5 bed detached house for sale

The Flatts, Sowerby Near Thirsk, Thirsk, North Yorkshire YO7

Church View is an impressive, detached residence, set back from the main street and occupying a particularly private position. The property offers substantial and highly adaptable accommodation, ideal for modern family living, entertaining or multi-generational occupation.

The house is beautifully presented throughout, with a thoughtful layout centred around a welcoming reception hall, where an elegant solid oak staircase rises to a striking galleried landing above, creating a strong sense of space and light.
The quality of finish is evident throughout, with hardwood doors and windows fitted both internally and externally, enhancing the sense of craftsmanship and cohesion across the property.

On the ground floor, the generous sitting room features a fireplace and French doors opening onto the south-facing garden, providing an excellent degree of natural light and a seamless connection to the outside space.

The breakfast kitchen is well appointed with shaker-style cabinetry, granite work surfaces, integrated appliances and a central island with seating, flowing naturally into the adjacent formal dining room. A bright sun room to the rear overlooks the garden, offering an additional reception area ideal for everyday living and entertaining.
Further practical space is provided by a separate utility room and cloakroom/WC.

A standout feature of the property is the impressive 24 ft games room with vaulted and beamed ceiling, connecting to a gym or leisure room with hot tub and en suite shower facilities. This area offers excellent flexibility and, having its own independent access, could readily be adapted to form a self-contained annexe if required.

To the first floor, the galleried landing leads to five generously proportioned double bedrooms. The principal suite is particularly impressive, enjoying far-reaching views, a walk-in dressing room and a well-appointed en suite bathroom with a vaulted ceiling.
The remaining four bedrooms each benefit from en suite facilities, with several also incorporating fitted storage, making the accommodation ideal for both family life and visiting guests.

Church View is approached via double wrought iron gates, opening onto a paved frontage which enhances the sense of privacy and arrival.

To the rear, the property enjoys a private south-facing garden, enclosed and thoughtfully arranged, predominantly laid to lawn with a paved terrace extending across the width of the house, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining.

The garden is further complemented by established planting, climbing foliage and an attractive pergola, creating a particularly private and sheltered setting. The property also benefits from a large integral double garage.

Summary of Accommodation
Reception Hall • Sitting Room • Breakfast Kitchen • Dining Room • Sun Room • Home Office • Utility Room • Cloakroom/WC • Cinema Room • Gym/Leisure Room with En Suite • Five Double Bedrooms (All En Suite) • Dressing Room • Integral Double Garage

Tenure, Services & Council Tax
Freehold • Mains services • Gas central heating • CCTV • Alarm system • Wired for integrated sound and Ethernet • Council Tax Band G • EPC C

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Church View is discreetly tucked away along a private lane in the highly sought-after village of Sowerby, on the edge of the historic market town of Thirsk, within the renowned “Herriot Country”.
The property enjoys delightful views across open green space towards Cod Beck and the North Yorkshire Moors beyond, ideally positioned between the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors National Parks.

Sowerby offers a range of local amenities including a public house and well-regarded schooling, whilst nearby Thirsk provides a more comprehensive selection of shops, supermarkets and leisure facilities, including rugby, cricket, hockey and football clubs, together with a popular racecourse.

For the commuter, there are excellent transport links via the A19 and A168, providing access to the A1(M), while Thirsk railway station offers regular direct services to York and London. For wider travel, Teesside, Leeds Bradford and Newcastle airports are all within convenient reach.