Closed down hotel could be converted back into homes

Oakgate Group has submitted plans to convert the historic buildings of the Mount Royale Hotel in York back into two family homes.

The proposals seek a change of use and restoration of historical features to the Grade II listed building and will include the complete removal of dilapidated and poor quality modern extensions at the rear and side.

Removal of the modern extensions and clutter from the rear of the properties will allow the existing planning permission for two new homes in the walled grounds, to be revised to facilitate four semi-detached houses.

The property had been in the Oxtoby family’s ownership since 1967 when 119 The Mount was converted into a hotel, before it was expanded to include No. 117 The Mount in 1978.

The closure of the hotel was revealed last year, with the owners saying that it was no longer viable.

The Grand Villas were originally built in 1834 and occupied as family homes until becoming a hotel.

Richard France, managing director of Oakgate, said: “It’s a challenge and great responsibility to be able to create a sustainable new future for these wonderful buildings, bringing them back to their former glory, and original use.

“The additional homes within the walled gardens off Albemarle Road have been designed to perfectly complement the existing villas and build on the two previous planning permissions to create high-quality environmentally friendly family homes in this wonderful location.”