Believed to be one of Ingleby Barwick's oldest dwellings, Ingleby Close Farm is a magnificent Georgian farmhouse set within a secluded plot in excess of 0.7 acres. This remarkable residence seamlessly combines timeless charm & character with the space & versatility demanded by modern family life.
Believed to be one of Ingleby Barwick's oldest surviving dwellings, Ingleby Close Farm is a magnificent period farmhouse, thought to date from the late 18th or early 19th century. Steeped in local history and occupying a secluded plot which is in excess of 0.7 acres, this remarkable residence seamlessly combines the timeless charm of a bygone era with the space and versatility demanded by modern family life.
Approached via gates, a driveway provides extensive secure parking for numerous vehicles whilst leading to a detached garage / workshop that also benefits from a first-floor office, ideal for those working from home or seeking additional ancillary accommodation.
Internally, the property extends to almost 5000 sq.ft. and offers beautifully proportioned accommodation arranged over three floors. The elegant reception rooms are rich in character, displaying a wealth of traditional features synonymous with a home of this period. Two magnificent mullioned bay windows create striking focal points, flooding the principal reception rooms with natural light whilst framing delightful views across the beautiful gardens. The generous family kitchen forms the heart of the home, perfectly suited to both everyday living and entertaining, whilst five versatile reception rooms provide exceptional flexibility for formal occasions, relaxed family life, home working or multi-generational living.
The first floor offers five generously proportioned bedrooms, including an impressive principal suite with en-suite facilities, complemented by a dressing room. Completing the layout is an additional en-suite, family bathroom and a study. A fixed staircase leads to a second floor space which is currently used as a bedroom and features velux windows, power, heating and provides access to further attic storage.
Externally, the grounds are every bit as impressive as the house itself. Beautifully established gardens surround the property, where an extensive paved terrace provides an exceptional outdoor entertaining space, ideal for al fresco dining and summer gatherings. Mature trees and established planting afford an exceptional degree of privacy, creating a peaceful garden retreat rarely found within Ingleby Barwick. Beyond the formal gardens lies a charming orchard, further enhancing the sense of space and tranquility, whilst a beautifully enclosed courtyard garden to the side of the property offers a delightful setting for outdoor relaxation and entertaining. A gated driveway provides extensive, secure parking for multiple vehicles and complements the detached garaging, workshop and first-floor office.
A home of immense character, history and distinction, Ingleby Close Farm represents an extraordinarily rare opportunity to acquire one of Ingleby Barwick's original farmsteads. Having evolved over generations into the substantial family residence seen today, it offers an unrivalled combination of heritage, privacy and lifestyle, making it one of the area's most significant and unique homes.
