Surrounded by stunning scenery and located in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales National Park is Littlebeck, an exceptionally spacious and well equipped detached stone built property sleeping 10 people in 5 bedrooms, plus 2 on the large sofa bed in the family room (if required). This impressive house (formerly two cottages and a barn) has many contemporary facilities including Smart TVs in the sitting room, family room and each bedroom, free wi-fi throughout and usb sockets in all rooms, whilst retaining bags of character and charm with part exposed stone walls, window seats with views of the dale and fells and exposed wooden columns. Situated in the centre of the delightful village of Kettlewell in Upper Wharfedale, Littlebeck enjoys a quiet and idyllic position by the village maypole alongside Kettlewell Beck, home to brown trout and crayfish, as it flows from Great Whernside to the Wharfe. Kettlewell is well served by 3 village pubs each serving food, a cafe and a deli, village store/newsagent, petrol station, childrens playground and a National Parks car park with electric vehicle charging points. The Dalesway passes through the village and directly past Littlebeck so there are outstanding views of Upper Wharfedale; and long distance, fell and riverside walks from its front door. Cycling (Tour de Yorkshire route), horse-riding, fishing and golf are within easy reach.
The hand crafted kitchen incorporates a range of Bosch appliances including fridge, dishwasher, an electric oven and hob, and an AGA with two ovens and hotplates, charmingly situated beneath a feature wooden lintel. The twin Belfast sinks and expansive granite worktops enhance the facilities of this high quality and well equipped kitchen. The adjacent utility room contains a fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer plus tableware and equipment for terrace dining, boot and outdoor clothing storage.
Next to the kitchen the main dining room has a large table seating 10 people and feature open grate fireplace. Also directly off the kitchen the breakfast room has table and chairs for 6 with under-stairs storage for high chair, travel cot (with mattress) and safety gates.
Littlebeck offers guests two separate reception rooms. The main sitting room has ample comfortable seating, a wood burning stove and a door leading to the terrace. This well lit room with windows to 3 sides and a wood burning stove is an ideal retreat for reading or relaxing on the luxurious sofas after a day exploring the local area. The family room is another large room with comfortable seating, including a high quality sofa bed to sleep an additional two guests if required (with bedding, linen, and towels available in the adjacent cupboard) and gas stove fire.
Two staircases lead to separate bedroom areas. The main stairs rise from the dining room to a spacious landing with additional seating area for quiet relaxation. Off this landing are three of the bedrooms all with their own en suite shower rooms featuring rainfall showers. The second staircase leads to the master bedroom and the fifth bedroom which share the house bathroom.
To the rear of the property is an extensive terrace overlooking Kettlewell Beck. This area is perfect for dining outside, especially if using the barbecue, or simply enjoying some time relaxing in the Yorkshire Dales fresh air. There is plenty of seating and tables and good lighting for when the evening draws to a close.
This is a fantastic holiday home offering guests a high level of luxury (including oversized duvets to single and double beds) in a beautiful area. The owner provides a lovely welcome pack which will ensure that your holiday gets off to a great start. Within 100 yards is one of the three village pubs, with the other two, the village shop, garage, two cafes and an excellent children's playground all within 200 yards. With two main sitting rooms, two dining areas plus the terrace it makes an ideal place for families or groups of friends looking to holiday together. Grassington and the popular market towns of Skipton, Leyburn and Hawes are short drives away through spectacular countryside, but the best way to experience this is on foot. Littlebeck is directly on the Dalesway and there are of course many walks right from its front door.
GROUND FLOOR
Entrance: Hallway leading to:
Main Sitting Room: Comfortable seating for 10/12, window seats, wood burning stove in feature stone fireplace and hearth, 49" Freesat HD Smart (Freeview Play) TV with Soundbar, BluRay/DVD player, coffee and side tables, sideboard, door to terrace.
Dining Room: Oak dining table and chairs for 10, oak sideboard, feature decorative fireplace, stairs to Main Landing.
Utility Room: Fridge/Freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, drying creel/sheila maid, central heating boiler, patio equipment storage, boot and outdoor clothing storage.
