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See how verdicts work3-bedroom semi-detached house · YO62 5ES
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A BEAUTIFUL THREE BEDROOM COTTAGE WITH PARKING IN THIS EXCLUSIVE GATED DEVELOPMENT IN THE HEART OF THE SOUGHT AFTER MARKET TOWN OF HELMSLEY. IDEAL FOR A MAIN RESIDENCE, SECOND HOME OR INVESTMENT.
NEARBY: Helmsley Market Square 300 yards, York 24 miles ACCOMMODATION: Ground floor: Entrance, open plan kitchen/living/dining area, w/c First floor: 2 double bedrooms with ensuites.
Second floor: Spacious bedroom with ensuite and fitted wardrobes. Outside: Terraced garden/dining area. Private parking.
INTRODUCTION: This beautifully presented home offers the rare combination of peaceful, secure living with immediate access to one of North Yorkshire's most sought-after market towns.
Designed for modern living, the ground floor features a stylish open-plan layout, with a high-specification kitchen flowing seamlessly into a bright and inviting living space.
French doors open onto a sunny private terrace, creating the perfect setting for entertaining or relaxing. A log-burning stove provides a cosy focal point for winter months.
Across the upper floors, the property offers: • Two generous double bedrooms on the first floor, both with ensuite facilities and fitted wardrobes • An impressive top-floor principal suite, offering space, privacy and excellent storage The home is finished to a high standard throughout, including underfloor heating, and smart lighting, creating a comfortable and contemporary living environment.
Outside, the property benefits from a private terrace ideal for al fresco dining, along with a designated parking space within the secure gated courtyard.
A pedestrian gate provides direct access to the market square, placing Helmsley's shops, restaurants and amenities quite literally on your doorstep.
Situated on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, Helmsley is one of Yorkshire's most desirable market towns, known for its historic charm, vibrant food scene and boutique shops.
With countryside, coast and renowned attractions nearby, this is a location that offers both lifestyle and long-term appeal.
ENVIRONS: Situated on the edge of the North York Moors National Park, Helmsley is one of Yorkshire's most desirable market towns, known for its historic charm, vibrant food scene and boutique shops.
With countryside, coast and renowned attractions nearby, this is a location that offers both lifestyle and long-term appeal.
SERVICES: We are advised that the property has mains water, electric and drainage. The central heating is from a main gas-fired boiler.
LOCAL AUTHORITY: North Yorkshire Council TENURE DETAILS: We are advised that the property is freehold and that vacant possession will be granted on legal completion.
DIRECTIONS: Entering Helmsley on the A170 follow along Bondgate to the roundabout and take the third exit onto Elmslac Close. Take the first turning left into Black Swan Yard.
Entering Helmsley on the B1257, travel past the Feversham Arms Hotel and Spa and take the next left onto Canons Garth Lane and see the sign for Black Swan Yard.
VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS: Strictly through Croft.
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