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Map4 bedroom detached house
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Detached house
4 beds
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Features and description
- Unique detached home
- Magnificent landscaped gardens
- Enjoying a high level of privacy
- South facing position
- Long distance views over skipton
- Extensive private parking
- Gated driveway
- Large detached double garage
- Solar pv panels
- Viewing essential
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Surely occupying one of the most peaceful, generous and desirable plots in the prestigious 'Raikes' area of Skipton benefitting from a high level of privacy and seclusion whilst standing in magnificent landscaped gardens providing a particularly attractive and impressive feature, this substantial extended four bedroom en-suite detached property enjoys a relatively hidden location accessed via a private gated driveway leading off from Raikeswood Drive and represents a rare and exciting opportunity for those searching for a unique detached residence situated in an exclusive residential setting with extensive private parking and a large recently constructed detached double garage.
This remarkable, individual 1960's stone built detached home was imaginatively designed by a well respected local architect utilising a creative, forward-thinking design incorporating a high level of natural light via a large expanse of glazing to the entire southern elevation, also cleverly taking advantage of the superb open elevated aspect to the south. It is interesting to note that this feature has now become a more common design theme in many of the more recent, ultra-modern and contemporary 'grand design' style homes.
The property has been thoughtfully upgraded and extended in recent years including the installation of a 4kw Solar PV system connected to a lucrative 'Feed-in Tariff', secured at the higher payback rate circa twelve years ago and with the remainder of a twenty five year income term. Further details are available on request.
The well appointed accommodation is thoughtfully laid out with all principle rooms enjoying a superb open outlook over the magnificent gardens which have been professionally maintained and landscaped on behalf of the Vendor for many years and feature a wide variety of plants, specimen trees, a superb lawn with rockery, a pond with water feature, meandering pathways and a further lawned 'kitchen garden' area at the rear with 16' greenhouse, vegetable beds and a large timber garden storage shed. There is also a fantastic fifty square foot patio area positioned directly at the front with sliding door access from both the kitchen and the living room providing a superb outdoor entertaining area with an ideal southerly orientation.
Internally the accommodation features a particularly spacious reception hall with original 1960's staircase creating a stylish first impression with galleried landing above. There are three generous reception rooms including a bright and spacious dual-aspect living room with cast iron wood burning stove. The kitchen has been updated and relocated to the predominantly glazed single story front projection and incorporates a large central island, granite worktop surfaces, ample space for dining and remarkable views over the beautiful gardens. A rear hallway provides a useful extension to the kitchen with a further range of fitted cupboards and also leads to a large laundry/utility room, a boiler/cloakroom and a superb pantry ideal for storing wine and other provisions. An inner hallway with cloaks cupboards and ground floor WC then leads to a spacious ground floor Guest/fourth bedroom with en-suite bathroom. The ground floor bedroom would suit a variety of uses and currently serves as a generous home office.
A first floor landing is flooded with light from a large feature window and leads to three further bedrooms and a luxurious four piece house bathroom. All three first floor bedrooms have spectacular long distance southerly views over Skipton and down the Aire Valley whilst the particularly spacious and impressive master bedroom includes an excellent range of fitted furniture together with a separate dressing area and hidden door access to a well appointed en-suite shower room. Overall the property certainly provides a high standard of accommodation throughout and offers a spacious and versatile layout that is likely to be of particular appeal to those households now requiring additional internal space for working from home. Having said that the property stands in such a spacious and generous plot of land that, if necessary, offers great potential for further development and/or extension, subject to obtaining the usual permissions.
The increasingly popular market town of Skipton has won many accolades in recent years, being independently judged to be one of the best areas to live in the UK via multiple media sources. Catering to residents of all ages, the town offers the perfect combination of excellent schooling, easy access to countryside and an extensive choice of leisure, shopping and recreational facilities.
