Detached house for sale in Ilkley LS29, 5 Bedroom

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A stunning period property which has been sympathetically extended to the rear.

This beautiful home was built in the early 1900's and retains many character features, such as mullion leaded windows, beautiful fireplaces, oak flooring and a magnificent staircase.

Accommodation briefly comprises:
A grand entrance hall, two reception rooms, a generous kitchen/diner extension to the rear, a contemporary bathroom, two modern shower rooms, a utility and downstairs cloakroom and five bedrooms over three floors. The master bedroom occupies the top floor and benefits from superb views towards the Cow and Calf.

The house is set well back from the road and occupys an elevated position, set within mature and private gardens.

With a sweeping driveway to the front providing off street parking and a lovely garden to the front.

Early viewing is recommended to appreciate the scope and quality of the accommodation on offer.

Ground Floor

A solid oak door opens into a grand entrance hall with original, solid oak flooring, panelled doors and a utility / cloakroom to the side.

A beautiful turning staircase leads to the floors above.

The original oak flooring continues into the spacious sitting room which benefits from a stunning cast iron fireplace with a marble surround. Lots of light come through the dual aspect mullion, leaded windows.

A second reception room has engineered oak flooring and a log burning stove.

To the rear is a large dining kitchen extension, which has created a spacious, modern dining kitchen, ideal for family dining and entertaining. The kitchen has double doors to the patio and garden beyond and a stable door to the side elevation.

Useful loft space is accessed from the kitchen and provides additional storage.

First Floor

To the first floor there is a house shower room accessed from the half landing.

The stairs continue to the landing with oak flooring and a leaded, mullion window with stunning Wharfe Valley views.

On the first floor there are two spacious, south facing, double bedrooms, a generous third bedroom and a luxury, house bathroom.

The staircase with oak balustrading continues to the second floor.

The second floor features another charming bedroom with a feature fireplace and a modern shower room.

A particular feature of this property is the spacious master bedroom with lots of storage and a large dormer style window, which takes advantage of the superb long distance views towards the Cow and Calf and Ilkley Moor. This is a perfect spot to relax and enjoy the panoramic vista.

Outside

The property stands well back in an elevated position on a generous plot with a front garden laid to lawn with mature, well stocked borders and hedges providing lots of privacy.

A sweeping block paved driveway leads to the front of the property where there is ample parking for several cars.

To the rear is a private, south facing garden with a large, Yorkshire stone patio - ideal for al fresco entertaining and relaxing.

There is a lawn to the rear bordered by high hedges to maintain the privacy.

There is access along both sides of the house and two spacious garden sheds provide additional useful storage.

Location

Located in the popular village of Ben Rhydding on the eastern side of the former Victorian spa town of Ilkley.

Ben Rhydding has a range of local amenities within walking distance of Margerison Road.

A particular feature of this property is it's proximity to the local railway station from where there are frequent services throughout the day into the local business centres of Leeds, Bradford and Ilkley.

A well regarded primary school is also located in the village.

The centre of Ilkley is located approximately a mile away. The historic spa town of Ilkley is set in stunning open countryside in the Wharfe Valley.

Ilkley is a prestigious residential area, popular for all age groups. It is well regarded for a range of exclusive shops, restaurants, cafes as well as catering for general shopping needs with several supermarkets. Ilkley also offers a health centre and doctors' surgeries.

The town benefits from high achieving schools for all ages including Ilkley Grammar School, which recently had an Ofsted rating of "outstanding in all areas", and a range of nearby private schools.

Ilkley supports many cultural events including the annual Literature Festival and it has an independent cinema, library, museum, art gallery and theatre.

There are diverse sporting and recreational facilities to cater for most tastes and Ilkley is also popular with cyclists and ramblers who are drawn to the beautiful moors and the landmark Cow and Calf Rocks.
Ilkley also boasts a lido pool and sports clubs for tennis, golf, rugby cricket, hockey and football.

Ilkley is considered to be an ideal location for the commuter with frequent train services to Leeds where there are regular connections to London Kings Cross, a journey of just over two hours.
Leeds city centre is approximately 18 miles away and Leeds Bradford International Airport is just over 11 miles away.