Piccadilly, York, North Yorkshire, YO1

Wonderful penthouse with parking and roof terrace within the heart of York City Centre

Description

5 Piccadilly Lofts is a superb first floor apartment overlooking the river and the historic Clifford’s Tower.

This two bedroom penthouse apartment is full of character and charm and benefits from under croft parking space and lift access. Piccadilly Lofts is an award winning development which is perfectly situated within the city walls and provides easy access to all of the amenities offered by York.

Considering the apartments location within the city centre, this property offers a secluded and peaceful residence.

Accessed from the first floor, this unique apartment is designed to an exceptionally high standard. The large living-dining room is the heart of the apartment, flooded with light from two large windows, this space is ideal for entertaining and contemporary living. Set off from the living area is a stylish kitchen with quality fitted appliances, including Grohe kettle tap, fridge-freezer, wine fridge and dishwasher. There is also a principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes and house bathroom with separate bath and shower. Both benefit from Velux windows.

To the second floor, is a useful study area and guest bedroom with en suite bathroom and French doors opening onto a fantastic private roof terrace.

Location

This small select secure development occupies a unique and enviable position within the heart of York City Centre.

The property is perfectly positioned within the city’s historic walls and adjacent to Walmgate, the medieval district of York. Walmgate offers a variety of local restaurants, cafes and shops and bars. Fossgate is another thriving street with a further range of popular local eateries, bars and shops with a number of festivals hosted each year.

Within the city is the York Theatre Royal, Art Gallery, York Minster, Bettys Tea Rooms and the famous Shambles along with a range of local cafes, shops, restaurants, public houses, supermarkets and further landmark attractions.

The award winning The Star Inn the City by Andrew Pern and the Michelin-starred restaurant, Roots, by Tommy Banks. In addition, there is Skosh by Neil Bentinck which also boasts a Michelin-star, positioned on popular Micklegate.

Located beside the River Ouse is York City Rowing Club, York Pilates Space and The Perky Peacock, a cosy café in a medieval tower. Rowntree Park boasts a café, playground, tennis and basketball courts.

The well-known York Racecourse and Knavesmire are about two miles from the city accessed by a delightful walk or cycle along the river.

About half a mile away is Bishopthorpe Road which won the ‘Great British High Street of the Year’ award in 2015. The area has a well-known parade of independent shops, café-delis and restaurants which host regular events and festivals.

York railway station is about a mile way 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 about three miles from the city centre giving access to Leeds, the A1(M) and the wider motorway.

York St John University is about one mile from Piccadilly and York University is about one and a half miles from the centre with a good cycle route.

The city offers a diverse range of primary and secondary schools including Scarcroft Primary School (Academy), All Saints RC School (Ofsted Outstanding 2016) and Millthorpe School (Academy). Independent schools on offer are The Mount, St Peter's and Bootham.

Please note all distances and travel times are approximate.

Square Footage: 900 sq ft
Leasehold with approximately 202 years remaining.


Additional Info

City of York Council, Band F