St John Street, York, YO31 7QT
York
£525,000
Freehold
The property has retained a wealth of character features and is set back behind an attractive forecourt with traditional wrought iron railings. The decorative front bay window and bespoke casement windows blend in beautifully with the overall appeal of the street.
Opening into an entrance hallway, access to a family room and formal lounge is on the right. Both rooms are separated by double internal doors and feature a decorative corniced ceiling, with the lounge with fireplace, bathed in natural light from the low bay window.
Access to the open plan kitchen/dining space is off the hallway and/or the family room. This large and sociable space includes a range of fitted units with worktops over, splashback, hob with extractor over, eye level oven and grill plus fridge and dishwasher. French doors open onto the charming courtyard.
On the first floor are three bedrooms, house bathroom and additional WC. The four-piece bathroom suite includes separate shower, bath, vanity sink unit and W/C. A fixed ladder staircase leads to the attic room with useful eaves storage and two Velux skylight windows.
Externally to the rear is a landscaped courtyard offering a remarkable degree of privacy, with attractive and historic listed buildings beyond. Benefiting from afternoon and evening sun, the courtyard has a selection of low maintenance climbers and shrubbery to add colour and softness.
In summary, an outstanding period home with the convenience of a modern dining kitchen extension, unbeatably located at the choice city end of a highly regarded street.
Location
For those for whom location is crucial, St Johns Street is ideal to enjoy and explore the many cultural and historic attractions of York city centre, just a few hundred yards away. The immediate area has a range of handy local shops and amenities including a Sainsburys supermarket, public houses and a frequent bus service.
Directions
Leaving the city via Monkgate bar continue turn immediately left along Lord Mayors Walk. Take a right hand turning onto St Johns Street where the property is located on the left hand side.
