5 bedroom detached house for sale

Thought to date to around 1904, Foss House is one of the best houses in this very pretty Yorkshire village ideally situated between York and Pocklington. Standing in the midst of private and generous gardens the property is well screened from the street and displays some of the very best characteristics of this much favoured period but also blends perfectly with a modern rear extension.

Large without being rambling the property showcases the features of the original 'arts and crafts' style property whilst sympathetically blending the contemporary rear extension where there is an open plan breakfast kitchen complete with modern units, a professional Deluxe Rangemaster and a large living space with bifold doors leading to a patio area. In the original wing of the house there are a range of well-proportioned reception rooms and a generous utility/laundry room, boot room, study and a cloakroom. To the first floor are 4 very generous double bedrooms and two bathrooms. The property showcases a stunning carved staircase, original fireplaces and two full height bay windows with original stained glass to the impressive front elevation.

Accessed via a private driveway there is parking for several cars in addition to garaging and a workshop. The grounds sweep around the property and offer privacy and several outdoor seating areas perfect for entertaining. The main lawn is to the front of the property and in its former years was used as an outdoor tennis court.

Wilberfoss is a very pretty and well-served village just 8 miles from York. The village itself offers a good choice of amenities including a shop with Post Office, a popular village pub, butchers, active community centre, outstanding primary school, pre-school nursery, tennis club and a sports pavilion. Ideally positioned for access to both York and the popular market town of Pocklington with its eponymous school; there is a regular bus service in both directions and mainline railway stations in nearby York, Howden & Brough.