Hollygarth, Oswaldkirk, York

No onward chain, 3 bedroom cottage with far-reaching southerly views, situated in the heart of a popular village close to Helmsley.

Hollygarth is an appealing semi-detached house constructed of stone with a pantile roof, occupying a pleasant spot in the heart of the village. The house has the advantage of a south facing elevation to the rear and fine views across open countryside, particularly from the first floor. There is a useful covered porch at the front of the property and, internally, the whole offers well-proportioned accommodation. The sitting room has fitted shelves and an open fireplace; it is open plan to the dining room which has sliding doors giving access to the courtyard garden. Double doors open to the well-equipped, fitted kitchen. Upstairs are two double bedrooms and a single bedroom all served by a modern bathroom.

Entrance and staircase hall, sitting room open plan to dining room, kitchen, cloakroom/wc
3 bedrooms, house bathroom
Small gardens to the front and rear
Single garage, private parking space, garden

Outside - To the front of the house is a small, lawned garden bounded by a low wall. At the rear is a south facing, raised courtyard garden predominantly paved with a lawned area; the whole is fully enclosed. A garden gate gives access to the single garage with parking space in front.

Environs - Helmsley 4 miles, York 20 miles, Thirsk 11 miles, Malton 11 miles

Oswaldkirk lies between the North York Moors National Park to the north and the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty to the south. Within the village is a thriving village hall and Grade II* listed church. Further amenities are found in neighbouring Ampleforth including a village store, two public houses, a primary school, medical centre and the renowned Ampleforth College. A range of facilities are also available at the nearby market town of Helmsley, some four miles away. Thirsk Railway Station runs a Grand Central service directly to London Kings Cross in about two hours as well as a TransPennine Express service to York, Leeds and Manchester Airport. A mainline railway service at York also offers a direct connection to Kings Cross. The A1M gives access to the north and south with international airports at Leeds and Manchester. Excellent schooling in the surrounding area includes local primary and secondary schools along with prep school Terrington School and top independent schools in York. ‘Outstanding’ Ryedale Secondary School is located in the village of Nawton Beadlam just to the east of Helmsley.

General - Tenure: Freehold
EPC Rating: D
Services & Systems: Mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil-fired central heating.
Fixtures & Fittings: Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others, such as fitted carpets, curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments etc., are specifically excluded but may be made available by separate negotiation.
Viewing: Strictly by appointment
Local Authority: North Yorkshire Council Conservation area
Directions: On approaching the village from York (B1363) turn left into the village and Hollygarth is on the left hand side almost opposite the traditional red telephone box.

Photographs, particulars and showreel: February 2023
NB: Google map images may neither be current nor a true representation.