4 bed semi-detached house for sale

Westlands Grove, York YO31

For a growing family, this is a home that brings together character, space and a layout that works well for everyday life. Traditional details sit comfortably alongside a modern extension, while several living areas give everyone room to be together or enjoy some quieter time.

The entrance makes a strong first impression, with an attractive arched doorway and decorative glazing that continues through many of the windows. Inside, the hall has a warm and welcoming feel, with wood flooring, wall panelling and a central staircase leading through the house. At the front is a comfortable lounge with a wide bay window bringing in plenty of natural light. Shelving provides useful storage, while the room has plenty of space for sofas and chairs. It is an ideal place to relax in the evening or enjoy a little peace away from the busier family areas.

A separate family room sits behind and provides another useful living space. A wood-burning stove creates a cosy focal point, while the room flows naturally into the extended kitchen and dining area. This gives families the best of both worlds, with defined areas that still feel connected.

The kitchen and dining space is the real heart of the home. Designed with family life in mind, it has a bright, open feel thanks to several rooflights, garden-facing windows and wide folding doors. Modern blue and light-coloured units provide plenty of storage, with built in Neff oven, microwave & dishwasher and an AEG induction hob. The Quooker instant boil tap and Aspen quartz worktops provide a high end feel. While the large central island offers useful preparation space and informal seating. There is ample room for a full dining table, making this an easy place for family meals, homework and entertaining friends. The bi-fold doors with integrated blinds open directly onto the patio and garden, creating a lovely connection between inside and outside during warmer weather. Children can play outside while parents remain close by, and summer meals can move easily from the kitchen to the patio. A separate utility room with underfloor heating keeps laundry and household jobs away from the main kitchen and also provides direct access outside. A ground-floor WC also with underfloor heating adds another practical touch for busy family life.

The first floor provides two generous double bedrooms, both with plenty of natural light and character. The front room has a broad bay window, another bedroom features traditional details including a fireplace and fitted cupboards, adding to the period character found throughout the home. A further room on this floor offers valuable flexibility. It could work as a child's bedroom, nursery, study or home office depending on the needs of the next owner. This ability to change how rooms are used over time makes the house particularly well suited to a family planning to stay for many years. The family bathroom includes both a bath and separate shower, giving a useful choice for busy mornings and children's bath times.

The top floor is given over to an impressive principal bedroom suite. Set within the roof space, it feels private and peaceful, with roof windows and a rear window bringing in plenty of daylight. There is space for a large bed and additional furniture, together with useful storage areas. A private en suite completes the floor and gives parents their own comfortable retreat away from the other bedrooms.

The large garden is one of the property's most appealing features and gives the home something quite special. An indian stone patio immediately outside the kitchen creates an ideal spot for outdoor dining, barbecues and summer entertaining, with the wide doors allowing family life to move easily between inside and outside. Beyond the patio is a generous lawn surrounded by mature shrubs, established hedging and colourful planting. There is plenty of room for children to play, while keen gardeners have established borders to enjoy. Towards the back of the garden is a large storage shed and wood store, providing valuable space for bikes, garden equipment, tools and outdoor furniture.

Perhaps most notable is what lies beyond the garden. The property backs directly onto the lake, giving the rear setting a wonderful sense of greenery and nature. There is unofficial direct access from the garden to the lakeside, creating an unusual connection with the water and surrounding landscape. This should be treated as informal access rather than a formal right, but it is nevertheless a distinctive feature of the setting.

Off-street driveway parking at the front adds another useful benefit with EV charging point with tethered cable. Overall, the house strikes an appealing balance between period character and modern family living. Bay windows, decorative glazing and traditional details give it personality, while the extended kitchen, utility room, flexible reception spaces, principal suite and large garden make it practical for a family looking for a long-term home.

Heworth is a popular choice for families who want an established residential setting while remaining within easy reach of York city centre. The surrounding streets have a mature, leafy feel, with traditional homes and established gardens creating a pleasant neighbourhood atmosphere. The lake immediately behind the property adds another layer to this setting, providing a green and peaceful backdrop that feels removed from the bustle of the city.

Everyday needs are well served by shops and local services in Heworth and the surrounding areas, while York city centre offers a much wider choice of shops, cafés, restaurants, entertainment and leisure facilities. Living within easy reach of the centre means families can enjoy York's historic streets, attractions and green spaces as part of everyday life rather than saving them for occasional visits.

Families have access to a range of schools across Heworth and neighbouring parts of York, covering primary and secondary ages, together with independent options elsewhere in the city. Buyers should check current admissions and catchment information directly with the relevant schools and City of York Council. Transport connections add to the appeal. York railway station provides mainline services to destinations including Leeds, London and Edinburgh, while road links provide access around York and into the wider region. Local bus and cycling routes offer further choices for everyday journeys.

Money laundering regulations; By law, we are required to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all intending sellers and purchasers and take this responsibility very seriously. In line with hmrc guidance, our partner, MoveButler, will carry on these checks in a safe and secure way on our behalf. Once an offer has been accepted (stc) MoveButler will send a secure link for the biometric checks to be completed electronically. There is a non-refundable charge of £30 (inclusive of VAT) per person for these checks. The Anti Money Laundering checks must be completed before the memorandum of sale can be sent to solicitors confirming the sale.

Disclaimer: These details, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property, or tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property. With this in mind, we would advise all intending purchasers to carry out their own independent survey or reports prior to purchase. All measurements and distances are approximate only and should not be relied upon for the purchase of furnishings or floor coverings. Your home is at risk if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or other loan secured on it.