Summary - SYKE SIDE FARM, KIRKBY STEPHEN, SOULBY CA17 4PJ
1 bed 1 bath Land
Versatile rural holding with income, modern steading and development scope.
Approximately 77.11 acres of productive, mainly free-draining grassland
Includes three-bed farmhouse and separate three-bed holiday cottage (income ~£19k pa)
Two modern farm buildings (one <18 months) plus traditional stone outbuildings
Circa 18.78 acres immediately adjacent to the steading, suitable for arable
Renewable heating: geothermal/ground-source and air-source; private borehole
High flood risk across parts of the property — buyer due diligence essential
Broadband speeds slow; area classified as deprived in parts
Farmhouse and cottage subject to occupancy/ancillary-use restrictions; covenant applies
Sykeside Farm is a substantial Eden Valley holding combining a well-presented three-bedroom farmhouse and a separate three-bedroom holiday cottage, set within approximately 77.11 acres (31.20 ha) of productive, free-draining grassland. The steading includes two modern agricultural buildings (one under two years old) plus traditional stone outbuildings, giving immediate stock and storage capability and scope for equine or small-holder use. Renewable heating (geothermal/ground-source and air-source systems), a private borehole and recent upgrades make the homes energy-efficient and rental-ready.
The farmhouse is a sympathetic barn conversion retaining character (exposed beams, stonework) with modern comforts such as double glazing, underfloor heating and a new Rayburn; planning has recently been approved for a sunroom. Rainbow Cottage is a popular single-storey holiday let producing around £19,000pa and benefits from underfloor heating via a geothermal system and separate access and parking. The steading area has grant funding to be concreted, improving yard utility prior to sale.
Notable value drivers include the mix of residential accommodation plus diversified income, circa 18.78 acres of highly productive arable-suitable land adjacent to the steading, good internal access and water via Blind Beck, and clear potential for further development of existing buildings subject to consents. The property is offered as a whole or in two Lots, giving flexibility for owner-occupiers, farmers, equestrian purchasers or investors.
Buyers should note material constraints: parts of the holding lie in a high flood-risk zone, broadband speeds are slow, and both dwellings have occupancy/ancillary use restrictions and there is an area subject to an agricultural covenant limiting structures. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves on planning, rights of access and the occupancy provisions before offers.
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