*** WATCH OUR MEDIA TOUR NOW *** A breathtakingly beautiful country home set in around 5.25 acres located less than 10 miles north of York & providing over 3,120 sq ft (290 sq m) of living space complemented by a versatile 1,281 sq ft (119 sq m) outbuilding with 2 stables plus a 2.5 acre paddock, formal gardens and around 2 acres of private woodland.
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Property Overview - A beautifully presented and versatile country home set in around 5.25 acres situated within a mile of the popular village of Stillington and just under 10 miles of north of York providing over 3,120 sq ft (290 sq m) of living accommodation complemented by extensive parking, around 2 acres of private woodland and "ready to ride" equestrian facilities that include a versatile 1,281 sq ft (119 sq m) outbuilding with 2 stables and an adjoining 2.5 acre paddock.
Inside - A spacious reception hall with underfloor heating and a shower room with wc leads off into a sensibly sized study/5th bedroom with paddock views, 24'8" (7.51m) long formal dining room, impressive dual aspect drawing room with wood burning stove, further underfloor heating and double doors opening out onto a secluded seating area.
The stunning 31'7" (9.62m) long bespoke dining kitchen was designed and installed by Winchmore Studio of Easingwold in 2020 to provide generous storage and expansive granite and oak worktops complemented by a substantial quartz topped central island and dining bar, window seats, larder cupboard, boiling hot water tap, refrigerated drawers and freestanding appliance space with doors leading off into a generous utility/boot room and a delightful sitting room with feature fireplace and views across the south facing front garden
The first landing leads off into a principal bedroom with an adjoining dressing room, breakfast balcony with views towards the Howardian Hills and en-suite shower room, guest bedroom with a second en-suite shower room, 2 further double bedrooms and a luxurious house bathroom appointed in 2023.
Other internal features of note include an oil fired central heating system, double glazing and solar panels on a fixed tariff until 2036 estimated by the current owner to be providing an income in excess of £2,000 per year.
Outside - A 0.40 of a mile long single track (shared with the neighbouring Skeugh Farm and adjacent landowner) leads down to Skeugh House's private driveway with provides extensive parking and access into a versatile 1,281 sq ft (119 sq m) outbuilding currently configured to provide 2 stables, tack and plant rooms plus a large double garage/workshop with remote control roller door.
The adjoining grass paddock extends to around 2.5 acres and formal gardens and grounds extend to around .80 of an acre and include paved seating terraces, lawns, kitchen garden, orchard and access into around 1.80 acres of idyllic woodland bordered by the banks of the River Foss. Originally planted with native hardwoods in 1992, the woodland is a quite remarkable haven of tranquillity and the River Foss on the southern boundary is an absolute treat and yes, we can confirm the sighting of at least one kingfisher while we were preparing these particulars.
Services - We have been informed by the Vendor that the property benefits from mains water and electricity with drainage by way of a private triple chamber septic tank.
Energy Efficiency - This property's current energy rating is C (69) and has the potential to be improved to an EPC rating of B (89).
Council Tax & Postcode - This property sits within North Yorkshire Council and is in the tax band of G. The postcode for the property is YO61 1NQ.
Tenure - We have been informed by the vendor that the property is freehold.
