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Floorplan
Map2 bedroom terraced house
Study
Terraced house
2 beds
2 baths
Key information
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Ask agent
Features and description
- Truly Charming & Highly Desirable
- Unique & Elegant Period Cottage
- Dates From 1820s
- Deceptively Large South-East Facing Garden & Off Street Parking
- Heart Of Ilkley Town Centre
- Two Double Bedroom, Two Bathroom
- Entrance Hall & Cloakroom
- Sitting Room, Dining Room & Orangery
- Basement With Wine Cellar & Utility Area
- Period Features Including Exposed Beams, Stonework and Fireplaces.
A TRULY CHARMING AND HIGHLY DESIRABLE PERIOD COTTAGE AFFORDING ELEGANT ACCOMMODATION WITH A DECEPTIVELY LARGE SOUTH-EAST FACING PRIVATE GARDEN, ALL WITHIN A SHORT STROLL OF THE GROVE
This much admired period cottage dates from the 1820s and retains many endearing period features including exposed beams, stonework and fireplaces. The elegant accommodation comprises an entrance hall, cloakroom, well equipped kitchen, sitting room with stunning original fireplace, dining room and orangery to the ground floor whilst at basement level there is a versatile storage room, wine cellar and utility area. To the first floor is a double bedroom with additional storage, further double bedroom with en suite shower room and a house bathroom. The cottage benefits from a beautiful and deceptively large garden to the rear, with an access gate leading onto Kingsway Drive and an off-road parking space to the front. The location cannot be faulted being quietly situated, yet only a few minutes’ walk from The Grove. In all, a truly exceptional and totally unique property that warrants early viewing!
Ilkley is proud to be voted The Sunday Times Best Place to Live in the UK 2022, for its top schools, interesting independent shops and restaurants, its spectacular scenery and convenient rail links. The judges were impressed by sports clubs and the opportunities they offer for young people and the energetic community spirit: volunteering is a big part of life in Ilkley and the town's lovely cinema and thriving market were all launched by the local residents. Situated within the heart of the Wharfe Valley, surrounded by the famous Moors to the south and the River Wharfe to the north, Ilkley is regarded as an ideal base for the Leeds/Bradford commuter. A regular train service runs from the town to both cities. The delightful accommodation has GAS FIRED CENTRAL HEATING and SEALED UNIT DOUBLE GLAZING and with approximate room sizes, comprises:-
GROUND FLOOR
ENTRANCE HALL 5'4" x 4'6" (1.63m x 1.37m)
Accessed via a large, original solid wood door, a very welcoming entrance hall with an archway leading to the kitchen.
CLOAKROOM 5'5" x 3' (1.65m x 0.91m)
Including a low suite wc, pedestal hand wash basin and wall mounted mirrored medicine cabinet. Sash window to the front elevation.
KITCHEN 13'5" x 7'7" (4.1m x 2.3m)
A cottage style kitchen comprising a range of base and wall units with Granite work surfaces, concealed lighting and composite one and a half bowl sink. Appliances include a Rosiers range cooker with four ring gas hob and additional hot plate with Rosiers hood over and metal splashback, Fisher & Paykel dual drawer dishwasher, space for a microwave oven and space for a fridge freezer. Wooden beam. Stone flooring with electric underfloor heating. Sash window to the front elevation. Archway opening into:
SITTING ROOM 15'8" x 14' Max (4.78m x 4.27m Max)
An elegant reception room with feature stone fireplace housing a generous log burning stove, with a stone hearth. To either side of the fireplace are recessed alcoves with wooden beams and exposed wooden beams to the ceiling. A pair of glazed doors lead into the orangery. Opening into:
DINING ROOM 16'10" x 15'7" Max (5.13m x 4.75m Max)
Leading from the sitting room is a central staircase up to the first floor level and an internal sash window looks into the orangery. The stunning entertaining space features a stone fireplace with an additional alcove to one side. A further pair of glazed doors lead into;
ORANGERY 22'9" x 12'2" (6.93m x 3.7m)
A large, light and airy orangery which has been added by the current owners, with a gas stove, roof light windows and windows to the rear having a delightful outlook to the rear gardens. A pair of glazed French doors lead to the rear patio and garden. Underfloor heating.
