Cowesby, Thirsk, North Yorkshire, YO7

A rare opportunity to acquire this exceptional stone-built cottage, dating back to 1906, situated in the heart of a charming village hamlet with breathtaking panoramic views over the North York Moors National Park. This beautifully refurbished home exudes character and elegance, having been sympathetically restored to a remarkable standard, with an emphasis on preserving original features while introducing high-quality modern finishes. The cottage showcases a wealth of period charm including stone mullioned windows to the front, timber-framed double-glazed windows to the rear, and exposed beamed ceilings. Finishing touches such as English hand-blown glass light fittings, locally sourced stone landscaping, and premium wood-effect flooring throughout reflect the attention to detail that defines this home. A part-glazed door opens into a refined reception hall, featuring a return staircase and a practical ground floor WC. Arts & Crafts�inspired double glass doors lead into a cosy snug, where leaded windows frame stunning views across the National Park. The sitting room offers a similarly captivating outlook and is enhanced by a cast iron log-burning stove set within a traditional sandstone fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. At the heart of the home is a spacious open-plan dining kitchen, ideal for entertaining and family life. This striking space features an exposed brick feature wall, mid-blue cabinetry, granite work surfaces, Neff appliances�including integrated dishwasher, fridge freezer, eye-level oven, induction hob and extractor�and grey porcelain tiled flooring. An open archway leads to a well-equipped utility room, complete with a deep Belfast sink, generous storage, plumbing for a washing machine, and a stable door providing access to the rear garden. Upstairs, the light-filled landing includes a built-in laundry cupboard and provides access to a spacious, fully boarded loft via a pull-down ladder. There are three well-proportioned double bedrooms, each enjoying far-reaching views, and a luxurious, fully tiled family bathroom featuring a freestanding clawfoot bath, large quadrant shower with mains thermostatic rain head, and underfloor heating. Externally, the property occupies a generous plot of approximately 0.2 acres. The beautifully landscaped front garden is enclosed by traditional stone walls and native hedging, with a south-facing sun terrace, mature shrubs, a flourishing apple tree, and uninterrupted views over the National Park. A shared access lane leads to a gravelled parking area and stone-flagged driveway, with a detached double garage featuring power, lighting, and an electric vehicle charging point. There is also a fenced utility area, insulated garden store, and log store. The terraced rear garden backs directly onto open countryside and is equally impressive, offering expansive lawns, mature trees, a feature semi-circular flower border, and a stone terrace�perfect for alfresco dining and enjoying the spectacular rural backdrop.