5 bedroom detached house for sale

A substantial and beautifully extended family home in sought-after Fulford, combining elegant period features with stylish modern improvements Description A substantial and thoughtfully extended property in the highly regarded conservation village of Fulford, offering generous and versatile accommodation, excellent parking and beautifully landscaped gardens. The house combines contemporary improvements with an impressive array of period features, creating a welcoming home that is both practical and rich in character. An impressive central hallway sets the tone, with panelled walls, original doors, a useful cloaks cupboard and a guest WC. To the south side of the property, the sitting room and drawing room can be opened into one generous entertaining space via folding doors. Both rooms feature attractive stone fireplaces, with timber panelling adding warmth and character plus solid oak floors run throughout. A bow window and French doors overlook the garden, ensuring an abundance of natural light. A separate formal dining room, with its own fireplace and wood panelling sits adjacent to the superb open-plan kitchen and orangery. The kitchen is fitted with bespoke hand made Shaker-style cabinetry, granite work surfaces and a central island incorporating a breakfast bar. Appliances include Miele, Rangemaster, Samsung and Bosch. A striking glazed roof lantern and generous expanses of glazing, together with double doors opening onto the garden, create a wonderfully light and inviting space while making the most of the garden outlook. A well-appointed utility and boot room provide excellent ancillary space, while a dedicated study offers an ideal work-from-home environment. Underfloor heating is installed in both the kitchen and utility. Upstairs, a generous landing leads to the principal bedroom suite, which enjoys a balcony with views over the gardens, a walk-through dressing room and a superb en suite bathroom. Quality fixtures include full Carrera marble tiling with Burlington sanitaryware/brassware and a Kaldewei bath. There are four further double bedrooms, one with an en suite shower room, together with a charming family bathroom. Both bathrooms have the benefit of underfloor heating. The property is approached through secure electric, painted steel gates, opening onto a generous driveway with parking for several vehicles plus garage, all discreetly screened by established hedging. To the rear, the surprisingly extensive gardens provide a wonderful setting, with level lawns, a paved terrace and pergola, all framed by mature planting and enjoying uninterrupted views over Fulford Ings. The surrounding area also offers excellent opportunities for walking, with a network of footpaths nearby leading to Fulford Ings, a tranquil area of parkland with attractive riverside walks. Location Fulford is widely regarded as one of York’s most desirable residential areas, combining a village atmosphere with excellent local amenities, highly regarded schools and convenient access to the city centre and surrounding countryside. The property is well placed for everyday amenities, including a chemist, optician, physiotherapist, caf and the popular wine bar, Jorvine, together with two traditional public houses, The Saddle and The Plough. A further range of amenities are on Broadway, half a mile away, including a Co-op, Post Office, caf and barber. For families, St Oswald’s CE Primary School (0.4 miles) and Fulford School (0.7 miles) are both within distance of the property, with Fishergate Primary School 1.4 miles distant. York offers a further choice of independent schools, including The Mount, St Peter’s and Bootham. Regular bus services run into the city centre every 10 minutes, including routes 42 and 415 and the No. 7 service from York Designer Outlet. An attractive pedestrian and cycle route follows the River Ouse into the city centre, with onward access to York railway station via the Millennium Bridge. Behind main street is open grassland of the Ings, a popular spot for walking and exercising dogs. Riverside walks can be enjoyed towards the city centre or towards Bishopthorpe. York Designer Outlet (1.5 miles) lies south of Fulford, close to the A64. Supermarkets, including Waitrose, are available at Foss Islands (2 miles). Fulford Golf Club is 1.3 mile away, while David Lloyd leisure club is 2.8 miles distant. York Racecourse and the adjoining Knavesmire, popular for race days and outdoor recreation, are two miles away. York’s many cultural and leisure attractions include York Minster, York Theatre Royal, York Art Gallery, the famous Shambles and Bettys Caf Tea Rooms, alongside an extensive choice of independent shops, cafs, restaurants and traditional public houses. Notable dining destinations include The Star Inn The City, Michelin-starred Roots and Skosh on Micklegate. For commuters, the property offers convenient access to the A64 and York’s mainline railway station, with regular services to major cities including London King’s Cross, with journey times under two hours, as well as Edinburgh and Manchester. All distances and journey times are approximate. Square Footage: 3,690 sq ft