Location

Monkgate enjoys a pleasant and easy pedestrian approach to the Minster and vibrant city centre through the historic Monkgate Bar, giving excellent access to a diverse variety of shops, restaurants and cultural venues.

The property is perfectly positioned just outside the city's historic walls and is close to York St John University, York Theatre Royal , the Art Gallery, York Minster, Bettys Tea Rooms and the famous Shambles are all about half a mile away, 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 and a number of independent shops, pubs, cafes and hairdressers.

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 is about a mile way and 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.

The city offers a diverse range of primary and secondary schools including St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School (Academy), All Saints RC School (Ofsted Outstanding 2016) and Millthorpe School (Academy). Independent schools on offer are The Mount, St Peter's and Bootham.

Please note all distances and travel times are approximate.

Description

65 Monkgate is a charming five bedroom refurbished Grade II listed property offering over 2100 square feet of well-proportioned and versatile living accommodation throughout. Featuring a combination of modern decoration and period features including high ceilings and sash windows, this house occupies an enviable position just outside the city walls in a sought-after residential area.

With three reception rooms, a kitchen/dining room, a snug with a fully working range plus 3 further working fireplaces throughout the house and a further kitchen to the rear of the ground floor, the first floor bedrooms are complimented by a family bathroom with dual sinks, two en suites, and access to a Jack and Jill shower room via a dressing room off the principle bedroom.

Not only is this a beautiful home within striking distance of all of York's fantastic amenities, the property also benefits from off-street parking and a private walled courtyard.

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