Pump Alley, Bolton Percy, YO23

Beyond the white picket fence and flowering cottage garden, 3 Vine Cottages is every bit as charming as its name suggests. A painted timber arbour frames the approach to the front door, creating an inviting first impression, whilst beautifully tended planting and the traditional white façade hint at the character and care that continue throughout the home.

Full of timeless cottage appeal, this beautifully presented, two bedroom home has been thoughtfully updated, blending period character with modern comforts. Carefully maintained and upgraded by the current owners, it offers an inviting place to enjoy village life in one of the area's most sought-after settings.

A welcoming entrance features a newly fitted front door and a bespoke arched glazed internal door, creating a practical porch with space for coats and shoes whilst allowing natural light to flow through into the living accommodation.

The sitting room is a wonderfully cosy reception room centred around a multi-fuel stove set within a brick chimney breast with an oak mantel and stone hearth. A bay window enjoys views across the beautifully landscaped front garden, whilst exposed ceiling beams and the restored natural timber staircase enhance the cottage's character. Recently redecorated throughout, the room is beautifully presented and offers a welcoming space to relax.

The breakfast kitchen has been fitted with grey shaker-style cabinetry complemented by updated worktops, contemporary flooring and tiled splashbacks. A stainless sink sits beneath the rear window overlooking the courtyard garden, whilst an integrated electric oven, hob and extractor are accompanied by space for both a dishwasher and washing machine. A generous walk-in pantry provides excellent additional storage and offers space for a fridge freezer.

To the first floor, the landing provides loft access, offering scope for conversion, subject to the necessary planning permissions and building regulations. Newly fitted carpets continue throughout the first floor.

Bedroom one is a generous double room overlooking the front garden, featuring a newly fitted carpet and an open wardrobe built over the stair bulkhead, with ample space for additional freestanding furniture.

Bedroom two overlooks the rear garden and is a well-proportioned second bedroom with a useful built-in cupboard housing the hot water cylinder.

The bathroom has recently been refitted with a contemporary three-piece suite comprising a panelled bath with shower over and glazed screen, vanity wash basin and WC, all finished in a timeless, neutral style.

Outside, the attractive front garden is beautifully landscaped with well-stocked borders enclosed by a traditional white picket fence, creating exceptional kerb appeal. To the rear, along the enclosed shared access passage, is a fully enclosed Indian limestone courtyard garden, thoughtfully landscaped with established planting and discreet screening concealing the oil tank and with the oil fired boiler neatly housed in the outhouse adjoining the property. A side gate provides convenient access.

Parking is provided via a shared driveway leading to a single garage, with a private parking space directly in front. An additional area alongside the garage offers useful storage for logs and garden equipment, whilst attractive sleeper planters enhance the communal parking area.

Bolton Percy is one of North Yorkshire's most desirable villages, centred around its picturesque village green and historic church. The village enjoys a genuine sense of community, with an active village hall, popular cricket club and miles of beautiful countryside to explore from the doorstep. Despite its peaceful rural setting, it is exceptionally well placed for York, Tadcaster, the A64 and the wider motorway network, making it an excellent choice for commuters. The village also falls within the catchment area for the highly regarded Tadcaster Grammar School, with several excellent primary schools nearby.

Bolton Percy Risk Register:

This property is considered low risk on the long term flood risk via GOV.UK and hasn’t flooded since the huge York floods of 2000, it is protected by a permanent fixed pump within the village. Flood management is managed locally by residents, in conjunction with the EA and local council. This gives control to the local residents should any risk arise so they can react efficiently whilst still retaining assistance from the local authorities. This has no impact on obtaining property or content insurance. Flood defences both locally and in the surrounding areas have undergone significant investment to reduce the risk of future flooding since 2000. 

Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Compliance

In accordance with UK legislation, we are legally required to carry out Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks on all sellers and purchasers. These checks become mandatory once an offer has been accepted on a property (subject to contract).

Buyer AML: A fee of £30 + VAT per person is payable for the buyer AML check.  We use a trusted third-party compliance provider to conduct these checks on our behalf. Once your offer has been accepted (subject to contract), you will be contacted directly to complete a secure online verification process. AML checks remain valid for a period of six months from the date they are completed.  If your transaction does not proceed and you later make an offer on another property after this period, or if your existing AML check has expired at the time of a new offer, a new check will be required.

This fee must be settled before we are able to issue the Memorandum of Sale to the respective solicitors. Please note that this fee is non-refundable under all circumstances.

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