The Elms, is a handsome Georgian family home, located south-east of York in the village of Gate Helmsley, the current owners have sensitively renovated and modernised the property creating a wonderful balance between old and new.

A side entrance leads into the hallway of the property, leading into the kitchen; decorated in a functional and balanced style that compliments the house. A staircase from the kitchen leads to a room that is currently used as a study with a separate bathroom, it could be used as a fifth bedroom. Downstairs, on the other side of the hallway, lies a useful utility room with a guest W.C.

There are double doors that lead into the original courtyard which has been converted to an orangery via a recent addition of a glazed roof, creating an additional living space.

To the front of the house are three fine reception rooms, two of which are a part of the original Georgian house with high ceilings and large original sash windows. A 1920s extension now houses an open-plan dining and bar with doors opening onto a terrace with barbecue area. The ground floor also benefits from a study and across the orangery a gym/studio has been created from the outbuilding. In addition, there is a useful cellar, ideal for additional storage.

The grand staircase with original handrail and spindles leads to the first floor which has four bedrooms in total, including the generous principal bedroom which boasts two walk-in wardrobes/dressing rooms as well as a large en suite bathroom. The three other bedrooms all share a spacious and stylish family bathroom. Three of the main bedrooms benefit from stunning views over open countryside beyond.

The outdoor area of the property is not to be forgotten. Alongside a gravelled driveway is a garage and a two-storey, self-contained one-bedroom annexe/holiday cottage. The ground floor of the annexe is a wide entrance hall with a contemporary shower room beyond. Stairs descend to an open plan bedroom and living space with kitchenette equipped with a wood-burning stove. The cottage is currently let on a short term basis via AirB&B and over the past few years has earned in excess of £20k p.a.

The garden area, surrounded by tall beech hedges, offering a wonderfully private feel to it and contains a lawned front garden as well as a number of entertainment spaces; including a covered outdoor kitchen area and terrace for al fresco dining. To the side of the house is ample parking for multiple cars and an electric car charging point.

This multifaceted property has plenty to offer, for someone looking to live near York yet still enjoy a countryside and village atmosphere.

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