Back Lane, Melmerby, HG4 5HJ

Coney Meadows is a generously designed, well maintained, five-bedroom detached home set in a prime position within this lovely village. With its combination of space, style and beautiful surroundings, this home is perfect for those seeking a blend of rural charm and modern comfort, while still being within easy reach of superb amenities and road links.

Inside, there are extremely well-proportioned rooms, beginning with a spacious and welcoming entrance hall complete with sweeping staircase (leading up to a bright and airy landing) and a cloakroom/wc.

The roomy and inviting lounge has a log burner and sliding patio doors leading into the garden, while the newly fitted and stylish breakfast kitchen, complete with integrated appliances, serves as the heart of the home. This leads to a separate dining room, adding practicality and being perfect for family gatherings. From here there is a dedicated study providing an ideal space for home working or hobbies.

The current owners have converted the garage into a versatile family room, providing additional living space.  This is a truly lovely room with French doors leading to the garden – making it ideal for relaxation and entertaining and offering stunning open views across the fields. A perfect place to sit and enjoy the changing seasons. There is also a built-in utility cupboard in this room, providing great storage.

Of the five bedrooms, two benefit from en-suites, while the remaining 3 rooms share a very well-appointed family bathroom, with shower and bath.

The property is positioned within beautifully maintained gardens to the front and rear, providing a tranquil and private setting. There is also a dreamy summerhouse and a secluded area specially designed for outside dining.  A driveway, ample parking, covered carport, large workshop and wooden storage complete the package.

Location & Amenities

The delightfully named Coney Meadows is tucked away on Back Lane and offers stunning open views to the front.

Melmerby itself is a charming and well-connected village near Ripon, North Yorkshire. It offers a peaceful rural setting while benefiting from a friendly community, village hall and children’s play area.  There are excellent transport links, including easy access to the A1(M), making it ideal for travel to Ripon, York, Harrogate, Leeds, the North and the South.  Perfect for commuters.

Surrounded by open fields and farmland, Melmerby offers beautiful views and opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. It retains a quiet and idyllic atmosphere and yet it is within only 5 miles of the cathedral city of Ripon, which offers a range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, leisure facilities, Ripon racecourse and the renowned Ripon Grammar school.

More locally:

There is a pub in the village of Wath, about a mile away.  And the West Tanfield Village Shop is an absolute delight. Here you will find a wide selection of local produce and goods ranging from everyday essentials such as local milk, fresh bread, fruit and vegetables through to tasty treats from Stark Farm Bakery and Ramus Seafoods. Newspapers, magazines and National Lottery tickets are available here six days a week, as is the Post Office. They have a website for you to check up-to-date details but beware, you will be tempted!

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