Guide price
£230,000
4 bed detached house for saleSkipton, North Yorkshire BD23
4 beds
2 baths
1 reception
EPC Rating: F
Auction
Freehold
About this property
A charming four bedroom converted stone property ripe for upgrading.
** For sale by online auction (subject to sale prior, reserve and conditions) **
Nestling in the quaint village of Buckden in the Yorkshire Dales National Park lies Town Head Barn.
Town Head Barn is situated in the picturesque village of Buckden in North Yorkshire. The property comprises a traditional stone barn converted some years ago to basic holiday accommodation but also has the benefit of a recent planning approval for residential use subject to occupancy conditions or continued use as short term holiday accommodation
The barn itself has accommodation over two floors, with the ground floor providing two double bedrooms, bathroom, garage and workshop. To the first floor, there is a linear landing providing access to the kitchen, large living room, two further double bedrooms.
Parking is typically available in close proximity to the property, subject to availability, with the benefit of a Statutory Declaration in place relating to parking arrangements. In addition, a nearby National Trust managed garden and seating area, located approximately 40 metres from the property and including a BBQ area, offers an attractive outdoor space that may be enjoyed by residents or guests, noting this is a public amenity area.
The property requires modernisation throughout, however it does provide the perfect opportunity to create either a lovely family home or stunning holiday accommodation.
Planning was approved in June 2024 by The Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority for the change of use of the property to permit residential use in addition to a holiday let subject to a ‘Local National Park’ restriction. Full details are available within the Legal Pack.
Situation
Located on the fringe of the idyllic village of Buckden in the heart of Upper Wharfedale, Town Head Barn offers a pleasant country retreat in the heart of Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Whilst situated in a rural setting, the property is easily accessible via a regular bus service running directly through the village. The A65 and A629 are within easy reach, allowing road travel across the region. Skipton Railway Station provides direct links to Leeds and Bradford. For international travel, Leeds Bradford Airport is approximately an hour’s drive away.
Buckden itself hosts a traditional village store and a popular public house serving meals. For broader retail needs, the historic market town of Skipton features major supermarkets, alongside its famous award-winning market as well as a wide range of essential services.
There are several primary and secondary schools located within the Craven area.
Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate being on the Dales Way walking route, with miles of hiking and cycling paths on the doorstep.
Fixtures and fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale.
Services
The property is connected to mains electricity and water. Foul drainage is connected to the mains. Heating is by way of electric space heaters. None of the services, appliances, or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.
The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 1000 Mbps (data taken from on 09/04/2026). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.
We understand that the property is likely to have current mobile coverage (data taken from on 09/04/2026). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.
Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.
Local Authority
North Yorkshire Council
Public rights of way, wayleaves and easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.
Planning
The selling agents will not provide advice/guidance on the planning history for the property/land. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations. It is assumed that enquiries have been satisfied, prior to an offer being made.
Anti Money Laundering Regulations (aml)
In accordance with Anti Money Laundering Regulations (aml), we are required to request forms of identification and carry out due diligence on any parties connected to a successful offer. Should an offer be made on behalf of a business/company, aml due diligence will also be necessary. Proof/source of funding must be supplied, prior to offer acceptance.
Method of sale
The property is offered for sale by online auction method however the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by an alternative method if required.
Plans and boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.
VAT & Business Rates
The property is not opted to tax for VAT.
Finance your purchase
If you require advice on how to finance a purchase through auction, please go to our trusted partners, or ask our team for further details.
Important notices
This property is available for sale by online auction. Interested buyers will need to register in advance and complete an id verification before being able to place a bid.
There is no charge for registering. Buyers should allow sufficient time to complete this process before the time period expires. Full details can be found on Fisher German’s online auction page
Legal pack
A legal pack and any special conditions will be available on Fisher German’s online auction page and interested parties will need to register before accessing the legal documents. It is the responsibility of a prospective purchaser to make all necessary enquiries prior to the auction.
Conditions of sale
The property will, unless previously withdrawn, be sold subject to common auction conditions and special conditions of each sale may be found in the legal documents section of the Fisher German online auction page. Each purchaser shall be deemed to have notice of each condition and all the terms thereof and to bid on those terms whether they shall have inspected the said conditions or not.
Completion
Completion will take place 20 working days after exchange of contracts, unless otherwise varied and specified in the legal pack.
Fees
The purchase of this property is subject to a combined buyer and admin fee of £7,200 including VAT as stated on the auction listing. The buyer will also be required to reimburse the search fees of £670.12 inclusive of VAT.
Deposit
The full 10% deposit shall be transferred by the buyer to their solicitor for onward transmission by 12 noon the following working day to the seller’s lawyer. It is therefore essential that you instruct your solicitor ahead of the auction.
Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.
