Helmsley, York

3 Orchard Way was built only 8 years ago as part of what has become an especially sought after development within the North York Moors National Park, within an easy walk from the Market Place. The property blends a wonderfully traditional aesthetic with the credentials of a thoroughly modern home, constructed to the highest levels of energy efficiency, scoring an A95 in its EPC, ensuring it is exceptionally reasonable to run. Solar panels supplement the electricity system, there is underfloor heating to the ground floor, and an EV charge point to the garage. Current utility running costs equate to approximately £1,255 PA.
The property has been finished to a superb standard throughout, further improved by the owners who have had  high quality flooring fitted throughout and commissioned custom designed bedroom fittings by local craftsmen Coxwold Cabinet Makers. The property amounts to 1,737 square feet which in brief comprises, entrance hallway, a large front facing sitting room and a separate cosy snug/study. The full run of the rear of the house comprises the stylishly appointed kitchen with living area and the dining area whose bi-fold doors open directly out onto the south facing terrace, creating an ideal flow of accommodation, well suited for entertaining making the most of the sun filled and sheltered grounds. There is an adjoining utility room and a separate ground floor cloakroom. Upstairs is a master bedroom with en-suite shower room,  three further double bedrooms and the main house bathroom.The property is set on a generous corner plot, with grounds to three sides. The rear garden is partially walled and being south facing is a sunny and very sheltered space. The garden has been carefully landscaped with a broad Indian stone flagged terrace, lawn and a number of ornamental trees and plantings  carefully positioned to create colour and interest as well as privacy. There is parking for a number of vehicles on the driveway and within the large double garage.

LOCATION Helmsley is an ancient and popular market town situated on the southern fringe of the North York Moors National Park.  With a famous Castle, weekly market, an eclectic range of smart shops, hostelries and restaurants and high-class delicatessens, the town is a highly regarded tourist destination as well as a thriving town for its residents. The renowned Helmsley Arts Centre, famous Helmsley walled garden, Lido and various sports facilities serve its residents especially well and the opportunities for outdoor recreation are endless, with the start of the Cleveland Way in the town and the Hambleton Hills to the north.