5 bedroom country house

Abbots Well Cottage comprises a most attractive detached family house of traditional stone construction with a clay tiled roof. The property stands superbly within generous gardens and grounds in a secluded position down a shared private drive.

The property is well presented and offers comfortable accommodation which is set across three floors and extends to 3606ft2. There are many character features throughout including leaded windows, picture rails, coving and open fire places.

The ground floor of the property comprises a welcoming reception hall from where the rooms lead off and a turned staircase leads up to the first floor. To the western side of the property is the large kitchen diner with a limestone flagged floor which features a range of fitted oak units which are complemented by integral appliances. There is ample space for a dining table with glazed double doors out to the patio. Leading off from the kitchen is access to the formal dining room which has an impressive fireplace, and also a rear hallway with a most useful utility room, pantry, storage room and also a cloakroom.

Completing the ground floor is a cosy sitting room with a log burning stove set within a stone and marble surround, and a large drawing room with a large fireplace with marble inset and hearth and fitted cabinets.

To the first floor there are three spacious double bedrooms including the principal suite which features fitted wardrobes and a useful storage cupboard and has a luxurious ensuite bathroom. The ensuite features a marble tiled floor, a WC, twin basins, a large shower cubicle and a bath which is positioned to enjoy the fine views across the valley. A second bedroom also has the benefit of an ensuite with bath and shower over.

Also, on the first floor is a house bathroom with WC, basin and bath with shower over, and a useful eaves storage cupboard located off the landing.

To the second floor there are two further bedrooms, each with limited head height and dormer windows together with ample eaves storage. There is also a bathroom on this floor with WC, basin and bath with shower over.

The property is complemented by an attached two storey carport which comfortably provides covered parking for 2 vehicles. Above the car port is an office/studio with cloakroom which would be well suited for those who need to work from home.

The property stands within a generous plot extending to 1 Acre with the land mostly laid to the front of the property. The gardens are terraced with a large patio and lawn immediately in front of the property providing the perfect space for seating and enjoying the views with the ruins of Rievaulx Abbey being visible. A path leads down the bank to the grass paddock with a variety of planted trees and shrubs. The land is adjacent open countryside and the view is unobstructed across the Rye Valley.

To the side of the property is a useful timber storage shed with a tiled roof and attached covered dog kennels. There is also ample parking on the driveway for 4/5 vehicles. Please note the driveway must be kept clear to allow access to the neighbouring property, Abbots Well.

Overall, Abbotswell Cottage would make an excellent family home in a desirable rural location. It offers a unique opportunity to purchase a property in the historic village and an early viewing is advised.