A former tearoom near a historic monument is set to be turned into holiday accommodation.
Plans have been submitted for the change of use of buildings on the Jervaulx Abbey Estate, between Leyburn and Masham.
The proposals seek permission to convert Park House from a private dwelling into holiday accommodation, alongside the reconfiguration of the former tearoom building into three self-contained cottages.
These would comprise two two-bedroom units and one one-bedroom holiday cottage, with associated internal alterations and a modest extension.
According to the application, the scheme forms part of a wider strategy to secure the future viability of the estate, which supports the maintenance of the abbey
It states that the permanent closure of the tearooms has left substantial parts of the building underused, with only limited ongoing use linked to a small cake business.
The development would make use of existing buildings, with limited external changes and a focus on internal reconfiguration.
Park House would also be adapted for holiday use, with the application noting that previous permission for use as a bed and breakfast exists, although it has not been implemented.
Supporting documents state: “The proposals make effective use of existing buildings, avoiding the need for substantial new development in a sensitive rural and heritage setting.
“The design approach is restrained and carefully considered. External alterations are limited, with the majority of changes occurring internally.
“Where external works are proposed, they are modest, functional and designed to improve the usability and longevity of the buildings.
The changes would enable Park House to be repurposed for visitor stays linked to weddings and tourism at the estate.
The application argues the changes would support the estate’s tourism and wedding offer, provide additional visitor accommodation, and generate income to assist with the ongoing maintenance of Jervaulx Abbey.
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