High Catton Road, Stamford Bridge, York, YO41 1DL

A rare opportunity to secure a substantial and individual family home, built in the mid 1950s and offering an impressive amount of space both inside and out. The property has a warm sense of character, excellent proportions and a flexible layout that gives family members room to spend time together while still having space of their own. Mature hedging and established planting create privacy to the front, where wrought iron gates open onto a broad gravel driveway with generous off-road parking. The red brick exterior, traditional bay windows and surrounding greenery give the home an attractive and established appearance.

Inside, the generous reception spaces provide plenty of choice for everyday family life, entertaining and working from home. At the heart of the ground floor is the impressive kitchen and dining room, a wonderful social space with light painted units, timber worktops and a substantial central island providing further preparation space, storage and informal seating. An Aga range cooker sits within an exposed brick chimney breast and gives the kitchen a strong focal point, while the dining area has plenty of room for a large family table and bi-folding doors into the back garden. It is easy to picture this becoming the everyday heart of the home, from breakfast before school and homework at the table to Sunday lunches and larger family gatherings. Alongside the kitchen is a useful utility room, helping to keep laundry, outdoor clothing and everyday household jobs away from the main living areas. A ground floor WC adds further convenience, while direct access to the integral garage provides valuable space for parking, bikes, tools and general family storage.

The reception rooms give everyone a choice of places in which to relax. One sits to the front of the house with an attractive curved bay window and traditional fireplace, creating a comfortable main sitting room filled with natural light. A further reception room to the left side of the property also benefits from a bright bay window and offers valuable flexibility. It could become a snug, playroom, home office, music room or more formal sitting room depending on the needs of the next family. This room connects directly with the conservatory, creating a lovely flow towards the garden. Surrounded by glazing and topped by a high glazed roof, this space is bright and inviting, with French doors opening directly outside. It is a lovely place for morning coffee, reading, entertaining friends or simply enjoying views across the garden throughout the changing seasons. 

Upstairs, the generous accommodation continues with five well-proportioned bedrooms, two en-suite facilities, a large family bathroom and useful additional storage. The principal bedroom enjoys the privacy of its own en suite, while another bedroom also has an en suite, making it ideal for an older child, teenager or visiting relative. The remaining bedrooms provide genuine flexibility for children, guests or home working. The sizeable family bathroom has plenty of character, with timber flooring, a freestanding roll-top bath, separate shower area and traditional-style fittings creating a relaxing yet practical space.

Outside, the large garden is one of the home's defining features and a major part of what makes this such a rare opportunity in Stamford Bridge. This is much more than a simple lawn. The garden has been carefully established over time, with mature trees, shrubs, planted beds and generous areas of grass creating a beautiful setting for family life. A pond forms an attractive focal point amongst the planting, while Japanese maples and a wide variety of established plants provide changing colour and interest throughout the seasons. A pergola with climbing plants creates another lovely feature and a natural spot for outdoor seating or summer dining. There is room for children to play and explore, space for keen gardeners to enjoy, and plenty of quieter corners where adults can sit and relax. The conservatory opens directly onto this green setting, allowing the garden to become a natural extension of the living space during warmer months. Mature boundaries help create a pleasing feeling of privacy, while the gated driveway, generous parking and garage add the practical features needed for a busy household. It is the combination of substantial accommodation, an established large garden, privacy and flexible living space that makes this home such an unusual find. 

Life in Stamford Bridge continues to attract buyers looking for the perfect balance between village living and excellent access to York. The village has a strong community feel where local people know one another and independent businesses continue to thrive. Everyday essentials are all close by, including a Co-op, bakery, butchers, post office, cafés, bistros, takeaway outlets, florist, beauty salons and hairdressers, meaning most day-to-day needs can be met without travelling far. The village square provides a welcoming place to meet friends or enjoy local events throughout the year, adding to the area's lasting appeal.

Families are particularly well served by the excellent range of education available. The village primary school and nearby nurseries are within easy reach, while the property falls within the catchment area for Woldgate School and Archbishop Holgate's School. Commuters will appreciate the excellent transport links, with regular bus services just a short walk away providing straightforward access into York in around 30 minutes. The nearby road network also makes travelling to surrounding villages and neighbouring towns convenient, whether for work or leisure. Outdoor lifestyles are equally well catered for. Stamford Bridge is surrounded by attractive countryside, offering a range of walking routes, cycling opportunities and open green spaces to enjoy throughout the seasons. Dog owners are particularly well served, with plenty of local walks and two nearby veterinary practices providing added convenience. Sports clubs, children's play areas, pubs and places to eat are all within walking distance, giving families and couples plenty of opportunities to enjoy their free time close to home.

MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS; By law, we are required to conduct anti money laundering checks on all intending sellers and purchasers and take this responsibility very seriously. In line with HMRC guidance, our partner, MoveButler, will carry on these checks in a safe and secure way on our behalf. Once an offer has been accepted (stc) MoveButler will send a secure link for the biometric checks to be completed electronically. There is a non-refundable charge of £30 (inclusive of VAT) per person for these checks. The Anti Money Laundering checks must be completed before the memorandum of sale can be sent to solicitors confirming the sale. 

Disclaimer: These details, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property, or tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property. With this in mind, we would advise all intending purchasers to carry out their own independent survey or reports prior to purchase. All measurements and distances are approximate only and should not be relied upon for the purchase of furnishings or floor coverings. Your home is at risk if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or other loan secured on it.