5 bed end terrace house for sale

Main Avenue, York, North Yorkshire YO31

An elegant and beautifully presented end-of-terrace period home, offering generous and versatile accommodation in the highly sought-after Heworth area of York

Description
An exceptional end-of-terrace residence of impressive proportions, beautifully positioned within the highly regarded Heworth area of York. Built in 1905, this elegant period home is flooded with natural light and retains a wealth of charming character features throughout.

A welcoming central hallway leads through to a superb open-plan kitchen, dining and family space, perfectly designed for modern living and entertaining. A striking bay window and bi-fold doors overlooking the garden create a wonderfully bright and sociable environment. The bespoke kitchen is thoughtfully appointed with quality cabinetry, sleek work surfaces, integrated appliances and a central breakfast island incorporating an inset butler sink. A useful utility room and guest WC add practicality, while the adjoining playroom/snug, complete with a contemporary fireplace, offers a cosy retreat. The separate sitting room enjoys a shuttered bay window and a charming log-burning stove.

To the first floor, the spacious principal bedroom benefits from dual-aspect windows and attractive timber floorboards. Two further well-proportioned bedrooms are served by a stylish shower room and a generous house bathroom. The second floor provides two additional versatile rooms, currently arranged as a home office and nursery. An additional attic space on the 2nd floor can be converted.

Externally, the property is further enhanced by a detached garage and an excellent home gym with a mirrored wall and sliding doors opening onto the delightful private garden. Beautifully landscaped, the garden features a terrace, lawn and ornamental pond, creating an ideal setting for outdoor enjoyment. Residents’ on-street parking is also available.

Location
Situated approximately one mile from York’s historic city walls, the property enjoys an enviable position with convenient access to the city centre, both on foot and by car.

The surrounding area offers an excellent selection of local amenities including a greengrocer, deli and coffee shop, post office, pharmacy, convenience store, tennis club and nearby park, creating a strong sense of community and everyday convenience.

Extensive retail and leisure facilities can be found at Monks Cross and Vangarde Shopping Park, home to a wide range of supermarkets, high street retailers and Marks & Spencer. York Leisure Centre at Monks Cross provides superb fitness and recreational facilities including a gymnasium, swimming pool, sports hall and Clip ’n Climb arena.

York is renowned for its rich history and vibrant cultural scene, with attractions including York Minster, the Theatre Royal, York Art Gallery, Bettys Tea Rooms and the iconic Shambles. The city also offers an excellent variety of independent cafés, restaurants, boutiques, public houses and everyday shopping facilities.

The city has become a celebrated culinary destination, with acclaimed dining establishments including The Star Inn The City by Andrew Pern, the Michelin-starred Roots by Tommy Banks, and Skosh by Neil Bentinck, also Michelin-starred, situated on the ever-popular Micklegate with its eclectic mix of independent shops, cafés and bars.

The property is ideally placed for access to the A64, providing excellent connectivity across the region, while York railway station offers regular mainline services to major cities including London Kings Cross in under two hours, as well as direct routes to Edinburgh and Manchester.

All distances and travel times are approximate.