Race Terrace, Great Ayton, Middlesbrough, TS9 6NS

A charming period cottage with great potential, in a picturesque location and yet close to the High Street. Full of character and period features, this delightful mid-terrace stone cottage provides the opportunity for you to create your perfect home. Set in a lovely position with a beautiful outlook towards the church, this cottage also benefits from a quaint courtyard garden to the rear with a useful brick outbuilding – in need of refurbishment. This lovely cottage is ideal for first-time buyers, as a holiday home, or an investment, e.g. a charming AirBnB.

This little gem is now ready for you to put your own stamp on to create a truly special property in a lovely setting. As there is no onward chain – early viewing is highly recommended!

Entrance Lobby

A welcoming space - ideal for coats, shoes and everyday essentials – with a composite entrance door, designed to be both in keeping and heat retaining.

Living Room

Bursting with charm and featuring a stunning cast iron fireplace with a brick surround and quarry tiled hearth, exposed beams and an antique pine-fronted cupboard with shelving. A front window frames the picturesque view over to the church. Doors lead through to the kitchen and staircase.

Kitchen

Crisp and smart in blue and white, this kitchen is compact yet practical, with a range of wall and base units, an integrated oven and gas hob, and space under the stairs for a fridge/freezer. Part tiled walls, a rear window, and a door leading out to the courtyard complete the space.

First Floor

Landing – With part window to the rear and doors leading to both rooms. Access to the loft.

Double Bedroom

A charming and surprisingly spacious bedroom, featuring exposed wooden floorboards, cast iron fireplace, an antique pine fitted wardrobe, additional storage cupboard with shelving and a window to the front offering wonderful open views across to the church.

Bathroom

Updated with a three-piece suite comprising low-level WC and pedestal wash basin, plus a separate shower. Wooden floorboards, part tiled walls, a storage cupboard housing the boiler (with extra room for towels), and a window to the rear aspect.

Externally

Front Garden - A small area laid with stone, which could be kept low-maintenance or transformed into a pretty cottage style frontage.

Rear Courtyard – ready for a typical cottage, or striking town garden design, and with a most useful and versatile brick and tile outbuilding, which has 2 sections and water connected. This could be used for storage and, if power were to be connected (subject to regulations), as a utility/boot room, a workshop, or even a creative studio (subject to refurbishment).

Additional Information - There is right of access across the rear, which is denoted by the gates, for bins etc. and for the neighbour to access their outbuilding door. If you have a dog - this garden could be made secure. This lovely cottage is not a Listed building but it is in a Conservation Area. Please feel free to speak to Kathryn Barr Estate Agents for further information.

Location and Amenities

Nestled at the foot of the North York Moors National Park, this picturesque village is the perfect setting for buyers looking to enjoy the best of North Yorkshire living. The River Leven meanders through the village centre, adding to its scenic appeal, while walking routes lead up to the iconic Roseberry Topping. There is a vibrant community including dramatic society; lawn bowls, tennis, cricket and football clubs.  

Eateries and Cafés: A good variety of pubs and eateries – from traditional Yorkshire fare to fine, modern cuisine. Various cafés plus the famous Suggitt’s Ice Cream Parlour.

Shopping and Amenities: A number of independent shops, including a butcher – renowned for their pies, and a Co-op supermarket. There are also medical and dental practices.

Schools: Primary school set in the heart of the village; secondary school and sixth form in Stokesley and a co-educational private day school in Yarm. 

Transport Links: Excellent connectivity for commuters. Village train station with services to Middlesbrough and Whitby. Nearby A172 and A19 offer good access to Teesside, Stokesley, Guisborough and beyond. Northallerton and Darlington provide superb train services to Edinburgh, Newcastle, Manchester, York and London Kings Cross.

Approximate Distances: 

Stokesley 3 miles; Guisborough 6.9 miles; Middlesbrough 8.2 miles; Saltburn-by-the-Sea 10.8 miles; Teesside Park (shopping, eateries & leisure) 11.9 miles; Teesside International Airport 16.3 miles; Northallerton 18.1 miles; Darlington 23.1 miles.

For more information about this lovely village, please visit the Area Guides on our website or feel free to ask Kathryn Barr Estate Agents.

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Disclaimer Note: 1. Whilst every care has been taken in the preparation of these particulars, and they are believed to be correct, intending purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the correctness of the information given. Kathryn Barr Estate Agents does not accept responsibility for any errors in the information provided. 2. Our particulars are for guidance only and do not form part of any offer or contract. They should not be relied upon as statements or representation of fact or warranty. 3. All dimensions and shapes are approximate. 4. We have not tested any services, appliances, equipment, facilities or fittings and cannot verify that they are in working order.