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Overview
Garth House is situated in the heart of the picturesque village of Helperby overlooking the historic fountain commemorating Queen Victoria’s reign. Set back over the charming cobbled pathway this cottage is a delightful blend of rustic and modern style. This is a home that is full of character with exposed beams and a cosy log burning stove. The cottage has been renovated and extended to the rear providing warm living spaces. With additional laundry room and cloakroom. The first floor has two double bedrooms and a single room currently used as a study. Outside is a delightful walled courtyard, this low maintenance space is perfect for potted plants. There is a single garage with access on to Dunroyal. We think this is certainly one to view!

Step Inside
Head inside to the welcoming entrance hallway. A timber door to the left takes you to a cosy lounge with ceiling beam and log burning stove with plenty of space for sofas, an armchair and more. It feels exactly how a home should feel. Continue through the hallway to the kitchen. There is plenty of work surface and all mod cons for a busy cook. For those who love to entertain this cottage is equipped with its very own bar, perfect for pre-dinner drinks before heading through to the dining room for dinner. This extension is a versatile addition and it would make for a lovely garden room or playroom. There is a useful laundry room providing added storage, and also a cloakroom with sink and wc.

Upstairs
The turnaround staircase leads you to the first floor. Set on split levels adds to the charm of this cottage. There are two double bedrooms with fitted cupboards and a single, currently used as a study. The family bathroom comprising bath with shower over, pedestal was hand basin and wc.

Outside
There is a delightful south facing walled courtyard, a real suntrap! We can imagine enjoying summer days and alfresco dining, or simply relaxing watching the sun go down. To the rear is a single garage with storage above, the door opens onto Dunroyal where there is space for parking. There is also additional off-street parking to the front.

Services
Mains water, Oil Fired Central Heating, Electricity, Log Burning Stove.

Directions
Enter village from the Boroughbridge and Easingwold end, proceed into the village and the property is situated on Main Street on the right hand side and can be identified by the For Sale board.

Local Life in Helperby
Thought to have been a Danish settlement, the historic conservation village of Helperby oozes character.
There are plenty of walks for dog walkers, including a number along the rivers Ure and Swale, or take a stroll around the village. There are two pubs, The Oak Tree Inn and The Golden Lion where you will always be greeted with a warm welcome a glass of wine or a pint!
The village offers a doctor’s surgery, church and primary school. It is well located and readily accessible to York, Boroughbridge and Easingwold. There is easy access to the A1 (M) and A19 making a super for commuters.