A handsome blend of Georgian and Victorian architecture, Upper Helmsley Hall will transport its guests to a bygone era of elegance and class with oak panelling throughout the ground floor, authentically furnished, yet fully equipped for 21st century comforts. Sleeping up to 20 guests the Hall is a perfect setting for a very special gathering of extended family or friends, where a game of tennis can be enjoyed in addition to the exquisite accommodation. If you can tear yourselves away, The Yorkshire Wolds and historic City of York, just 15 minutes away, are waiting to be explored. Upper Helmsley Hall retains many of its original features such as oak panelling, exposed beams, sash windows and stunning, intricate cornices. With four reception rooms including the generous Oak Room complete with baby grand piano; the welcoming Drawing Room with two light filled sitting areas; the Tiger hall with, well ... a stuffed tiger of course, along with desk/study space; and the magnificent fully oak panelled Dining Room, where to dress for dinner is certainly the order of the day, you will feel you have really 'arrived'. For less formal dining, the large breakfast kitchen has plenty of space for the breakfast table, along with a butler's pantry, comforting AGA, separate conventional cooking facilities, a large fridge/freezer and two dishwashers, making preparations of those important celebratory meals a joy. Climb the stairs to the eight very generous bedrooms, all decorated to complement the style of this stunning Hall. Equally the bathrooms have all been sympathetically restored to cater for modern day guests' needs, featuring large walk-in showers and a roll-top bath. Further stairs from the first floor lead guests to the second floor with three delightful bedrooms comfortably accommodating four people with the added benefit of a further kitchen, sitting room and family bathroom. Outside, to the front of the Hall, sweeping away from the terrace seating area, the main garden is laid to lawn and leads down to the ha-ha and tennis court for your enjoyment. This exceptional Hall is the perfect choice for those looking for something extra special, for either short or longer stays. Ground Floor: Tiger hall (entrance hall) Full of antiques, a desk and table for board games or reading, and a stuffed tiger in display cabinet. Kitchen With an AGA range cooker, electric oven and induction hob, large fridge/freezer, two dishwashers, Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, television and breakfast table seating 10 guests. Utility room (butler's pantry) With a washing machine, dryer, sink and drinks fridge. Drawing room With two sitting room areas and an open fire, comfortable seating for up to 11 guests, television and doors that open out to the garden. Oak room Large, oak panelled room with sitting area, an open fire and baby grand piano. Dining room Beautiful oak panelled room with a large dining table seating up to 20 guests and an open fire. Cloakroom With twin wash basins and two separate WCs. First Floor West Wing: Landing area leading to Bedroom one With a 6’ super-king size / twin zip and link bed (please specify on booking). Family bathroom With a bath, wash basin, WC and heated towel rail. Shower room With a walk-in shower. Bedroom two With a 6’ super-king size / twin zip and link bed (please specify on booking). Bedroom three With a 4'6 double bed. Family shower room With a shower, wash basin, WC and heated towel rail. Bedroom four With twin 3’ single beds. Family bathroom With a roll-top bath, wash basin, WC and heated towel rail. First Floor East Wing: Landing area leading to Bedroom five With a 6’ super-king size bed. Family bathroom. With a bath, walk-in shower cubicle, wash basin, WC and heated towel rail. Bedroom six With a 6’ super-king size / twin zip and link bed (please specify on booking). Bedroom seven With a 6’ super-king size / twin zip and link bed (please specify on booking). Bedroom eight With a 4'6 double bed. Family shower room With a shower, wash basin, WC and heated towel rail. Second floor: Landing area leading to Family bathroom With bath and handheld shower, WC and wash basin. Kitchen With small fridge, two pan induction hob, dining table and chairs seating two guests and roof top views from the Velux windows. Sitting room With comfortable seating and feature ornamental fireplace Bedroom nine With King size bed Bedroom ten With large single bed Bedroom eleven With with large single bed Outside: Extensive gardens laid to lawn with a ha-ha leading to a further lawned area and Tennis Court. Ample parking for ten cars. Additional Information: Unlimited logs are provided throughout your stay. Two well-behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge). Pillows and duvets are synthetic. Sorry, no group parties including hen and stag parties. Due to the age and style of the hall there are various steps on the first floor between bedrooms.