Directions
Postcode - BD23 5JA
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** For sale by online auction (subject to sale prior, reserve and conditions) **
Nestling in the quaint village of Buckden in the Yorkshire Dales National Park lies Town Head Barn.
Town Head Barn is situated in the picturesque village of Buckden in North Yorkshire. The property comprises a traditional stone barn converted some years ago to basic holiday accommodation but also has the benefit of a recent planning approval for residential use subject to occupancy conditions or continued use as short term holiday accommodation
The barn itself has accommodation over two floors, with the ground floor providing two double bedrooms, bathroom, garage and workshop. To the first floor, there is a linear landing providing access to the kitchen, large living room, two further double bedrooms.
Parking is typically available in close proximity to the property, subject to availability, with the benefit of a Statutory Declaration in place relating to parking arrangements. In addition, a nearby National Trust managed garden and seating area, located approximately 40 metres from the property and including a BBQ area, offers an attractive outdoor space that may be enjoyed by residents or guests, noting this is a public amenity area.
The property requires modernisation throughout, however it does provide the perfect opportunity to create either a lovely family home or stunning holiday accommodation.
Planning was approved in June 2024 by The Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority for the change of use of the property to permit residential use in addition to a holiday let subject to a ‘Local National Park’ restriction. Full details are available within the Legal Pack.
Situation
Located on the fringe of the idyllic village of Buckden in the heart of Upper Wharfedale, Town Head Barn offers a pleasant country retreat in the heart of Yorkshire Dales National Park.
Whilst situated in a rural setting, the property is easily accessible via a regular bus service running directly through the village. The A65 and A629 are within easy reach, allowing road travel across the region. Skipton Railway Station provides direct links to Leeds and Bradford. For international travel, Leeds Bradford Airport is approximately an hour’s drive away.
Buckden itself hosts a traditional village store and a popular public house serving meals. For broader retail needs, the historic market town of Skipton features major supermarkets, alongside its famous award-winning market as well as a wide range of essential services.
There are several primary and secondary schools located within the Craven area.
Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate being on the Dales Way walking route, with miles of hiking and cycling paths on the doorstep.
Fixtures and fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale.
Services
The property is connected to mains electricity and water. Foul drainage is connected to the mains. Heating is by way of electric space heaters. None of the services, appliances, or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.
The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 1000 Mbps (data taken from on 09/04/2026). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.
We understand that the property is likely to have current mobile coverage (data taken from on 09/04/2026). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.
Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.
Local Authority
North Yorkshire Council
Public rights of way, wayleaves and easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.
Planning
The selling agents will not provide advice/guidance on the planning history for the property/land. Interested parties are advised to make their own investigations. It is assumed that enquiries have been satisfied, prior to an offer being made.
Anti Money Laundering Regulations (aml)
In accordance with Anti Money Laundering Regulations (aml), we are required to request forms of identification and carry out due diligence on any parties connected to a successful offer. Should an offer be made on behalf of a business/company, aml due diligence will also be necessary. Proof/source of funding must be supplied, prior to offer acceptance.
Method of sale
The property is offered for sale by online auction method however the vendor reserves the right to conclude the sale by an alternative method if required.
Plans and boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendor’s agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.
VAT & Business Rates
The property is not opted to tax for VAT.
Finance your purchase
If you require advice on how to finance a purchase through auction, please go to our trusted partners, or ask our team for further details.
Important notices
This property is available for sale by online auction. Interested buyers will need to register in advance and complete an id verification before being able to place a bid.
There is no charge for registering. Buyers should allow sufficient time to complete this process before the time period expires. Full details can be found on Fisher German’s online auction page
Legal pack
A legal pack and any special conditions will be available on Fisher German’s online auction page and interested parties will need to register before accessing the legal documents. It is the responsibility of a prospective purchaser to make all necessary enquiries prior to the auction.
Conditions of sale
The property will, unless previously withdrawn, be sold subject to common auction conditions and special conditions of each sale may be found in the legal documents section of the Fisher German online auction page. Each purchaser shall be deemed to have notice of each condition and all the terms thereof and to bid on those terms whether they shall have inspected the said conditions or not.
Completion
Completion will take place 20 working days after exchange of contracts, unless otherwise varied and specified in the legal pack.
Fees
The purchase of this property is subject to a combined buyer and admin fee of £7,200 including VAT as stated on the auction listing. The buyer will also be required to reimburse the search fees of £670.12 inclusive of VAT.
Deposit
The full 10% deposit shall be transferred by the buyer to their solicitor for onward transmission by 12 noon the following working day to the seller’s lawyer. It is therefore essential that you instruct your solicitor ahead of the auction.
Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.
Directions
Postcode - BD23 5JA
What3words ///banks.numeral.manage
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