IF THE label 'farmhouse' conjures up an image of rustic charm, where comfy and cozy are watchwords, function is more highly regarded than form and the ambience could - perhaps rather unkindly and unfairly - be described as a little old-fashioned, then Home Farm will most certainly surprise you.
Expertly transformed into a striking contemporary residence, it harmoniously combines modern luxury with period character in a serene rural setting where you can enjoy a panoramic outlook over rolling countryside yet not be too far from shops, amenities and transport links.
Kitchen with quartz worktops, central island and Miele appliances (Image: Knight Frank Yorkshire)
The incarnation of Home Farm that stands today is flooded with natural light and finished to an exceptional standard that includes elegant wooden and premium porcelain tiled flooring, underfloor heating, solid wood doors and contemporary bath and shower rooms.
The showstopping bespoke kitchen is a true centrepiece of the home.
Part of a large open-plan kitchen, dining and family room, it is home to contemporary quartz-topped fitted units and a large matching central island, top-of-the range Miele appliances including three ovens (a steam, microwave and large traditional oven), a built-in coffee machine, an induction hob with integrated extractor and a three-in-one Quooker tap that offers boiling, filtered chilled, still and sparkling water at the touch of a button.
Dining area beneath vaulted ceiling with door opening onto garden (Image: Knight Frank Yorkshire)
As the heart of the home it includes ample space for casual family dining and, adjacent to that, an informal lounge with a door to the garden and a vaulted ceiling incorporating windows that allow light to flood in.
Separate living and formal dining rooms provide elegant settings for entertaining guests, with the living room being home to a focal point contemporary wood-burning stove.
A snug/home office, partly divided by a chimney breast which is home to a double-sided stove, adds flexible space for work and relaxation.
Bathroom with freestanding tub and skylight above (Image: Knight Frank Yorkshire)
Last, but certainly not least, on the ground floor is the utility room, cloakroom and a dedicated home cinema that offers a perfect family retreat.
Upstairs are the modern family bathroom and five bedrooms.
These include two with en-suite shower rooms and the spacious master bedroom, accessed via a separate staircase from the living room.
Bathroom with freestanding tub and skylight above (Image: Knight Frank Yorkshire)
It comprises a bedroom with ambient lighting and Velux-style windows, a generous walk-in dressing room and a stylish en-suite bathroom.
Two of the bedrooms feature Juliette balconies with breathtaking open countryside views.
Home Farm's grounds are thoughtfully landscaped with well-maintained outdoor spaces that include lawns and two distinct courtyards: a secluded courtyard designed for peaceful outdoor relaxation and a generous decked courtyard ideal for socialising which features a stone-built shelter perfect for use as an outdoor kitchen or for hosting barbecues or games.
Bedroom with mirrored wardrobes, skylight and ambient ceiling lighting (Image: Knight Frank Yorkshire)
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Extensive outbuildings present significant potential for conversion into a separate dwelling, holiday let, stables or home gym, subject to obtaining the necessary planning consent.
Home Farm enjoys a private and peaceful setting down a country lane just outside the village of Scorton, around eight miles from Richmond and 18 miles from Darlington.
It is on the market at £1.1m.
For more information or to arrange a viewing, please contact Knight Frank Yorkshire on 01423 222077.