FIRST FLOOR
LANDING
A split level landing with storage cupboards above the staircase.
BEDROOM ONE 15'6" x 13'3" (4.72m x 4.04m)
A spacious double bedroom with a range of fitted wardrobes. A pair of wardrobe doors open into:
HIDDEN STORAGE ROOM 9'"x 3'3" (2.74m"x 1m)
A very useful store room which could be used as an additional dressing room. Loft hatch.
BEDROOM TWO 15'6" x 12'1" (4.72m x 3.68m)
A further double bedroom with a range of fitted wardrobes and sash window to the rear elevation. Steps lead down to:
EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM 7'11" x 5'6" (2.41m x 1.68m)
Including a corner hydro-massage shower cubicle with rainfall shower, water body jets and seat, hand wash basin with cupboard beneath and low suite wc. Illuminated mirror, wall mounted mirrored medicine cabinet and heated towel rail. Painted beam and decorative tile effect flooring. Sash window to the front elevation.
BATHROOM 12'4" x 7'7" (3.76m x 2.3m)
A white suite including a jacuzzi bath, a hydro-massage corner shower cubicle with rainfall shower, water body jets and seat, hand wash basin with drawers beneath and low suite wc. Chrome heated towel rail and fitted storage cuoboard housing the gas fired central heating boiler. Painted beam.
BASEMENT 11'5" x 9'8" (3.48m x 2.95m)
A versatile space which is currently being used as a home office and was formerly an occasional room.
UTILITY AREA 11'5" x 4'2" (3.48m x 1.27m)
A very useful space including a range of base and wall units with a stainless steel sink, plumbing for a washing machine and space for a tumble dryer.
WINE CELLAR 11'4" x 8'2" (3.45m x 2.5m)
A further storage area.
OUTSIDE
OFF ROAD PARKING
A block paved driveway provides off road parking for one vehicle. Additional on street permit parking.
GARDENS
To the front of the property, from the parking area stone steps lead down to a gravelled pathway, which has pedestrian access over and a courtyard garden with access to the front door. Log store. To the rear of the property is a tranquil, private and deceptively spacious south-east facing garden including a flagged seating area, illuminated block paved pathway leading to the bottom of the garden, astroturf seating area, pond, shrubs and mature trees. Summer house and four wooden sheds. Pedestrian access gate onto Kingsway Drive. Water tap.
VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS
Strictly by prior appointment with Dale Eddison's Ilkley office.
PLEASE NOTE
The extent of the property and its boundaries are subject to verification by inspection of the title deeds. The measurements in these particulars are approximate and have been provided for guidance purposes only. The fixtures, fittings and appliances have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. The internal photographs used in these particulars are reproduced for general information and it cannot be inferred that any item is included in the sale.
LOCATION
From Dale Eddison's Ilkley office proceed along The Grove in a westwards direction and at the Memorial Gardens bear left into Grove Road and then immediately right into Kings Road. Proceeding up Kings Road take the third turning right into Westville Road. 4 Yewcroft is located on the right hand side.
TENURE
We understand the property to be Freehold.
COUNCIL TAX
City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council Tax Band E. For further details on Bradford Council Tax Charges please visit or telephone them on[use Contact Agent Button].
MONEY LAUNDERING, TERRORIST FINANCING AND TRANSFER OF FUNDS REGULATIONS 2017
Money Laundering Regulations (Introduced June 2017). To enable us to comply with the expanded Money Laundering Regulations we are required to obtain identification from prospective buyers once a price and terms have been agreed on a purchase. Buyers are asked to please assist with this so that there is no delay in agreeing a sale. Please note the property will not be marked as sold subject to contract until appropriate identification has been provided.
