* Leasehold
* Luxury duplex two bedroom apartment
* Private balcony
* Communal garden including children's play area
* Two allocated parking spaces and bicycle storage available
* Concierge and lift
* Wonderful historic building full of character and charm
* Conveniently located for all the local amenities on Bishopthorpe Road (about half a mile)
* About one and a half miles from York train station
* EPC Rating = C
An immaculate two bedroom duplex apartment within a prestigious development
with balcony and two parking spaces, ideally placed for the local amenities
and the train station.
Description
Apartment 121 is a stunning two bedroom, south - facing duplex apartment with
966 square feet of living space, set within the exclusive development The
Residence, formerly known as Terry’s chocolate factory, within the highly
popular area of Bishopthorpe.
There is an impressive communal entrance leading to a staircase or lift to the
first floor landing which leads to the apartment. A concierge welcomes both
residents and visitors, with the additional security of video entry system and
CCTV cameras.
In addition, the apartment boasts two allocated parking spaces, a communal
cycle shed and beautifully maintained communal gardens.
The first floor consists of an open plan kitchen, dining room and sitting
room, which leads to the large balcony. The principal bedroom has an en suite
shower room and a house bathroom completes this floor. The mezzanine floor has
a second bedroom.
The property has been decorated throughout with a neutral palette offering
fantastic open plan living, with large windows bringing plenty of light into
the space. There are French doors from the sitting area opening on to the
delightful balcony with wrought iron railings, perfect for relaxing with your
favourite drink and entertaining guests, providing views to the rear
elevation.
Location
The Residence is an impressive building situated in one of York’s most sought -
after residential areas adjacent to the York Racecourse.
Close by is Bishopthorpe Road which won the ‘Great British High Street of the
Year’ award in 2015. It was voted by The Times as “one of the UK’s coolest
places to live“ and has its own dedicated website, . The area has a well - known
parade of independent shops, café - delis and restaurants that host regular
events and festivals.
The city boasts excellent restaurants including 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, which is approximately half a
mile away and has a number of independent shops, pubs, cafes and hairdressers.
The property is positioned outside the city’s historic walls and all the
popular attractions including: York Theatre Royal, the Art Gallery, York
Minster, Bettys Tea Rooms and the famous Shambles along with a range of local
cafes, shops, restaurants, public houses and supermarkets.
The residence enjoys excellent pedestrian access to some of York’s prettiest
green areas including the Knavesmire, Knavesmire Wood, Rowntree Park, with its
popular cafe and walks along the River Ouse.
Conveniently located for the A64, A19 south, the city centre and York railway
station which offers regular services to major cities including Manchester,
Edinburgh and London with some journeys taking less than two hours to Kings
Cross.
Please note all distances and travel times are approximate.
Square Footage: 966 sq ft
Leasehold with approximately 243 years remaining.

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