The town is intersected by the scenic Leeds/Liverpool canal and is well known for its Medieval Church and Castle together with a bustling High Street featuring an outdoor market on the cobbled 'setts' three days a week. The town offers an excellent mix of independent shops, pubs and cafes in addition to having well known branded stores and a choice of fashionable bars and restaurants. There are excellent public transport links, including a railway station providing regular daily services to Leeds and Bradford. The town enjoys an annual programme of community events and festivals, attracting an ever increasing degree of tourism. In addition, the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park is only a short drive away to the north, offering some of the finest countryside and scenery in the UK.
Equipped with all mains services including gas central heating together with the very energy efficient Solar PV installation providing an excellent ongoing annual return, this well equipped and truly 'one-of-a-kind' home comprises in further detail:
GROUND FLOOR
SPACIOUS ENTRANCE VESTIBULE
With timber front entrance door. Sealed unit double glazed windows to the front and side. Oak flooring. Central glazed door with matching side panels leading to:
SPACIOUS AND IMPRESSIVE RECEPTION HALLWAY
With feature sealed unit double glazed window to the side. Oak flooring. Two central heating radiators. Original 1960's return staircase leading off to the first floor with galleried landing above.
OPEN PLAN DINING ROOM
14'11" x 11' with wide sealed unit double glazed window to the front having spectacular views over the garden. Central heating radiator. Oak flooring. Large opening through to the:
LIVING ROOM
18'9" x 12'9" with UPVC sealed unit double glazed picture window to the side. Large sliding sealed unit double glazed patio door leading out to the front patio area whilst having spectacular long distance southerly views over the garden. Oak flooring. Esse wood burning stove. Central heating radiator.
SNUG/SITTING ROOM WITH STUDY AREA AT THE REAR
24'6" X 9'2" with sealed unit double glazed windows to the front and side. Oak flooring. Two central heating radiators. Useful study area at the rear with range of fitted cupboards and shelving. Recessed ceiling spotlights.
DINING KITCHEN
22'5" x 11' (plus rear hallway area 28'1" x 5'5")
Superbly appointed with a range of stylish white gloss fronted wall and base units incorporating contrasting 'double granite' worktop surfaces together with a large matching island. Sealed unit double glazed windows to three sides commanding superb views over the magnificent gardens. Sliding sealed unit double glazed door leading to the patio area. Built in electric oven. Integrated microwave oven. Warming drawer. Integrated dishwasher. Integrated refrigerator. Four ring induction hob with contemporary extractor canopy over. One and a half bowl recessed sink with drainer grooves into the worktop surface. Tiled flooring. Two central heating radiators. The rear hallway provides space for a large American style fridge/freezer and also includes a range of fitted wall and base cupboards together with worktops to match the kitchen area. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Sealed unit double glazed side door leading to:
SIDE ENTRANCE HALL
With part glazed stable style entrance door. Central heating radiator. Sealed unit double glazed window. Tiled flooring. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Opening through to the:
SPACIOUS LAUNDRY ROOM
9'10" X 8'9" with stainless steel sink and drainer unit. Range of fitted wall and base cupboards together with laminate worktop surfaces. Plumbing for an automatic washing machine. Space for other appliances. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Sealed unit double glazed window. Door leading to:
BOILER/BOOT ROOM
With Worcester gas central heating boiler. Hot water cylinder. Solar PV inverter. Fitted cloaks rails and shelving. Tiled flooring.
PANTRY/STORE ROOM
10'1" x 7'2" with sealed unit double glazed window. Central heating radiator.
INNER HALLWAY
With two built-in double cloaks cupboards. Central heating radiator. Oak flooring. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Door leading to:
GROUNDFLOOR WC
With two piece suite comprising low suite WC together with a hand wash basin. Full wall tiling together with contrasting floor tiling. Extractor fan.
SPACIOUS GROUND FLOOR GUEST BEDROOM/HOME OFFICE
16'6" x 12'1" suitable for a variety of uses, currently serving as a generous home office. With full width sealed unit double glazed windows to the side. Two central heating radiators. Oak flooring. Door leading to:
EN-SUITE BATHROOM
With three piece white suite comprising low suite WC, hand wash basin set on a vanity cupboard and a panelled bath with Aqualiser mixer shower over. Full wall tiling together with contrasting floor tiling. Central heating radiator. Shaver point/light. Extractor fan.
