Summary - Scar House Force DL11 6DW
1 bed 1 bath Land
Unique off-grid camping opportunity in scenic Upper Swaledale.
Traditional dales stone barn with planning for camping barn conversion
A rare piece of Upper Swaledale, this traditional dales stone barn sits within about 7.14 acres of meadow and pasture and includes Scar House Force waterfall and part of the river. Planning consent (appeal ref. APP/C9499/W/24/3351401, granted 31 Jan 2025) allows conversion to a short-stay camping barn aimed at walkers and cyclists, offering off-grid, low-impact overnight accommodation with far-reaching valley views.
The consent carries important conditions: the barn must not be used as a dwelling, stays are limited (no more than three consecutive nights or 28 nights per year per person), access is on foot or bicycle only, development must commence within three years, and the building will be off-grid (no mains electricity or water). An eco composting toilet and log-burning stove heating are permitted; no services are known to be connected at present.
This is a good opportunity for a buyer seeking a unique, low-density rural enterprise or a conservation-minded investor. The land’s size, riverside setting and waterfall create strong visitor appeal, but the permitted use and practical limitations (remote location, very slow broadband, seasonal grazing licence, footpaths/bridleway through the holding) mean this is best suited to specialist operators or buyers comfortable with rural management.
Prospective purchasers should note flood risk is recorded as none, crime is very low and the site lies within the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Practical considerations include starting work within the three-year window, managing off-grid logistics, and complying with the Visitor Management Plan and planning conditions.
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