Summary - 8 MAIN STREET HESLINGTON YORK YO10 5EA
4 bed 1 bath Cottage
Period character and modern fit-out in Heslington village — four bedrooms and private garden.
Recently refurbished Victorian cottage over three floors
Open-plan living/dining/kitchen with island and French doors
Cosy front lounge with log-burning stove and bay window
4 double bedrooms; top-floor converted bedroom with Velux
One family bathroom only (shared between four bedrooms)
Small plot but well-stocked, private rear garden with patio
Solid brick walls (likely no insulation) — possible upgrade needed
Local crime levels recorded as high; consider security measures
A recently refurbished Victorian cottage arranged over three floors, this 4-bedroom freehold on Main Street in Heslington combines period character with contemporary living. The house offers spacious open-plan living to the rear, a cosy front lounge with a log-burning stove, and a well-stocked private garden — all within easy walking distance of village amenities and the University of York.
Interior finishes are high-quality: handmade Shaker-style kitchen units with quartz worktops and an island, oak flooring, a utility room and a generous principal bathroom with a roll-top bath plus a separate shower. The converted top floor provides a fourth double bedroom, making the property flexible for family use or professional sharers. Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal suit home working or student occupancy.
Buyers should note some practical points. The property was built before 1900 with solid brick walls and no recorded insulation upgrade, so improvements to thermal performance may be desirable. The single family bathroom will be shared between four bedrooms. Crime levels are recorded as high in the immediate area, which may influence some purchasers’ choices. The plot is relatively small despite attractive garden planting.
Overall, this cottage will suit buyers seeking a character home that’s ready to live in with scope for further energy-efficiency upgrades. Its village-centre location and proximity to excellent local schools and the city centre make it especially appealing to families, university staff or investors targeting high-demand local rental markets.
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