2 bed flat for sale

Hawthorn Grove, York YO31

Particularly ideal for couples or downsizers, as well as first time buyers, this appealing basement apartment forms part of a period building understood to have been built in 1872 by the Rowntree family, with the basement originally used as servants' quarters. Today, the generous space has been redesigned and renovated to create a bright and practical home while keeping a link to its interesting history.

At the heart of the apartment is a spacious open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting room. The contemporary Siematic kitchen has sleek white units, generous worktop space and integrated cooking appliances including a Quooker instant hot water tap, with plenty of room alongside for dining and relaxing. The curved sitting area is a particularly attractive and unique feature, with windows bringing natural light into the space and reflecting the character of the original building.

There are two double bedrooms, both offering fitted wardrobe space. The second provides flexibility for guests, children or working from home. A modern shower room includes a shower enclosure, WC, wash basin and useful fitted storage, as well as a laundry cupboard for a washing machine and tumble dryer.

The availability of storage in the apartment is another real advantage, with several cupboards throughout. There is also a cellar area providing valuable space for bikes, luggage, tools and everyday household items.

The property is stated to be freehold and does not have private parking, although parking may be available for rental alongside, and there is the usual on-street permit parking directly adjacent.

The Heworth location is a major part of the appeal, particularly for those buyers who want to enjoy York city without depending on the car for everyday life. Heworth has a strong neighbourhood feel of its own, yet the city centre is within easy walking distance, reached in around ten minutes on foot, while York Minster is approximately only a twelve-minute walk away, making the historic heart of the city remarkably accessible. Bus stops for the city centre are less than 100m away. Everyday amenities are close at hand. Rustique deli and café is opposite, while Either Way Up wine bar, Red Goat pizza, Heworth Chinese and Bar Hashery are all nearby, creating a lively choice of places for coffee, to eat, drink and meet friends without needing to head into the centre each time.

The entrance to the park at Glen Gardens, the children’s play area and tennis courts is less than 100m.

Practical needs are equally well covered. Asda and Co-op are both within a short walk, together with doctors' surgeries and other useful local services. For a larger food shop, Morrisons, Lidl and Waitrose are all within walking distance or a very short drive. This combination of independent places and familiar everyday shops makes the location particularly convenient for a household with a busy routine.

Transport connections are another strength. Being so close to the centre means many daily journeys can be made on foot or by bicycle, while York's bus network provides connections across the city and surrounding areas. The bus stops for York centre and the train station, as well as the Coastliner service, are less than 100m away. York railway station gives access to the national rail network, making the house particularly appealing to professionals who need to travel for work.

Please note this is a freehold apartment, there is no leasehold arrangement currently in place.

Money laundering regulations; By law, we are required to conduct anti-money laundering checks on all intending sellers and purchasers and take this responsibility very seriously. In line with hmrc guidance, our partner, MoveButler, will carry on these checks in a safe and secure way on our behalf. Once an offer has been accepted (stc) MoveButler will send a secure link for the biometric checks to be completed electronically. There is a non-refundable charge of £30 (inclusive of VAT) per person for these checks. The Anti Money Laundering checks must be completed before the memorandum of sale can be sent to solicitors confirming the sale.

Disclaimer: These details, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firms employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property, or tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property. With this in mind, we would advise all intending purchasers to carry out their own independent survey or reports prior to purchase. All measurements and distances are approximate only and should not be relied upon for the purchase of furnishings or floor coverings. Your home is at risk if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or other loan secured on it.