OVER the past 30 years Rye Hill has become somewhat of a star in the property world. The detached, five bedroom property, which dates back to 1926, has featured in magazines, on television programmes and was part of the National Garden Scheme.

On the market with the Hunters Property Group at £499,950, this family home in Station Road, Helmsley, offers something a little more than your average property though.

As you approach the house, a south-facing hedged garden greets you which has stone work and a variety of trees, shrubs and flowers decorating it.

Paths and plants laid out in patterns, designed by the current owners, lead out on to the front terrace and a beautiful wisteria makes an archway over a stone path which leads to the side garden.

Back at the front of the house the original wooden oak door leads in to the entrance hall and the dining room branching off offers ample space for entertaining.

Opposite the dining room is the sitting room which is a bright and spacious room thanks to the conservatory attached to it.

Through both of the rooms, it is easy to see the work and care the current owners have put in during their time at the house over the past 30 years.

The L-shaped kitchen-diner is kitted out with a range of top quality John Lewis light-oak wall units and there is a dishwasher point, ample space for a fridge-freezer and a double oven. The house also offers a pantry for storing various treats and household essentials.

This downstairs is not just full of spacious rooms though, the snug is the perfect place to relax and unwind in the evening after a long day at work. The log burner set on a stone hearth makes the room even cosier, which is perfect as the winter nights start drawing in.

From the snug is a door to the utility room which has points for a washing machine, space for a tumble dryer as well as more storage and a sink unit. A downstairs toilet and a porch complete the downstairs.

Heading up the stairs to the first floor landing all five bedrooms are of good size, with one being slightly smaller and could be made in to a study if needed. Four of the bedrooms have fitted wardrobes, while the other has space for a double wardrobe.

The upstairs bathroom has a double power shower cubicle as well as a bath with a shower attachment.

Outside various twists and turns lead off from the side garden past rare specimens of trees, shrubs and flowers to the back garden which has a pond, a greenhouse, potting shed, compost area, garden seat and two patio areas.

At the end of the garden is a vegetable patch and a fruit cage with raspberries, strawberries, blackcurrants, gooseberries, rhubarb and Worcesterberries. That not the end of the garden though, the Italian garden as it has been named, can be found through the moon gate from the rear garden.

Through the gate lies an idyllic walled garden which is based on an Italian courtyard, with pond and raised beds, stone features and seating.

The next owners of the house could take that Italian feel one step further. The property has a large workshop at the back of the property which could easily be converted in to accommodation to make it feel like you really are on an Italian getaway. A garage, outside toilet and a large car port suitable for a caravan or motor home, complete this property.

Furthermore, Helmsley is the perfect location for caravanning as this thriving market town sits on the edge of the North York Moors National Park. Viewing this property is by appointment only and can be arranged through phoning Hunters on 01653 699875.