Property description
An outstanding and rare opportunity, for a larger growing family, to purchase this IMPOSING, INDIVIDUAL, DOUBLE FRONTED DETACHED RESIDENCE occupying a commanding, slightly elevated position and set very well back from the road. This LOVELY FAMILY HOME also has the advantage of AN IMPRESSIVE WIDE FRONTAGE bordered by an established beech hedge and is situated within this much sought after and prestigious residential position with grass verges along the road enhancing the appeal of the location and a variety of styles and sizes of properties create further interest and individuality. The property was BUILT BY CROWTHER in the mid 1950's (a local builder of very good reputation noted for quality, space and style) and has had only two owners from new and is now being offered with the benefit of immediate vacant possession and no chain above. There are VERY APPEALING INDIVIDUAL FEATURES, creating much charm and character and the WELL PROPORTIONED and VERY WELL LIT ACCOMMODATION, which has WINDOWS TO TWO WALLS IN THE MAJORITY OF THE ROOMS - providing EXCELLENT NATURAL LIGHT and different aspects, includes THREE RECEPTION ROOMS and FOUR BEDROOMS (fourth of good size!). The price is to allow scope for some modernisation and improvements and the property, which, should respond well, is SET ON A VERY GENEROUS SITE and is enhanced by the DELIGHTFUL REAR GARDEN OF EXCELLENT SIZE ideal for bat 'n' ball games and other family recreational activities.
AMENITIES: BRAMHOPE is located approximately eight miles north of Leeds off the A660 and is also within comfortable daily commuting distance, by car, of the other commercial centre of Bradford and the former spa towns of Harrogate and Ilkley. The popular and historic market town of Otley is approximately 15 minutes drive and offers a choice of shopping facilities including both a Waitrose and Sainsbury's supermarket and other excellent family amenities. BRAMHOPE VILLAGE has a range of local shops including a bakery, a chemist and a newsagent and there is also a welcoming public house! There are further shops on Tredgold Avenue (about 15 minutes walking distance) comprising a butcher's, delicatessen and another newsagent. THE RENOWNED VILLAGE PRIMARY SCHOOL is about 20 minutes walking distance and there is also a selection of recreational facilities to suit a range of age groups including a young children's play area (swings and slides, etc) on The Knoll - which is a very pleasant area of grassland with established trees in the village. There is also a local rugby ground and A VILLAGE CRICKET GROUND both of which are only a few minutes drive by car or about 25 minutes walking distance in each case. DELIGHTFUL COUNTRYSIDE is within easy walking distance of this property via a nearby bridle path - which leads to Creskeld Lane with lovely woodland walks/rambles and fields. The famous Golden Acre Park is within very easy reach by car (about five minutes) and Leeds and Bradford Airport is approximately a 15 minute drive by car. There are also several renowned golf courses - all of which are within about 15 mintues drive from the property and Bramhope Medical Centre is adjacent to the primary school.
DIRECTIONS: FROM THE MAIN LEEDS/OTLEY ROAD (A660) in Bramhope - near the parades of shops and pedestrian traffic lights, turn into Breary Lane East (at the junction with Breary Lane) and proceed forward for approximately 25 paces TURNING FIRST LEFT into Creskeld Crescent, then left at the far end into Creskeld Drive, when this property is then on the right OPPOSITE CRESKELD GARDENS.
ACCOMMODATION: The property, which, has GAS CENTRAL HEATING TO THE GROUND FLOOR with radiators as described below, also has night storage heaters to the first floor (once again as described below) and there is THE ADVANTAGE OF UPVC DOUBLE GLAZED SEALED UNIT WINDOWS virtually throughout. The WELL PROPORTIONED FAMILY ACCOMMODATION with GENEROUS WINDOW SPACE affording very good natural light to the rooms, briefly comprises:
GROUND FLOOR YORKSHIRE STONE STEPS AND FLAG STONES With a hand rail on one side, lead to a...
STONE FLAGGED TERRACED STYLE AREA From where there is access to a...
MATURE STONE EDGED SHALLOW OPEN PORCH Providing covered access to the...
PANELLED STYLE FRONT DOOR In a character wood gain effect and replicating the original door, with colourful double glazed sealed unit oval shaped panel inset, which leads to the...
RECEPTION HALL OF INTERESTING AND UNUSUAL SHAPE With corniced ceiling and central heating radiator with cover and display ledge above.
GUEST CLOAKROOM With white low suite WC and the original corner wash hand basin on brackets with fitted wall mirror above and UPVC double glazed sealed unit window with patterned glass for privacy.
THROUGH LOUNGE OF PLEASING PROPORTIONS Which is AN ELEGANT, WELL LIT ROOM with deep corniced ceiling, enhancing the elegance and style and approached via twin ten pane glass panelled doors from the reception hall, so that the hall may be included and utilised to provide VALUABLE ADDITIONAL RECEPTION SPACE, when entertaining and particularly for parties and larger family gatherings. There is a four sectional UPVC double glazed sealed unit window, to the front elevation, with central heating radiator beneath and a tall, almost floor to ceiling UPVC double glazed sealed unit French style door with a matching fixed side screen on either side, providing direct access to the full width Yorkshire stone flagged patio style area and the delightful rear garden of very good size. "Light granite" fire surround with electric, glowing coal-effect fire which has a "flicker flame" effect reflection and is a very attractive feature and the focal point of the room. There are matching non-opening single glazed windows to the side elevation and a second central heating radiator.
