2022-08-07 17:12, User_1
Property located in Back Lane, Bilbrough, York, YO23 3PL
Situated behind a row of large Beech hedging, the gravel driveway has an abundance of available parking and is fitted with external lighting, power points and both a hot and a cold water tap. Well-stocked sleeper beds, a rockery and shaped lawn with a Crab Apple tree all add interest and soft landscaping in contrast to the clean lines of the rendered property. Rambling roses and a quince sit among many other well-established plants and bushes. The plot extends to the lawned sections in front of the Beech hedge.
Planning permission has already been secured for an oak framed porch over the front entrance door and electric driveway gates, with the electric already in situ.
Access can be gained to the rear garden from gated paths to either side of the property and the right-hand side is wide enough to store outside bins.
An Anthracite grey, wood grain-effect, composite front door with glazed side panels allows natural light to fill the entrance. Internally, space is provided for a good-sized storage cupboard alongside wall-fitted coat hooks. Chevron, oak-effect laminate flooring in rich tones flows throughout the entire property, with further stylish interior choices including deeper than average skirting boards and ceiling spotlights. A full-length mirror bounces light back into the hallway, which gives access to the guest toilet and the magnificent central hallway beyond. A good-sized hatch provides access to the loft which is boarded for storage and has a light. The loft houses the newly fitted, gas fired central heating system. The property was re-roofed in 2022.
The guest toilet is fitted with a low-level WC and hand wash basin within a vanity unit. Globe wall lighting, an extractor fan and a central heating radiator are also worthy of mention. The extractor fan system serves all bathrooms and toilets in the property via a duct in the loft.
As soon as you turn the corner from the unsuspecting hallway, this home presents you with the most spectacular, panoramic views across open countryside and out towards the White Horse at Kilburn. These magnificent views are enjoyed from many areas of the home due to the thoughtful reconfiguration of the property and perfectly aligned glazing from front to back. Almost a room within itself, the central hallway has fully glazed, double doors to both the living room and the kitchen.
The formal sitting room is located to the front of the property through a set of glazed, double doors and features not one, but two large bay windows to the front elevation, filling the room with plenty of natural light. Aside from the beautiful outlook, the main focal point of the room is a bespoke limestone fireplace, commissioned specifically for this room with a Defra-approved multi-fuel stove and slate hearth. The oak-effect flooring, dimmable lighting, deep skirting and beautiful decor complete this well-proportioned room.
The kitchen is truly the heart of the home. With a huge central island, large dining table and soft seated area, the unexpected, yet simply stunning view can be enjoyed from every area of the room.
Practical as well as stylish, the bespoke, handmade kitchen was designed specifically for this space and includes in frame wall and base units, deep plinths, a chimney breast and Silestone Lagoon worktops. Integrated appliances include not one, but two full-sized Miele ovens, an electric Miele hob with extractor above and Silestone Lagoon splashback. Within the island is a 1 1/2 sink and drainer with mixer tap, a dish washer and a washing machine along with further additional storage cupboards. There is space for a fridge freezer within the bespoke cabinetry.
In addition to the sliding patio doors are two vast roof lanterns which further add to the light and sense of space. Traditional vertical radiators, a continuation of the light oak tone, chevron flooring and colour matched walls finish the room.
Almost a continuation of the internal accommodation is a large, slate patio which flows the full width of the property, providing an abundance of seating and lounging areas. This patio steps down to the first of two lawned gardens.
With an almost Mediterranean villa-like feel the sizeable principle/master bedroom benefits from patio doors, which lead out onto the sun terrace and has a large roof lantern with remote control blackout blind. Space is provided for a king-sized bed and additional bedroom furniture, plus plenty of wardrobes. The bedroom opens to a luxurious ensuite bathroom where large marble-effect tiles adorn the walls and ceiling - another bespoke design created specifically for this home. The ensuite comprises of a deep bath with waterfall tap, a low-level WC with soft close lid, quadrant shower with rainfall shower head and sink below an illuminated mirror. A frosted glazed window to the side elevation, with a John Lewis wood Venetian blind, ceiling spotlights and heated towel rail are all worthy of note.
Bedroom two, located off the central hallway is a good-sized double bedroom reconfigured to include a vaulted ceiling to allow Velux windows to add further natural light. Also an ensuite bedroom, the shower room is a stylish black design featuring a slate shower tray with a ceiling rainfall and separate shower head, a low-level WC with soft close lid and a hand wash basin. Large concrete-effect tiling and black fixtures are complemented by a black towel rail and mirror. A John Lewis, white wood Venetian blind finishes the window to the side elevation.
Bedroom three, currently used as a nursery, is another double bedroom with an alcove for a fitted wardrobe if desired. Another room reconfigured as part of the renovation, it includes a vaulted ceiling to allow Velux windows to add further natural light. The ensuite shower room features a quadrant shower cubical, sink and low-level WC with soft close lid. The light grey tiling and Velux window make for a naturally light shower room.
As part of the renovation the old oil central heating has been replaced with a gas fired central heating system, following a new connection to the main gas supply in the village. A new mains water connection was also installed.
The large slate patio steps down on to double lawned gardens with a central arch hedge, adding character and interest to the breath-taking view. Well-stocked flower beds add colour and a rambling rose creeps up a large arch in front of the main bedroom. The lower lawn meets another substantial slate patio and is the perfect location to watch the sun set behind the historic Ingris Hill.
Located in the crook of beautiful Back Lane, this unique plot is wider and deeper than average. Due to its location and the thoughtful reconfiguration of the internal accommodation, this home benefits from a panoramic vista rivalled by very few homes on the market today.
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