FIRST FLOOR
GALLERIED LANDING
With wide feature UPVC sealed unit double glazed window enjoying delightful views. Original 1960's spindled balustrade. Oak veneer doors leading to all rooms.
MASTER BEDROOM
18'11" x 12'7 plus 10'2" x 5'6" to the Dressing Area
Superbly appointed with a range of stylish modern light wood fronted fitted wardrobes, drawers and a dressing table. Full width sealed unit double glazed windows to the front commanding superb long distance southerly views over Skipton and down the Aire Valley. Sealed unit double glazed door leading to an interconnecting balcony area. Central heating radiator. Recessed ceiling spotlights. DRESSING AREA with further built in wardrobes and drawers. Two sealed unit double glazed windows. Central heating radiator. The master bedroom includes a hidden door access through to a:
LUXURIOUS EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
Superbly appointed with a contemporary white suite comprising a low suite WC, a walk in shower and twin hand wash basins set on vanity cupboards with matching mirrors and lighting above. UPVC sealed unit double glazed window. Chrome towel radiator. Contemporary wall and floor tiling. Shaver point. Recessed ceiling spotlights.
BEDROOM TWO
12'9" x 12'6" superbly appointed with a range of fitted wardrobes, drawers and cupboards. Wide sealed unit double glazed windows to the front commanding superb long distance views over Skipton and down the Aire Valley beyond. Sealed unit double glazed door leading to the interconnecting balcony area. Central heating radiator. Two wall light points.
BEDROOM THREE
11'10" x 7'11" with sealed unit double glazed window enjoying views via the interconnecting balcony. Sealed unit double glazed door leading to the interconnecting balcony. Central heating radiator. Fitted double wardrobe.
LUXURIOUS HOUSE BATHROOM
Superbly appointed with a contemporary white four piece suite comprising low suite WC, floating hand wash basin, a double ended bath and a corner shower enclosure housing a chrome mixer shower. Limestone effect wall and floor tiling, UPVC sealed unit double glazed window. Recessed ceiling spotlights and extractor fan. Chrome towel radiator.
OUTSIDE
Thorncroft is accessed via a private level tarmac driveway providing an impressive first impression with remote controlled electric gates positioned midway together with mature hedging to both sides and a useful parking bay alongside. The driveway opens up into a generous tarmac driveway providing excellent private parking and turning facilities at the side of the property whilst also extending to the rear and leading to the:
LARGE RECENTLY CONSTRUCTED DETACHED STONE FRONTED DOUBLE GARAGE
22'10" x 21'9" with twin sectional style remote controlled up and over doors to the front. Light and power. UPVC sealed unit double glazed window to the rear. Side pedestrian access door.
The property is surrounded by the most magnificent landscaped gardens that require a first hand inspection in order to be fully appreciated enjoying a high level of privacy with mature trees and hedging to the perimeter whilst also having superb southerly views over the town to the south. To the front there is a good sized lawn with rockery/rose border, a wide variety of trees, well stocked borders and a pond with water feature providing a delightful sitting area. A gravel pathway leads through the trees to a useful, concealed metal storage shed with compost area beyond. There is a large south facing patio to the front elevation also having superb views. To the rear there is a delightful pergola with mature wisteria and steps leading up to a further lawned garden with 16' greenhouse, vegetable beds and a good sized timber garden shed.
SERVICES All mains services are installed.
Please note we have not been able to test the equipment or installations in this property and recommend that prospective purchasers arrange for a qualified person to check any appliances before entering into any commitment.
VIEWING Strictly by arrangement with HARRISON BOOTHMAN. All potential viewers are advised to read a copy of our PRIVACY POLICY which can be found on our website. Alternatively a written copy is available on request.
Tel: Skipton 799993
Any floor plans are provided for informational and illustrative purposes only. Although we endeavour to provide truthful representation, we do not in any way warrant the accuracy of the floor plan information and the floor plan layout and measurements may contain errors and omissions. We are not liable for and do not accept any liability relating to any loss or damage suffered as a direct or indirect result of use of any information on the floor plan. The extent of the property and its boundaries are subject to verification by inspection of the title deeds.
