12 University Gardens, Ripon

Number 12, University Gardens is an exceptional townhouse in a landmark city centre development. The original building has been converted into 8 stunning new homes. To view this and the other houses please contact us.

Location

Ripon is a thriving city in North Yorkshire noted for its medieval cathedral. The city has developed around a market place, which has provided a focus for its townsfolk over the years. A short distance away is Studley Royal Park and Fountains Abbey which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, situated on the fringes of the Yorkshire Dales? National Park. The city offers excellent amenities including independent shops, restaurants, supermarkets and a racecourse. Booths is a high-end supermarket unique to The North, which champions local produce and suppliers, and conveniently is only a third of a mile walk away. Ripon offers several excellent schools including Ripon Grammer, one of the region’s best.

Ripon is conveniently located for the A1(M) (4.3 miles) and Harrogate is just 11 miles to the south. Thirsk?s train station (11 miles) provides a direct service to London Kings Cross (approx. 2 hours 10 minutes), as well as to York, Manchester, and Leeds. Leeds Bradford Airport is 23 miles away.

The Property

12 University Gardens is an exceptional three bedroom townhouse conversion of a period building in Ripon?s town centre, with an impressive terrace.

The living room has been designed to complement the room?s tall ceiling with double doors onto the terrace and an open plan kitchen, creating an inviting living space. The kitchen is fitted with white quartz work surfaces, a Bosch dishwasher, double oven and induction hob.

There are two double bedrooms to the first floor, one with an en suite shower room, and a house bathroom. The master bedroom has an en suite shower room and fabulous views.

The house benefits from two parking spaces and a store.

The Development

University Gardens comprises eight beautifully crafted townhouse conversions and five new build houses. Originally the Ripon Girls High School which opened in 1909 and was eventually merged with Ripon Grammar. This is a heritage site of local importance forming part of the Ripon Conservation Area.

Number 12 is one of the eight conversions, the rest will be ready for occupation by early 2025. The houses vary in size and price point, four have balconies and they all have access to a communal garden which is at the heart of the development.

The town houses are supplied with electric heating and hot water.

Lease And Estate Charge

 There will be an estate charge to be confirmed. The town houses are to be sold with leases of 999 years with a share in the management company.

Photography

 Please note the photographs are of the adjacent house with a similar layout and kitchen. The CGI used of the front’s landscaping may differ from the final scheme.