2 bed terraced house for sale

Honeysuckle Cottage, The Terrace, Oswaldkirk, Near Helmsley YO62

A pretty, two-bedroom period cottage enjoying spectacular views across open countryside in a sought-after village within the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and on the edge of the North York Moors.

Honeysuckle Cottage occupies a slightly elevated position along The Terrace, a quiet no-through lane within the sought after village of Oswaldkirk. This pretty, mid terrace cottage is constructed of solid stone walls beneath a slate roof and enjoys sensational views across open countryside to the south.

The cottage is well-appointed, and its neutrally decorated accommodation is arranged over two floors and benefits from both electric central heating and sealed unit double-glazing. In brief it comprises sitting room with multi-fuel stove and dining area off, a fitted kitchen and utility room. Upstairs there are two bedrooms and a shower room.

Externally there is a delightful patio garden to the front which is set above the lane and is an ideal spot to dine outdoors whilst enjoying the view. At the rear, steps lead up to a a former orchard, high above the cottage. For those with ‘green fingers’ it presents an exciting opportunity and even better views.

Oswaldkirk is a pretty village, pleasantly situated in an attractive area of countryside between the North York Moors National Park and the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village is well placed for easy access to the Georgian market town of Helmsley, located approximately 4 miles north and the neighbouring village of Ampleforth some 2 ½ miles west.

Sitting Room (14' 9'' x 11' 10'' (4.5m x 3.6m) (max))

Cast iron multi-fuel stove set on a stone hearth within a brick recess with timber mantel. Staircase to the first floor. Understairs cupboard. Television point. Stripped floorboards. Exposed beams. Casement window and stable door to the front.

Dining Area (9' 6'' x 5' 11'' (2.9m x 1.8m))

Stripped floorboards. Exposed beams. Casement window to the rear with window seat. Radiator.

Kitchen (7' 10'' x 7' 10'' (2.4m x 2.4m))

Range of kitchen cabinets incorporating a ceramic sink unit. Four ring ceramic hob with extractor hood above. Electric oven. Recessed spotlights. Loft hatch. Casement window and door to the side. Radiator.

Utility Room (5' 11'' x 4' 7'' (1.8m x 1.4m))

Kitchen worktop and wall cupboards. Automatic washing machine point. Dishwasher point. Recessed spotlights.

First Floor

Landing

Loft hatch. Recessed spotlights.

Bedroom One (11' 6'' x 9' 6'' (3.5m x 2.9m) (max))

Fitted wardrobe. Airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder with electric immersion heater. Casement window to the front. Radiator.

Bedroom Two (8' 10'' x 5' 11'' (2.7m x 1.8m) (max))

Fitted double bed base with storage underneath. Recessed spotlights. Casement window to the rear. Radiator.

Shower Room (5' 11'' x 5' 7'' (1.8m x 1.7m) (min))

White suite comprising corner shower cubicle, wash basin in vanity unit, and low flush WC. Recessed spotlights. Casement window to the rear. Heated towel rail.

Outside

To the front of the cottage is a very pleasant, paved terrace, which is perfectly positioned to take advantage of the far-reaching views. From the back of the property, steps lead up to a former orchard, which has great potential and even better views.