5 bedroom terraced house for sale
Key information
Property description & features
- Tenure: Freehold
- Well proportioned and luxury accommodation throughout
- Wonderful period features and charm
- Private terrace area leading onto a very good sized garden
- Within the city walls, close to all the amenities
- Residents parking
Description
This outstanding Georgian townhouse, built circa 1734 was formerly known as York House and was once the rectory for St Saviour’s Church. Sitting within the city walls on the desirable south side of St Saviourgate, the property benefits from a private and sunny walled garden. Available to the market for the first time in almost twenty years this elegant family home has been upgraded and restored to a very high standard.
No 16 is a Grade II* listed character brick terrace at the end of a row of four, and is nicely positioned alongside Lady Hewley’s Almhouse. This historic and substantial house has a wonderful entrance hall with a stone-flagged floor, well proportioned rooms and many other features including high ceilings, sash windows, traditional wall panelling, elegant plasterwork and statement fireplaces.
Over the years the current owners have made many thoughtful improvements blending traditional finishes with modern life luxuries. Bespoke, hand crafted wardrobes, shelving and cupboards have been fitted and the decor is tasteful throughout the house. On the lower ground floor there is a useful laundry room/utility, this space lends itself to further development subject to planning approval.
The bright and modern kitchen/breakfast room has French doors which open into the York stone terrace and landscaped Southerly gardens. Scammell Interiors of York have created a stunning and contemporary kitchen, with sleek units, integrated appliances, a central island and a recessed gas fired Aga which provides hot water. Leading nicely into the formal Dining room which has a wooden floor, fitted dresser and a fireplace with an open fire.
On the first floor are two well balanced reception rooms enhanced by tall 12-paned sash windows and half panelled walls. A beautiful arched entrance, complementary alcove cupboards and a wood burning stove make the drawing room an elegant yet inviting space with views of The Minster. The study has a cast iron fire and wooden floor boards with two storage cupboards.
Moving to the second floor the principal bedroom suite has a lovely outlook across the rooftops and over the garden. Fitted with high quality cabinetry and panelling, the room also benefits from a shower room and a dressing room. The second bedroom/sitting room overlooks the front and also has its own dressing room.
There are three double bedrooms on the third floor and they are served by a generous house bathroom. Bedrooms three and five have great views of York Minster and the bedrooms all have good ceiling height with exposed beams. A loft ladder gives access to the lofts and a roof valley fire exit.
The delightful walled garden is divided into different areas providing interest and privacy. The mellow brick walls are festooned with wisteria and the garden has many other lovely plants and shrubs including a lemon tree, magnolia tree, and acer as well as plum, pear and apple trees. The central gravel pathway links the kitchen terrace and the patio at the end of the garden where you will also find a timber garden shed tucked away behind well established shrubs.
From the front of St Saviourgate there is a traditional front door which leads to an enclosed passageway and provides direct access to the rear and some useful storage. Residents parking is available.
Location
St Saviourgate benefits from a central location tucked away within the historic city walls close to the Shambles and Kings Square.
The property benefits from a prominent position with the many advantages and delights of the city centre on the doorstep. This bustling city is a hive of activity and contains a wealth of historic attractions.
The city boasts excellent restaurants including the award winning The Star Inn the City by Andrew Pern and the Michelin-starred restaurant, Roots, by Tommy Banks. In addition, there is Skosh by Neil Bentinck which also boasts a Michelin-star, positioned on popular Micklegate.
The property is positioned inside the city’s historic walls and all the popular attractions including: York Theatre Royal, the Art Gallery, York Minster, Bettys Tea Rooms and the famous Shambles along with a range of local cafes, shops, restaurants, public houses and supermarkets.
Located just less than a mile away is York Railway Station which offers regular services to Kings Cross, Leeds and Edinburgh.
Please note all distances and travel times are approximate
Square Footage: 4,124 sq ft
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