Vrbo Property, Northallerton, North Yorkshire

North Yorkshire. Sleeps up to 12

Willowgarth House is a beautiful Grade II listed country retreat sleeping up to 12 guests across three floors, boasting gorgeous decor and an array of little luxuries, including a fantastic courtyard with seating area, barbecue and large hot tub. All located in the original grounds of Great Smeaton Manor just a 12 minute drive from the popular market town of Northallerton making this property an excellent base to explore both for the North Yorkshire Dales and the North York Moors national parks.

T his stunning property made up of the original water tower and stables offers rural views from almost every room all year round, making Willowgarth House the perfect destination when family and friends need a stylish abode to meet up and spend quality time together, whilst still providing ample space for those who wish to enjoy a little peace and escape to a quiet corner.

Upon entering the tall gates to the driveway leading you past the paddock and through the woodland, you soon approach the imposing water tower and parking area on your right. Awaiting your arrival the impressive well-equipped Farmhouse kitchen sets the scene, with a four oven Aga, large island with cupboards housing Emma Bridgewater crockery, not to mention the the huge dining table and chairs taking centre stage waiting for it's guests to sit down, relax and tuck into a wonderful homemade meal after a day exploring all North Yorkshire has to offer. Furthermore guests can retire to the light and airy sitting room, a wonderful room where everyone can be together or indulge in their competitive side and take to the games room for a spot of table tennis or table football.

Willowgarth House sleeps up to 12 guests in six beautiful, spacious bedrooms; four can be found on the first floor either by taking the spiral staircase from the games room or main staircase from the internal hallway and two further bedrooms nestled in the water tower on the second floor. Almost every bedroom has a luxurious en-suite with either a roll-top bath or walk-in shower and is beautifully decorated with traditional patterns and soft colours.

Outside there are many options to explore; the internal courtyard with comfortable outside seating for 12 guests, charcoal barbecue and fantastic hot tub, large lawn area to the front or wonder down to the private garden with a pond and summer house (children must be accompanied by an adult at all times). Furthermore take a walk and head along the road into Great Smeaton to the Black Bull Inn for a bite to eat or further still, if the sun is out, the Beeswing in East Cowton serve a wonderful Sunday Lunch.

Willowgarth House is the prefect hideaway within easy reach of many places to explore, you are never far away from a picturesque Yorkshire Dale, such as Wensleydale or Swaledale and still within half an hour of the East Coast. Fish and chips are a must at Saltburn before following the coast route to Whitby.

Ground Floor:
Entrance hallway/boot room leading to
Butler kitchen
With a sink, dishwasher, fridge freezer, microwave and dresser filled with Emma Bridgewater crockery..
Kitchen
With a large island, four oven Aga, fridge/freezer and dining table with seating for 12 guests.
Utility room
With a washing machine, tumble dryer and clothes airer.
Drawing room
With ornamental only fireplace, comfortable seating for 12 guests, Smart television,CD/ipod dock and french doors leading to the courtyard.
Games room
With a table tennis table, table football, wall-mounted Smart television, comfortable seating, bean bags and children's board games.
Family shower room
With A large walk in shower, wash basin, heated towel rail and WC

First Floor:
Bedroom one
With a 5' king-size and dressing area
En-suite bathroom
With a free-standing bath and hand held shower, wash basin and WC.
Bedroom two
With a 5' king-size sleigh bed and door provide access to bedroom three.
En-suite bathroom
With a free-standing bath and hand held shower, wash basin and WC.
Bedroom three
With a king-size bed and access to the spiral staircase leading down to the games room.
En-suite bathroom
With a free-standing bath and hand held shower, wash basin and WC.
Bedroom four
With twin 3' single beds and wonderful, vanity basin and full height windows looking across the front lawn.

Second floor:
Bedroom five
With twin 3' single beds.
En-suite shower room
With a walk in shower, wash basin and WC.
Bedroom six
With a king-size bed which can also be configured into 2'6 single beds on request.
En-suite shower room
With a walk in shower, wash basin and WC.

Outside:
Extensive garden laid to lawn at the front of the property.
Central courtyard area featuring a barbecue, patio seating area with rattan table and chairs with seating for 12 guests and large hot tub.
A pond is situated 200 yards from the house.
Ample parking.

Additional Information:
Welcome tray of treats will greet you on arrival.
Bathrobes, slippers and extra towels are provided for the hot tub during your stay.
Infants welcome, two travel cots and three highchairs are provided.
Please note a maximum of 12 guests includes infants at this property.
Sorry, no pets.
Horses will be in the paddocks that surround Willowgarth House

This vacation home is located in Northallerton. Darlington Civic Theatre and Darlington Railway Centre and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Mount Grace Priory and Preston Park. Paddock Farm Nursery & Water Gardens and Battlezone Paintball are also worth visiting.