West Close Cottage

Description

Enjoying a superb position on the edge of the tiny village of Melmerby this is one of two cosy cottages set in a quiet and peaceful position adjacent to the owners' former farmhouse with fantastic views over Coverdale. The cottages have been converted from old farm buildings and retain a great deal of the original character with a wealth of exposed beams and feature stonework. Comfortably furnished, each cottage has a small conservatory and a patio from which the views can really be appreciated. There is also a large garden for children to play in, and a shared laundry room. A stone flagged dining room with Edwardian pine dresser and oak table seating eight people  is available when both cottages are let together.  This is an ideal cottage for family or groups of friends looking to holiday together.

Melmerby itself is just over three miles from the traditional market town of Leyburn and is therefore an ideal base from which to explore the whole of the Yorkshire Dales. There are plenty of excellent walks from the cottages with open moors and country rambles available throughout Coverdale.

GROUND FLOOR:
Entrance: All on the ground floor (with some internal steps)
Conservatory: Table and chairs.
Lounge: Wood burning stove, TV with Freeview, DVD.
Bedroom 1: Double bed, wardrobe, dressing table.
Bedroom 2: Twin beds, chest of drawers.
Bathroom: Bath, shower over bath, toilet, washbasin and shaverpoint.
3 steps lead down to
Kitchen/Diner: Electric cooker, microwave, fridge with icebox, dining table and chairs.

Pets: Two pets welcome.
Parking: Ample off-road parking.
Garden: Access to shared garden with a patio for this cottage with garden furniture.
Heating: Central heating fuelled by biomass boiler. Wood burning stove (welcome fuel provided).
Short breaks: May be available in the off-peak season - please ring for details.
Notes: Towels are provided. Cot and highchair available. Shared laundry room has washing machine and tumble dryer. Unlimited WiFi is available free of charge. The mobile phone signal is variable. Smoking is not allowed at this property. DS152 (West Close Cottage) and DS153 (Field Cottage) can be rented together to sleep eight people. See property DS154.

Pub: 1 mile. Shop: 3 miles.

If you want to get straight into that holiday spirit, why not order a welcome hamper or prepared meals from local caf? bar and restaurants, Penleys. Situated in the market place in Richmond and Leyburn, Penleys offer a friendly and relaxed service with an excellent variety of freshly prepared food cooked to order using locally sourced produce where possible. They now provide a great range of prepared meals, hampers and picnics which can be delivered to your holiday cottage for your arrival or collected from the caf?. For more information and to place your order see Penleys website here.

Access Statement

Access Statement 

Property Name: West Close Cottage, Melmerby 

Description: House 

Pre-arrival 

The nearest bus stop is: Leyburn, 5 miles 

The nearest train station is: Northallerton, 22 miles 

The nearest food shop is: Middleham, 4 miles 

The nearest pub/restaurant is: Carlton, 0.75 miles 

The nearest petrol is: Leyburn, 5 miles 

Mobility equipment hire is: Northallerton, 22 miles 

Arrival and car parking 

Type of parking available: Off-street parking 

For what sized cars? Any 

Good space to unload once parked? Yes 

Number of spaces available: 2 

The parking surface is: Gravel 

Distance to the property from the parking: a few feet 

Is parking level? Sloping 

Distance to nearest parking area: N/A 

Is it pay and display? No 

The width of the path to the property is: No path 

How many steps are there en route to the entrance: Five 

Main entrance 

How many entrances are there to the property? One 

The doors widths are: 100cm  

Keyhole height: 143cm 

How many steps are there to the entrance: One 

Living and dining rooms 

The flooring is: Carpet 

The door widths are: N/A 

Is there good space between the furniture: No 

Is it movable or fixed: Movable 

Kitchen 

The flooring is: Vinyl 

The door widths are: 73cm 

The worktop height is: 90cm 

Is the oven set high or low? Low 

The fridge height is: 85cm 

The freezer height is: N/A 

Is crockery stored high or low? High 

Is any equipment stored externally or away from the main kitchen area, if so which and where: No 

Bedrooms and landings 

How many floors does the property have: Two 

The number of steps between floors is: 4 

The flooring is: Carpet 

The door widths are: 73cm 

Bed sizes are: 3-4ft, 4'6” 

Is the bedroom furniture movable or fixed: Movable 

Bathrooms and cloakrooms 

The door widths are: 75cm 

Is there an accessible or adapted WC?: No 

Is there an accessible or adapted bath/shower?: No 

Is there a ground floor WC?: Yes 

Is there a ground floor bath or shower room?: Yes 

Does the bath or shower have a grab rail or handle fitted: Handle on the bath 

Is there any shower where access is level rather than having to step up?: No 

The flooring is: Vinyl 

General 

Is there a land line for guests to use? No 

Mobile reception details: Usually good 

Can you easily access an electrical socket in all rooms without having to move furniture (not WC or baths)?: Yes 

Are electrical sockets generally set low or high? Low 

Do you provide speciality alarms for hearing or sight impaired guests?: No 

Any other information: Suction grab handle for bath/shower and rubber non-slip mat for bath. Landline can be used in the farmhouse in emergency. 

This access statement has been completed by the owner and Ingrid Flute's is not to be held responsible for the content therein.