Carr End — Carr End

SITUATION Carr End, located on the southwestern bank of Lake Semerwater, sits in an enviable position in the midst of a no through road valley at the heart of Wensleydale. Situated close to the hamlet of Countersett, Carr End is less than three miles from the village of Bainbridge, which provides direct access onto the A684 and wider road network, offering practicality with privacy amidst the uncompromised rural beauty of the Yorkshire Dales National Park. CARR END The Estate sits in an elevated position nestled into the crag overlooking Lake Semerwater, the second largest lake in North Yorkshire. Set below Marsett Lane, the property has uninterrupted views across Raydale amongst the rolling hills and dry stone walls that typify the Yorkshire Dales landscape. The immediate surroundings comprise traditional livestock farms and undulating grassland within the basin that forms the backdrop to Lake Semerwater; fed by numerous becks and tributaries that flow into the River Bain to the north of the Lake and onwards to the River Ure. HISTORICAL NOTE Built in the 1600s, Carr End is a Grade II listed building steeped in history with a remarkable provenance. The original house was built in 1667 by John Fothergill, a forebear of Dr John Fothergill, the renowned botanist and physician regarded as a pioneer in his field. The property was further extended in 18th and 19th Centuries to its existing footprint and holds a wealth of original features creating a unique atmosphere full of charm. An archive of original historical documents comprising visitors books, diaries and receipts has been preserved and added to over the centuries, dating back to the 1600s. Within the archive various noteworthy guests are documented including the painter JMW Turner. DESCRIPTION Carr End is an excellent example of a small country Estate in the Yorkshire Dales. The main house is immaculately presented and has been renovated to a high standard, now combining the comforts of modern living with its historic character. The original walled garden, rock garden with cascading waterfall and orchard encircle the property. In addition to the main house, the property includes a substantial traditional barn, stone boathouse, range of outbuildings and a further field barn. In all, the Estate extends to approximately 22.79 acres which includes amenity grassland, shingle beach and a tranche of Lake Semerwater together with sailing and fishing rights. The traditional barn and 6.21 acres of land is let on an Agricultural Holdings Act Tenancy with the remaining farmland let on an annual Farm Business Tenancy, providing a modest income stream. The approach is via a short private drive leading from Marsett Lane framed by trees and hill with Lake Semerwater as the focal point. CARR END FARMHOUSE The main house was first built in 1667 by the Fothergill Family and later extended in 18th and 19th Centuries to form the existing footprint. The property is built of limestone beneath a slate roof and comprises a host of internal and external period features including stone flag floors, exposed beams, traditional fireplaces and an exquisite stone staircase which exude the charm of their period. Internally extending to almost 5,200 sq ft. the ground floor accommodation includes Entrance Halll with oak door and stone flag flooring leading to the Drawing Room with fireplace and original oak paneling, and Sitting Room with substantial fireplace and original stone lintel. This connects to the Dining Room, again with fireplace and oak paneling overlooking the gardens and grounds which leads to the main dining Kitchen fitted with pine units, marble surfaces, AGA and dishwasher. Leading from here is a side entrance, informal hallway and the Snug. A second kitchen known as the Scullery lies at the eastern end of the house which is also fitted with AGA, sink and a sizeable Pantry. Beyond this lies the Boiler Room with downstairs WC, a modest Garden Room overlooking the walled garden, Boot