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Linley and Simpson Sales Limited and Dale Eddison Limited are Introducer Appointed Representatives of Mortgage Advice Bureau Limited and Mortgage Advice Bureau (Derby) Limited who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. We routinely refer buyers to Mortgage Advice Bureau Limited. We receive a maximum of £30 per referral.
This much admired period cottage dates from the 1820s and retains many endearing period features including exposed beams, stonework and fireplaces. The elegant accommodation comprises an entrance hall, cloakroom, well equipped kitchen, sitting room with stunning original fireplace, dining room and orangery to the ground floor whilst at basement level there is a versatile storage room, wine cellar and utility area. To the first floor is a double bedroom with additional storage, further double bedroom with en suite shower room and a house bathroom. The cottage benefits from a beautiful and deceptively large garden to the rear, with an access gate leading onto Kingsway Drive and an off-road parking space to the front. The location cannot be faulted being quietly situated, yet only a few minutes’ walk from The Grove. In all, a truly exceptional and totally unique property that warrants early viewing!
Ilkley is proud to be voted The Sunday Times Best Place to Live in the UK 2022, for its top schools, interesting independent shops and restaurants, its spectacular scenery and convenient rail links. The judges were impressed by sports clubs and the opportunities they offer for young people and the energetic community spirit: volunteering is a big part of life in Ilkley and the town's lovely cinema and thriving market were all launched by the local residents. Situated within the heart of the Wharfe Valley, surrounded by the famous Moors to the south and the River Wharfe to the north, Ilkley is regarded as an ideal base for the Leeds/Bradford commuter. A regular train service runs from the town to both cities. The delightful accommodation has GAS FIRED CENTRAL HEATING and SEALED UNIT DOUBLE GLAZING and with approximate room sizes, comprises:-
GROUND FLOOR
ENTRANCE HALL 5'4" x 4'6" (1.63m x 1.37m)
Accessed via a large, original solid wood door, a very welcoming entrance hall with an archway leading to the kitchen.
CLOAKROOM 5'5" x 3' (1.65m x 0.91m)
Including a low suite wc, pedestal hand wash basin and wall mounted mirrored medicine cabinet. Sash window to the front elevation.
KITCHEN 13'5" x 7'7" (4.1m x 2.3m)
A cottage style kitchen comprising a range of base and wall units with Granite work surfaces, concealed lighting and composite one and a half bowl sink. Appliances include a Rosiers range cooker with four ring gas hob and additional hot plate with Rosiers hood over and metal splashback, Fisher & Paykel dual drawer dishwasher, space for a microwave oven and space for a fridge freezer. Wooden beam. Stone flooring with electric underfloor heating. Sash window to the front elevation. Archway opening into:
SITTING ROOM 15'8" x 14' Max (4.78m x 4.27m Max)
An elegant reception room with feature stone fireplace housing a generous log burning stove, with a stone hearth. To either side of the fireplace are recessed alcoves with wooden beams and exposed wooden beams to the ceiling. A pair of glazed doors lead into the orangery. Opening into:
DINING ROOM 16'10" x 15'7" Max (5.13m x 4.75m Max)
Leading from the sitting room is a central staircase up to the first floor level and an internal sash window looks into the orangery. The stunning entertaining space features a stone fireplace with an additional alcove to one side. A further pair of glazed doors lead into;
ORANGERY 22'9" x 12'2" (6.93m x 3.7m)
A large, light and airy orangery which has been added by the current owners, with a gas stove, roof light windows and windows to the rear having a delightful outlook to the rear gardens. A pair of glazed French doors lead to the rear patio and garden. Underfloor heating.
FIRST FLOOR
LANDING
A split level landing with storage cupboards above the staircase.
