Oswaldkirk, York, North Yorkshire, YO62 5XT | Property for sale | Savills
180.32 sq m
Guide price £680,000($1,462,345)

OswaldkirkYork, North Yorkshire, YO62 5XT

    House
    180.32 sq m
    3Bedrooms
    2Bathrooms
    3Receptions

    Key features

    • A recently renovated three bedroom, two bathroom house
    • Two reception rooms and kitchen-dining room
    • Landscaped gardens leading to woodland
    • Excellent village location well placed for access to the North York Moors National Park
    • Converted loft space with two occasional rooms; one used as study, the other a play room

    A beautifully renovated cottage in the desirable village of Oswaldkirk on the edge of the North York Moors National Park.

    About this property

    • Ivy Cottage is a charming and characterful property nestled on the edge of the North York Moors National Park. This delightful cottage boasts a traditional stone exterior with an attractive period façade. Located in the sought-after village of Oswaldkirk, Ivy Cottage offers a tranquil rural escape from while still being within easy reach of local amenities and attractions. This idyllic property is the perfect blend of traditional charm and modern comfort having recently undergone an extensive refurbishment by the current owners.

      Upon entering Ivy Cottage, you are greeted by an impressive entrance hall featuring an original fireplace and beautiful oak parquet flooring that continues through to the sitting room. Doors lead to the two principal reception rooms, a generous dual-aspect sitting room with door opening to the outside terrace and an open fire-place. A second family room provides the perfect cosy retreat, with log burning stove and original wooden panelling.

      The wonderful farmhouse-style kitchen is adorned with plenty of cupboard space, well-equipped with an Aga and modern appliances and offers a lovely dining area with lantern roof light, perfect for enjoying family meals or entertaining guests. All practicalities have been considered with a boot room and utility room opening to the side of the property.

      Upstairs, you will find three spacious bedrooms, each offering a peaceful retreat with views of the surrounding countryside. The principal bedroom benefits from a generous en suite bathroom and the remaining bedrooms are served by a well-appointed house bathroom with separate bath and shower.
      Stairs lead to the second floor where you will find an three additional rooms which could be used for a variety of purposes.

      The cottage also benefits from a recently landscaped garden, well-designed with two lawned terraces, the first featuring a large paved entertaining area with pergola. The garden continues into woodland; planted with a variety of trees including apple trees and a meandering path leading to the top of the bank.

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    Local information

    • Oswaldkirk is a an attractive village about 20 miles from York, situated between the Howardian Hills, An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and North York Moors National Park. The village has a pub (currently shut for improvements) and two
    • churches, Catholic and Church of England.
    • The popular market town, Helmsley, is three and a half miles away and offers a weekly market and an excellent selection of independent, local shops including clothes stores, a doctor's surgery, delicatessens, cafes, restaurants, hotels, a spa and a local brewery.
    • Harome village (about six miles) is home to the renowned Michelin starred restaurant The Star Inn and excellent Pheasant Hotel, there is also a cricket ground and church. Nearby is Ryedale School (Academy) about six miles distant. Other schools in the area include Ampleforth College (about two and a half miles) and Terrington Preparatory School is about nine and a half miles.
    • York has a mainline railway station offering regular services to major cities including Manchester, Edinburgh and London, with some journeys taking less than two hours to Kings Cross. Direct trains to London also run regularly from Thirsk, about 17 miles away.
    • Please note all distances and travel times are approximate.

    Additional information

    • EPC Rating: F
    • Tenure: Freehold
    • Council Tax Band: F