SEPARATE LIVING-DINING ROOM With UPVC double glazed sealed unit WINDOWS TO THREE WALLS and the main one of which is a four sectional window, to the front elevation, matching the one in the lounge and from where there is A VERY PLEASANT OPEN OUTLOOK TOWARDS CRESKELD GARDENS plus a wide expanse of skyline. Useful deep cloaks hanging and storage cupboard plus low-level china storage units and drinks cabinet which also provide a CORNER WINDOW SEAT STYLE AREA. Decorative tiled fireplace and central heating radiator beneath the front window.
"SNUG"/PLAY ROOM OR HOME OFFICE With central heating radiator beneath the UPVC double glazed sealed unit rear window overlooking the garden, and across one corner - TOWARDS FIELD AND WOODLAND WITH ALMSCLIFF CRAG IN THE DISTANCE. Deep serving hatch from the kitchen, so that this room could be used as the dining room, if preferred.
BREAKFAST-DINING KITCHEN With a generous range of tall shelved wall units to one entire wall and matching base units with display/storage shelf above. Double drainer stainless steel sink with practical ceramic splash tiling beneath the wide UPVC double glazed sealed unit window - from where there is THE BENEFIT and PLEASURE OF THE DELIGHTFUL REAR GARDEN OUTLOOK. Wide and deep alcove providing space for an upright fridge/freezer and PANTRY CUPBOARD with shelves, tiled slab and a single glazed window for natural light. Deep recessed shelved and tiled storage cupboard and clothes airing ceiling creel strategically placed above the central heating radiator. Service for an electric cooker and plumbing for washing machine. Modern side outer door with twin colourful double glazed sealed unit panels and which leads to the...
ARCH SHAPED OPEN SIDE PORCH With single glazed window and which provides covered access to/from the kitchen door and also covered access to/from a SOLID FUEL STORE PLACE with window.
CHARACTERFUL TURNED STAIRCASE With the original arch shaped leaded window on the half landing incorporating some stained glass and providing an attractive feature and good natural light to the staircase.
WIDE LANDING OF GOOD SIZE From where there is access to the loft hatch and fitted slatted linen storage cupboard plus adjacent cloaks hanging cupboard and both of which have further storage cupboards above.
BEDROOM 1 Of very good proportions with UPVC double glazed sealed unit WINDOWS TO TWO WALLS and COLOURED PEDESTAL WASH BASIN with complementing splash back and Creda night storage heater.
BEDROOM 2 Also with UPVC double glazed sealed unit WINDOWS TO TWO WALLS and original feature corner tiled fireplace. Creda night storage heater and from the wide four sectional rear window there is A LOVELY OUTLOOK OVER THE GARDEN and across one corner - TOWARDS FIELD AND ESTABLISHED WOODLAND.
BEDROOM 3 With fitted wardrobe, wall mounted display/bookcase unit and Creda night storage heater. There are UPVC double glazed sealed unit WINDOWS TO TWO WALLS and from the four sectional rear window A VERY PLEASANT OUTLOOK OVER THE GARDEN and across one corner - A SUPERB VIEW TOWARDS ALMSCLIFF CRAG IN THE DISTANCE.
BEDROOM 4 Also with fitted wardrobe and which has a built-in chest of drawers unit with clothes shelves above plus a mirror backed door. UPVC double glazed sealed unit window to the front elevation.
BOX ROOM STUDY/HOBBIES AREA With sliding door, providing maximum clear floor space and offering potential for a small computer desk - beneath the UPVC double glazed sealed unit front window providing good natural light.
HALF TILED BATHROOM With coloured fittings comprising cast iron bath with tiled panel - matching the wall tiles and pedestal wash basin with mirror fronted toiletries cabinet above and adjacent heated towel rail. Airing cupboard with central heating radiator and slatted linen airing shelves and UPVC double glazed sealed unit window with patterned glass.
SEPARATE WHITE LOW SUITE WC With tiling to two thirds wall height and UPVC double glazed sealed unit window with patterned glass - matching the glass in the bathroom.
OUTSIDE FRONT: DRIVEWAY providing SPACE FOR SEVERAL CARS TO STAND IN TANDEM and incorporating A CAR STANDING BAY for an additional car to stand independently without restricting access to the garage.
INTEGRAL GARAGE With electrically operated, remote controlled roller shutter door, double power point, electric light and solid fuel bunker. The garage also houses the Glow-Worm central heating boiler and there are two windows providing natural light.
There is a neat shaped lawn with two established blossom trees and very well stocked rose bed with mature rose bushes. A crazy paved Yorkshire stone footpath with handrail and further neat lawn to the side with border, continues to the rear.
REAR: THE DELIGHTFUL REAR GARDEN further enhances this family home and comprises... full width Yorkshire stone flagged patio style area, to the immediate rear, for garden relaxation furniture, barbecue equipment and also for tubs of shrubs and plant displays. Beyond this there is A LAWN OF EXCELLENT SIZE for bat 'n' ball games and other family recreational activities, and with a variety of trees towards the far end. There is also A SMALL "COPSE" AREA with a very established holly tree and some other trees including elderberry and this attracts an interesting variety of birdlife and wildlife to observe and enjoy in this lovely setting.
PLEASE NOTE: The extent of the property and its boundaries are subject to verification by an inspection of the deeds.
VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS: Strictly by appointment through Walker Smale's Bramhope Village office, telephone 0113-2843048.
Property Features :
- Impressive wide frontage
- Built by Crowther in mid 1950´s
- Well proportioned and very well lit accommodation
- Three reception rooms
- Four bedrooms plus small study
- Lovely individual characterful features
- Scope for some modernisation and improvements
- Delightful garden of excellent size