In the late mediaeval period, Bouthwaite was a lodge associated with Dacre, itself a grange of Fountains Abbey.
Remains of various associated buildings survived until the 20th century, but were then demolished so that farm outbuildings could be built.
The house was grade II* listed in 1967, at which time part of it had been subdivided as Grange Cottage.
The central doorway has a chamfered surround and a dated and initialled basket arched lintel.
The windows either have a single light, or are chamfered and mullioned, some with hood moulds.