Location

Thirsk is a market town and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England; it is known for its racecourse and depiction as local author James Herriot's fictional Darrowby.
With a charm of its own, Thirsk is essentially unchanged and uninfluenced by the world. It centres around a bustling cobbled market square, dominated by the town clock, with its Monday & Saturday markets and independent shopping. Visitors from all over the world are impressed by the warm and friendly welcome of the residents of this gem of a town.

Thirsk is on the A19, close to the main north-south A1 road. There are several trains a day from London, taking just over 2hrs without any changes. Local buses run from York, Ripon and Northallerton and there are daily coach services direct from London and other cities. Thirsk is an ideal base for visiting our many well-loved attractions and exploring the wonderful Yorkshire countryside. The picturesque country racecourse has excellent facilities and high quality flat racing throughout the summer.

Description

Brook House is an elegant Period family home with a seamless blend of Victorian features and modern day upgrades. With 1.5 acres of beautifully manicured gardens, yet just a stroll from the popular market town of Thirsk, this property has much to offer those seeking space and convenience.

Once owned by the author and explorer John Blashford Snell and dating back to 1890 this historic property has just under 3000 square foot, as well as a double garage, outbuildings and a solarium to complement the gardens.

A stunning stained-glass vestibule opens into a beautiful, original tiled hallway setting the tone for the rest of the house which has an abundance of period features including large bay windows, ornate cornicing, picture rails, high ceilings and elegant fireplaces. A program of refurbishment has been carried out by the present owners which includes a bespoke kitchen with AGA. The former servant’s quarters now serves as a hobby room but could also be used as a double bedroom with the potential to add on an en suite creating a fabulous guest bedroom.

A grand dining room is complimented by a stunning fireplace with woodburning stove and French windows opening into the gardens, with an adjoining family room, this is the perfect entertaining space. The sitting room is filled with natural light from the bay window and has splendid views of the garden. Completing the ground floor are a useful utility room, a bathroom and generous built-in cupboards for storage. A further entrance which leads to the kitchen and hallway also links to the outbuildings, a space which has hosted children’s parties, summer barbeques and rainy day entertaining.

With a feature stained-glass window an elegant Victorian turnaround staircase leads to the first floor with three large double bedrooms which are blessed with plenty of natural light and lovely garden views. There is a further fourth bedroom which could easily double as a study or dressing room.

The gardens are an absolute joy and surround the house perfectly, inviting wildlife to the well-stocked borders and mature trees. An orchard is planted with a variety of apple and pear trees with a further kitchen-garden filled with seasonal fruits and vegetables. A hen house with run, a large lawn, tool shed, WC, log store and a charming stream bordering the property add to this oasis, a true gardener’s delight!

With historical connections, character and a fantastic location, this house has a lot to offer and will make a wonderful family home.