Ellerton, York, YO42

A distinguished country residence, thoughtfully & extensively cared for, showcasing exceptional attention to detail and character, set within glorious private grounds of about 1 acre.

This gracious and welcoming family home has been meticulously maintained and thoughtfully enhanced throughout. Extending to approximately 2702sqft, the property offers exceptionally well-proportioned accommodation, carefully arranged to suit the demands of contemporary family living.

Set within a charming village setting, the location combines rural character with excellent accessibility, providing convenient connections to both the historic city of York and the market town of Pocklington. The property offers outstanding accommodation, finished with high-quality and tasteful fixtures throughout, and has benefited from a series of carefully considered improvements that further elevate its appeal. Filled with natural light, the interiors provide generous and versatile living spaces, ideally suited to both relaxed family life and elegant entertaining. The home is also perfectly positioned within walking distance of picturesque countryside walks.

Introduction.
There are beautifully appointed spaces for both formal and informal dining and entertaining, seamlessly flowing through to the private garden beyond. The layout has been carefully conceived to maximise views and connections to the garden, creating a sense of harmony between the interior and its tranquil outdoor setting. The accommodation offers attractive proportions throughout, complemented by consistently beautiful finishes. Considerable time, care, and attention to detail have been invested across the property, including new windows, resulting in a rare opportunity to acquire a home of such exceptional quality. With an intuitive layout that flows effortlessly from room to room, this impressive residence provides a refined yet comfortable environment, perfectly suited to families of varying sizes seeking elegance, space, and tranquillity.

Property description.
The naturally light-filled reception hall provides a warm and welcoming introduction to the home, immediately establishing a sense of understated elegance. More than simply an entrance hall, its generous proportions allow it to function equally well as a study or additional reception area, while incorporating ample integrated storage.

From here, the principal reception space unfolds. The sitting room is enhanced by an abundance of windows, an attractive wood-burning stove set within a charming surround, and beautifully finished beams. This impressive room offers both warmth and character, creating a space perfectly suited to relaxed family living as well as entertaining. Its generous proportions have allowed the current owners to incorporate a music area at one end, complemented by integrated cabinetry for books and decorative display. The room flows naturally into the exceptional family kitchen and dining area, which forms the true heart of the home. Thoughtfully designed, the kitchen features a central island with an integrated venting induction hob, extensive storage, and a curved breakfast bar providing informal seating beside the bi-fold doors. Integrated appliances include an oven, grill, fridge freezer, Quooker hot water and filter tap and dishwasher, while the surrounding cabinetry offers excellent storage capacity.

Bathed in natural light, the dual-aspect layout and bi-folding doors opening onto the south facing garden create a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living. Double-height ceilings, exposed trusses and uninterrupted garden views add both warmth and architectural character, enhancing the welcoming atmosphere.

Adjacent to the kitchen, the family room is a particularly striking space, enjoying panoramic views across the beautifully landscaped rear garden through bi-fold doors. With impressive ceiling height, exposed trusses and a dual aspect allowing light to flood the room, the space feels both airy and inviting. A wood-burning stove adds further warmth and character, while integrated bookshelves and bespoke cabinetry frame the front-facing window beautifully.

The strength and versatility of the reception accommodation is a defining feature of the property, making the most of the south-facing garden and its private outlook. Generous proportions and thoughtful design create elegant yet comfortable living spaces that lend themselves equally well to everyday family life and larger social gatherings. During the warmer months, the garden flows effortlessly into the home, creating a wonderful environment for entertaining. Practicality has also been carefully considered. The boot room provides an excellent range of integrated storage and complementary work surfaces, ideally suited to country and family living. It houses the boiler and includes plumbing for a washing machine, along with a heated towel rail. Beyond the family room, the accommodation continues with impressive versatility. A ground-floor bedroom is served by a stylish adjacent shower room featuring a rainfall shower, heated towel rail and built-in storage. A hall cupboard and window overlooking the garden add further practicality and charm.

The principal bedroom is a truly striking space, defined by its double-height ceiling, exposed beams and French doors opening directly onto the garden. This elegant room frames the south-facing views beautifully, allowing the changing seasons to be enjoyed throughout the year. Integrated wardrobes provide excellent storage, while the en-suite bathroom has been stylishly presented with contemporary fittings that complement the character of the room, creating a luxurious and relaxing private retreat.

