Tilery Cottage, Potto

Introduction

Tucked away behind mature trees and established planting, Tilery Cottage is an exceptional country residence that combines traditional character with contemporary design, technology and energy-efficient features. Significantly enhanced and extended by the current owners, the striking Western Red Cedar-clad extension blends beautifully into the surrounding countryside, creating a home of impressive scale and versatility.

Occupying a generous plot in a peaceful rural setting, this remarkable property offers flexible accommodation suited to families, professionals and those seeking a quieter lifestyle, whilst remaining within easy reach of local amenities, excellent schools and major transport links.

Beautifully presented throughout, Tilery Cottage enjoys breath-taking countryside views and thoughtfully designed living spaces both inside and out.

Location

Potto is a highly regarded North Yorkshire village surrounded by beautiful countryside and situated close to the North York Moors National Park. Despite its rural appeal, the village remains exceptionally well connected and convenient for everyday living.

Within the village itself is the renowned Tomahawk Steakhouse, together with St Mary's Church and an active village hall hosting a range of community events. Residents also benefit from local online community groups that help foster a strong village atmosphere.

The nearby village of Hutton Rudby, approximately two miles away, offers a wide range of day-to-day amenities including a supermarket, fuel station, doctors' surgery, sports clubs, pubs and hairdressing services.

For more extensive shopping, dining and leisure facilities, the market towns of Stokesley and Yarm are both easily accessible.

Ground Floor

Reception Hall

A bespoke solid timber entrance door sets the tone for the quality found throughout the property, opening into a welcoming reception hall. Finished with engineered oak flooring, elegant chandelier lighting and a useful cloaks cupboard, this spacious entrance provides an impressive first impression.

Dining Room

Designed with entertaining in mind, the dining room comfortably accommodates a large family dining table and enjoys excellent natural light. A distinctive bay window with bespoke roof glazing creates the perfect spot for a window seat. Engineered oak flooring adds warmth and practicality, while internal doors connect seamlessly to both the living room and kitchen.

Living Room

A charming and inviting reception room centred around a log-burning stove set within a stone fireplace and slate hearth. Another feature bay window enhances the sense of space and light, while solid oak flooring and countryside styling create a warm, relaxed atmosphere. French doors open into the conservatory, with further access to the dining room and staircase leading to the first floor.

Conservatory

This beautifully designed bespoke conservatory sits perfectly within its surroundings and provides a wonderful additional living space. Filled with natural light and offering lovely views across the gardens, it features double-glazed glazing, engineered grey oak flooring and French doors opening directly onto a gravelled patio area.

Kitchen & Family Dining Area

Undoubtedly one of the standout features of the home, this impressive open-plan kitchen enjoys panoramic views across neighbouring countryside towards the Cleveland Hills. Measuring approximately 23ft x 16ft 7in, the room combines practicality with style and benefits from underfloor heating throughout.

The bespoke fitted kitchen includes an extensive range of handcrafted wall and base units, a corner pantry cupboard, wine storage, integrated dishwasher, Belfast sink and space for an American-style fridge freezer. At the heart of the room sits a substantial central island incorporating a range cooker and breakfast seating area. A combination of solid wood and granite work surfaces complement the marble stone flooring, which continues into the utility room. There is ample space for everyday family dining beneath the large picture window.

Utility Room

Conveniently positioned off the kitchen, the utility room provides additional storage, worktop space and plumbing for laundry appliances. Marble stone flooring continues through from the kitchen for a seamless finish.

Cloakroom/WC

Beautifully appointed with a natural stone wash basin, waterfall tap, low-level WC and timber flooring.

Multi-Purpose Gym / Family Room

Currently arranged as a home gym, this substantial room measures approximately 26ft x 13ft 5in and offers exceptional flexibility. Featuring French doors to the garden, additional windows and a built-in sound system, the space could equally serve as a home office, games room, playroom, studio or additional reception room.

First Floor

Landing

The spacious landing benefits from a Velux roof window and provides access to all first-floor rooms, each enjoying triple-glazed windows.

Principal Bedroom Suite

An impressive principal suite featuring a vaulted ceiling, statement copper chandelier and French doors opening onto a private balcony with glass balustrades and stone flooring, offering delightful elevated views.

A bespoke solid wood door leads through to the dressing room and luxurious en-suite facilities.

Dressing Room

Thoughtfully designed with fitted wardrobes and storage on both sides, incorporating dressing surfaces and a Hollywood-style illuminated mirror.

En-Suite Shower Room

Beautifully finished with Italian marble flooring and wall tiling, this luxurious space includes a large vanity unit with twin wash basins, extensive storage, crystal lighting, a walk-in double shower and WC.

Bedroom Two

A generous double bedroom fitted with two wardrobes and dressing area, complemented by its own en-suite shower room.

En-Suite

Comprising a walk-in shower, wash basin, WC, tiled flooring and decorative mosaic wall tiling.

Bedroom Three

Currently used as a snug, this characterful double bedroom features exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, fitted book shelving, two front-facing windows, a Velux roof light and an attractive solid wood Versailles-style door.

Bedroom Four

A further spacious double bedroom with fitted wardrobes, integrated study/workstation area and side-facing window.

Bedroom Five

A well-proportioned single bedroom featuring oak detailing, making it ideal as a nursery, home office or hobby room.

Family Bathroom

A beautifully appointed and particularly spacious bathroom enjoying elevated countryside views. The room includes a freestanding cast-iron roll-top bath, large walk-in shower, vanity unit with marble worktop, illuminated mirror, wash basin, WC and heated towel rail.

Externally

Electric double gates provide secure access to a large gravelled driveway offering extensive parking for several vehicles.

The gardens wrap around the property and have been thoughtfully landscaped to create a variety of outdoor spaces. The rear garden enjoys a high degree of privacy and is predominantly laid to lawn, complemented by mature borders stocked with shrubs and planting. Additional features include a children's bark play area, raised decking ideal for entertaining and a gravelled seating area adjacent to the conservatory.

A useful outbuilding provides excellent storage, while a covered log store offers practical shelter for firewood throughout the year.

Additional Information

Tenure: Freehold

Heating: Oil Central Heating

Council Tax Band: D

Disclaimer
Harvey Brooks Properties Ltd (the Company). The Company for itself and for the vendor(s) or lessor(s) of this property for whom it acts as Agents gives notice that:
(i) The particulars are a general outline only for the guidance of intending purchasers or lessees and do not constitute an offer or contract (ii) All descriptions are given in good faith and are believed to be correct, but any prospective purchasers or lessees should not rely on them as statements of fact and must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their correctness (iii) All measurements of rooms contained within these particulars should be taken as approximate and it is the responsibility of the prospective purchaser or lessee or his professional advisor to determine the exact measurements and details as required prior to Contract (iv) None of the property's services or service installations have been tested and are not warranted to be in working order (v) No employee of the Company has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatsoever in relation to the property.