Blenheim, 1 Stillington Road, Sutton on Forest, York, YO61 1EQ
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Blenheim, 1 Stillington Road, Sutton on Forest, York Guide Price: £485,000 Tenure – Freehold; Services – Water, electricity & drainage are connected; Council Tax – Hambleton Council Band F; EER – 41 (E) Viewings – via York Office 01904 625533
A substantial 4 bedroom detached family house occupying a choice position on the edge of this ever-popular village, with detailed planning consent for a substantial side and rear extensions, on offer with no onward chain. AMENITIES Sutton on the Forest lies approximately 8 miles north of York, a pretty former estate village which is still dominated by Sutton Hall at its centre. Many of the houses date from the 1700s and front the wide village street and grassed greens. The village has a reputable primary school and bus service with more extensive facilities available within the Georgian market town of Easingwold some 4.5 miles away. Sutton on the Forest has long been regarded as a particularly sought after village location. TO THE GROUND FLOOR ENTRANCE HALL Having a UPVC framed double glazed front door and staircase leading to the first floor accommodation. LOUNGE Approx 20’9” x 11’0” (6.32m x 3.35m) into a bay window to the front elevation, with a UPVC framed double glazed casement. Additional UPVC framed double glazed French doors to the side elevation, two double radiators, television aerial point, ornamental picture rail to all sides and feature open fireplace with cast iron basket grate set on a tiled hearth.
FOREWORD
Blenheim is an outstanding family opportunity located in one of York’s most sought-after village locations. The property boasts well-appointed and spacious 4 bedroom living accommodation set across two floors, with garages and summer house. Significantly, the property benefits from a detailed planning consent for a significant front and side elevation to create a property of over 3,000sq ft in size. Importantly, the property enjoys substantial front and side gardens which will not be affected by the extension, and the property is sure to be of interest to young and mature families, as well as those looking for a significant development opportunity.
DINING ROOM Approx 13’11” x 11’10” (4.24m x 3.61m) into a bay window to the front elevation, with a UPVC framed double glazed casement. Double radiator and ornamental picture rail to all sides. BREAKFAST KITCHEN Approx 15’5” x 9’11” maximum measurements (4.70m x 3.02m) being one of the feature rooms of the property, having a range of built-in base units to three sides with rounded edged working surfaces over incorporating a stainless steel sink unit with drainer. Matching range of high level storage and display units again to three sides with modern ceramic tiled splashbacks. Integrated Zanussi electric oven with separate 4-point ceramic hob unit with extractor canopy over. Automatic dishwasher, fitted breakfast bar, Vinyl flooring and walk-in understairs pantry cupboard with range of fitted shelving. INNER HALL With double fronted built-in cloaks cupboard and door to:DOWNSTAIRS WC Having a 2-piece white suite comprising a low flush WC and bracketed wash hand basin with tiled splashbacks. Vinyl flooring and single radiator. STUDY Approx 9’10” 8’11” (3.00m x 2.72m) with UPVC framed double glazed entrance door, Vinyl flooring, mounted burglar alarm control panel, television aerial point and double radiator. Sliding door to:UTILITY ROOM Approx 10’3” x 6’11” (3.12m x 2.11m) having an additional laminated worktop with inset stainless steel sink unit and recess under providing plumbing for an automatic washing machine and ventilation for an automatic tumble dryer. Floor mounted oil fired central heating boiler, floor to ceiling storage cupboard and vinyl flooring. Integral garage access.
TO THE FIRST FLOOR LANDING With double radiator and loft hatch. MASTER BEDROOM (REAR) Approx 13’9”max x 13’4”max (4.19m x 4.06m) with twin double fronted built-in wardrobes, double radiator, television aerial point and UPVC framed double glazed casement windows to the side and rear elevations. EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM Approx 7’2” x 3’4” (2.18m x 1.01m) being comprehensively refitted in the recent past with a stylish 2-piece white suite comprising a low flush WC and pedestal wash hand basin. Walk-in shower cubicle with wall mounted shower unit and full height tiled splashbacks. Recessed ceiling downlighters with extractor, three-quarter height modern radiator and vinyl flooring. BEDROOM TWO (FRONT) Approx 11’11” x 11’11” (3.63m x 3.63m) with double radiator and double fronted walk-in overstairs wardrobe. UPVC framed double glazed casement window to the front and side elevations offering a superb open aspect. BEDROOM THREE (FRONT) Approx 11’9” x 10’11” (3.58m x 3.33m) having a double fronted sliding mirror door wardrobe, double radiator, laminated flooring, television aerial point and UPVC framed double glazed casement windows to the front and side elevations, offering a superb open aspect. BEDROOM FOUR Approx 7’10” x 6’1” (2.39m x 1.85m) with single radiator.
HOUSE BATHROOM Approx 10’3” x 8’3” (3.12m x 2.52m) having a 3-piece white suite comprising a low flush WC, pedestal wash hand basin and inset bath with wall mounted Gainsborough shower head attachment and full height tiled splashbacks. Recessed ceiling downlighter with extractor, double fronted built-in linen cupboard housing the hot water cylinder and electric immersion heater. Double radiator, mounted towel rail and vinyl flooring. TO THE OUTSIDE The property is situated on the edge of one of the region’s most sought after village locations, being accessed directly off Stillington Road through a gated entrance onto a sweeping half-moon drive which opens out onto a rear hard standing, providing off-street parking for numerous motor vehicles. The driveway in turn gives access to:ATTACHED GARAGE Approx 19’1” x 11’5” (5.82m x 3.48m) being of brick and tile construction with up and over door, light and power. In addition there are two further purpose-built timber constructed garages, each being equipped with light and power, with up and over doors. A lean-to greenhouse is also included in the sale. One of the main features of Blenheim are its extensive surrounding gardens, creating the ideal family environment and offering the space required for the significant house extension. Directly to the front of the property is a covered storm porch with adjoining pathway which steps out onto a lawned front garden beyond with raised herbaceous front border and adjoining vegetable plot.
The property’s front garden opens out onto the extensive side garden which is again comprehensively laid to lawn with surrounding hedged boundaries offering privacy from the road, and creating the ideal family environment. The garden features a timber built summer house overlooking the side garden which is equipped with light and power and is included within the sale. An early inspection of the property and its gardens is strongly recommended to appreciate the true quality of the opportunity on offer. NB The property is being sold with the benefit of a detailed planning consent to turn the existing property into a substantial detached house of over 3,000sq ft. The proposed plans are available for inspection through the agent. LOCATION Proceeding out of York along the Wigginton-Helmsley Road, passing through the village of Wigginton and continue for approximately 5 miles before reaching Sutton on the Forest. Turn right onto the Main Street and continue to the end before taking the left hand turn at the roundabout onto Stillington Road. Continue for approximately 200m and Blenheim is situated on the right hand side and easily identified by a Stephensons For Sale board.
Partners: JF Stephenson MA (Cantab) FRICS FAAV IE Reynolds BSc (Est Man) FRICS REF Stephenson BSc (Est Man) MRICS FAAV NJC Kay BA (Hons) pg dip MRICS Associates: CS Hill FNAEA M Naylor MNAEA .O J Newby MNAEA
Stephensons York 01904 625533 Knaresborough 01423 867700 Selby 01757 706707 Boroughbridge 01423 324324 Easingwold 01347 821145 York Auction Centre 01904 489731
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