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The Withins, Jack Lane, Crayke York, North Yorkshire YO61 4UB £445,000 The Withins, Jack Lane, Crayke York, North Yorkshire YO61 4UB £445,000 Reasons to Buy Overview Outside, the front garden is pristine. There is a It's Crayke! super rockery which would make for an ideal vegetable garden for those green fingered Detached Home Individually Designed The Withins is nestled in the desirable village of Crayke. Enjoying an elevated position this buyers. To the side and rear is a delightful Updated by Current Owner (see services) individually designed home is a charming blend Indian stone paved terrace. There is a double of elegant and country style. The property has garage. Beautifully Decorated been updated and meticulously cared for by the Step Inside Ground Floor Living – Double Bedroom with current owner. Ensuite/Snug With neutral tones throughout, stylish flooring Galleried Landing bathed in Natural Light and all the finishing touches there is simply Open the front door, welcome home! The hallway is warm and welcoming with reclaimed Two Receptions Rooms and Wonderful Garden nothing to do but move your furniture in and call maple flooring. Head to the right into a Room it home! This super sociable home has an effortless flow and is perfect for entertaining. The wonderfully light and airy generous sized sitting Utility/ Cloakroom accommodation is versatile, for those buyers room. looking for a ground bedroom with ensuite this Two Double Bedrooms The focal point is the fireplace, the aesthetically is one to view! pleasing woodburning stove with timber beam Garden and Courtyard There are two reception rooms along with a and tiled hearth giving a cosy vibe, we can Double Garage, Driveway for Two Cars delightful garden room. Upstairs are two imagine watching a movie on a wintery evening. generous doubles and family bathroom. French doors open into the garden room a super design to open the sitting room and have The second double has useful fitted wardrobes. a family get together or simply relaxing looking Ground Floor Bedroom/Snug The family bathroom is perfectly placed out on to the south facing courtyard. French between both bedrooms and has an elegant doors from the sitting room lead to the dining vibe. Fully tiled with a panelled bath and room with plenty of space for a family dining This versatile reception room makes a ground separate shower cubicle makes ideal for busy table and chairs. This is perfectly placed next to floor double bedroom with a courtyard view! mornings or a leisurely soak after a busy day. the kitchen. There are useful built-in wardrobes, you can never have too much storage. This leads to a Outside The kitchen has been carefully designed fully tiled ensuite with separate shower cubicle, incorporating all mod cons. The oak fronted smart basin set on a stand and wc. cupboards and drawers perfectly complement Outside, the front garden is pristine the work surface with plenty of workable space Upstairs encompassed by mature Holly and Hawthorne for a busy cook. Integral eye level double oven, hedging giving privacy. The lawn is shaped with control touch hob, fridge, freezer and The staircase takes you to a lovely galleried hardy perennials and plenty of space for pretty dishwasher. landing which is bathed in natural light from the flowering pots. The rockery is raised, this would windows overlooking the front aspect. The make for a super vegetable for those green An arch leads to utility room with fantastic full Master bedroom has plenty of space for a king fingered buyers. A wrought iron gate leads to a height oak cupboards, plumbing for washing size along with additional bedroom furniture. It secluded courtyard with Indian stone paving, machine and space for a tumble dryer. A stable is wonderfully light with windows enjoying we can imagine enjoying a glass of chilled Pinot door opens to the courtyard. views of the Vale of York. before supper. The double garage has an electric roller door for easy access, with power and useful ladder to loft storage. There is an internal door to the kitchen. Services Oil Fired Central Heating, Mains Drainage, Boiler & Oil Tank 2017, New Windows 2016, Solar Panels. Local Life in Crayke Situated in an “Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty” Crayke is a quintessential Yorkshire village offering idyllic living. The village lies atop the first notable hill to the north of the Vale of York enjoying spectacular views across the surrounding countryside. A hop skip and a jump away is the highly renowned Durham Ox where you will always be greeted with a warm welcome, fine food, extensive wine list and they serve the best gin and tonic! The permissive walk is perfect for dog walkers or family time. For those who may need a halfway house The Dutch House makes lovely pancakes…… There is a highly regarded primary school which Ofstead has awarded “outstanding “together with St Cuthbert’s Church named after eponymous Bishop and medieval saint. There is also Crayke Sports Club, with tennis courts, children’s play area and hosts many of the village’s festivities. Two miles away is the market town of Easingwold which has many amenities, lots of local shops, Cafes and Post Office. Emsley Mavor Estate Agents Tel: 01347 823579 1 Tollbooth Building Market Place Easingwold York North Yorkshire YO61 3AB [email protected] www.emsleymavor.co.uk .
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