Blue Firs, Southfields Road, Strensall, York, YO32 5UA
Guide Price: 625,000 A unique and large detached house with South-facing gardens and grounds of approximately 1/3 acre, with granny annexe, located in a quiet corner in the heart of the old part of Strensall village. DESCRIPTION Constructed in 1968 as an individual stand-alone property, the design of this house embraced the 1960s style, with large picture windows through which light floods in. The external walls are an unusual mix of stone and clamp brick, all under a slate roof and the result is a striking appearance with some attractive symmetry to the rear elevation - undoubtedly its best façade. There have been various refurbishment programmes by successive owners and the end result is a superb family home with very versatile accommodation. The master bedroom suite is actually on the ground floor, but it adjoins a rear hallway, bathroom and living room that have all in the past been used as a separate granny annexe. The property was originally constructed for a family with horses and so the excellent stable facilities adjoining the house have since been converted to high quality
office/study space, plus a sauna and shower room. These rooms could equally lend themselves to other uses, such as gym, games room or even extended living accommodation for the main house. The property has been well-maintained and benefits from timber double-glazing to most windows and a gas central heating system. The kitchen is a good size and was replaced by the current owner some years ago. In general, there is scope for the next owners to stamp their own mark on the property and it has no limit to its potential. GARDENS AND EXTERIOR Part of the attraction of this property is the size and arrangement of the plot on which it stands so well. Extending to approximately 1/3 of an acre, the house is approached off the corner of Southfields Road, through gates and into a cobbled courtyard and driveway. There is plenty of parking for cars, plus a double garage and further car port. The courtyard gives access to the former stables, now the home-office and the sauna rooms, and to some external store rooms. A garden area and footpath to one side lead around the house to the wonderful rear gardens, facing South-East over paddocks and farmland beyond. A large patio/terrace area lies immediately behind the house to catch the sun, with access to a large brick-built store which could be incorporated into the house, subject to necessary approvals. The gardens are walled at the rear and have been beautifully landscaped and maintained, with a large lawn and a variety of mature trees and shrubs. They are not overlooked at all, so create a surprisingly rural feel for a house in the centre of a thriving village.
ACCOMMODATION To the Ground Floor: Entrance hall; cloakroom/wc; large open-plan living and dining room; sitting room; breakfast kitchen; utility room; living room; rear hall with storage; shower room; master bedroom. To the First Floor: Large landing; 4 further bedrooms; house bathroom. LOCATION Strensall is a thriving village 6 miles North of York and 3 miles from the outer ring road, with a wide variety of facilities and Strensall Common Nature Reserve on the doorstep. There are loads of wonderful walks close at hand on the Common or along the River Foss. The village has 3 pubs, a small Tesco Express, doctors surgery, a library, fish and chip shop, post office, plus various other retail and sports facilities. The old part of the village is particularly popular and attractive. Southfields Road is a very quiet road in the centre of the old village, offering a good balance between proximity to amenities and peace and quiet. Blue Firs itself lies just off the bend on the road and so is further screened from any hustle and bustle. Leeds is approximately 30 miles away by road. TENURE Believed to be freehold, though we have not seen the title deeds. SERVICES Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage are all connected. VIEWINGS Strictly by appointment via the agents.
3 High Petergate York North Yorkshire YO1 7EN T: 01904 653564 F: 01904 640067 E: naish@naishproperty.co.uk