The Old School, Amotherby, Malton, YO17 6TG

Dating back to 1866, The Old School is a truly remarkable conversion of the former village school, occupying an enviable position within generous grounds on the edge of the sought-after village of Amotherby. Rich in history and architectural character, this handsome stone-built residence has been sympathetically restored and thoughtfully reimagined to create an elegant four-bedroom family home, where period charm sits effortlessly alongside modern comfort.

Approached via a sweeping driveway, the property is set well back from the road, creating an immediate sense of arrival, privacy and tranquillity. The mature gardens wrap beautifully around the house, providing extensive lawns and established planting, while offering ample parking together with a detached double garage and adjoining workshop.

One of The Old School's defining features is its outstanding setting. Enjoying an elevated position, the property commands far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside towards the North York Moors National Park, where an ever-changing landscape of rolling fields and distant moorland creates a spectacular backdrop throughout the seasons. It is a setting that perfectly captures the charm and beauty of rural Yorkshire.

Constructed from traditional stone beneath a pantile roof, the building remains an important part of the village's heritage, its handsome façade reflecting its origins as the heart of the local community for generations of children. Today, the home has been sensitively transformed into a beautifully balanced residence, with light-filled accommodation that retains its original character while benefiting from double glazing and central heating to provide comfortable modern living.

The generous accommodation extends to four well-proportioned bedrooms together with elegant reception spaces designed for both family life and entertaining, including separate dining area and garden room all enjoying delightful views over the gardens and surrounding countryside. In addition to the ample living space, there are 3 patio areas, allowing daylong enjoyment of the garden.

Amotherby is a highly regarded village positioned between the thriving market towns of Malton and Helmsley, offering the perfect balance of rural tranquillity and everyday convenience. Just three miles away, Malton is renowned as Yorkshire's food capital and provides an excellent selection of independent shops, cafés, restaurants, schools and leisure facilities, together with a railway station offering regular services to York and the East Coast.

Steeped in history, occupying a private plot set back from the road adjacent to allotments and the Howardian Hills, the property enjoys breathtaking views towards the North York Moors. The Old School presents a rare opportunity to acquire one of Ryedale's most distinctive and characterful village homes.

Hallway

1.65m x 2.42m

Sitting Room

6.94m x 6.11m

Kitchen

5.51m x 5.08m

Laundry Room

1.81m x 2.42m

Guest Cloakroom

1.32m x 1.43m

Dining Room

5.48m x 3.58m

Garden Room

3.12m x 5.81m

Bedroom 1

5.9m x 3.84m

En-Suite

2.17m x 3.25m

Bedroom 2

3.42m x 4.07m

Bedroom 3

3.47m x 2.99m

Bedroom 4

2.55m x 3.09m

Boot Room

2.16m x 1.58m

Inner Hallway

1.2m x 6.08m

Study

2.92m x 3.57m

Garage

7.37m x 6.6m

Workshop

7.32m x 2.41m

Disclaimer

Disclaimer
We take care to ensure our property details are accurate and fair, but they are for guidance only and do not form part of any contract. Measurements, floor plans, photographs, and descriptions are provided in good faith as a general guide, and should be checked by any prospective purchaser. We recommend that all buyers satisfy themselves on every aspect of the property before making a commitment to purchase.