- Exceptional Arts and Crafts property constructed in 1908 +
- Circa 4 acres of beautifully maintained gardens +
- Detached oak framed barn/garage with potential for conversion +
- Spectacular location close to York city centre +
- Five bedrooms with additional annex cottage and apartment +
- Cinema room and tennis court +
- Two additional cottages, car park and 20 acre field available separately +
One of Yorkshires finest homes set in the wonderful village of Bishopthorpe.
Bishopthorpe Garth, designed and constructed in 1908 by renowned architect Walter Brierley, is one of Yorkshire’s finest properties. Grade II listed and representing the Arts & Crafts architectural movement, this wonderful home is available to view strictly through Naish Estate Agents.
Bishopthorpe is 2 miles south of York City Centre and offers three award-winning pubs as well as a social club, multiple hair salons, a Co-Op, riverside restaurants, tennis, football and cricket clubs and much more. Bishopthorpe falls into the catchment for Fulford, Tadcaster Grammar and Millthorpe High Schools and is close to York's Independent schools. There is easy access to the A64 as well as an excellent local primary school.
Meticulously presented, the property has been expertly and carefully updated, modernised and improved throughout to ensure the heritage, charm and character is maintained whilst suiting a modern family lifestyle.
Magnificent original features provide a subtle nod to times gone by, including panelled oak doors, parquet flooring and original fireplaces.
This superb country home totals nearly 8,300 sq ft of exceptional contemporary living space with the property’s principal rooms overlooking the beautifully maintained gardens and grounds once designed by British horticulturalist Gertrude Jekyll.
The incredible kitchen/breakfast room is perfect for entertaining and includes a large island unit with breakfast bar, Italian quartz worktops and integrated Neff appliances. The soul of the home, this stunning chandelier-lit space offers additional seating area with roof lantern.
Additionally, there are utility rooms including a prep kitchen, custom made dog/pet room and laundry room.
The spacious formal dining room is perfect for family events with exceptional garden views, stone fireplace and Italian quartz hearth.
The primary reception/cinema room offers a beautiful wood-burning stove with Yorkshire stone surround, electric drop-down projector and concealed cinema screen, continued parquet flooring, tasteful décor and garden views.
The drawing room with Arts & Crafts fireplace, stunning original Stoke-on-Trent tiles and French doors opening onto the south facing patio area and lawn provides a peaceful space to relax and unwind.
Formerly the library, the bespoke office space has been designed for the current owners and has been fitted with handmade furniture.
Modern family life is perfectly served by the elegant layout of the home with reception rooms drawing from the grand reception hall. This remarkable space imitates a medieval hall with oak panel walls, ceiling décor and Jacobean Revival style oak stairwell.
The first floor of the property provides five substantial bedrooms.
The principal bedroom suite is situated on the south wing and features gold-leaf wallpaper, a custom design dressing room with fitted wardrobes and central island, as well as a large en-suite shower room with cork walling.
Of the four additional double bedrooms, two offer excellent en-suite facilities while the nursery features beautifully hand painted Beatrix Potter wall décor.
There is an integrated triple garage with temperature-controlled wine store and walk-in pantry.
Above the garage is a stylish, self-contained studio apartment with vaulted ceiling, electronically controlled Velux windows, mezzanine bedroom area, dressing room/office, modern fully integrated kitchen with granite worktops and a separate shower room. The apartment can be accessed from the main property or externally via the French doors and wooden staircase. This is an incredible and versatile addition to the property which provides a perfect space for additional guests, family members or older children.
The cottage, identified as East Garth Cottage, has accommodation arranged over two floors, independent access and its own parking area and garden. Recently updated, it would make ideal accommodation for a nanny or dependent.
The detached oak-framed barn is designed as a five bay garage and workshop. Subject to planning permission, this presents a fantastic opportunity to convert into additional living space or even separate residence with its own car park, garden and secure private access. This stunning building comes with two mezzanines, plumbing and electrics and kitchenette.
The property sits on a substantial plot offering around 4 acres of beautifully maintained gardens and private woods. There is a tennis court, multiple paved dining areas and stunning long feature pond. The property is often visited by local wildlife including deer.
Available by separate negotiation is an enclosed 21-acre field, two recently renovated cottages that were formerly stables with private parking and gardens as well as an additional car park with parking for over 20 vehicles. Please enquire for further details and imagery.
Very rarely do properties with this level of character and charm come to market. If you need to sell a property to fund a purchase, please speak to us regarding a free consultation and valuation. Viewings are strictly through Naish Estate Agents.
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