These particulars were prepared from observation together with information supplied by the Vendor. We have not carried out a detailed professional survey.
Ref: SS10062021
If you are thinking of selling your property HARRISON BOOTHMAN will be pleased to provide a FREE VALUATION for sale purposes.
These particulars do not constitute an offer or contract of sale.
Any prospective purchaser should satisfy themselves by inspection of the property.
This remarkable, individual 1960's stone built detached home was imaginatively designed by a well respected local architect utilising a creative, forward-thinking design incorporating a high level of natural light via a large expanse of glazing to the entire southern elevation, also cleverly taking advantage of the superb open elevated aspect to the south. It is interesting to note that this feature has now become a more common design theme in many of the more recent, ultra-modern and contemporary 'grand design' style homes.
The property has been thoughtfully upgraded and extended in recent years including the installation of a 4kw Solar PV system connected to a lucrative 'Feed-in Tariff', secured at the higher payback rate circa twelve years ago and with the remainder of a twenty five year income term. Further details are available on request.
The well appointed accommodation is thoughtfully laid out with all principle rooms enjoying a superb open outlook over the magnificent gardens which have been professionally maintained and landscaped on behalf of the Vendor for many years and feature a wide variety of plants, specimen trees, a superb lawn with rockery, a pond with water feature, meandering pathways and a further lawned 'kitchen garden' area at the rear with 16' greenhouse, vegetable beds and a large timber garden storage shed. There is also a fantastic fifty square foot patio area positioned directly at the front with sliding door access from both the kitchen and the living room providing a superb outdoor entertaining area with an ideal southerly orientation.
Internally the accommodation features a particularly spacious reception hall with original 1960's staircase creating a stylish first impression with galleried landing above. There are three generous reception rooms including a bright and spacious dual-aspect living room with cast iron wood burning stove. The kitchen has been updated and relocated to the predominantly glazed single story front projection and incorporates a large central island, granite worktop surfaces, ample space for dining and remarkable views over the beautiful gardens. A rear hallway provides a useful extension to the kitchen with a further range of fitted cupboards and also leads to a large laundry/utility room, a boiler/cloakroom and a superb pantry ideal for storing wine and other provisions. An inner hallway with cloaks cupboards and ground floor WC then leads to a spacious ground floor Guest/fourth bedroom with en-suite bathroom. The ground floor bedroom would suit a variety of uses and currently serves as a generous home office.
A first floor landing is flooded with light from a large feature window and leads to three further bedrooms and a luxurious four piece house bathroom. All three first floor bedrooms have spectacular long distance southerly views over Skipton and down the Aire Valley whilst the particularly spacious and impressive master bedroom includes an excellent range of fitted furniture together with a separate dressing area and hidden door access to a well appointed en-suite shower room. Overall the property certainly provides a high standard of accommodation throughout and offers a spacious and versatile layout that is likely to be of particular appeal to those households now requiring additional internal space for working from home. Having said that the property stands in such a spacious and generous plot of land that, if necessary, offers great potential for further development and/or extension, subject to obtaining the usual permissions.
The increasingly popular market town of Skipton has won many accolades in recent years, being independently judged to be one of the best areas to live in the UK via multiple media sources. Catering to residents of all ages, the town offers the perfect combination of excellent schooling, easy access to countryside and an extensive choice of leisure, shopping and recreational facilities.
The town is intersected by the scenic Leeds/Liverpool canal and is well known for its Medieval Church and Castle together with a bustling High Street featuring an outdoor market on the cobbled 'setts' three days a week. The town offers an excellent mix of independent shops, pubs and cafes in addition to having well known branded stores and a choice of fashionable bars and restaurants. There are excellent public transport links, including a railway station providing regular daily services to Leeds and Bradford. The town enjoys an annual programme of community events and festivals, attracting an ever increasing degree of tourism. In addition, the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park is only a short drive away to the north, offering some of the finest countryside and scenery in the UK.
