Ideally placed, just steps from York Minster, this remarkable Grade II listed townhouse offers an exceptional blend of historic character and beautifully considered modern living. Dating from the 17th century, the property is unassuming from the street yet opens out dramatically to the rear, revealing generous accommodation, ancillary spaces and a delightful private walled garden.
The significant accommodation extends to almost 4,000 square feet and has been sensitively and beautifully upgraded throughout. Blending period features with contemporary comfort and thoughtful design, this stunning home comprises a 4 bedroom principal house, 1 bedroom 2-storey maisonette and a charming garden annexe.
Principal House - An elegant and versatile living kitchen complete with Aga is very much the heart of the ground floor and gives access to the charming southwesterly gardens, a true delight in the heart of the city. A spacious utility/boot room and WC add practical convenience, while a useful cellar offers excellent storage.
Upstairs, a comfortable sitting room provides a superb formal entertaining space, complemented by four well-proportioned bedrooms and three bathrooms arranged across the upper floors.
Beyond the main house, the property continues to impress with a range of flexible additional accommodation. A charming maisonette includes a living room with kitchenette, bedroom and bathroom, making it ideal for guests, independent living or income generation. It enjoys it's own private access from High Petergate and is currently run as a premium holiday let taking full advantage of its dramatic Minster views. Concealed doors connect to the main house enabling the mainsonette to become integrated into the primary accommodation if preferred
Within the garden sits a beautifully designed annexe offering potential as a home office/studio or as further ancillary accommodation, with mezzanine bedroom and bathroom. It provides a peaceful and versatile space.
The walled garden is southwest facing and enjoys views to York Minster and St Wilfrid's Church. Both generous and private, it makes a delightful, sheltered outside space, ideally 0rientated and landscaped for entertaining. There is exterior lighting, a greenhouse and a useful outdoor tap.
Altogether, this is an exceptional opportunity to acquire a historic city residence of considerable character, size and flexibility, with stunning private gardens in one of York’s most sought-after locations.
The property offers immediate proximity to all the city amenities and is also well placed for access to York railway station, providing regular mainline services to London, Leeds, Edinburgh and beyond, making the location ideal for those requiring convenient connections for travel or commuting.
A number of highly regarded schools are within comfortable reach, including St Peter’s School and Bootham School, both among York’s most respected independent schools.
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