BUYERS looking for a property that’s a little out of the norm may find just the thing on the books at Robin Jessop Estate Agents – whether they fancy a ‘project’, a ready-to-move-into home that’s certainly unique or a piece of history looking for a new owner and use.

Buyers who fancy a bolthole in the country – and don’t mind undertaking a renovation project to create it – can snap up a traditional stone field barn in the rural hamlet of Hurst, roughly six miles from Reeth. On the market at offers in excess of £35,000, the barn benefits from a stunning setting and has full planning permission for conversion to a one-bedroom country dwelling extending to just over 38sqm with parking and a garden.

The Old Telephone Exchange – situated just north of Newsham – has potential for a variety of uses, subject to obtaining any necessary planning consents – but it should be noted that a planning application for change of use to a holiday cottage has previously been refused by Hambleton District Council. It would, however, make a perfect stable, especially if it were bought in conjunction with the adjoining field.

The guide price for The Old Telephone Exchange is £16,000, while the approximately 6.2 acres of grassland next to it is on the market at a guide price of £65,000.

The field runs down to The River Wiske, which forms its western boundary, and upon which it has fishing rights. The field and building are for sale as a whole or in two lots.

Last, but certainly not least is The Old Dovecote, an attractive grade II listed two-bedroom property in the village of East Harlsey. Positioned next to the church in the centre of the village, the property is, as its name suggests, a former dovecote.

Dating from around 1680 it has been refurbished to a high standard with reclaimed materials and has a wealth of character and charm. Complemented by beautiful gardens and grounds with excellent off-street parking, it is on the market at offers in excess of £250,000.

For information about any of these properties, please call Robin Jessop Ltd on 01677 425950.