Vermont is an impressive Victorian townhouse in the heart of Harrogate; a vibrant and historic town known for its beautiful gardens, elegant architecture and thriving cultural scene. Brought right into the 21st Century with a meticulous renovation, this property is ideally located for those who want to be in the heart of the action. Careful consideration has been given to every aspect of the design and a sophisticated palette of Farrow & Ball creates an inviting property that anyone would be fortunate to call home. No stone has been left unturned as this magnificent home’s Victorian charm has been reinstated.
Vermont, Harlow Moor Drive, Harrogate, HG2 0JY
£1,500,000
Finer Details
- Victorian period home
- Recently and lovingly restored to the highest standard
- 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
- Exquisite bespoke dining kitchen with balcony over garden
- Enclosed south-facing courtyard garden
- Detached garage suitable for use as gym or home office
- Self-contained 2 bed, 2 bath, lower ground floor flat
- Central location
- Overlooks Valley Gardens – 17 acres of parkland
- Within Harrogate Grammar School catchment area
Come On In…
Stone steps lead up to the front door where the original stained glass windows bounces colourful light prisms across the hallway’s checkerboard tile floor and ornate plaster arch.
The elegant living room sits at the front with herringbone wooden flooring trimmed in brass. Light pours into the room through the box-bay window, sheltered from the street below by white plantation blinds. Ambient lighting sets the perfect mood, whether snuggling up on the sofa in front of a roaring fire and a good movie or enjoying cocktails with dinner party guests as the ceiling halo light creates the ideal atmosphere.
The cloakroom has surprisingly bright decor, adorned with William Morris wallpaper for a vibrant finish. It has a WC and wash hand basin in keeping with Victorian styling.
“It has been so wonderful being able to call Vermont our home.”
Beautiful Kitchen…
The showstopping kitchen is a social space that amalgamates the home’s elegance with modern convenience and space to gather the family together. Bespoke cabinetry, painted in Studio Green with multiple coats to ensure a hard-wearing finish, sits beneath leather-finished granite worktops. There is a Fisher & Paykel American-style fridge freezer, two built-in dishwashers, a Range cooker and a built-in Miele oven for cooking your meals, all great for when you have a large family gathering or party. The central island has a Shaws of Darwin Belfast sink and a second fridge; it is also the perfect place to lean as you chat over a glass of wine while dinner is prepared. Porcelain tiles cover the floor and there is an exposed brick chimney and fire surround housing a wood burner for extra cosiness in the winter. You can prepare a cocktail for your guests from the bespoke bar and the magnificent Fisher & Paykel 128-bottle wine chiller ensures your drinks are ready to serve. Two separate French doors lead out onto the bespoke wraparound terrace which looks over the garden at the rear; a wonderful place to enjoy a moment of quiet in the morning before the household wakes up.
An entirely concealed door leads into the walk-in pantry where you will find a chalkboard wall for shopping lists and doodles alike, as well as shelving and storage. There is also an enclosed larder cupboard and breakfast bar.
“We have had some fantastic parties here; the home really lends itself to guests and gatherings.”
Time For Bed…
The treads of the stairs are painted black with a central runner carpet and the panelled walls from the hallway extend up to the first floor.
The principal suite is a luxurious space to retire after a busy day. Walk through the dressing area that is fitted with bespoke wardrobes, ensuring plenty of storage. As you move into the bedroom, the neutral palette and Colefax & Fowler wallpaper exudes calm and the copper bath that takes centre stage is a fabulous addition. Close the door to the beautiful chaos of family life and take a minute for yourself. Push open the secret door to the en-suite which has a walk-in wet-room-style shower with a glass screen, a wash hand basin and a WC.
The guest bedroom is a bright room with lovely wallpaper from Colefax & Fowler. There is wooden flooring and bespoke built-in wardrobes for storage. The onyx-tiled en-suite has a roll-top bath and a wet-room-style shower with a glass screen.
Clever Convenience…
The laundry is conveniently located on the first floor, eliminating the need to carry laundry up and down the stairs. The bespoke cabinetry matches the kitchen downstairs and houses two Samsung washing machines and a tumble dryer. A Shaws of Darwin sink and two concealed laundry baskets complete this practical space.
Beautiful Bedrooms…
On the second floor there is another bedroom with an en-suite shower room and two other bedrooms, as well as a sixth bedroom that is currently used as an office. There is also a tiled house bathroom here with a roll-top bath, wet-room-style shower, wash hand basin and WC.
Annexe…
Located on the lower ground floor of the property is an entirely separate, self-contained two-bedroom apartment. Decorated in the same Farrow & Ball colour palette, this apartment offers a fantastic opportunity for a separate rental or a granny annexe.
Outside Spaces…
At the rear of the home is a low-maintenance, paved garden with a flower bed for an added pop of colour. There is also a very versatile, fully insulated garage with power and windows that offers a fantastic opportunity to create a home gym or office space.
