Lilling, York, North Yorkshire

A SUPERBLY POSITIONED EQUESTRIAN PROPERTY WITH POTENTIAL IN AN ENVIABLE POSITION ON THE EDGE OF A MOST CONVENIENT AND POPULAR VILLAGE

West Lilling itself is an unspoilt rural village set amidst the gently undulating countryside which rises from the Vale of York towards the southern edge of the Howardian Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) which lies a short distance away to the north. The property is extremely conveniently located, being just 3½ miles west of the main A64 Leeds – Scarborough trunk road thereby making for quick and easy access to many of the main commercial centres in the area, as well as to renowned areas of countryside such as the North York Moors National Park, the Howardian and Hambleton Hills and the east coast which together, comprise some of the most beautiful countryside to be found anywhere. A good range of local facilities is available in nearby Sheriff Hutton.

Howl Beck is a most conveniently situated property lying on the western edge of the village and lies adjacent to a public road and is therefore not isolated, yet is surrounded by its own land providing much protection and privacy. The grounds are well established and interestingly planted with a variety of specimen plants, trees and shrubs forming the most perfect setting for this fine property. To the rear of the formal grounds is a most useful stable yard providing extensive stabling, which together with the adjoining land makes the property ideal for those with an equestrian interest. Indeed, the sale of Howl Beck presents potential purchasers with a rare combination of an easily manageable residence set within mature grounds, together with adjoining pasture land in a rural village location, yet lying within easy reach of both York and Leeds.

Constructed of painted brick elevations under a pantile roof, the accommodation which is in need of a certain amount of attention, has the benefit of oil fired central heating and UPVC double-glazed windows virtually throughout and is all arranged over one floor making for easily manageable and comfortable living accommodation. Of particular note is the Kitchen with its Aga range and the large Conservatory which is arranged to the western elevation so as to make the best possible use of the available sunshine at all times of the year.

The property is approached through boarded double gates with the driveway leading to the front of the house whilst adjacent, is a turning circle arranged around a small spinney containing Silver Birch, Holly, Laurel, Spruce and Cotoneaster. To one side is the front garden area which is interspersed with specimen trees and shrubs to include Camellia, Flowering Cherry, Cypress, Silver Birch, Cedar, Sycamore, Oak and various annuals and perennials which all form a most pleasant and effective screen for the property. The more formal garden area lies immediately to the rear of the property and is laid down to a lawn bounded and protected by a number of Cypress and Spruce and centred around an ornamental pond. The northern boundary is marked by the stable yard wall which is surmounted by Japonica and Cotoneaster.

The buildings lie to the rear and are arranged around a central yard and comprise a Goodricke timber stable range containing 4 stables and a feed store/tack room, three further timber ranges providing 6 stables and a breezeblock garage/stable block comprising 2 stables, cart shed and wash down area. To the rear are specimen Oak, Lime, Beech, Copper Beech and Cypress.

The land which extends in all to about just over 8 acres, lies to the west and north of the residence and is entirely laid down to a number of railed paddocks, one with a double Field Shelter, thereby making the property eminently suitable for those wishing to keep horses or ponies.

VIEWING
Strictly by appointment through the sole agents, Messrs Humberts York office, telephone .