors. Generous proportions and good natural light create a bright and airy feel, making the hall both practical and visually appealing. From here, doors lead through to the principal living spaces, providing a well-considered layout and an easy sense of movement throughout the ground floor.

The sitting room is a beautifully proportioned and elegant reception space, showcasing the generous scale typical of a Edwardian home. High ceilings with detailed cornicing are complemented by the original picture rail and dado rail, enhancing the room’s period character. A large window to the front enjoys pleasant views over the garden and allows natural light to flood the space. A handsome fireplace with an inset gas fire provides an attractive focal point, with fitted bookcases to one side adding both charm and practical storage. With ample room for a variety of seating arrangements, this is a comfortable and inviting room, ideal for both everyday living and relaxed entertaining.

The dining room is a generously proportioned and welcoming space, ideal for both everyday family meals and more formal entertaining. Retaining strong Edwardian character, the room features high ceilings with decorative cornicing, along with the original picture rail and dado rail. A large window allows excellent natural light and provides an attractive outlook, enhancing the bright and airy feel of the room. A decorative fireplace fitted with an electric fire creates a pleasing focal point, while the layout comfortably accommodates a substantial dining table and additional furniture. With a door leading conveniently through to the kitchen, this is a practical and sociable room that works equally well for relaxed dining and entertaining.

Flowing naturally from the dining room, the breakfast kitchen is a warm and characterful space that works well for everyday family living. Fitted with a comprehensive range of units and generous worktop space, it combines practicality with traditional charm. A classic gas-fired Aga provides an attractive focal point as well as a welcoming heart to the room, while an informal dining area offers a relaxed setting for day-to-day meals. A window to the rear allows good natural light and provides a pleasant outlook into the courtyard garden. Beyond the kitchen, a separate utility room and cloakroom add further convenience, with direct access from the utility room into the courtyard garden, ideal for everyday access and practical use.

Access from the kitchen leads to useful and spacious cellars.

FIRST FLOOR
The principal bedroom is a generously proportioned and elegant room, enjoying a peaceful outlook and excellent natural light from a large window. The room retains a calm and restful atmosphere, enhanced by high ceilings and a classic decorative style. Extensive fitted wardrobes provide excellent storage, while there remains ample space for additional freestanding furniture, allowing flexibility in how the room is arranged. The en-suite shower room is well appointed and stylishly finished, featuring a modern shower enclosure, contemporary sanitary ware, attractive tiling and a chrome heated towel rail. Thoughtfully designed, it provides a high level of convenience and privacy, complementing the principal bedroom and completing this appealing private suite.

The first-floor landing is light and airy, continuing the sense of space found throughout the house. It provides a pleasant transition between rooms, with doors leading to the principal first-floor accommodation and a staircase rising to the upper floor. The proportions are generous, allowing for easy circulation and reinforcing the home’s traditional layout and character. The single bedroom, currently used as a study, is a bright and versatile room well suited to a range of uses. A large window provides excellent natural light and enjoys attractive views, creating an ideal environment for working from home. The room would also serve equally well as a comfortable single bedroom or nursery, offering flexibility to suit a variety of requirements.

The guest bedroom is a well-proportioned and versatile room, currently used as a sewing room, but easily reimagined as a comfortable and generous double bedroom, as illustrated by the CGI image above. It enjoys good natural light from the window and benefits from fitted cupboards providing useful built-in storage, while still offering ample space for a double bed and freestanding bedroom furniture. This flexibility makes it ideal for guests or family use.

The house bathroom is attractively finished and well laid out, featuring a panelled bath, pedestal wash basin and complementary wall finishes, creating a light and welcoming space. A separate shower enclosure provides additional practicality. Completing the accommodation on this floor is a separate WC, fitted with a wash hand basin, which adds convenience for family living and visiting guests alike.

SECOND FLOOR
The second floor provides further accommodation, beginning with a bright landing area enhanced by a rooflight. There are two double bedrooms on this floor, both enjoying character features including sloping ceilings and rooflights or dormer-style windows that provide good natural light. Each room offers comfortable proportions for double beds along with space for freestanding furniture, making them ideal for family members or guests. In addition, there is a small study or storage room, which is a useful and flexible space. It would suit a home office or general storage, further enhancing the versatility of the second-floor accommodation and completing this well-balanced upper level.

GARDENS
The property is pleasantly situated on a quiet no-through road, providing a peaceful residential setting while remaining highly convenient for local amenities. To the front is an attractive stone terrace façade with covered veranda and a well-tended front garden enclosed by low stone walls and railings. The garden is mainly laid to lawn with established shrubs and planting, creating a welcoming approach to the house. The front-facing aspect enjoys an attractive outlook across a neighbouring garden, with established planting providing a pleasing sense of greenery.

To the rear is a charming enclosed courtyard garden, a sheltered and private space ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. The courtyard is paved and framed by stone walls, enhanced by climbing plants, pots and decorative planting to create a characterful and intimate setting. Within the courtyard is a range of stone-built garden stores, providing excellent practical storage while complementing the character of the property. The courtyard can be accessed directly from the house and also benefits from additional access via a private rear lane, offering useful secondary access.

The property is located within easy walking distance of Masham town centre, with its range of independent shops, cafés, public houses and everyday amenities, combining a peaceful setting with everyday convenience.

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