Three bedroom home beneath a Grade II-listed 170-year-old VIADUCT goes on the market for £695,000 

A unique three-bedroom home built beneath a 19th century viaduct has gone on the market for £695,000.

The bungalow, in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, sits in the shadow of a Grade-II* listed four-arch bridge over the idyllic River Nidd.

The Knaresborough Viaduct was built in 1851 and stands at 80.5ft tall – after an initial version of the beloved bridge collapsing into the river in March 1848 following a construction error.

But the viaduct, which links Knaresborough to Harrogate, wasn’t always so popular and was once described by a historian as ‘one of the most notable railway crimes in England’.

It was created by the Leeds and Thirsk Railway company, who planned to broaden the Yorkshire line westwards. 

This waterside property, on the market with Hopkinsons, sits directly beneath the 170-year-old viaduct.

The bungalow (above, left), in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, sits in the shadow of a Grade-II* listed four-arch bridge over the idyllic River Nidd

This waterside property, on the market with Hopkinsons, sits directly beneath the 170-year-old, Grade-II* listed viaduct

This waterside property, on the market with Hopkinsons, sits directly beneath the 170-year-old, Grade-II* listed viaduct

Stunning views of the River Nidd can be enjoyed from a spacious outside terrace, while the homeowner would also boast a sleek and modern interior

Stunning views of the River Nidd can be enjoyed from a spacious outside terrace, while the homeowner would also boast a sleek and modern interior

The spacious kitchen has a modern finish, with glossy black countertops and a kitchen island for entertaining

The spacious kitchen has a modern finish, with glossy black countertops and a kitchen island for entertaining

Stunning views of the River Nidd can be enjoyed from a spacious outside terrace, while the homeowner would also boast a sleek and modern interior.

The detached home has three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and an open-plan living space.

The listing reads: ‘An extremely rare opportunity to acquire a unique three-bedroomed detached house on the waterfront of Knaresborough.

‘Offering spacious and open plan accommodation with stunning views of the river Nidd and Knaresborough Viaduct.’  

The Knaresborough Viaduct was built in 1851 and stands at 80.5ft tall - after an initial version of the beloved bridge collapsing into the river in March 1848 following a construction error

The Knaresborough Viaduct was built in 1851 and stands at 80.5ft tall – after an initial version of the beloved bridge collapsing into the river in March 1848 following a construction error

The house boasts a spacious open-plan living area including a sitting room. kitchen and large dining area

The house boasts a spacious open-plan living area including a sitting room. kitchen and large dining area

There are three modern bathrooms inside the waterside bungalow, including a family bathroom and two ensuites

There are three modern bathrooms inside the waterside bungalow, including a family bathroom and two ensuites

The property has plenty of windows to allow the homeowner to enjoy glorious views over the neighbouring River Nidd

The property has plenty of windows to allow the homeowner to enjoy glorious views over the neighbouring River Nidd

The living space is open and airy, with high ceilings and plenty of windows so the waterside views can be enjoyed

The living space is open and airy, with high ceilings and plenty of windows so the waterside views can be enjoyed

There are three bedrooms inside the bungalow, including a master bedroom and two smaller guest rooms

There are three bedrooms inside the bungalow, including a master bedroom and two smaller guest rooms

The property totals 1686 square feet, with a designated storage area to the right of the third bedroom

The property totals 1686 square feet, with a designated storage area to the right of the third bedroom

The floor plan of the impressive three bedroom, three bathroom property in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire

The floor plan of the impressive three bedroom, three bathroom property in Knaresborough, North Yorkshire 

It continues: ‘With gas fired central heating the living accommodation comprises of an entrance door leading into the modern fitted kitchen with granite worktops.

‘A gas Rangemaster cooker, integrated fridge, freezer and dishwasher with plumbing for a washing machine.

‘The open plan living space continues into the dining area with large wooden double doors leading out onto the terrace, then the living room at the most southerly part of the property and more double doors outside and on the whole creating a superb living and entertaining space.

‘The bedrooms are to the rear of the property which include, master bedroom suite with en suite shower room with walk in shower, w/c and hand basin.

The patio space at the front of the property has room for outdoor seating so the homeowner can enjoy the river views

The patio space at the front of the property has room for outdoor seating so the homeowner can enjoy the river views

The viaduct, which links Knaresborough to Harrogate, wasn't always so popular and was once described by a historian as 'one of the most notable railway crimes in England'

The viaduct, which links Knaresborough to Harrogate, wasn’t always so popular and was once described by a historian as ‘one of the most notable railway crimes in England’

The property also benefits from off-street parking and sits directly underneath the 19th century viaduct

The property also benefits from off-street parking and sits directly underneath the 19th century viaduct

‘Second double bedroom with en suite bathroom with travertine tiles, bath, walk in shower, w/c and hand basin.

‘A good sized third bedroom which is currently being used as a dressing room and there is a useful storage cupboard too, modern house bathroom with bath, w/c and hand basins.

‘Outside there is an easy to maintain terraced area which offers superb views over the river Nidd and also the Knaresborough Viaduct.

‘The property also benefits from off street parking.’