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Features and description
- Idyillic village location
- Charming detached period cottage dating back to the 1800s
- Extensively renovated including roof, windows, rewire and heating
- Generous plot of approximately 1/3 acre
- Country-style breakfast kitchen with bi-fold doors to garden
- Three reception rooms including two with log burners
- Five bedrooms and two bathrooms
- Private rear garden with patio, trees and powered sheds
- Peaceful village location within easy reach of York
Church Cottage, Scrayingham – A Charming Detached Period Home on a Generous 1/3 Acre Plot
Nestled within the idyllic rural village of Scrayingham, Church Cottage is a beautifully presented detached period home dating back to the 1800s. This charming family residence has been thoughtfully improved by the current owners, benefitting from a comprehensive programme of upgrades including a new roof, double-glazed windows, full electrical rewire, modern heating system and pressurised water system – blending characterful heritage with modern comfort.
Set within an enviable plot of approximately one third of an acre, the property enjoys a peaceful setting with no neighbouring properties to the rear, offering a rare degree of privacy within this sought-after village location.
The well-proportioned accommodation briefly comprises an inviting entrance leading to a spacious country-style breakfast kitchen with dining area, complete with bi-fold doors opening onto the rear garden – creating a superb space for both everyday living and entertaining. A practical utility room with guest WC is located off the kitchen. The ground floor further benefits from a formal dining room with log-burning stove and garden access, a separate study ideal for home working, and a generous open sitting/family room featuring a second log burner and dual-aspect windows that flood the space with natural light. A ground floor bathroom completes the layout.
To the first floor, the property offers five well-sized bedrooms along with a family bathroom, providing flexible accommodation well suited to modern family life.
Externally, the enclosed rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn and framed by mature trees and shrub borders, creating a tranquil outdoor space. A paved patio area provides the perfect spot for outdoor dining, while several sheds with power offer useful storage or workshop potential. Side access leads to the front of the property, where a driveway provides off-street parking for multiple vehicles.
EPC Rating: D
Rooms
ENTRANCE
Dimensions: 1.81m x 2.75m (5'11" x 9'0"). Window to side aspect, stone flooring.
KITCHEN
Dimensions: 3.04m x 4.87m (9'11" x 15'11"). Window to front aspect, oak wood flooring, beamed ceiling, range of oak wall and base units with granite work tops, range gas cooker, integrated fridge/freezer, integrated dishwasher, tiled splash back and steps to dining area.
DINING AREA
Dimensions: 3.89m x 3.81m (12'9" x 12'5"). Window to side aspect, bi-fold doors to rear aspect, wood flooring, power points and radiators.
UTILITY ROOM/ GUEST CLOAKROOM
Dimensions: 1.95m x 3.81m (6'4" x 12'5" ). Windows to side aspect, range of wall and base units with sink, space for washing machine, extractor fan and stone flooring.
DINING ROOM
Dimensions: 3.22m x 4.23m (10'6" x 13'10"). Window to front aspect, door to rear aspect, beamed ceiling, wood burner with brick surround, storage cupboard, radiators and power points.
REAR HALL
Dimensions: 3.64m x 1.33m (11'11" x 4'4"). Radiator, understairs storage cupboard, storage cupboard and power points.
GROUND FLOOR BATHROOM
Dimensions: 2.64m x 2.51m (8'7" x 8'2" ). Velux window to rear aspect, bath, shower, low flush WC, sink with vanity and radiator
SITTING ROOM
Dimensions: 3.66m x 7.80m (12'0" x 25'7" ). Windows to front, door to side aspect, Velux to rear, log burning stove, power points and radiators.
STUDY
Dimensions: 3.66m x (12'0" x ). Window to side, radiator and power points.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Velux window to rear, fitted wardrobes, power points and radiator.
BEDROOM ONE
Dimensions: 4.94m x 5.19m (16'2" x 17'0"). Window to front side and rear aspect, power points, radiators.
BEDROOM TWO
Dimensions: 4.54m x 2.51m (14'10" x 8'2"). Window to front aspect, power points, radiator.
BEDROOM THREE
Dimensions: 3.59m x 2.21m (11'9" x 7'3" ). Window to front aspect, power points, radiator.
BEDROOM FOUR
Dimensions: 3.02m x 2.37m (9'10" x 7'9" ). Velux windows to side aspect, power points, radiator.
BEDROOM FIVE
Dimensions: 2.66m x 3.72m (8'8" x 12'2" ). Window to front aspect, power points, radiator.
BATHROOM
Dimensions: 1.53m x 1.76m (5'0" x 5'9" ). Window to side aspect, fully tiled panel enclosed bath with overhead shower, low flush WC, hand wash basin with pedestal, heated towel rail, extractor fan.
OUTSIDE
Outside, the property has an enclosed rear garden which is mainly laid to lawn with a range of trees and shrub borders, patio area, sheds with power and side access. To the front of the property there is driveway parking for multiple vehicles.
SERVICES
Oil fired central heating, septic tank, LPG gas cylinder for Range cooker.
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Disclaimer
We take care to ensure our property details are accurate and fair, but they are for guidance only and do not form part of any contract. Measurements, floor plans, photographs, and descriptions are provided in good faith as a general guide, and should be checked by any prospective purchaser. We recommend that all buyers satisfy themselves on every aspect of the property before making a commitment to purchase.
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