Equipped with all mains services including gas central heating together with the very energy efficient Solar PV installation providing an excellent ongoing annual return, this well equipped and truly 'one-of-a-kind' home comprises in further detail:
GROUND FLOOR
SPACIOUS ENTRANCE VESTIBULE
With timber front entrance door. Sealed unit double glazed windows to the front and side. Oak flooring. Central glazed door with matching side panels leading to:
SPACIOUS AND IMPRESSIVE RECEPTION HALLWAY
With feature sealed unit double glazed window to the side. Oak flooring. Two central heating radiators. Original 1960's return staircase leading off to the first floor with galleried landing above.
OPEN PLAN DINING ROOM
14'11" x 11' with wide sealed unit double glazed window to the front having spectacular views over the garden. Central heating radiator. Oak flooring. Large opening through to the:
LIVING ROOM
18'9" x 12'9" with UPVC sealed unit double glazed picture window to the side. Large sliding sealed unit double glazed patio door leading out to the front patio area whilst having spectacular long distance southerly views over the garden. Oak flooring. Esse wood burning stove. Central heating radiator.
SNUG/SITTING ROOM WITH STUDY AREA AT THE REAR
24'6" X 9'2" with sealed unit double glazed windows to the front and side. Oak flooring. Two central heating radiators. Useful study area at the rear with range of fitted cupboards and shelving. Recessed ceiling spotlights.
DINING KITCHEN
22'5" x 11' (plus rear hallway area 28'1" x 5'5")
Superbly appointed with a range of stylish white gloss fronted wall and base units incorporating contrasting 'double granite' worktop surfaces together with a large matching island. Sealed unit double glazed windows to three sides commanding superb views over the magnificent gardens. Sliding sealed unit double glazed door leading to the patio area. Built in electric oven. Integrated microwave oven. Warming drawer. Integrated dishwasher. Integrated refrigerator. Four ring induction hob with contemporary extractor canopy over. One and a half bowl recessed sink with drainer grooves into the worktop surface. Tiled flooring. Two central heating radiators. The rear hallway provides space for a large American style fridge/freezer and also includes a range of fitted wall and base cupboards together with worktops to match the kitchen area. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Sealed unit double glazed side door leading to:
SIDE ENTRANCE HALL
With part glazed stable style entrance door. Central heating radiator. Sealed unit double glazed window. Tiled flooring. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Opening through to the:
SPACIOUS LAUNDRY ROOM
9'10" X 8'9" with stainless steel sink and drainer unit. Range of fitted wall and base cupboards together with laminate worktop surfaces. Plumbing for an automatic washing machine. Space for other appliances. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Sealed unit double glazed window. Door leading to:
BOILER/BOOT ROOM
With Worcester gas central heating boiler. Hot water cylinder. Solar PV inverter. Fitted cloaks rails and shelving. Tiled flooring.
PANTRY/STORE ROOM
10'1" x 7'2" with sealed unit double glazed window. Central heating radiator.
INNER HALLWAY
With two built-in double cloaks cupboards. Central heating radiator. Oak flooring. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Door leading to:
GROUNDFLOOR WC
With two piece suite comprising low suite WC together with a hand wash basin. Full wall tiling together with contrasting floor tiling. Extractor fan.
SPACIOUS GROUND FLOOR GUEST BEDROOM/HOME OFFICE
16'6" x 12'1" suitable for a variety of uses, currently serving as a generous home office. With full width sealed unit double glazed windows to the side. Two central heating radiators. Oak flooring. Door leading to:
EN-SUITE BATHROOM
With three piece white suite comprising low suite WC, hand wash basin set on a vanity cupboard and a panelled bath with Aqualiser mixer shower over. Full wall tiling together with contrasting floor tiling. Central heating radiator. Shaver point/light. Extractor fan.
FIRST FLOOR
GALLERIED LANDING
With wide feature UPVC sealed unit double glazed window enjoying delightful views. Original 1960's spindled balustrade. Oak veneer doors leading to all rooms.
