Marsland Barn, near Ripon, North Yorkshire, is on the market

The bonus is that inside they are often so much more than you imagine – often a marvel of design and ingenuity.

Such is the case with Marsland Barn.

This unique architect-designed barn is a sympathetic yet stylish conversion with an exceptional open-plan layout forming an L-shape with a beautifully landscaped enclosed garden at its centre.

Marsland Barn blends seamlessly with its rural surroundings, yet within its walls is a spectacular and comfortable village home conducive to modern living and sociable entertaining.

The property has a flexible layout which can accommodate everything from multi-generational living through to being used as an indulgent private retreat for the owners and their guests.

Entering the property via the reception hall gives an immediate sense of the scale and quality of accommodation on offer.

One of the many highlights of this stunning property is the spectacular double aspect open-plan living space which is in excess of 68 foot long, and is cleverly defined to create separate areas including a bespoke breakfast kitchen with fitted units and central island, dining room and sitting room. It’s the perfect space for entertaining on a grand scale.

Adjoining the drawing room is a games room/office which currently houses a full-size snooker table and is flooded with natural light thanks to a series of French doors which leads directly to the enclosed garden.

Also on the ground floor is a utility room off the kitchen area.

Upstairs is a stylish library with a comfortable seating area which leads to the striking galleried landing.

The first floor accommodation comprises a beautifully appointed family bathroom and four generous double bedrooms, including the luxurious master and guest bedroom suites. One of the bedrooms is currently used as a dedicated dressing room.

A concealed glazed staircase leads to a further double bedroom on the second floor.

Marsland Barn is situated off a quiet country lane on the edge of the picturesque village of Sharow, around one mile from Ripon, and is approached via a gravelled parking area with ample parking space for a number of vehicles.

Of particular note is the property’s newly-created landscaped woodland gardens and grounds to the northern boundary which measure approximately 0.4 acres and have been mainly laid to lawn and fully planted with shrub and flower borders bounded by established trees and planting.

There is a further enclosed garden with lawns and established planted raised flower beds, shrub borders and water feature. A recent addition to these lovely gardens is the installation of a bespoke garden room with heating and lighting – a fabulous space for informal entertaining which could equally be used as a home office.

Within the enclosed garden is a useful covered area which is an ideal garden store.

Marsland Barn is on the market at offers over £1m.

For more information or to arrange a viewing, please contact Buchanan Mitchell on 01423 360055.