Kitchen: Bespoke fitted units with granite and oak worktops and upstands, Bosch oven and ceramic hob, dishwasher, fridge, microwave, two oven/twin hob AGA, exposed wooden columns, pantry, stable door to utility room, covered log/boot store and terrace.
Two steps down to:
Breakfast Room: Dining table and chairs, sideboard, under-stairs storage (for safety gates, 1 cot with mattress and 1 highchair), door to outside storage area/service drive, stairs to Second Landing.
Family Room: Comfortable seating for 6 people including good quality sofa bed to sleep 2 guests (with bedding, linen, and towels available in the adjacent cupboard), 40" Freesat HD Smart (Freeview Play) TV with soundbar, BluRay/DVD player, oak combination wardrobe & drawers, coffee and side tables, bookshelves, feature chimney/hearth with gas stove.
FIRST FLOOR
Main Landing: Spacious galleried seating area with table and chairs leading to:
Bedroom 1: Twin beds, oak wardrobe, chest of drawers, bedside cabinet. Window seat, table and chairs, decorative fireplace with period surround, views of dales and fells. 32” Freeview Play Smart TV.
Ensuite: Fully tiled rainfall shower, washbasin, toilet.
Bedroom 2: Twin beds, oak wardrobe, chest of drawers, bedside cabinet. Window seat, table and chairs, decorative fireplace with period surround, views of dales and fells. 32” Freeview Play Smart TV.
Ensuite: Fully tiled rainfall shower, washbasin, toilet.
Bedroom 3: Double bed, combination oak wardrobe/chest of drawers, bedside cabinets, chair, views of terrace, beck, village and fells. 32” Freeview Play Smart TV.
Ensuite: Fully tiled rainfall shower, washbasin, toilet.
Second Landing: Leading to:
Bedroom 4 (Master): 1 Superking Zip & Link (can be two twins on request with notice), period wardrobe, chest of drawers, dressing table, bedside cabinets, window seats, views of dale and fells. 32” Freeview Play Smart TV.
Bedroom 5: Double bed, fitted wardrobe space, chest of drawers, bedside cabinets, chair, window seat. 32” Freeview Play Smart TV.
House Bathroom: Bath with rainfall shower overhead, plus handheld shower at taps, washbasin, toilet.
Pets: Four dogs welcome.
Parking: Main drive, private parking for up to four cars. Further street parking is available across the frontage of the property and its main drive on a first come, first served basis
Garden/Patio: Enclosed cottage garden facing the maypole and with views to the fells, with seating,to the front. Rear terrace enclosed with stone wall and railings (to a height of at least 0.8m or 0.9m), wall pillars and wall mounted railings. Seating for 14, tables, parasols, charcoal barbecue. External lighting to terrace, drive, logstore and frontage
Heating: Background heat and 24 hour hot water via AGA, full central heating throughout and additional hot water provision (oil fired boiler), wood burning stove (Main Sitting Room), gas stove (Family Room). Welcome supply of logs and kindling provided.
Short breaks: Accepted all year.
Notes: The beck runs past the rear of the property below the terrace. There is a stone wall with railings (0.8m – 0.9m high) between the terrace and the beck and a padlocked gate to steps down to the beck. Infants and young children must be supervised at all times on the terrace. (There is a permanent safety gate provided between the kitchen/utility/log store and terrace to assist this for toddlers/infants.)
Removable safety gates are provided for each of the staircases and first floor areas. On the second staircase/landing the gate may be positioned either at the top or bottom of the stairs. The Main Landing safety gate protects the area including Bedrooms 2 and 3 (where its fixings are positioned). Bedroom 1 exits direct on to the landing and thence stairs. Of the 3 Bedrooms available from the main landing we therefore recommend that guests maximising safety for babies or toddlers select Bedroom 2 (on space and safety grounds) or Bedroom 3 (equal on safety but less spacious) rather than Bedroom 1.
Sofa bed in Family Room to flex sleeping configuration by arrangement. High-speed broadband with free WiFi distribution throughout the house. USB charging sockets in all downstairs rooms, on landings and in each bedroom. Mobile phone signal is variable. Landline telephone for incoming and emergency calls. All bed linen, hand and bath towels, kitchen hand and tea towels are provided. No smoking allowed at this property.
Pub: 50 yards. Shop: 150 yards.