York Road, Naburn, York, YO19

The Old School House, dating from 1872, is an attractive Victorian four-bedroom semi-detached home that marries period elegance with contemporary family comfort. At its heart lies a wonderfully bright kitchen–dining space, enhanced by a striking glazed extension that draws in abundant light and creates a graceful setting for everyday living. Laid with solid wood flooring, there is a beautifully appointed shaker-style kitchen, featuring fitted units and a Belfast sink with under-sink reverse osmosis water filter, while a separate spacious utility room and WC provide practicality. The reception rooms are both inviting and refined, offering versatile spaces for formal or informal living, enriched by period features and a cosy wood burner. The front aspect looks onto a beautiful wooded copse, bringing trees and their seasonal colour change directly into view. Thoughtful nooks throughout the house offer ideal areas for working or study, and natural light has been prioritised with the addition of sky-lights to many of the rooms.

The four bedrooms include a sophisticated principal bedroom with extensive fitted wardrobes, and all are served by a tastefully finished house bathroom, complete with a bath and overhead shower. The fourth bedroom, accessed via its own private staircase, presents an ideal home office space, with potential to create an independent annexe by introducing an external doorway.

Set well back from the pavement, the property is approached through a mature and beautifully established front garden that affords both privacy and a picturesque sense of arrival. Ornamental and fruit trees provide seasonal interest, while the landscaping has been carefully designed to include a handsome paved terrace alongside an immaculate lawn, all perfectly screened from the road by deep, lush hedging. Climbing plants add colour and charm to the façade, and a delightful garden shed or summer house contributes to the garden’s peaceful, idyllic character. To one side, a sweeping gravel driveway offers generous off-street parking.

To the rear, a private walled courtyard provides an intimate outdoor sanctuary, enriched by well-stocked borders and vibrant container planting, together with a neatly arranged log store. Over the years the property has been meticulously maintained and thoughtfully improved, including the addition of an air source heat pump and double glazed timber windows to enhance its comfort and energy efficiency.

Naburn itself is a highly desirable village, cherished for its tranquil riverside setting and strong sense of community. In addition to the popular local pub, York Marina bar and restaurant, with its spectacular views over the river, is within a 5 minute walk. Historic Naburn Lock is home to the delightful "Tea by the Lock" cafe, which also hosts weekend evening events, including live music. The primary school is a popular choice with families - on its own merit and because it is a catchment school for the highly-regarded Fulford Secondary School, 3 miles away.
The beautiful tree-lined York- Selby cycle track is within a stone's throw - a wonderful way to enjoy walks which bring seasonal changes to life, and making it possible to get into York by bike within 20 minutes. Within 2 miles of the village there is also direct access onto the A64, facilitating commuting to Leeds and the major road networks.