4 bedroom detached house for sale

A beautifully refurbished four double-bedroom family home in the sought-after village of Rufforth, just four miles west of York. Built by the highly respected local builders Sawdon & Simpson, this home offers quality craftsmanship, generous proportions, and a welcoming feel, ideal for modern family living.

Welcome to 1 Southfield Close, a beautifully upgraded four double-bedroom family home in the sought-after village of Rufforth, just four miles west of York. Built by the highly respected local builders Sawdon & Simpson in the 1960s, this home offers quality craftsmanship, generous proportions, and a warm, welcoming feel, ideal for modern family living.

The property welcomes you with a charming double fronted façade, bay windows and a driveway offering plenty of off-street parking leading to a garage with a new electric garage door & matching composite front door.

Inside this gorgeous home, the hallway gives a bright and contemporary first impression. Tastefully decorated in neutral tones, with solid oak parquet flooring and a stylish herringbone runner up the painted staircase, the space has practical storage solutions while maintaining a stylish modern finish.

The spacious, bright living room also features solid oak parquet flooring, a new DEFRA-approved multi-fuel stove, and a lovely bay window with plantation shutters overlooking the quiet cul-de-sac.

To the rear the well-equipped kitchen offers generous worktop space, a range cooker and ample storage. It flows seamlessly through to the open plan dining area with sliding doors leading out to the conservatory currently used as a TV room, with a double radiator making it ideal for year-round use. This flexible living space opens onto a private garden and patio area, perfect for relaxed evenings and summer gatherings.

Upstairs the property has four good sized bedrooms, including a generous principal bedroom with bespoke fitted wardrobes and a large bay window overlooking the fields of Grasslands Farm. The modern family bathroom has been fully refitted featuring metro tiles, a heated mirror, towel radiator, and digital shower over the bath. There is also a chic ground floor WC with statement wallpaper and brass fittings.

A Google Nest thermostat with app control, and a recently converted unvented heating and hot water system ensure comfort, efficiency, and modern living for years to come. This property also has great storage space, with a deep garage incorporating a sink unit and a fully boarded loft.

Rufforth is a friendly, active village community just four miles west of York, with a village store with tea rooms, a village hall, playing fields with football, cricket, and tennis clubs, and a highly regarded Italian restaurant near the Airfield. It offers a fantastic outdoor lifestyle with scenic dog walks, bridleways, and quiet country lanes on your doorstep. Surrounded by open fields, and close to woodland spots, it’s ideal for nature lovers, dog owners and keen cyclists alike.

The village is home to Rufforth Primary School, a top performing school praised for its nurturing environment and strong community involvement, making it ideal for families.

Rufforth has excellent road links to York, Leeds, and beyond, while York City Centre provides attractions such as York Minster, Theatre Royal, and Michelin acclaimed restaurants including Roots and Skosh. The city has a diverse range of excellent secondary schools both state and independent.

York railway station offers fast connections to London, Manchester, and Edinburgh, while the A64 is situated less than 10 minutes away, providing easy access to Leeds, the A1(M), and the wider motorway network.