Poplars Farm House

A sizeable period farm house with generous garden and double garage, standing on the banks of the River Ouse


Description

Poplars Farm House is one of a small collection of period farm houses which make up this peaceful hamlet, formerly part of the Beninbrough Hall estate. Situated in a picturesque stretch of countryside, close to the end of a no through road, the house occupies an elevated position on the banks of the River Ouse, with a terrace garden and land leading down to the river itself.

Whilst the property is believed to date from the early 1800's, it was comprehensively refurbished in the early 2000's, updating the services and improving the flow and appearance of the building, each of the rooms having a full makeover but not at the expense of the original features.

This is a large house but not sprawling, every room being of near perfect proportion and blessed with delightful views of the river banks and beyond. There is just the right balance of period features, including ceiling beams, timber sash windows and feature fireplaces, complimented by traditionally styled modern fittings, such as a painted oak shaker style kitchen complete with Aga, York stone and travertine tiling and ledge and brace internal doors.

The accommodation would certainly suit a mature or growing family based on the size and number of living spaces and the bedroom bathroom combination. With five good sized bedrooms, three bathrooms and two additional flexible rooms in the loft space.

One of the clear highlights of the property is the setting and outside space. Occupying an elevated position on the banks of the River Ouse, the house enjoys uninterrupted views across the river and open countryside to the south and east. Lawned gardens envelop the property, a block paved terrace flanking the south and east elevations. Beyond a retaining wall, the grounds undulate down to the river bank, dotted with specimen trees but predominantly laid to lawn, extending to about 1.17 acres in all. To the front of the house (north) is a further stretch of lawn bordered by mature conifer hedges, dissected by a gravel driveway terminating at a parking area and separate double garage.

Location

Beningbrough village is a peaceful hamlet about eight miles (10 km) north-west from York city centre. The parish, which includes Beningbrough Hall and Park, is bordered at the south-west by the River Ouse. Across the banks to the south is Poppleton and just to north the village of Newton on Ouse, both of which have good local facilities. The market town of Easingwold is a short drive away (about nine miles) and has an excellent range of shops and services.

York is equally accessible, via the A19, and offers a great selection of services, including a mainline station with links to London and Edinburgh, numerous state and independent schools, cultural attractions and of course fabulous shopping facilities.

Few houses offer such a rural setting in a such a convenient position for day to day amenities.

Solar panels were installed in 2012 and they come with the house. British Gas pays roughly £1600 a year for what they generate.

Please note all distances and travel times are approximate.

Square Footage: 3,788 sq ft




Acreage: 1.17 Acres


Additional Info

Hambleton District Council Band H

Marketed by: Savills, York