A staircase leads to the first floor, where three further bedrooms are located. Two are well-proportioned double rooms with attractive dual aspects; one benefits from integrated wardrobes, while the other includes a walk-in cupboard. The third bedroom is currently arranged as a study. One bedroom enjoys the advantage of an en-suite shower room with rainfall shower, while the remaining bedrooms are served by the family bathroom, fitted with tasteful fixtures, integrated vanity storage, a beautiful bath and a heated towel rail.

Outside.
The south-facing garden, extending to just over one acre, provides an exceptional degree of privacy and creates a truly impressive and tranquil outdoor setting. Enjoying a wonderful sense of openness and seclusion, the grounds form a natural extension of the living spaces within the house. A beautifully positioned patio adjoining the family room and dining area offers the ideal setting for outdoor dining, morning coffee, or relaxed evenings with family and friends, while its proximity to the house allows for effortless indoor–outdoor living during the warmer months. The garden has been thoughtfully landscaped to create a harmonious balance between structure and natural beauty. Expansive lawns sweep gently through the grounds, framed by mature shrubs, established hedging and carefully selected specimen trees that lend both character and year-round interest. Throughout the seasons the garden reveals changing colours and textures, from the fresh vibrancy of spring planting to the rich tones of late summer and autumn.

Beyond the main lawned areas, raised vegetable beds provide an excellent opportunity for those wishing to embrace a more productive lifestyle, whether growing seasonal produce or cultivating herbs and flowers. The grounds also feature a charming timber summer house (with Infra-red sauna) positioned to enjoy views across the garden, offering a peaceful retreat for reading, relaxing or quiet reflection. Practical additions include a greenhouse, a useful shed/workshop and two further stores, providing ample space for gardening equipment and outdoor pursuits. The scale and versatility of the grounds present exciting possibilities, with ample room for families to enjoy outdoor recreation, for gardening enthusiasts to further develop the landscape, or for those wishing to explore the potential for a smallholding or more sustainable lifestyle. Carefully maintained and thoughtfully arranged, the garden successfully combines areas of openness with more sheltered spaces, creating an environment that feels both expansive and intimate.

Altogether, the grounds form a peaceful oasis, offering exceptional privacy and a wonderful sense of calm. Whether hosting summer gatherings, enjoying quiet moments surrounded by nature, or simply taking in the changing seasons, the garden provides a beautiful and highly enjoyable outdoor environment. To the front of the property, generous gravelled parking provides space for multiple vehicles and is approached in a manner that enhances the welcoming character of the home. An EV charging point is located in the drive. A garage integrated into the house offers further practicality and secure storage.

Location.
Ellerton is a delightful, historic and un-spoilt village. Appearing in the Domesday Book and having been a settlement since the Anglo-Saxon times, once home to the Gilbertine Priory with water meadows to the west. The village Church is now managed by the Ellerton Church Preservation Trust which cares for the building due to its architectural, historic and landscape value and the churchyard is managed for its benefit to wildlife. The village has an inn, The Boot & Shoe, village pond with picnic tables, historically known as ‘The Weres’, it originated in the village in the 19th Century and it attracts a rich variety of wildlife. There is a village hall which hosts a variety of entertainment and social events, craft workshops. The River Derwent is located to the west of the village and there are a variety of beautiful walks to enjoy from the doorstep.

Pocklington is a historic and traditional market town with a wonderful variety of high-quality independent retailers including coffee shops, restaurants, butchers, bakers, gift shops and home/interior design shops. The town has strong state and independent schooling with a choice of nurseries, primary and secondary education. There are national supermarkets and quick access onto the A1079 to head east and west. A rich variety of sporting, recreational, educational, and cultural activities are available within close walking distance. Francis Scaife Sports Centre has a swimming pool, gym, squash courts, a variety of fitness classes, sports clubs, and sports hall.

Burnby Hall Gardens located within Pocklington is “a jewel in Yorkshire’s crown” and home to a national collection of water lilies, the gardens host an annual tulip festival, Sunday brass band concerts and has a well-regarded tearoom. The Pocklington Arts Centre is a popular and well-known asset in the town and is home to cinema, music, comedy, and theatre productions. The Wolds and Vale of York is an unspoilt part of Yorkshire, offering phenomenal walking and cycling opportunities with the high rolling Wolds being classic David Hockney countryside renowned for its big views and its vast, rolling arable countryside. The historic city of York and Leeds are all within reach and commuting distance. York offers an excellent range of independent and national retailers, sporting, cultural and recreational facilities expected from such a well-regarded city, together with its famous racecourse. The mainline railway station in York provides services to all parts of the UK and a fast train to London Kings Cross in under 2 hours.