# Houlsyke Cottages, Carlton Miniott, Thirsk > Canonical listing: https://landomo.co.uk/property/c298bb2d-cf3e-456d-bd75-2bc82b00fade This is a compact, machine-readable representation of a public Landomo listing. Verify the canonical page before presenting the property as currently available. ## Listing facts - **Status:** active - **Transaction:** sale - **Category:** house - **Asking price:** 159,950 GBP - **Location:** York, GB - **Bedrooms:** 2 - **Published:** 2026-10-31T22:31:01.228Z - **Last updated:** 2026-11-04T11:29:44.124Z - **Listed on:** rightmove-uk ## Description A CHARMING VILLAGE COTTAGE WITH EXCITING POTENTIAL – An excellent opportunity to acquire a two-bedroom cottage in the sought-after village of Carlton Miniott, attractively priced to reflect the modernisation required. Offering a spacious primary bedroom, a south-facing living room, an enclosed courtyard and a substantial outbuilding with potential for a home office or studio, this property presents an appealing prospect for first-time buyers and investors alike. Early viewing is strongly encouraged. The Property - The living room is positioned to the front of the cottage, enjoying a southerly aspect with a large window allowing excellent natural light. A decorative open fireplace provides a focal point to the room, although its working condition has not been verified. A further door leads through to the kitchen. The kitchen has been cleared of its previous fittings, providing a blank canvas for purchasers to introduce a design suited to their own requirements. A window overlooks the side elevation, whilst access is provided to a small inner hallway with doors leading to the rear courtyard and ground floor bathroom. The bathroom is fitted with a white suite comprising a panelled bath with shower over, pedestal washbasin and WC, complemented by tiled surrounds and a window to the rear elevation. On the first floor, the generously proportioned primary bedroom enjoys a large window overlooking the front of the property, together with an arrangement of fitted wardrobes incorporating overhead storage. The second bedroom is positioned to the rear, with views across the courtyard and towards the open fields beyond. Externally To the rear of the cottage is an enclosed courtyard, providing a pleasant outdoor seating area with scope for further enhancement. Of particular interest is the substantial outbuilding, which offers considerable potential for adaptation into a home office, studio or games room, subject to any necessary consents and improvements. This additional space is a notable feature of the property and provides opportunities beyond the main accommodation. Agent’s Note With an asking price that reflects the modernisation required, this cottage represents an appealing opportunity for first-time buyers, investors or those seeking a property they can improve to their own specification. Its position within the popular village of Carlton Miniott, together with the generous primary bedroom, countryside outlook and potential offered by the outbuilding, makes this a property worthy of serious consideration. Early viewing is recommended to fully appreciate the accommodation and potential on offer The property is freehold Council: North Yorkshire Tax Band: A EPC: G EPC Link: Mains servies available Heating- No central heating is installed. Disclaimer - We strive to ensure that our sales particulars are accurate and reliable. However, they do not constitute an offer or form part of any contract, and should not be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. Services, systems, and appliances mentioned in this specification have not been tested by us, and no guarantee is given regarding their operational ability or efficiency. All measurements are provided as a general guide for prospective buyers and are not exact. Please note that some particulars may still require vendor approval, and images may have been enhanced. For clarification or further information on any details, please contact us—especially if you are traveling a significant distance to view the property. Fixtures and fittings not explicitly mentioned are subject to agreement with the seller. The copyright and all other intellectual property rights on this site, including marketing materials, trademarks, service marks, trade names, text, graphics, code, files, and links, are owned by Luke Miller & Associates. All rights are reserved. ## Source and attribution - Cite and link: https://landomo.co.uk/property/c298bb2d-cf3e-456d-bd75-2bc82b00fade - Asking price and availability may change after this response was generated. - Contact information and originating-portal links are available on the canonical page.