Kirk Hammerton, York, North Yorkshire, YO26

A most attractive and well-proportioned seven bedroom detached village residence, set amidst gardens extending in all to 1.2 acres (0.48 ha) now requiring comprehensive modernisation throughout but offering excellent potential for extension (subject to all the relevant consents) situated on the edge of this highly regarded village.

West Villa was built in 1900 and is being offered on the open market for the first time, with no onward chain. The property is now in need of comprehensive modernisation throughout but offers excellent potential for any prospective buyer to create a magnificent family home (subject to all the necessary consents).

The property briefly comprises; central entrance leading to the reception hall with staircase to the first floor, there are two well proportioned bay fronted reception rooms both having open fires, large dining kitchen with aga and a separate study, pantry and a cellar measuring 13.3ft - 9.3ft with central keeping slab. To the rear there is a timber lean-to porch which leads into the former wash house.

To the first floor there are four bedrooms and house bathroom. A staircase leads to the second floor where there is a spacious landing and three further double bedrooms.

Externally there is an outside wc, coal house and workshop, together with a detached garage which is in disrepair. The property is surrounded by its own land that offers an excellent degree of privacy and could create delightful gardens extending in all to 1.2 acres (0.48 hectares). Additional land may be available by separate negotiation.

West Villa is situated on the fringe of this highly sought after village and backs onto fields, enjoying far reaching views over the open countryside to both the front and rear. Kirk Hammerton is an appealing village within easy reach of the A1M which offers direct access to Yorkshire’s commercial centres and further afield. The nearby railway stations at Hammerton and Cattal provide a daily service to York, Harrogate and Leeds. Kirk Hammerton has a primary school, Church of England and Methodist churches and the village hall is the hub for the many community events and activities.

Local Authority & Council Tax Band
• North Yorkshire Council,
• Council Tax Band G

Tenure, Services & Parking
• Freehold
• Mains water, electricity and drainage. Domestic heating by an open fire and hot water via electric.
• The property is within a Conservation Area
• Off-street parking

Internet & Mobile Coverage
The Ofcom website shows internet available from at least 1 provider. Outdoor mobile coverage (excl 5G) likely from at least 1 of the UK’s 4 main providers. Results are predictions not a guarantee & may differ subject to circumstances, exact location & network outages.

Flooding
Check for flooding in England - GOV.UK indicate the long term flood risks for this property are: - Surface Water - Very low; Rivers & the Sea - Very low; Groundwater - Flooding from groundwater is unlikely in this area; Reservoir - Flooding from reservoirs is unlikely in this area.

Proceed out of Knaresborough on the A59 and over to the A1 sign posted to York, at the Whixley crossroads turn right and first left. As you enter the village the property will be found immediately on your left hand side.