SITUATED close to the old Roman road of Dere Street, Dere House might have taken it's name from that period in Yorkshire's history, but in reality the house that stands today – together with Dere Cottage and Mouse Cottage – were developed from their Victorian farmhouse roots in 1998, at the same time as archaeologists were evacuating Roman burial remains in the neighbouring field (now a lake), where they discovered artefacts dating back to the 4th Century.

Set back from the road leading between Brompton-on-Swale and the village of Scorton – in Hollowbanks Hamlet this simply stunning family home enjoys both the convenience of its proximity to various towns and villages and a peaceful rural refuge looking out over fields and farmland.

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Being built of cobble from the nearby river, as opposed to stone, has given the buildings a unique façade... but that is only one of the property's many highlights.

Enter Dere House and you're welcomed into an impressive entrance hall with an eclectic mix of new and old thanks to stone flooring, part panelled walls, modern spotlights and a wrought iron galleried landing which creates an airy sense of space and light above. Off of this are a cloakroom; the media room – a snug space with a fitted media unit and wine rack, making it the ultimate setting for weekend movie marathons and match day; the bright, light and extremely spacious drawing room with full height windows offering views over the gardens plus exposed feature beams and a stone pillared fireplace (topped with a robust beam reclaimed from the original farmhouse) which is home to a double-door log burner.

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Also on the ground floor are the dining room with stone flooring, authentic beams crisscrossing overhead and French doors which provide easy access out onto the decking for alfresco dining and barbecues, and the kitchen. An appealing mix of past and present this family-friendly room is home to a corner log burner sitting within an exposed cobble alcove and has ample space for sofas and a dining table alongside the solid wood Shaker-style kitchen which is home to, amongst other things, a Range oven and granite-topped central island.

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Doors open out from the kitchen to a stone patio where a covered dining area and stone-built barbecue create a Mediterranean vibe perfect for summer parties and entertaining.

Next to the kitchen is the utility room, with abundant storage and stairs leading up to the study above.

Returning to the entrance hall and continuing past the front door will take you to a separate wing, where there's a stylish bathroom with a focal point freestanding clawfoot tub; a contemporary double bedroom with fitted glossy black wardrobes and privacy glass windows offering serene views over the side garden.

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This private wing also includes a second double bedroom.

Upstairs are the spacious master bedroom with a vaulted ceiling along one side of which are Velux windows fitted with plantation shutters that draw natural light into the room, plus a dressing room and an en-suite shower room with a double walk-in shower; two further bedrooms, one with an en-suite bathroom; a versatile snug which would be ideal as a media room or playroom, and the study.

Dere House sits in glorious gardens which include a courtyard with storage building off of it to the front of the property, lawns to the rear and sides, an area of decking which leads to the hot tub, and the patio with Spanish kitchen, barbecue and sheltered seating area.

If, after all that, you'd still like more, you certainly won't be disappointed.

Two separate cottages – Dere Cottage and Mouse Cottage – provide the opportunity to earn additional income from your home.

Currently serving as a holiday let, Dere Cottage could also be used overspill accommodation for family and friends. It comprises a large living room, family bathroom, dining room and kitchen on the ground floor, plus two bedrooms upstairs, and enjoys the use of a separate private garden.

Mouse Cottage, which is currently tenanted, has a ground floor kitchen, living room, dining room, office and bathroom, plus three bedrooms upstairs.

Dere House, Dere Cottage and Mouse Cottage are for sale together at offers over £1,25m.

For more information or to arrange a viewing, please contact Love Property on 01748 834373.

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