Blake Mews, York

Outstanding three-storey home within an historic building, discreetly situated and with private parking

York city centre has many hidden architectural gems, and tucked away behind Blake Street close to York Minster, 2 Blake Mews is an outstanding example. Originally part of a timber-framed medieval house, it was developed in 2004 with the help of Conservation specialists, uncovering 600 years of history some of which has been sensitively incorporated into the design. Blake Mews development comprises four apartments and won a design award in 2008.

No. 2 is a substantial town house/apartment within an historic building and is notable for its discreet setting and wonderful views. It is arranged over three floors and has a shared communal garden and parking space.

Entrance and staircase hall, cloakroom wc, study
Sitting room, kitchen/breakfast room, store room, principal bedroom suite with bathroom and dressing room, house bathroom
Bedroom 2 on the top floor
Single parking space, communal garden

Long leasehold 999 years from 2007

Additional Information - Period features abound within 2 Blake Mews and include flag stones, 16-paned sash windows, original cupboards with fittings, sturdy panelled doors - some with wrought iron latches, exposed beams, fireplaces, ornate plasterwork and wall panelling. On the ground floor, the stone flagged hall gives access to a cloakroom/wc and a study with a vaulted brick ceiling and mullion window. The magnificent turning staircase has a polished handrail with spiral volute, is wide with shallow treads and rises to a galleried landing with ornate moulding above.

On the first floor, the kitchen/breakfast room comfortably accommodates a kitchen table, has a traditional fireplace and large window with views across the communal garden to the Minster. There are modern fitted units, an island with sink and Grohe tap, granite worktops, an induction hob and integrated AEG appliances. The front rooms have tall sash windows facing the handsome front of York’s Assembly Rooms. Taking centre stage is the sitting room, which is elegantly proportioned, has time-honoured oak panelling that conceals a cupboard, a traditional cast iron hob grate fireplace and a pair of glorious 16-pane windows. Alongside is the principal bedroom suite; the bedroom has generous fitted wardrobes and cupboards and a pair of tall sash windows, the dressing room has a cast iron fireplace and the shower room includes a large shower and heated towel rail. Also accessed from the first floor landing is the house bathroom and a useful store room. The top/second floor is reached via a spiral staircase where there is a versatile room with the timber frame exposed, acting as a second bedroom. This charming room has recessed lighting, a corner fireplace and a fabulous outlook across to the Minster.

Outside - The property is approached on foot via Blake Street. A communal door leads to a communal area, passing through a covered entrance to the apartment. A gate within wrought iron railings opens to the private paved forecourt and front door of No.2. In front is an attractive communal garden with ornamental acers and a well-established vine. A gate in wrought iron railings leads to the communal parking area with a single allocated parking space and a bicycle rack. This secure parking area is accessed via Duncombe Place through iron gates.

Environs - York Railway Station 0.4 miles, A1(M) 13 miles, Harrogate 22 miles, Leeds Bradford Airport 31 miles

Blake Street is situated in York’s historic city centre within the city walls and next to St Helen’s Square, home of world-famous Bettys tea rooms, and Stonegate, York’s famed pedestrian street that leads north to the Minster. All the city’s amenities can be reached on foot including the botanical Museum Gardens and mainline railway station, which is ten minutes’ walk away.

General - Tenure: Leasehold 999 years from and including 1st January 2007
EPC Rating: Exempt as Grade II listed.
Council Tax Band: G
Services & Systems: Mains water, electricity and drainage. Electric central heating.
Fixtures & Fittings: Only those mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others, such as fitted carpets, curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments etc., are specifically excluded but may be made available by separate negotiation.
Local Authority: City of York Council Conservation area
Directions: The wrought iron gates that lead to the parking area are on Duncombe Place. Pedestrian access is via the black front entrance door, found on Blake Street, on the opposite side to the Assembly Rooms. What3words ///manliness.damp.body
Viewing: Strictly by appointment
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Photographs, particulars and showreel: Summer and Autumn 2024
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