2 bedroom semi-detached house

A Charming Period Home with Potential in the Aberford Conservation Area

Welcome to The School House, a unique semi-detached period property brimming with charm and character. Offered on the open market for the first time in over 80 years, this former school master’s residence is adjacent to the village primary school and nestled within the picturesque conservation area.

The ground floor boasts three reception rooms, including a lounge, separate dining room, and a cosy sitting room. The fitted kitchen, complete with oven and hob, opens to a quaint courtyard with two outbuildings.

With two double bedrooms and a large shower room on the first floor, there’s ample scope for redesign and extension to suit your needs. The property is heated by a gas boiler to one room and supplemented by a night storage heater and various fires.

To the outside enjoy the expansive walled gardens on two sides, featuring lush lawns, fruit trees, rhubarb, and gooseberry bushes. The property also includes a driveway with off-road parking and an open-fronted garden store.

Situated at the top of School Lane, next to the Parish Church, The School House offers excellent amenities within easy reach.

This property is perfect for those looking to create a bespoke family home while preserving its historical essence. Don’t miss the opportunity to own a piece of local history with endless potential.

Aberford is an attractive rural village with a wide range of amenities, which include a primary school, and regular bus services. It is approximately 1 mile from the A1, A64 and A1/M1 link road. Also within easy car commuting distance of Leeds and York. The village has many buildings of interest including St Ricarius Church, The Almshouses and Becca Hall and is surrounded by ancient wood and parkland. Many miles of foot and bridle paths cross the village at the centre of which is an interesting stone bridge spanning Cock Beck. The national trunk road network is accessible from the nearby A1 and M62, A1/M1 link road. Main line rail connections are available at Garforth (4 miles) and Leeds/Bradford Airport is within easy reach by car in approximately 40 minutes. Comprehensive shopping and sports facilities are all within a 20 minutes drive. These include several golf courses a swimming pool, squash and cricket clubs. The village supports its own Bowling and Tennis Clubs and has its own Association Football Team.