A Riverside Retreat close to York

December 9, 2025

A Grand Family Home with Its Own Slice of Countryside Magic.

Just six miles north of York, nestled in a charming village moments from the National Trust’s breathtaking Beningbrough Hall, lies a truly remarkable family home. Built in the 1980s and enveloped by approximately 0.58 acres of lush, storybook gardens, this property offers something few homes can: private mooring and fishing rights along the tranquil River Ouse.

With more than 3,685 sq ft of versatile living space, including four reception rooms, four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and its own heated indoor pool—this is a home designed for families who dream big and live beautifully.

Step through the entrance porch into a welcoming reception hall, complete with a cleverly concealed understairs cupboard—perfect for stowing boots after woodland walks. From here, doors lead into a surprisingly generous cloakroom (currently doubling as an occasional fifth bedroom) with a walk-in shower, as well as into the heart of the home: an impressive living room where exposed beams and an inglenook fireplace set the tone for cosy evenings. Two graceful archways open into a snug overlooking the gardens, with sliding doors spilling onto a sun-soaked terrace and further access to the conservatory.

The farmhouse, inspired dining kitchen blends rustic charm with modern practicality—think granite worktops, a cast-iron period fireplace and abundant storage. A walk-in larder, boiling water tap, range cooker space, retractable ironing board and integrated appliances elevate everyday living, while a pull-out preparation peninsula ensures the chef is always part of the conversation. Beyond the kitchen, a formal dining room with a butler’s pantry, utility room and store provide exceptional functionality.

Leading off the formal dining room is a superb extended wing of approximately 1,260 sq ft—a lifestyle haven all on its own. A vast family and games room stretches over 28 feet, complemented by a shower room and store. But the showstopper is the 41-foot indoor pool room, housing a heated swimming pool that invites year-round enjoyment. With garden access and its own dedicated plant room, this space is both indulgent and well-engineered.

For those seeking multi-generational living or guest accommodation, this entire wing offers an exciting opportunity for conversion into a self-contained annexe (subject to necessary approvals).

The first-floor landing flows into a serene, dual-aspect principal bedroom complete with fitted wardrobes and a spa-inspired en-suite featuring both a whirlpool bath and walk-in shower. Three further bedrooms, one with fitted wardrobes and all with countryside glimpses, are served by a stylish family shower room, home to a generously sized walk-in shower and linen cupboard.

Additional internal highlights include a gas-fired central heating system and traditional single-glazed windows consistent with the property’s character.

A sweeping driveway with turning bays, and thoughtfully equipped with an EV charging point—offers plentiful parking. The front garden, dotted with mature trees, hints at the home’s rich past with a capped-off well believed to date back to the 17th century.

The enchanting rear garden is part-walled and predominantly lawned, with a broad paved terrace flowing from the living room and conservatory—perfect for dining al fresco while watching the river shimmer below. Meandering steps lead to a rose garden, stocked fish pond, charming summerhouse and a thriving kitchen garden producing strawberries, rhubarb and blueberries.

A discreet pedestrian gate opens onto a grassed area and approximately 60 feet of private River Ouse frontage, complete with mooring and fishing rights. While a public footpath follows the riverbank, the sellers advise that occasional flooding has never breached the boundary gate since 1998.

Altogether, this exceptional home stands proudly within its 0.58-acre plot—an effortlessly elegant escape with countryside charm, riverside calm and an abundance of space to live, entertain and unwind.