Main Street, Acklam, YO17

An exquisite, contemporary cottage, with fine attention to detail, far-reaching views and impressive character detail. Featuring a wonderful reception space with a relaxing, ambient atmosphere, the gardens offer an oasis, and the tranquil setting enhances this property beautifully.

This is a beautiful and welcoming home which is presented in a superior condition and has been meticulously cared for and improved. The property has fantastic accommodation and is perfectly enhanced for modern living, being situated within a charming and peaceful setting, highly convenient for York, Malton and Pocklington.

This desirable property has outstanding accommodation with high quality and tasteful fixtures, this stunning home has had multiple improvements to enrich this property. Benefitting from being naturally light throughout; the accommodation offers wonderful flexible space, and this strengthens the living and entertaining capacity of the whole house. It is in an ideal position, within walking distance of beautiful country walks.

The property has been meticulously refurbished to an exceptional standard and is in excellent condition. There is beautiful space for formal and family dining and entertaining and this flows into the beautiful garden. The layout has been designed to allow the full benefit of the views onto the private garden and open countryside. The space has been planned to capture lovely natural light. The accommodation provides attractive proportions, there is the benefit of new windows with Heritage glass, oak doors, underfloor heating in the ground floor and handmade, bespoke finishes. The quality of the finish and attention to detail is rarely found.

Time, care, and attention to detail has been invested throughout the house which has resulted in a rare opportunity to live in this immaculate and pristine property. With a layout that flows harmoniously throughout, it is a perfect home.

Property description.
The naturally bright entrance porch offers a welcoming and warm feel to the house. There are two reception rooms to the front, both offering flexible and attractive space and an inviting feel, where the entertaining scope can be fully maximised. One has a multi-fuel stove and both have pretty views to the front. The ground floor has York stone flagged floors throughout, together with underfloor heating throughout the ground floor. New beams were installed adding to the rich character and texture of the space. The striking kitchen has bespoke elements and provides a stunning focal point to enhance the welcoming atmosphere. There are many refined touches such including the solid wood worksurface, stainless steel splashback and upstand and minimalist deep grey units.

The dining area is beyond the kitchen, and this provides exceptional formal dining and family entertaining capacity. With double height ceilings, a stunning stained glass window making an impressive feature and light fills the room throughout the day.

There are views from all parts onto the garden and the beautiful countryside. The new staircase adds to the integrity of the character of the cottage with finely crafted metal spindles and an elegant handrail, the
blend of contemporary and character blended seamlessly. There is a useful ground floor WC with modern white fittings.

Both double bedrooms provide beautiful space and a warm and relaxing feel, each with heritage style radiators and lovely views to the front. The bathroom is a design highlight with careful thought, time and attention to detail which has created a stunning bathroom. The copper freestanding bath is a real highlight and it is complemented by a large walk-in shower with a rainfall showerhead, brass taps, with a marble top with inset basin and storage below. The high ceilings with exposed beams, leaded glass window with some stained glass enhance the room perfectly.

Outside.
The pretty cottage style garden to the front instantly catches the eye and sets the double fronted house off perfectly. There is side access from the front to the rear. The raised rear garden offers the most attractive, elevated and stunning views over open countryside. There is a terrace and patio with a Pergola where the open views can be fully enjoyed. Adjacent is a garden room used as utility space and provides useful additional and flexible room.

Services.
Underfloor heating to the whole ground floor. Drainage to septic tank. Mains electricity.

Directions.
Postcode – Y017 9RG
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Location.
Acklam is a charming and pretty village, which has been un-spoilt and retains the character expected of a Yorkshire village. It lies in the heart of the rolling Wolds Countryside and this offers some of the finest views across Yorkshire as walking, cycling and multiple recreational opportunities. There are plenty of walks to enjoy from the doorstep and The Half Moon Inn is at the far end of the village. The local primary school in Leavening is about 1 mile to the north, which is also home to The Jolly Farmer Inn.

The nearby village of Burythorpe has a village hall, cricket field, children’s play park, and the Church of All Saints is positioned strikingly at the brow of a hill. The Bay Horse pub is within the village centre and Burythorpe House is located on the northern edge. This is a country house hotel, home of The Priory restaurant for breakfast, lunches, and dinner.

The historic market town of Malton, known as the food capital of Yorkshire is about 5 miles to the north of Burythorpe. This thriving town is home to a variety of independent retailers and there is an excellent choice of coffee shops, restaurants and pubs, gift and homeware shops and traditional high street shops. There are high quality fashion and country wear retailers, beauty, homes, and interiors shops plus professional service firms. There are many amenities for sport, culture, and recreation. Malton has major supermarkets, a train station for access to York and Scarborough and the A64 is adjacent allowing access to the east coast, York, and Leeds.

Pocklington is a historic and traditional market town with a wonderful variety of high-quality independent retailers including coffee shops, restaurants, butchers, bakers, gift shops and home /interior design shops. The town has strong state and independent schooling with a choice of nurseries, primary and secondary education. There are national supermarkets and quick access onto the A1079 to head east and west. A rich variety of sporting, recreational, educational, and cultural activities are available. Francis Scaife Sports Centre has a swimming pool, gym, squash courts, a variety of fitness classes, sports clubs, and sports hall. Burnby Hall Gardens located within Pocklington is “a jewel in Yorkshire’s crown” and home to a national collection of water lilies, the gardens host an annual tulip festival, Sunday brass band concerts and has a well-regarded tearoom. The Pocklington Arts Centre is a popular and well-known asset in the town and is home to cinema, music, comedy, and theatre productions.

The historic city of York is within reach and commuting distance. York offers an excellent range of high quality, independent and national retailers, sporting, cultural and recreational facilities expected from such a well-regarded city, together with its famous racecourse. The mainline railway station in York provides services to all parts of the UK and a fast train to London Kings Cross in under 2 hours. Strong state and independent schools are all with a viable school run.