3 bed bungalow for sale

Boroughbridge Road, Whixley, York, North Yorkshire YO26

A beautifully appointed and characterful three bedroom former lodge house which has undergone a comprehensive scheme of improvement and extension together with ample parking, outbuildings and private garden adjoining open fields, situated within this highly regarded semi-rural location.

Tancred Lodge is a most attractive and unique detached property which was formerly the lodge to the Tancred Hall estate. The property has undergone a comprehensive scheme of improvement and extension and now reveals beautifully appointed accommodation throughout, taking advantage of the delightful views over the adjoining fields.

Viewing is highly recommended and with electric heating and uPVC double glazing the property briefly comprises, impressive reception hall with vaulted ceiling and deep cloaks cupboard. There is an attractive bay fronted sitting room enjoying a delightful aspect to the front, oak flooring and built-in cupboard. The dining kitchen comprises a modern range of matching wall and base units with oak working surfaces and tile splashbacks over. French doors lead onto the private rear garden, there is also a multi-fuel burning stove and integrated appliances include an induction hob with extractor over, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, double oven and microwave. There is also a walk-in utility cupboard with space and plumbing for appliances and a separate rear entrance hall, ideal for coat and boot storage, giving access to the back garden.

The principal bedroom has oak flooring, a superb vaulted ceiling and built-in wardrobe with French doors to the rear garden, and a modern fully tiled en-suite shower room. There is a second double bedroom with built-in wardrobes serviced by a house bathroom which comprises a contemporary matching white three piece suite with shower over the bath and vaulted ceiling. A contemporary staircase leads to the first floor where there is a third bedroom with eaves storage and access to a fully boarded loft with electric light installed.

Outside, a slate gravelled driveway provides ample off-street parking and leads to a large detached single garage with electric car charging point and ample storage areas. Beyond there is a covered wood store, two workshops and a garden store with electric and lighting installed, which could be utilised for a variety of uses, including a home office, subject to all the usual consents. There is a small shaped lawned garden to the front and a further feature of the property are the private gardens to the rear which adjoin open fields and would be ideal for those entertaining. There is a large terrace leading onto a lawned garden with vegetable garden area and greenhouse and also a raised covered entertaining area with power.

The property is situated in this semi-rural location surrounded by open fields just a short distance from Whixley which remains one of the most popular villages in the area, with a church, village shop, playground and public house. It is ideally placed for the commuter being within easy reach of the A1(M) which offers direct access to Yorkshire's commercial centres and further afield. The nearby train station at Cattal and Kirk Hammerton provides access to York, Knaresborough, Harrogate and Leeds.

Local Authority & Council Tax Band
• North Yorkshire Council,
• Council Tax Band is currently C

Tenure, Services & Parking
• Freehold
• Mains electricity and water are installed. There is no gas to the property and drainage is to a septic tank. There is also a wood/solid fuel stove.
• Driveway parking and detached single garage

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From Knaresborough proceed along the A59 towards York. After passing over the A1 continue past the Whixley crossroads and take the next junction left signposted to Green Hammerton (B6265). Continue along for approx 1.5 miles where the property will be found on the right hand side.