Cottage in North Yorkshire

Set on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Kirkby Malzeard with its village pub. This lovely property is perfect for discovering the glorious countryside of the Nidderdale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Benefiting from some of the most spectacular views in the country, the Yorkshire Dales provide direct access to unfettered natural beauty. Choose one of the many walks nearby or take a short drive to Ripon which has a range of independent shops, pubs and restaurants to relax in and is also home to the historic Ripon Cathedral and Ripon Racecourse. Other local attractions include Ripley Castle, Newby Hall and Gardens, and Fountains Abbey, Harrogate and Pateley Bridge. Set in the grounds of the owner s home, where privacy is assured, a warm welcome awaits as you enter the property into a utility room with space for coats and boots, with access to a drying room, ideal for wet coats. There is also a freezer and washing machine in the utility room. This leads into a spacious and beautiful open plan kitchen/diner with large windows. The dining area has a table seating four, a great space to enjoy meals together and plan the next days adventure. The spacious well designed kitchen has plenty of worktop space, and an electric oven and hob, fridge and microwave, the perfect social space to enjoy preparing a meal together. On the ground floor is a twin bedroom and the bathroom with shower and WC. Heading upstairs to the first floor you will find a large lounge with wonderful views through velux windows onto the garden and open countryside. Cosy up in front of the TV and enjoy a favourite film on the Smart TV or why not challenge your fellow guests to a board game. Completing this floor is the large master bedroom with king size bed. As you head outside, you will find a private outside space, with garden furniture to relax on in the sunshine or why not dine alfresco when the weather allows. There is ample off road parking for two cars.