An exceptional four-suite residence of more than 5,000 sq ft, conceived beneath one of Yorkshire's finest historic houses.
The proposition
This is not a conventional country apartment. It is an entirely private world occupying the magnificent lower-ground floor of Moreby Hall's Mansion House.
Vaulted brick ceilings frame a home of remarkable scale: designed for long dinners, quiet retreat and a way of living that values individuality over convention. Two private entrances and a separate guest wing make the plan as flexible as it is dramatic.
53°51'50.2"N · 1°04'35.5"W
Arrival
A private stone staircase opens into a reception gallery where art, a bespoke wine display and an elegant entertaining bar set the tone immediately.
The heart of the home
A 20 ft by 30 ft kitchen and dining space flows into the luxurious snug, made memorable by the original vaults and an exceptional contemporary transformation.
Original architecture · contemporary precision
Four private suites
Two principal suites and two guest suites, each with its own bathroom. The separate guest wing gives visitors genuine independence.
A rare choice
Shape the dedicated leisure room around the way you live: a resistance and splash pool, or a private cinema with surround sound.
The gallery
Interior imagery is computer-generated and indicative of the intended design and specification.
The plans
More than 5,000 sq ft arranged for grand-scale living, effortless entertaining and genuine privacy.
The Moreby Hall Estate
Moreby Hall stands within an ancient Yorkshire landscape whose recorded history reaches beyond the Norman Conquest. A settlement at Moreby appeared in the Domesday Book of 1086, with a medieval manor later established on the estate.
The present Hall was commissioned by Henry Preston. In 1828 he appointed the young architect Anthony Salvin - later recognised as a leading figure of the Gothic Revival - to create a new country residence overlooking the River Ouse. Completed in the early 1830s, it became one of Salvin's earliest major country houses.
Its sandstone facades, steep gables, mullioned windows and battlemented staircase tower form a confident expression of the Jacobethan style. Grade II* listed since 1966, Moreby Hall now begins another chapter: preserving an important Yorkshire landmark as an exceptional setting for contemporary life.
Life at Moreby Hall
Moreby Hall enjoys an exceptional setting amid private parkland beside the River Ouse, approximately six miles south of York city centre. Its peaceful surroundings create an immediate sense of escape, yet York's restaurants, boutiques, cultural attractions and business district are only a short drive away.
A private world
A separate direct entrance to the guest bedroom wing allows visitors or family to reach their rooms without passing through the principal living accommodation. This thoughtful arrangement creates complete privacy for owners and guests, with exceptional flexibility for multi-generational living or future needs.
Distinctive amenities
Residents enjoy four allocated parking spaces with EV charging, private storage and exclusive access to approximately twelve acres of beautifully maintained parkland and landscaped gardens. At the western edge of the estate, a private garden retreat is positioned to capture uninterrupted sunset views.
Perfectly placed
Moreby Hall offers the privacy and beauty of a country estate, with the culture, commerce and connectivity of York close at hand.
Approximately six miles south of York city centre, the estate feels quietly removed while the city's restaurants, boutiques, cultural attractions and business district remain a short drive away.
The nearby A64 connects quickly with the A1(M), M1 and the wider motorway network. York station places Leeds, Harrogate and London King's Cross within remarkably easy reach, while three regional and international airports broaden the possibilities still further.
Moreby Hall brings together riverside seclusion, the culture of York and effortless connections to London and international gateways. Country life feels private here, never remote.
The secret escape
A private west-facing garden and self-contained pavilion create a second place to gather, retreat or entertain, with views towards the River Ouse.
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