Convenience of city living

Our first property this week, in Ashton Place, York, perfectly combines the convenience of city living with the cosy comforts of a cottage.

Built in 1832, it possesses character and charm in abundance and boasts original features, such as cast iron fireplaces. Its central location, opposite Clifford's Tower, means the shops, restaurants and arts venues that the city has to offer are virtually on its doorstep.

There are three bedrooms, a dining room, conservatory and attractive courtyard. While maintaining its historic feel, much of the cottage has been updated, including a modern fitted kitchen, The property is on the market for £360,000. Contact Ashtons.

Meanwhile, 6 Gloucester House, Castlegate, is being offered by Your Move Anscombs, This purpose-built apartment boasts outstanding views from its balcony. As well as being conveniently placed, this home boasts quiet communal gardens; the perfect place to seek refuge from the city bustle. It is priced at £159,950.

Next, Stephensons has a four-bedroom property within easy walking distance of the city centre.

The late Victorian terrace house at 19 Wigginton Road is a substantial and well-proportioned family home. This property benefits from two extensions to the rear, and is ideal for home-based business people as well as those seeking income producing or granny accommodation.

Believed to date from 1882, it contains a wealth of original features, complemented with all the modern amenities, including a fitted light oak kitchen with integrated refrigerator and separate deep freeze unit.

With a lawn at the front, enclosed yard with crazy paving and sun patio to the rear, the garden is ideal for lazing in the sun and creates an excellent prospect from the sitting room.

The-two floor maisonette extension has its own kitchen, bathroom and living room making it totally independent from the main house.

The property is priced in the region of £485,000.

Hudson Moody is marketing 24 St Olaves Road, another family home, just three-quarters of a mile to the north of York city centre.

Priced at £320,000, this four- bedroom house retains many attractive period features and has been tastefully updated and modernised in recent years. Key works have included complete redecoration and the installation of a custom-made kitchen and traditional-style bathroom with white suite.

There is a dining room with period style fireplace, utility room, and plenty of storage space in an under-stairs cupboard and roof space. To the rear of the property, there is a paved, predominantly south-facing courtyard garden with raised beds containing a variety of plants and shrubs.

Next, Naish are offering a top-floor city penthouse for £275,000. This home at 26 Mayfair House, Piccadilly Plaza, couldn't be closer to the shops and leisure facilities, so you can leave your car in the secure basement car park and walk into town within minutes.

Both the kitchen and living area overlook a fabulous roof terrace giving far reaching views to the South West over the River Foss, Castle Museum and Clifford's Tower.

The aspect ensures the afternoon and evening sun and gives this apartment an unusual commodity for city centre living. Constructed only six years ago, Piccadilly Plaza boasts all the modern amenities, from integrated oven and fridge freeze, washing machine and dishwasher in the kitchen to matching contemporary suite in white in the bathroom, complete with bath, bidet, and separate shower cubicle.

Also suited to modern living, 22 The Tannery is a two bedroom apartment situated on the second floor of a high class conversion. The open plan area combining kitchen and lounge gives this apartment a contemporary feel, which is complemented by the modern en-suite bathroom, and kitchen with integrated Smeg appliances. The property benefits from extensive double glazing, night storage heating and a garage.

It is on the market for £360,000. Contact Hunters.

Rachel Rickard Straus