High Street, Helmsley

Foxglove Cottage is situated on the fringes of Helmsley, within easy, level walking distance to the centre of this popular market town. A traditional stone and tile character cottage which from first glance appears relatively modest, however through a series of skilful extensions at the rear and to the side and clever internal reconfiguration, the house provides over 1,500 square feet of adaptable accommodation, providing up to four bedrooms in total.Recently updated and improved, with a stylish kitchen fitted just 18 months ago, oak floors fitted to much of the ground floor, renewed windows to part and general redecoration, the cottage is a lovely combination of character touches with a more modern range of accommodation. Entrance vestibule through to a cosy front facing sitting room, inner hall with cloakroom and a large sun/living room with open fire and doors opening out onto the garden. Lengthy kitchen attractively appointed with  fitted cabinetry, quartz style worktops and integrated appliances. Upstairs is a main master bedroom with en-suite, three further bedrooms, one with cloakroom and the main house bathroom. On the second floor is a home office/study.For a property on the High Street Foxglove Cottage stands apart with generous gardens, off street parking, workshop and a large double car port. The garden is elevated and enjoys sun from all angles with lawn, vegetable garden and a sheltered terraced eating and entertaining area.Helmsley is a very attractive market town situated on the southern fringe of the North York Moors National Park. With a weekly market, an eclectic range of smart shops, hostelries and restaurants and high-class delicatessens the town is a highly regarded tourist destination. The opportunities for outdoor recreation are endless, with lovely walks in Duncombe Park to the south of the town and the Hambleton Hills to the north. The town has a wide range of amenities, including surgery, library, thriving arts centre and recreation ground.