Westow, York, North Yorkshire, YO60

An extended 16th Century farmhouse enjoying space and privacy.

Description

Low Grange is a remarkable residence steeped in history since the sixteenth century, thoughtfully renovated to preserve its exquisite charm and character. Nestled within 2.7 acres of private countryside, just outside the village of Westow, this property offers the perfect blend of rural tranquility and modern convenience.

This detached stone house spans nearly 4,800 square feet of luxurious living space, meticulously arranged over three levels. The high specification fixtures and fittings throughout reflect a commitment to quality and refinement.

The heart of Low Grange is its impressive 24ft open-plan kitchen and breakfast room, featuring substantial exposed beams and floor-to-ceiling double doors that seamlessly connect indoor and outdoor spaces. The kitchen boasts a grand island with a double Belfast sink, a 5-ring hob, and an electric Aga, complemented by original brick and stone accents. This space is highlighted by a cosy snug with an inglenook fireplace, a striking dining room, and a dual-aspect sitting room for versatile living.

The upper floors host six well-appointed bedrooms and four stylish bathrooms, including a master suite with vaulted ceilings, a private balcony, and a luxurious en suite featuring a jacuzzi bath and walk-in wardrobe. Outside, beautifully restored stone outbuildings surround a charming courtyard, currently used as a gym, bar, kitchen and office, they offer exceptional potential as offices or entertainment spaces.

Accessed via a private lane and secured by electric gates, the property offers ample parking with a wrap-around drive leading to a courtyard and triple bay garage. Outdoor living is optimized with an Argentinian-style barbeque area and accompanying sandstone outdoor kitchen, perfect for gatherings. Gentle slopes in the gardens reveal breathtaking views, complemented by expansive lawn, mature trees, two paddocks; one to the east with mixed woodland and a small brook and two timber stables and a smaller paddock to the north.

Location

Situated between the Howardain Hills (AONB) and the Yorkshire Wolds with wonderful views. The rural situation, accessibility to local villages and market towns as well as York make this an ideal prospect for those seeking a lifestyle property with high amenity value.

The house is positioned less than two miles, by car to the village of Westow, or less than one mile by foot to the local public house via green path. The village has a cricket club, playing fields, church and a village hall.

The house lies approximately five miles from the market town of Malton and about eight miles from Stamford Bridge and 15 miles from the City of York. The property is on the edge of the Yorkshire Wolds, close to the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, nine miles from Castle Howard and only 27 miles from Scarborough on the East Coast.

Norton (5 miles) is a town separated by a bridge over the River Derwent from Malton. Norton has independent shops, an award winning butchers, a small supermarket, pubs, church, library, a fitness centre, swimming pool, Malton and Norton Golf club, primary school (Ofsted Good 2022) and Norton College (Ofsted Good 2023). The old Roman garrison town of Malton is now the artisan food capital of North Yorkshire with its award-winning monthly food and farmers markets, as well as a weekly market, and annual Food Lovers’ Festival backed by excellent local shops. There are supermarkets, two breweries, restaurants, the Talbot Hotel, cookery school, tearooms, a cinema, theatre and Castle Gardens with five acres of park.

There is a station at Malton with quick and regular trains to York, which has connections to London Kings Cross on the fast East Coast mainline. The Transpennine trains from Malton originate in Scarborough and after York, go on to Leeds, Manchester and Liverpool. York is the nearest city, about 5miles along the A64 or A166 which leads on to the A1(M).

Stamford Bridge offers a wide range of amenities, including a doctor’s surgery, veterinary clinic, local supermarket, post office, café, hairdressers, public house and well regarded primary school.

Please note all distances and travel times are approximate.

Square Footage: 4,579 sq ft


Acreage: 2.7 Acres

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