Bilsdale, near Chopgate, Helmsley

An 18th Century farmhouse which has been comprehensively restored to a high standard throughout, High Bracken is perfectly positioned to take in exceptional views across and down Bilsdale. The house is set within 1.4 acres of meticulously landscaped grounds with attractive gardens to its front and land to the rear and sides including former stables and menage and small paddock. There are further outbuildings and land available to purchase by separate negotiation. All in all, an idyllically located lifestyle property, situated within easy reach of the popular market towns of Helmsley and Stokesley. Renovated over a 9 year period, the property dates back to the 18th Century, with 19th and  20th century additions and retains huge charm, whilst offering many appealing modern touches. The property was thoroughly restored, with a new roof, double glazed windows in wooden frames, fully re-wired, dry lined and fitted with a new ‘zoned’ central heating system including underfloor heating to the ground floor and with bespoke kitchen units and high specification bathroom fittings. The accommodation offers a versatile layout and 2,897 square feet of space which briefly comprises the following; entrance porch, entrance hall, dual aspect dining kitchen with separate utility room, boot room and laundry. Front facing sitting room, dual aspect living room and ground floor cloakroom. Four large first floor double bedrooms; one with en-suite shower room, further house bathroom and shower room and a further large bedroom or study to the top floor which has a stunning, uninterrupted view across Bilsdale. The property should appeal to those looking for a superbly presented and modernised country property with land, which is situated in a private rural position yet within close proximity to sought after market towns and within commuting distance to the larger commercial centres in Teesside, York and Leeds.  This area of North Yorkshire provides outstanding recreational and sporting facilities and there is superb riding and walking immediately available over the adjacent National Park countryside. LOCATION Chop Gate is an attractive and peaceful rural village situated within the North York Moors National Park a short drive from Stokesley (6 miles) and Helmsley (9 miles), both are vibrant towns with diverse shopping facilities, services and amenities.  Chop Gate benefits from a primary school, public house/restaurant and village hall. Whilst situated in a beautiful rural location, the property has quick and easy access onto the B1257 (Helmsley to Stokesley road) which provides access into the commercial centres of Teesside within 15 miles and the historic City of York is situated approximately 45 miles away with mainline trains available to Kings Cross, London and Edinburgh.