Cottage In North Yorkshire, Gilling West

North Yorkshire. Sleeps up to 2

A truly unique retreat awaits on this modern and stylish Boat House situated on a large estate on the cusp of the Yorkshire Dales. This is an ideal base camp whether you're looking to strike out on long walks or simply stay in your own surroundings. On the edge of a pretty village Gilling West. There's a great dining pub less than 1 mile away. If you are a foodie, head to one of the local farm shops with delis and a tea room, where you will see farm animals grazing in the paddocks. The historic market town of Richmond is less than 3 miles away. Explore the cobbled market square or stroll up towards Richmond Castle for a slice of Yorkshire history. Head north to Barnard Castle (12.5 miles), streets lined with independent shops, cafes, and art galleries. Bowes Museum is well worth a visit. This property really is one of a kind, located in a beautiful rural setting. As you approach the property, your path will be lit by fairy lights, and you will immediately see that the property is floating gently on its own jetty, on a private lake, with a decked veranda at either end. Inside, you ll discover a beautifully chic, open plan lounge/kitchen/diner with sleek black kitchen cupboards and everything you ll need to whip up a meal on a cosy night in. There s also a dining table for two to enjoy a romantic meal as well as a comfortable sofa to curl up on in the evening and watch the wildlife through the large sliding doors or enjoy a film on the wall mounted Smart TV. The whole room exudes a little bit of luxury with its artwork, unique furniture, soft furnishings, and wooden floors throughout. From the open plan living space, you can make your way through to the very tasteful and inviting king size bedroom, which is separated from the main living space by a sliding door. Again, this room is beautifully presented with a gorgeous, metal framed quirky four poster bed adorned with fairy lights and more pretty, soft furnishings. Completing the inside of the property is a shower room with WC. Outside is also a great space to unwind, with decked verandas at either end of the property and a bistro set. Here, you can while away hours in the tranquil surroundings, watching the wildlife and enjoying the gentle lap of the water. There is off street parking available on site.