The property
Brandsby 2 miles.
A fabulous, single-storey, stone barn conversion in an idyllic rural setting in the heart of the Howardian Hills.
Situated in the owner’s grounds in the small hamlet of Stearsby, this cottage near Brandsby is perfect for walkers, cyclists and those wishing to explore the nearby market towns and the historic city of York.
Lovingly restored to a high standard, this cottage near Brandsby offers characterful, open plan, all ground floor accommodation, with high pitched ceilings and a wonderful warming woodburning stove, centrally placed and creating a very satisfying ambience.
With superb attention to detail, this spacious Brandsby cottage exudes quality with a comfortable sitting area and French doors overlooking fields in the near distance.
With two tasteful bedrooms and a modern bathroom with an en-suite, this cottage near Brandsby provides luxurious accommodation.
The beautiful surrounding countryside offers ample walking and cycling opportunities, whilst for the less energetic, the pretty market towns of Easingwold, Helmsley and Malton offer traditional tea rooms, good restaurants and old world charm.
From this Brandsby cottage there are many attractions in the vicinity, including Castle Howard, Byland Abbey, Newburgh Hall and the former home of Laurence Sterne at Shandy Hall in nearby Coxwold.
A short drive brings you to the medieval walled city of York, with the Minster, Jorvik Viking Centre and National Railway Museum.
With easy access to the coastal resorts of Whitby and Scarborough, this Brandsby cottage provides an appealing holiday base.
Note: This property can be booked with Ref 8025, together they sleep 6.
Accommodation
All ground floor. Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be king-size double on request). Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.
About the location
BRANDSBY
York 12 miles; Helmsley 10 miles; Harrogate 16 miles.
The small, peaceful village of Brandsby lies in the Vale of York, surrounded by the beautiful, rolling countryside of the Howardian Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Close by is Crayke with an award winning gastro pub, whilst nearby Stillington provides a local shop, a Post Office, and three dining pubs, and the market town of Easingwold offers all the usual amenities, including a traditional Friday market. Brandsby is handily placed for touring, with the famous City of York only 12 miles away, whilst the North York Moors and East Coast, seaside towns of Scarborough, Bridlington and Whitby are all within an hour's drive. The surrounding area is steeped in history, with an abundance of abbeys, stately homes and gardens, such as Castle Howard, Byland Abbey and Helmsley Castle, waiting to be explored. Also close by are miniature and full size steam railways, together with Flamingo Land, Light Water Valley, The Forbidden Corner, Sea World and The Deep, great for family days out. There are excellent eating places nearby, numerous market towns and pretty villages to explore, and great walking opportunities; an excellent destination for a varied year-round break.
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