Church Lane, Nether Poppleton, York, North Yorkshire, YO26

A modern extended five bedroom family home situated in a desirable village on the outskirts of York

Description

17 Church Lane is superb contemporary family residence, superbly positioned in the highly sought-after and well-connected village of Poppleton, just north of York.

Nestled along a tranquil lane and surrounded by picturesque countryside, this extensively renovated and thoughtfully extended home offers a harmonious blend of modern design and versatile living space. Upon arrival, a grand oak-beamed porch with Victorian tile flooring provides an inviting entrance and offers generous storage. Inside, the welcoming hallway features herringbone Amtico flooring that flows through to the heart of the home.

The ground floor comprises a refined sitting room with an electric log burner, alongside an exceptional open-plan kitchen, dining, and family area. The bespoke kitchen features high-end integrated appliances, and is complemented by a generous breakfast bar and seating area. A striking roof lantern bathes the space in natural light, while French doors open directly onto the landscaped garden. A real log burner adds warmth and ambiance for cozy evenings in, and this seamless design creates the perfect setting for effortless indoor-outdoor living and entertaining.

Additional ground-floor accommodation includes a versatile guest bedroom with adjacent bathroom - ideal for visitors, multi-generational living, or a dedicated home office. There is also a multi-functional rear space with glazed doors leading to the garden, currently utilised as a home gym, but adaptable to suit a variety of family needs or remote working requirements.

Upstairs, the property offers four well-appointed bedrooms and luxurious family bathrooms. Notably, the bedrooms within the extension benefit from double-height ceilings that enhance space and natural light. The principal suite features fitted wardrobes and generous proportions, while the bathrooms boast high-quality contemporary fittings and finishes.

The beautifully landscaped rear garden provides a peaceful, private retreat, featuring a Cotswold stone patio seating area, a large raised deck, and a versatile garden studio - ideal as a home office or creative space. To the front, the property benefits from a well-maintained garden and a double access driveway providing plenty of off-street parking.

This exceptional family home blends sophisticated design with flexible living spaces in a highly desirable village setting, offering the perfect balance of countryside tranquility and convenient access to York.

Location

Poppleton is a beautiful village with excellent amenities including a primary school (Poppleton Ousebank primary school - Good Ofsted 2024, and this property is also in the catchment for Manor CE Academy - Good Ofsted 2022), doctor and dentist surgeries, a superb community sports centre, gastro pubs and a variety of shops including a post office and store. Poppleton has its own railway station connecting to York and Harrogate, a Park & Ride service, and good commuter links to the A64, A1 and M1 via the nearby ring road. This property is also in the catchment for Manor CE Academy (Good Ofsted 2022).

Just two miles from York which boasts a vast array of attractions such as York Theatre Royal, the Art Gallery, York Minster, Bettys Tea Rooms and the famous Shambles, along with a range of local cafes, shops, restaurants, public houses, supermarkets and further landmark attractions.

The award winning The Star Inn the City by Andrew Pern and the Michelin-starred restaurant, Roots, by Tommy Banks. In addition, there is Skosh by Neil Bentinck which also boasts a Michelin-star, positioned on popular Micklegate. Located beside the River Ouse is York City Rowing Club, York Pilates Space and The Perky Peacock, a cosy café in a medieval tower. Further along is Rowntree Park with café, playground, tennis and basketball courts.

The well-known York Racecourse and Knavesmire are over two miles from the city accessed by a delightful walk or cycle along the river.

York railway station offers regular services to major cities including Manchester, Edinburgh and London with some journeys taking less than two hours to Kings Cross. The A64 ring road is about three and a half miles from the city centre giving access to Leeds, the A1(M) and the wider motorway.

Please note all distances and travel times are approximate.

Square Footage: 1,727 sq ft



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