Rectory Cottages, Main Street, Skirpenbeck
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 1
Key Features
- Beautifully renovated barn conversion finished to a high specification throughout
- Stunning open plan living kitchen with solid wood cabinetry and quartz worktops
- Central island and underfloor heating to the main living space
- Cosy wood burning stove and atmospheric mood lighting
- Three flexible double bedrooms offering versatile accommodation
- Stylish modern shower room with contemporary fittings
- Landscaped and private courtyard garden ideal for relaxation
- Ample gravelled off-street parking in a tucked away village setting
- Located in the sought-after village of Skirpenbeck, convenient for York and Pocklington
- Vaulted ceilings with exposed beams and character features throughout
Description
The Old Byre is a beautifully renovated barn conversion available with no onward chain, transformed from top to bottom to create a stunning blend of character, style and modern living, all set within a charming village location.
Tucked away just off the main street and forming one half of a pair of converted barns, this exceptional home offers spacious and flexible accommodation arranged across a single level.
At the heart of the property is the impressive open plan living kitchen, thoughtfully designed for both everyday living and entertaining. The bespoke solid wood kitchen is complemented by quartz worktops, a central island and quality integrated appliances, while underfloor heating adds comfort and practicality. The living area features a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, mood lighting and stone flooring with underfloor heating, creating a warm yet contemporary feel.
Further features include upgraded electrics throughout, wire for smart cctv, exposed timber beams, atmospheric lighting and a superb balance of original charm and high-quality modern finishes throughout.
The accommodation includes three versatile double bedrooms, allowing flexibility for guest accommodation, home working, additional reception space or cinema room if desired. A stylish modern shower room has been beautifully appointed with a walk-in shower, vanity basin unit and WC.
Externally, the property continues to impress. A generous gravelled driveway provides ample off-street parking, while the landscaped courtyard garden offers a private and low maintenance outdoor retreat, ideal for relaxing or entertaining during the warmer months.
Ideal for professionals and downsizers this stunning home is set within the highly regarded village of Skirpenbeck which lies to the east of York and is well placed for access to both York and the market town of Pocklington. Surrounded by attractive countryside, the village enjoys a peaceful rural setting whilst remaining convenient for commuting and local amenities. The area is particularly well regarded for its scenic walks, cycling routes and easy access to the Yorkshire Wolds.
Tenure: Freehold
Services/Utilities: Mains Electricity & Water. Drainage via a water treatment plant - LPG Heating
Broadband Coverage: Up to 1000* Mbps download speed.
EPC Rating: E - 43
Council Tax: D - East Riding of Yorkshire
Current Planning Permission: No current planning permissions
Access: Shared driveway with unrestricted vehicle access leading to private driveway parking
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- D
- Date Posted
- 2026-05-22
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
- Electricity
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Gas Heating
- Broadband
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- Sewerage
- Septic Tank / Private
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
- Off-Street Parking
- 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
80 Mbps
Superfast · available to 58% of premises
Suitable for
- HD streaming
- Video calls
- Web & social
Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.
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
- Bugthorpe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School1.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 97
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Stamford Bridge Primary School2.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 315
- Type
- Academy converter
- St Martin's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Fangfoss2.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 105
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Sand Hutton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School3.3 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 49
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Bishop Wilton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School3.4 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 38
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- Woldgate School and Sixth Form College6.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,167
- Type
- Academy converter
- Archbishop Holgate's School, A Church of England Academy8.2 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,803
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Huntington School8.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,505
- Type
- Community school
- Joseph Rowntree School8.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,248
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Norton School8.9 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 651
- Type
- Academy converter
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
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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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- 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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