Main Street, Bishop Wilton, York

This delightful period cottage is set in the highly desirable village with stunning views of Bishop Wilton. Offering over 2,000 square feet of living space, the property seamlessly combines traditional charm with modern comfort. With its picturesque location and generously sized accommodation, its perfect for those seeking village life without compromising on space.
Highfield Cottage was originally two separate cottages featuring kitchen/dining area, three versatile reception rooms, five bedrooms and two well appointed bathrooms.
There is the potential with minor alterations to create an independent annex, ideal for a relative or as a holiday let, this flexibility is made possible by featuring two independent staircases providing a rare opportunity to adapt the home to suit a variety of needs.
Externally there is a south-east facing rear garden which is lawned and bordered by a beech hedge offering a private and tranquil outdoor space together with parking.
In September 2024 Bishop Wilton came in 5th on the list of 20 desirable area's to move to by The Times.

In summary this presents a fantastic opportunity to acquire a charming character home with endless potential.

This property is Freehold. East Riding of Yorkshire Council - Council Tax Band E.

Entrance Porch - 1.22m x 2.41m (4'0" x 7'10") - Entered via double glazed side door, terracotta tiled flooring, sealed unit double glazed sash window to the side elevation.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 8.79m x 2.42m (28'10" x 7'11") - Solid wood fitted kitchen units with granite working surfaces, belfast sink with mixer tap, integrated dishwasher, freestanding rangemaster oven with five ring gas hob, double extractor hood over. two sealed unit double glazed windows to the rear, Velux window. Terracotta tiled flooring, radiator and spot lights. Double doors leading to:

Conservatory - 2.72m x 5.53m (8'11" x 18'1") - Upvc double glazed windows to all sides, patio doors to the rear and tiled flooring.

Utility - 2.12m x 2.14m (6'11" x 7'0") - Single glazed window to the rear elevation, fitted with a range of wall and base units, stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap, plumbing for washing machine and space for tumble dryer, terracotta tiled floor and rear entrance door.

Ground Floor Bathroom - 2.25m x 1.54m (7'4" x 5'0") - Panelled bath with electric shower over, pedestal wash hand basin , WC, tiled floor and part tiled walls. Radiator, Velux window, extractor fan. Access to boiler cupboard with wall mounted LPG Valliant central heating boiler , sealed unit window to the side.

Lean To - Wooden lean to rear porch, single glazed windows and rear access door.

Snug - 2.87m x 4.98m (9'4" x 16'4") - Single glazed sash window to the front, feature brick fire place with open fire grate, radiator, feature character ceiling beams, three wall lights and second staircase leading to the first floor accommodation.

Dining Room - 3.48m x 5.08m (11'5" x 16'7") - Feature former range fire place. wooden front entrance door, sealed unit double glazed window to the front aspect. feature ceiling beams, four wall lights and radiator.

Sitting Room - 5.70m x 5.01m (18'8" x 16'5") - Feature log burner, two sealed unit double glazed sash windows to the front aspect and two further windows to the side aspect. feature ceiling beams, six wall light point, ornamental cast iron fireplace, two radiators and stairs to the first floor accommodation.

Landing - Two radiators and two sealed unit double glazed picture windows to the rear elevation

Bedroom One - 4.06m x 3.87m (13'3" x 12'8") - Single glazed window to the front elevation, feature ornamental fireplace, fitted wardrobes, loft access and radiator.

Bedroom Two - 2.87m x 3.15m (9'4" x 10'4") - Sealed unit double glazed sash window to the front elevation and radiator.

Bedroom Three - 2.84m x 4.01m (9'3" x 13'1") - Sealed unit double glazed sash windows to the front and side aspect and radiator.

Bedroom Four - 2.87m x 3.15m (9'4" x 10'4") - Sealed unit double glazed sash window to the front elevation, radiator and loft access.

Bedroom Five - 2.42m x 2.73m (7'11" x 8'11") - Double glazed window to the rear elevation and radiator.

Family Bathroom - 4.23m x 2.39m (13'10" x 7'10") - Double shower cubicle with rain fall shower head and hand held attachment, freestanding roll top bath with telephone style mixer tap with shower head attachment, pedestal wash hand basin, high flush w/c , wood panelled walls, two double glazed windows to the rear. radiator and wooden floor.

Outside - Offering a south east facing rear garden which is laid to lawn with a beech hedge boundary, an archway leads to a private grassed seating area and brick built store which could be developed to create a garage subject to necessary planning permissions. There is a parking area at the top of the garden this can be accessed via a shared gravel driveway, there is also a parking space to the side of the house.
Raised lawned seating are with excellent views down past the village beck.

Additional Information -

Appliances - None of the above appliances have been tested by the Agent.

Services - Mains water, electricity and drainage. LPG , Telephone connection subject to renewal by British Telecom.

Council Tax - East Riding of Yorkshire Council - Council Tax Band E.

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