For Sale5 Bedroom House in Holly Terrace, York, North Yorkshire, YO10 4DS£895,000

Wonderful period home situated in an elevated position overlooking the river Ouse 8 Holly Terrace stands as a distinguished example of an early Victorian townhouse in York. This elegant residence occupies an elevated position, offering uninterrupted views across the River Ouse and overlooking the historic New Walk, which provides seamless access to the city centre. Just a short stroll away, the Millennium Bridge leads to the picturesque Rowntree Park. The property benefits from excellent transport links to the A64 and the University of York, and it falls within the catchment area of the highly regarded Fulford Secondary School, rated Outstanding by Ofsted. The house itself has spacious light-filled rooms, with views from both back and front alongside a wealth of period features and generous proportions of Victorian town houses. Arranged over three floors, it offers over 2103 square feet of living space. The ground floor comprises an entrance hall fitted with under-stairs storage, together with an open-plan sitting/dining room with an outlook over the riverside. The salient points are a large bay window with original folding shutters, marble feature fireplace, high ceilings with ornate coving and ceiling rose, built-in shelving and cupboards. The kitchen is fitted with hand made cabinetry, marble worksurfaces and a range of integrated appliances, breakfast bar and space for a dining table with a skylight window above providing an abundance of light and French doors opening to the courtyard. There is a useful utility room and separate w.c adjacent to the kitchen completing the ground floor accommodation. An elegant staircase leads to the principal bedroom, currently being used as a first floor living room, overlooking the river. There are two further bedrooms, with bedroom three having views of medieval Clifford's Tower. There is also a first floor modern house bathroom. The second floor provides two further bedrooms with a separate shower room. To the front of the property, a charming west-facing terraced garden offers uninterrupted views of the river, while the rear features a walled courtyard with stone sett paving, providing valuable off-street parking accessed via an electric roller door. This exceptional home combines period charm with modern luxury, making it a truly unique offering in the heart of York. View payable Stamp Duty for this property