MASTER BEDROOM
18'11" x 12'7 plus 10'2" x 5'6" to the Dressing Area
Superbly appointed with a range of stylish modern light wood fronted fitted wardrobes, drawers and a dressing table. Full width sealed unit double glazed windows to the front commanding superb long distance southerly views over Skipton and down the Aire Valley. Sealed unit double glazed door leading to an interconnecting balcony area. Central heating radiator. Recessed ceiling spotlights. DRESSING AREA with further built in wardrobes and drawers. Two sealed unit double glazed windows. Central heating radiator. The master bedroom includes a hidden door access through to a:
LUXURIOUS EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
Superbly appointed with a contemporary white suite comprising a low suite WC, a walk in shower and twin hand wash basins set on vanity cupboards with matching mirrors and lighting above. UPVC sealed unit double glazed window. Chrome towel radiator. Contemporary wall and floor tiling. Shaver point. Recessed ceiling spotlights.
BEDROOM TWO
12'9" x 12'6" superbly appointed with a range of fitted wardrobes, drawers and cupboards. Wide sealed unit double glazed windows to the front commanding superb long distance views over Skipton and down the Aire Valley beyond. Sealed unit double glazed door leading to the interconnecting balcony area. Central heating radiator. Two wall light points.
BEDROOM THREE
11'10" x 7'11" with sealed unit double glazed window enjoying views via the interconnecting balcony. Sealed unit double glazed door leading to the interconnecting balcony. Central heating radiator. Fitted double wardrobe.
LUXURIOUS HOUSE BATHROOM
Superbly appointed with a contemporary white four piece suite comprising low suite WC, floating hand wash basin, a double ended bath and a corner shower enclosure housing a chrome mixer shower. Limestone effect wall and floor tiling, UPVC sealed unit double glazed window. Recessed ceiling spotlights and extractor fan. Chrome towel radiator.
OUTSIDE
Thorncroft is accessed via a private level tarmac driveway providing an impressive first impression with remote controlled electric gates positioned midway together with mature hedging to both sides and a useful parking bay alongside. The driveway opens up into a generous tarmac driveway providing excellent private parking and turning facilities at the side of the property whilst also extending to the rear and leading to the:
LARGE RECENTLY CONSTRUCTED DETACHED STONE FRONTED DOUBLE GARAGE
22'10" x 21'9" with twin sectional style remote controlled up and over doors to the front. Light and power. UPVC sealed unit double glazed window to the rear. Side pedestrian access door.
The property is surrounded by the most magnificent landscaped gardens that require a first hand inspection in order to be fully appreciated enjoying a high level of privacy with mature trees and hedging to the perimeter whilst also having superb southerly views over the town to the south. To the front there is a good sized lawn with rockery/rose border, a wide variety of trees, well stocked borders and a pond with water feature providing a delightful sitting area. A gravel pathway leads through the trees to a useful, concealed metal storage shed with compost area beyond. There is a large south facing patio to the front elevation also having superb views. To the rear there is a delightful pergola with mature wisteria and steps leading up to a further lawned garden with 16' greenhouse, vegetable beds and a good sized timber garden shed.
SERVICES All mains services are installed.
Please note we have not been able to test the equipment or installations in this property and recommend that prospective purchasers arrange for a qualified person to check any appliances before entering into any commitment.
VIEWING Strictly by arrangement with HARRISON BOOTHMAN. All potential viewers are advised to read a copy of our PRIVACY POLICY which can be found on our website. Alternatively a written copy is available on request.
Tel: Skipton 799993
Any floor plans are provided for informational and illustrative purposes only. Although we endeavour to provide truthful representation, we do not in any way warrant the accuracy of the floor plan information and the floor plan layout and measurements may contain errors and omissions. We are not liable for and do not accept any liability relating to any loss or damage suffered as a direct or indirect result of use of any information on the floor plan. The extent of the property and its boundaries are subject to verification by inspection of the title deeds.
These particulars were prepared from observation together with information supplied by the Vendor. We have not carried out a detailed professional survey.
Ref: SS10062021
If you are thinking of selling your property HARRISON BOOTHMAN will be pleased to provide a FREE VALUATION for sale purposes.
These particulars do not constitute an offer or contract of sale.
Any prospective purchaser should satisfy themselves by inspection of the property.