Wethercote Cottage

About this property

Helmsley 7 miles.

A traditional, stone-built, semi-detached cottage, adjoining the owners' property on their working livestock farm near Old Byland, seven miles from the delightful market town of Helmsley. Set in a peaceful location within the National Park, Wethercote Cottage has far reaching views across the North York Moors. Cosy and comfortable, the open-plan living area retains much charm and character, including ancient low ceiling beams and pine doors. A large, lawned garden complements the setting; the perfect place to sit and relax. With numerous public footpaths in the area providing excellent walking opportunities, and Thirsk and Helmsley, with their pretty market squares, tempting tea rooms and country inns within very easy reach, this makes for a great holiday. This lovely cottage is very close to Sutton Bank Bikes Ltd, where you can hire bikes for the day and explore the many cycle-ways and trails nearby. Hop onto the Cleveland Way, which passes close by, leading from Helmsley, through Thirsk and around the North York Moors National Park to the coast and down to Filey. Local attractions include Duncombe Park stately home, the James Herriot museum, Castle Howard and the historic City of York, to name but a few. A superb Yorkshire cottage in a terrific location.

Situated on the southern edge of the North York Moors National Park and set in a sheltered corner of Upper Ryedale, Helmsley is a vibrant market town with a spacious square. Surrounded by houses, hotels and shops, the town centre is a lively shopping district. The area is historically important too, and boasts a 12th Century castle in addition to English Heritage's Rievaulx Abbey. With excellent walking throughout the region, the Cleveland Way is a perfect opportunity to explore the North York Moors. The Cathedral city of York is less than an hour's drive south, whilst Scarborough and the east coast are just over an hour away. Pickering and the beginning of the famous steam railway line - the North Yorkshire Moors Railway – is within 30 minutes drive.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms with TV: 1 x double, 1 x twin.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Open plan living area with Smart TV, kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric fire.

Central heating with electric fire.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, 3 x TVs (inc Smart TV in living area) radio/CD, WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Cot/fold up bed available on request (only room for one of them).

Off road parking for 2 cars.

Lawned front garden with furniture.

One well-behaved dog welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Pub 4 miles, shop 7 miles.

Please note: The property has recently been fully refurbished.