5 bedroom semi-detached house for sale

A striking six bedroomed period property, recently converted to a very high standard, set within a peaceful parkland setting.

Description

The Carriage House was built by Sir Andrew Fairburn in 1880 as part of the principal accommodation for his estate manager and family. In 2015, the properties were converted and reconfigured to create five individually designed homes, set against the tranquil backdrop of surrounding private parkland.

Situated at the end of a tree-lined private driveway which meanders through the parkland, the properties immediately impress with their original distinguishing features and unique character.

This sensitively converted property offers over 4000 square feet of spacious modern living, seamlessly integrated with period character. The generously proportioned rooms and flexible layout cater to a variety of family sizes and age groups. The current owners have carried out thoughtful improvements to the house which include a beautifully designed kitchen, light-enhancing Crittall doors, hand-built wardrobes utilising original materials, and stylish neutral décor throughout.

The principal rooms boast stunning views over the extensive lawned garden and surrounding countryside. The gardens, wrapping around the house, lead to a well-screened paved terrace and extend to a fenced paddock area, bordered by mature hedging and trees. With a large garage, ample driveway parking, and privates lanes to Askham Bryan and Askham Richard, The Carriage House offers a perfect blend of luxury and convenience.

The principal rooms enjoy far-reaching views over the extensive lawned garden and across neighbouring countryside. Wrapping around the house, the gardens lead out from a well-screened paved terrace and extend down to a fenced paddock area, mature hedging and trees creating a natural border. In addition to a double garage, there is ample driveway parking, and private lanes to both Askham Bryan and Askham Richard.

Location

The picturesque village of Askham Richard lies just five miles from York, a primary school, church, village hall, village green with duck pond and a good local pub. The village benefits from excellent commuter links close to the A64 leading to Leeds and the A1(M) and there is a regular bus service.

Askham Bryan is a popular conservation village with easy access to York and the A64, making it very popular with commuters. The village has a pub, The Nags Head, church and a bus service. Primary education is catered for at St Mary’s Church of England Voluntary School in Askham Richard (Ofsted Good 2023) only one and a half miles. Tadcaster Grammar School (Ofsted Good 2022) is under 10 miles away, Askham Bryan Agricultural college and York High School (Ofsted Good 2022) in just over two miles. York has a number of well regarded public schools.

Askham Bryan Wildlife and Conservation Park is one and a half miles from the village and Pike Hills Golf Club is just over two miles distant.

This vibrant and historic city has an abundance of 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, independent shops, restaurants, public houses and supermarkets. The city boasts excellent restaurants including award winning restaurants.

York railway station is over three miles away and offers regular services to major cities including Manchester, Edinburgh and London with some journeys taking less than two hours to Kings Cross.

The A64 ring road is less than one mile away and gives access to Leeds, the A1(M) and the wider motorway network. York College is only a short distance, just over two and a half miles.

University of York can be accessed just over six miles away via the A64. The city offers a diverse range of primary and secondary schools. Day and boarding schools on offer are The Mount, St Peter's and Bootham.

Copmanthorpe village is two miles distant with a range of shops, café, takeaways, post office, pub, primary school (Ofsted Good 2023) and nursery. In addition there is a dentist and doctor’s surgery along with a sports and community centre offering tennis, cricket and football clubs.

Please note all distances and travel times are approximate.

Square Footage: 4,044 sq ft