The Property
Commanding a discreet position above the hamlet of Cowgill in the Yorkshire Dales National Park, this distinguished country house has been thoughtfully restored and sits within a truly remarkable landscape. Offered with a detached stone-built annexe, it enjoys panoramic views across Dentdale towards Arten Gill Viaduct and Great Knoutberry Hill. The house has been comprehensively renovated to a high standard, with upgraded services, double glazing, and professionally designed interiors by Woods of Harrogate.

Currently operating as a successful holiday let, the property offers the opportunity to acquire an established rental business with ongoing income potential. Alternatively, it could be returned to private use as a substantial country home in a secluded and spectacularly scenic setting.

A tree-lined driveway leads to the house, its elevated position affording wide open views in all directions. Internally, the accommodation is generous and elegantly arranged across three floors. The reception hall sets the tone with oak flooring and a clear axis through to the rear, where a glimpse of the fells draws the eye beyond. To the front, the snug offers a relaxed and atmospheric space, with deep-toned walls, a wood-burning stove set in a stone fireplace, and views over the lawns. Adjacent lies the dining room, comfortably seating up to 14 and enjoying outlooks across the gardens. At the opposite end of the plan, the drawing room is a refined and formal reception space, distinguished by a carved stone fireplace, wood-burning stove, and full-height bay window framing uninterrupted views of the valley.

The kitchen is a well-considered space, designed for both function and warmth. A two-oven LPG AGA is recessed beneath a stone mantel, with two NEFF ovens, a gas hob and a Quooker hot water tap set into hand-painted cabinetry and polished stone worktops. There is an integrated dishwasher, American-style fridge-freezer and a central breakfast island. Just beyond, a few steps lead to the breakfast room—a separate yet connected space ideal for informal dining. A boot room, pantry and WC complete the ground floor.

On the lower ground floor, a utility room provides practical support to the main accommodation, fitted with laundry cupboards and housing the boiler, hot water system, pumps and a sump pump. Two further storage rooms, double-lagged as part of the renovation works, offer excellent drying and storage facilities without impinging on the main living areas.

Upstairs, five bedrooms are arranged around a generous landing that is bright and open, with natural light from both front and rear elevations. The principal bedroom includes a dressing area and a private en-suite with walk-in shower, while a second en-suite bedroom includes a bath with shower over. A further three bedrooms share two beautifully appointed bathrooms with large walk-in showers, each with quality fittings, glass screens and neutral tiling. The layout is well balanced, allowing for multi-generational living or visiting guests, and includes a quiet corner room that may suit as a study or nursery.

The Coach House
Set just behind the main house, The Coach House is a smartly rebuilt stone barn that provides versatile additional accommodation. The ground floor includes a fully equipped kitchen and dining space, fitted with an induction hob, a NEFF oven, washing machine, dishwasher, and small fridge/freezer. Upstairs, two further rooms are used as bedrooms, served by a central bathroom. The landing is wide enough to accommodate study space, and the layout would suit guests or independent family members. It is currently used as a holiday home and forms part of the property’s established rental offering.

Externally
The house sits within approximately 1.88 acres of landscaped grounds, with expansive lawns to the front, mature borders, paved terraces for entertaining, an orchard and woodland rising gently behind. Carefully planned and well maintained, the gardens offer colour and privacy throughout the year.

A tarmacadam driveway winds through the lawned frontage to a generous turning and parking area. A separate gravelled drive with timber gate leads to a cottage garden with a substantial greenhouse and two small sheds.

To the front, a broad sun terrace laid with Indian stone flags provides a superb vantage point across the valley, complemented by a sheltered seating area ideal for barbecuing or relaxing outdoors. The south-facing aspect captures striking views up Dentdale, including the arches of the distant viaduct.

At the rear, an enclosed courtyard gives access to the The Coach House and service areas, with further parking, covered log store and additional external storage. Walking and cycling routes begin at the edge of the grounds, and Dent Station on the Settle–Carlisle line is within walking distance, offering links to Leeds, Carlisle and beyond.

Agents Note
A public footpath runs from the gate at the bottom of the drive to the corner of the greenhouse, well away from the main house and with no impact on privacy or the enjoyment of the grounds.