BEDROOM ONE 15'6" x 13'3" (4.72m x 4.04m)
A spacious double bedroom with a range of fitted wardrobes. A pair of wardrobe doors open into:
HIDDEN STORAGE ROOM 9'"x 3'3" (2.74m"x 1m)
A very useful store room which could be used as an additional dressing room. Loft hatch.
BEDROOM TWO 15'6" x 12'1" (4.72m x 3.68m)
A further double bedroom with a range of fitted wardrobes and sash window to the rear elevation. Steps lead down to:
EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM 7'11" x 5'6" (2.41m x 1.68m)
Including a corner hydro-massage shower cubicle with rainfall shower, water body jets and seat, hand wash basin with cupboard beneath and low suite wc. Illuminated mirror, wall mounted mirrored medicine cabinet and heated towel rail. Painted beam and decorative tile effect flooring. Sash window to the front elevation.
BATHROOM 12'4" x 7'7" (3.76m x 2.3m)
A white suite including a jacuzzi bath, a hydro-massage corner shower cubicle with rainfall shower, water body jets and seat, hand wash basin with drawers beneath and low suite wc. Chrome heated towel rail and fitted storage cuoboard housing the gas fired central heating boiler. Painted beam.
BASEMENT 11'5" x 9'8" (3.48m x 2.95m)
A versatile space which is currently being used as a home office and was formerly an occasional room.
UTILITY AREA 11'5" x 4'2" (3.48m x 1.27m)
A very useful space including a range of base and wall units with a stainless steel sink, plumbing for a washing machine and space for a tumble dryer.
WINE CELLAR 11'4" x 8'2" (3.45m x 2.5m)
A further storage area.
OUTSIDE
OFF ROAD PARKING
A block paved driveway provides off road parking for one vehicle. Additional on street permit parking.
GARDENS
To the front of the property, from the parking area stone steps lead down to a gravelled pathway, which has pedestrian access over and a courtyard garden with access to the front door. Log store. To the rear of the property is a tranquil, private and deceptively spacious south-east facing garden including a flagged seating area, illuminated block paved pathway leading to the bottom of the garden, astroturf seating area, pond, shrubs and mature trees. Summer house and four wooden sheds. Pedestrian access gate onto Kingsway Drive. Water tap.
VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS
Strictly by prior appointment with Dale Eddison's Ilkley office.
PLEASE NOTE
The extent of the property and its boundaries are subject to verification by inspection of the title deeds. The measurements in these particulars are approximate and have been provided for guidance purposes only. The fixtures, fittings and appliances have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. The internal photographs used in these particulars are reproduced for general information and it cannot be inferred that any item is included in the sale.
LOCATION
From Dale Eddison's Ilkley office proceed along The Grove in a westwards direction and at the Memorial Gardens bear left into Grove Road and then immediately right into Kings Road. Proceeding up Kings Road take the third turning right into Westville Road. 4 Yewcroft is located on the right hand side.
TENURE
We understand the property to be Freehold.
COUNCIL TAX
City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council Tax Band E. For further details on Bradford Council Tax Charges please visit or telephone them on[use Contact Agent Button].
MONEY LAUNDERING, TERRORIST FINANCING AND TRANSFER OF FUNDS REGULATIONS 2017
Money Laundering Regulations (Introduced June 2017). To enable us to comply with the expanded Money Laundering Regulations we are required to obtain identification from prospective buyers once a price and terms have been agreed on a purchase. Buyers are asked to please assist with this so that there is no delay in agreeing a sale. Please note the property will not be marked as sold subject to contract until appropriate identification has been provided.
FINANCIAL SERVICES
Linley and Simpson Sales Limited and Dale Eddison Limited are Introducer Appointed Representatives of Mortgage Advice Bureau Limited and Mortgage Advice Bureau (Derby) Limited who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. We routinely refer buyers to Mortgage Advice Bureau Limited. We receive a maximum of £30 per referral.
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