Prospect House

About this property

Leyburn 8.2 miles. Hawes 11.2 miles. Situated in the pretty village of Thoralby, one and a half miles from Aysgarth Falls, in the heart of Wensleydale in North Yorkshire, is this delightful stone cottage. The cottage is full of character with beamed ceilings and a quirky layout. Prospect House offers a superb base for families and friends alike, looking to explore this picturesque region. Internally, the property has been renovated to provide stylishly decorated rooms, with high-quality furnishings. The open-plan kitchen is wonderfully-appointed to the front of the cottage, with pristine white units and wooden worktops showcasing the level of quality this property has. Follow through to the games room (including a few card/board games and young children's toys) which acts as a utility area, housing the washing machine and fridge freezer. Your little ones will delight in this area as it houses a variety of games for them to play with and is sure to keep them entertained for hours! The first floor houses the spacious sitting room, with two sofas and an armchair, so you can relax and unwind, with the woodburning stove to keep you warm during those chilly evenings. The property has four bedrooms spaced across two floors: ranging from three doubles and a bunk room, with plenty of furniture to store your personal items. Boasting a TV in every bedroom, so you and your little ones can enjoy your favourite shows in a morning, without needing to move from the bed! Delight in the en-suite shower room and family bathroom, with high-quality fixtures and fittings. Outside is a delightful front lawned garden and patio area with furniture, the perfect spot to sit out and enjoy this picturesque setting with a refreshing drink. Off-road parking is available for three cars. A few miles from the market town of Leyburn, which boasts a number of historical attractions, including The Forbidden Corner, a walled garden which was originally built as a folly and offers a unique look into architecture and statues. Leyburn also offers the lovely Middleham Castle, a 12th-century castle once being the home of Richard III, with an on-site shop, while the 14th-century Bolton Castle offers guided tours, with falconry experiences and a tearoom for a spot of lunch. Nearby Hawes is also home to Wensleydale Creamery. Due to its position inside the Yorkshire Dales National Park, you are well-placed for accessing a variety of nature reserves, with unspoilt countryside gardens and pathways for keen walkers and cyclists. Return to Prospect House for a relaxing evening with your family in front of the fire.

Leyburn is a market town and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England, situated in the Richmondshire district. The town offers a delightful market square hosting a number of pubs and restaurants serving fine food and real Yorkshire ale, as well as a variety of independent shops and supermarkets for all of your amenities. Situated just outside the Yorkshire Dales National Park, you are well-placed for exploring some picturesque sites.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Four bedrooms: 1 x first floor double with en-suite shower room with shower, basin and WC, 2 x second floor double, 1 x second floor bunk bed.

Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Ground floor cloakroom with basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

First floor sitting room.

Games room.

Oil central heating, woodburning stove.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher,TV and WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking for 3 cars.

Front lawned garden and patio area with furniture.

Two travel cots (located under bunk beds).

A highchair is always at the property and does not need to be requested.

One well-behaved small-medium dog welcome.

Sorry no smoking.

Shop and pub 1 mile.

No stag/hen parties or groups of teenagers.
Note - This property has two sets of stairs without stair gates - the property may not be suitable for toddlers.

Please note customers must purchase their own sticks and logs to use the woodburning stove.
Note: The main bathroom for the three top floor bedrooms is on the middle floor so it does involve stairs.
Note: There are low ceilings in the games room and beams in the main lounge.
Note: The garden is not enclosed, so not ideal for toddlers or dogs who like to wander.