Sim Balk Lane, Bishopthorpe, York

A rare opportunity to purchase a substantial period family home in the picturesque and much sought after village of Bishopthorpe, York.

Bishopthorpe is 2 miles from York City Centre and offers three award winning pubs as well as a social club, multiple hair salons, a Co-Op, riverside restaurants, tennis, football and cricket club and much more which explains why it such a desirable place to reside. The village has easy access to the A64 and an excellent primary school. Bishopthorpe falls into the catchment for Fulford, Tadcaster Grammar and Millthorpe High Schools.

Built in 1929 and beautifully maintained and presented throughout, this wonderful home is full of historic features and charm allowing new owners to move in and enjoy while there is still huge potential to extend as many others have along the street with incredible results.

The property is entered via a large private driveway to the front, offering ample parking for multiple vehicles. Boundaries are defined with attractive panel fencing, mature hedging and stunning tall trees which create complete privacy and security.

Internally this gorgeous family home has been tastefully and carefully updated to ensure the charm and period features are maintained, with original flooring in places, stain glass windows, period coving and beautiful but subtle features evident throughout.

The main living room provides a perfect space to relax and unwind, large front facing bay windows allow light to fill the spacious room which provides built in storage, tasteful décor, oak flooring and stunning log burner.

The kitchen and dining area has been opened up to create an amazing family space which allows access to the gardens via large bi-folding doors. The spacious kitchen area has integrated appliances, shaker style wall units and cabinets and huge potential to expand further. There is a downstairs W/C.

There is an additional versatile reception room which could be used as a home office, snug or children's playroom.

The first floor of the property features four exceptional double bedrooms, The family bathroom is fully tiled, beautifully designed with stand alone bathtub and walk in shower with glass enclosure.

A further extension in the form of a loft conversion is possible subject to the correct permissions.

To the rear of this spectacular property is the amazing westerly facing garden and patio area, fully enclosed and perfectly safe for children and pets to play while offering excellent privacy with stunning mature trees for adults to relax and entertain. There is a detached brick build garage, traditional greenhouse, large former summerhouse and side court area.

Very rarely do properties with this level of character and charm, come to market, viewings are strictly through Naish Estate Agents. If you need to sell a property to fund a purchase, please speak to us regarding a free consultation and valuation.

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