2 West Cottage, Askrigg

Property Details: - Type: Cottage - Bedrooms: 2 - Bathrooms: 1

Agent: JR Hopper & Co - Leyburn Phone: 01969 738985

Guide Price £300,000 - £350,000.<br/><br/>Dating back to the 1800s, 2 West Cottage is a charming traditional semi-detached railway cottage, it sits in a quiet position on the edge of the highly sought-after village of Askrigg.<br/><br/>Askrigg is a picturesque Yorkshire Dales village, renowned for its historic market cross, impressive parish church and attractive cobbled village green. The village offers an excellent range of amenities, including a well-regarded primary school, village shop, café, delicatessen, gift shop and three popular pubs, together with a thriving community. It is perhaps best known for its connections to All Creatures Great & Small, with many scenes from the original series filmed in the village.<br/><br/>The cottage offers spacious and characterful accommodation, with high ceilings, stone flooring and traditional sash windows creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. An entrance porch leads into the cosy sitting room, featuring a cast-iron fireplace as its focal point. To the rear of the property is a generous dining kitchen with direct access to a bright conservatory, which enjoys delightful views across the garden towards Addlebrough.<br/><br/>Upstairs, there are two well-proportioned double bedrooms and a family bathroom.<br/><br/>The property has been refurbished in recent years and is presented in excellent condition throughout. Improvements include modern double-glazed sash windows, oil-fired central heating and tasteful updating that complements the cottage's original character.<br/><br/>Outside, to the front is a small lawn alongside the road together with a private driveway providing ample parking for at least three vehicles. To the rear is a substantial, south-facing garden, well screened for privacy and enjoying beautiful open views across the surrounding countryside towards Addlebrough. A private yard and three traditional stone-built outbuildings provide useful storage and further potential.<br/><br/>There is also scope to extend the property, subject to the necessary planning permissions, as the neighbouring property has successfully done.<br/><br/>Combining period charm, generous outside space and a wonderful village setting, 2 West Cottage offers an excellent opportunity to acquire a beautiful home in one of Wensleydale's most desirable locations.