Thicket Grove, Thorganby
- Land size
- 4 acres
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Bathrooms
- 4
Key Features
- Large Six Bedroom Versatile Detached House
- 4 Acre Grounds with Equestrian Facilities and 12 Berth Campsite
- 3 Paddocks, 2 Stables, Hay Barn, Tack Room and Arena
- Attached Annex Ideal for Multi-Generational Living or Holiday Let
- Sought After Village
- Council Tax Band F
- EPC D56
Description
Swallow Lodge is a substantial family home offering a wealth of versatile accommodation, positioned in a conservation village close to York.
The grounds enable the country lifestyle with the benefit of easy access to city life and travel links. It’s setting boasts superb views over open fields, woodland and nature reserve offering a picturesque backdrop that evolves with the seasons. The conservation area and nature reserve give protection against wind turbines, solar farms, quarries and pylons. In addition, although within easy reach of major road networks, no road roar can be heard. The 4 acre grounds offer lawned area with summer house, sheltered patio area, equestrian facilities and 12 berth campsite. The campsite is discreetly positioned with its own entrance and used throughout the year. Its unique selling points being amazing sunsets, open dark sky, wildlife and tranquillity. It attracts those seeking peace and quiet.
The equestrian facilities include 3 paddocks, 2 stables, hay barn, tack room and arena. Easy access down a country lane to Escrick Park Estate for off road riding and cross country course is a massive asset for those with horses.
The property provides extremely spacious living accommodation comprising; entrance hall, large living room, formal dining room, snug, study, dining kitchen, pantry, butlers pantry, large games room, 4 bedrooms with one ensuite and dressing room. The annex can be configured to provide 2 bedrooms with ensuite or1 bedroom with living space.
To the outside is a large driveway providing ample off street car parking leading to an integral double garage and formal lawned gardens. Additional rear access to the property from Westfield Lane.
Property Details: -
Entrance Hallway -
Cloaks/Wc -
Sitting Room - 5.46m x 4.45m (17'11 x 14'7) -
Dining/Garden Room - 4.29m x 2.92m (14'1 x 9'7) -
Study - 3.91m x 2.87m (12'10 x 9'5) -
Snug - 4.09m x 3.35m (13'5 x 11'0) -
Kitchen/Diner - 4.90m x 4.39m (16'1 x 14'5) -
Inner Hallway -
Utility Room -
Games Room - 5.36m x 5.05m (17'7 x 16'7) -
Cloaks/Wc -
Bedroom With Dressing Room & En-Suite - 4.45m x 3.38m (14'7 x 11'1) -
Bathroom -
Bedroom - 2.87m x 2.79m (9'5 x 9'2) -
Bedroom - 2.82m x 2.49m (9'3 x 8'2) -
Bedroom - 3.78m x 3.30m (12'5 x 10'10) -
Bedroom With Dressing Room & En-Suite - 4.32m x 3.23m (14'2 x 10'7) -
Annex/Bedroom 6 - 5.16m x 5.05m (16'11 x 16'7) -
Shower Room -
Formal Gardens -
Integral Double Garage - 6.81m x 4.14m (22'4 x 13'7) -
Note - The owners have advised the agents on the size of the plot and purchasers should seek verification on this.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- F
- Date Posted
- 2026-05-03
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 646 Homes with Land listings in Yorkshire and The Humber (1+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
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- Water
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- Heating
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- Broadband
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- Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Wheldrake with Thorganby Church of England Primary School2.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 161
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- North Duffield Community Primary School3 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 129
- Type
- Community school
- Sutton Upon Derwent Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School3.4 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 103
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Escrick Church of England Primary School3.8 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 180
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Bubwith Community Primary School3.8 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 112
- Type
- Community school
Secondary
- Barlby High School5.8 milesOfsted report card · Nov 2025
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 482
- Type
- Academy converter
- Fulford School6.6 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,853
- Type
- Academy converter
- Archbishop Holgate's School, A Church of England Academy6.8 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,803
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Millthorpe School7.9 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,022
- Type
- Academy converter
- Selby High School Specialist School for the Arts and Science8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,176
- Type
- Community school
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
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Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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