2 bed cottage to rent

Grewelthorpe, Ripon HG4

A quintessential Grade II Listed stone-built cottage occupying an idyllic setting opposite the duckpond in this peaceful yet well-connected village. The property reveals generously proportioned living space with characterful features including feature fireplaces, exposed stonework and beams. Benefits include oil-fired central heating, double glazing and neutral décor.

The central entrance hall leads into a spacious sitting room with high pitched ceiling, doors to the rear garden and log burner. An opening leads to a versatile snug, study or occasional bedroom. The dining room typifies the period charm of the property with a recessed log burner set in an exposed stone wall, stone floor and ceiling beams. There is also a useful cupboard and under-stairs storage. The kitchen provides a practical and attractive range of base and wall units together with an integrated range of appliances. The rear hall has plumbing for a washing machine, access to the garden and a downstairs cloakroom. On the first floor there is a double bedroom with a period style ornamental fireplace and window to the front having delightful views of the duck pond. The bathroom offers a white suite including a free-standing bath, toilet and wash basin. The second floor provides a double size bedroom with exposed beams.

To the front of the cottage there's a paved south facing garden where you can enjoy the lovely village setting. The rear offers a private and enclosed paved garden and there is a single garage is located at the rear. There is also a parking space for the property in the shared parking area to the rear.

Grewelthorpe lies within the north-eastern fringes of the Nidderdale area of Outstanding Beauty and approaching the village from any direction will take you through stunning open countryside. The village itself offers a wealth of history and, thankfully, remains unspoiled with a traditional village ambience. The thriving local community benefit from an active village hall, a (soon to be re-opening) pub and village primary school. For older children, the village falls into the catchment for the renowned Ripon Grammar School. The market town of Masham to the north and small city of Ripon to the south offer a wide choice of shops and amenities while an excellent local road network connects with the A1 and A19 for travel throughout the region.

Application information. One weeks rent is payable to reserve a property which will then be deducted from the first month’s rent. Properties will remain available until this is paid. As part of the application, you will need to provide at least one form of photo identification such as (colour copy of passport, driver's licence and a utility bill). The completion and submission of the initial application does not guarantee the offer of a tenancy, this is subject to satisfactory references being obtained. A deposit equivalent to five weeks rent is payable before the commencement of the Tenancy. The first month's rent will be requested on the day the tenancy commences and after the contracts are signed. Applicants must show evidence of their content’s insurance prior to the start of a tenancy. Payments can be made by bank transfer only. Personal cheques are not acceptable.