North Parade, North Road, Ripon, HG4

If you’ve been hunting for a home with proper Victorian grandeur but without the creaky floorboards of a museum, this handsome end-of-terrace might just make your heart skip a beat. It’s a splendid match for families who want room to spread out, or for anyone who loves entertaining and appreciates a home with real character. Come and take a look before someone else bags it.

Step inside and you’re greeted with three reception rooms, which means there’s no excuse for squabbles over the TV remote. The large lounge, with its bay window, is perfect for showing off your finest furniture, while the other rooms can easily flex into a snug, study or even a music room if you’re that way inclined. The breakfast kitchen is a real heart-of-the-home space, complete with an island and room for a table, ideal for lazy Sunday brunches or hurried school-morning toast. Just off here, there’s a utility room with its own WC, because nobody ever complained about having too many loos.

Upstairs on the first floor, you’ll find three double bedrooms, including the main suite, which comes with its own en-suite shower and a big bay window that rather insists you stop and admire the outlook with a cup of tea. The house bathroom is kitted out with a clean white suite and shower-over-bath arrangement, with a separate WC nearby, so there’s no need for queues in the morning. On the top floor, there are two further doubles, both with their own wash basins, and a smaller single room that works as a nursery, box room or an office for those days when you’re hiding from the rest of the household.

Outside, the front garden is raised and neatly designed to be as much about relaxing as it is about looking pretty. There’s even room for a barbecue, so you can invite friends round and make good use of the sunshine when it makes a rare appearance. Around the back, you’ll find a tidy courtyard garden that leads directly to a large garage, which is handy whether you’re a car enthusiast, DIY fan, or just in need of somewhere to keep the bikes and camping gear out of sight.

Ripon itself is a delightfully small city with a big personality. You’ve got the impressive cathedral for when you fancy a bit of history, a bustling market square that’s perfect for picking up fresh produce or people-watching with a coffee, and a good mix of shops, pubs and restaurants that cater to all tastes. For families, there are well-regarded schools close by, and for commuters, there are straightforward road links to Harrogate, Leeds and beyond, meaning you can enjoy city life by day and retreat to your Victorian haven by night.

Double-glazed with Gas Central Heating.

Launch day for viewings is Saturday 6th of September. Please ring or email to book a time to suit.