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About
This fantastic, detached home is perfect for families looking for a move-in ready' home in one of Selby's most well-renowned areas.
Heading into the property through the spacious entrance hall, visitors will enter the well-proportioned lounge at the front of the property.
The dimensions of this room accommodate even the largest sofa suites. To the rear of the house sits the open-plan kitchen/dining room.
A space designed for social family time as much as it is for cooking.
A range of built-in appliances, a gas hob, generous preparation and storage space and wide, French doors onto the south-facing garden make this a room that is as welcoming as it is practical.
The ground floor is completed by a useful guest WC. Heading upstairs, you will find three generously sized double bedrooms.
No box room in sight in this home, meaning nobody is going to draw the short straw on bedrooms.
The master bedroom also boasts an ensuite shower room and the main family bathroom comes complete with bath and integrated shower. Heading outside, the garden is a true gem.
Its south-facing orientation makes it a real suntrap all day long. Its position compared to nearby houses offers real privacy and security.
Perfect for families playing out or BBQs on warm summer days. The space has been upgraded from the original build with high-quality patio surfacing and a large shed.
The property has off-street parking and an integrated garage that offers real potential for conversion to additional living space, subject to planning.
Another huge benefit to this house is its energy efficiency. Solar panels, double glazing throughout and a built-in EV Charger mean typical household bills are vastly reduced.
A fantastic benefit that will be felt in the owner's budget each and every month.
The house sits on the well-regarded Sherwood Drive development on the edge of the highly sought-after village of Thorpe Willoughby.
A relaxing, family-focused development has several play parks and open spaces, perfect for kids playing out or family play.
In addition, Brayton Barff is just a couple of minutes' walk away and is a perfect nature walk for exercise, relaxation or to walk the family dog.
Thorpe Willoughby is well located with plenty of amenities to aid family life. The village boasts a great pub, a pharmacy, a wonderful fish & chip shop and several small supermarkets.
Selby itself is just 5 minutes away by car, with plenty of larger supermarkets, restaurants and more right on your doorstep.
It is also home to a well-regarded primary school and very convenient for both Selby High School and the ofsted Outstanding-rated Brayton Academy. Commuters will find the village incredibly useful.
Access to the M62, A1 and A19 is incredibly easy for those travelling by car.
For rail commuters, Selby station is nearby and offers direct train links to Leeds, York, Manchester, Hull and even London. More locally, the village is also served by several local bus routes.
Lounge 5.31m x 3.84m - 17'5” x 12'7” Kitchen / Dining Room 3.84m x 3.51m - 12'7” x 11'6” Hallway 3.61m x 1.87m - 11'10” x 6'2” Guest WC 1.96m x 1.02m - 6'5” x 3'4” Principal Bedroom 4.4m x 3.07m - 14'5” x 10'1” Ensuite 2.72m x 1.13m - 8'11” x 3'8” Bedroom 2 4.03m x 3.91m - 13'3” x 12'10” Bedroom 3 3.31m x 2.67m - 10'10” x 8'9” Bathroom 2.87m x 2.13m - 9'5” x 6'12” Garage 5.74m x 2.88m - 18'10” x 9'5”
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