4 Bedroom Detached House

Built in 2005 and extensively improved by the current owner, Manor Lodge is a substantial detached family home that combines generous proportions with stylish, carefully considered upgrades. Occupying a good sized private plot with south facing gardens and attractive views towards the village church, this is a home that offers both presence and practicality in equal measure.

The property is approached via impressive electric Alligator gates with matching wall panels, installed in February 2025 and supplied with a 10-year guarantee, opening onto a spacious block paved driveway providing ample parking and turning space. The entrance is further enhanced by a Videx intercom system and cast iron mailbox set within the entrance pillars, creating a smart and secure arrival. From the outset, the home gives a strong sense of quality and privacy, complemented by the replacement composite front door and upgraded external lighting.

Stepping inside, the welcoming entrance hall sets the tone for the rest of the property, with travertine tiled flooring running throughout the ground floor, a striking new solid oak staircase installed in late 2024, and a refined finish that continues throughout. The sitting room is an elegant and comfortable space, centred around a wood burning stove and enjoying delightful views towards the church from the bay window. It is a room equally suited to relaxed evenings or entertaining guests.

To the rear of the home, the living space opens out beautifully into the garden room and the heart of the house, the extended open plan living/kitchen/dining space with stunning Neptune Henley kitchen. Designed with both style and functionality in mind, this impressive room features a superb range of handcrafted cabinetry and a collection of premium appliances including a Miele dishwasher, electric Aga with six ring hob and three ovens, Westin Cache extractor hood and Quooker hot water tap. The space has been designed for modern family life and entertaining, with an easy flow into the adjoining dining and reception areas and lovely views over the private garden.

Additional ground floor accommodation offers versatility for a range of lifestyles, with a family room/snug and further reception space ideal for home working, playroom use or a more formal dining arrangement. Practicality has not been overlooked either, with a utility room, pantry, cloakroom and separate W.C. all adding to the convenience of day to day living.

To the first floor, the property continues to impress with a spacious galleried landing and four well proportioned bedrooms. The principal suite enjoys fitted wardrobes and a luxurious and particularly generous en-suite bathroom with stand alone bath, walk-in shower, twin basins and W.C. Bedroom two also benefits from its own en-suite shower room, while bedrooms three and four are served by a beautifully updated family bathroom. In total, the home now offers three upgraded bathrooms and two upgraded downstairs toilets.

The improvements extend well beyond the cosmetic. In recent years, the property has seen column radiators installed throughout, the loft fully boarded with lighting and a heavy duty drop-down ladder, and a wireless intruder alarm system professionally maintained by SWAT Security (Selby & York) for added peace of mind. The detached double garage has been transformed into a superb fully insulated gym space, complete with downlights, electrics, boarded loft storage and durable heavy duty flooring, and retains Teckentrup sectional electric garage doors (RAL 7021) installed in March 2025 and recently installed Zappi EV charger. This gives the next owner real flexibility, whether they wish to retain it as a gym, studio or hobby space, or adapt it to suit their own needs.

Outside, the south facing rear garden is both private and beautifully established, enclosed by mature boundaries and enhanced by an external brick wall. The space includes lawn, paved walkways, raised beds, extensive patio seating areas and well stocked borders, creating a peaceful setting for outdoor dining and entertaining. A Husqvarna robotic lawn mower, complete with its own housing, is available by separate negotiation. Additional recent improvements include pressure washing of the full exterior, cleared gutters, upgraded chrome up-and-down external lighting and outside sockets to the garage gable.

Set in the highly sought after village of Sutton on Derwent, the property enjoys a wonderful semi-rural setting while remaining convenient for York and the wider region. The village is well regarded for its community feel and amenities, including a popular primary school, village pub, church and tennis club, while nearby Elvington offers further everyday facilities. York city centre is within easy reach, and the A64 provides straightforward connections for commuting further afield.

Manor Lodge is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial village home that has already undergone extensive, high quality improvements. It is a property with real warmth, style and flexibility, ideal for buyers seeking an executive family home in a prime village location.

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.