Summary - Manor Farm, Oak Road, Cowthorpe, WETHERBY LS22 5EY
4 bed 2 bath Plot
Self-build consent for a four-bedroom farmhouse in peaceful Harrogate District hamlet.
Planning consent for four-bedroom detached brick barn and separate garage
A rare self-build opportunity in a peaceful Harrogate District hamlet, offered with consent for a four-bedroom detached brick barn and separate garage. The proposed layout delivers generous living space across two floors: an open-plan kitchen/dining area with bifold doors and pantry, a garden room, utility and cloakroom on the ground floor, with four double bedrooms (one en-suite) and a family shower room above. The plot benefits from very large gardens and a private driveway, set within a small courtyard development close to countryside and local amenities.
This plot suits a buyer who wants to design and occupy a distinctive family home with barn-style character and high internal volume. The location is quiet and affluent, with very low local crime, good nearby schools (including outstanding-rated options), and straightforward access to Wetherby, Harrogate and the A1(M) for commuting. Broadband and mobile signals are average; this will suit most homeworking needs but is not high-speed guaranteed.
Important constraints are stated in the planning consent: first occupation must be by a person who had primary input into the design and who will live in the dwelling for at least three years, and the development is subject to planning conditions and Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) contributions. The site also lies in a high flooding risk area — this is a material factor requiring specialist flood-risk mitigation, design adaptation and possibly higher insurance costs.
Overall this is an attractive plot for an owner-occupier self-builder who values rural character and generous outside space but is prepared to meet planning conditions, CIL charges and implement flood-resilient design. The consented scheme gives a clear route to a substantial family home; practical and regulatory obligations should be factored into budget and timetable.
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