4 bedroom detached house for sale

Beck Bottom Manor occupies a lovely country setting, enjoying superb views over its own gardens and grounds and surrounding countryside beyond. Its location is ideal for those seeking semi rural living while still enjoying easy access to amenities in nearby towns. It is located about 5½ miles to the south west of Harrogate and 6 miles to the north east of Otley – both towns offer an extensive range of shopping and recreational facilities as well as schools for children of all ages. For the commuter, it is well positioned for easy access to the North and West Yorkshire business centres. There is a local railway station at Huby/Weeton (within 3 miles) which provides frequent services to Harrogate, Leeds and York and Leeds/Bradford International Airport is 7 miles to the south.

Beck Bottom Manor is an impressive detached property which was constructed in 1980 of stone under a blue slate roof. It has been the much loved family home to the current owners for almost 25 years and offers well planned accommodation with family living and entertaining very much in mind. The house sits beautifully within attractive landscaped gardens which lie to the front and rear with a 5 acre (2.02ha) paddock to the south and west, including West Beck and bordering woodland.

The accommodation is arranged over two floors and includes a spacious reception hall, superbly proportioned sitting room, study, dining room, conservatory, kitchen with an adjoining dining area, utility room and a cloakroom. On the first floor is a feature galleried landing, principal bedroom with an en suite bathroom, three additional bedrooms (one has an en suite bathroom) and a house bathroom. In addition, potential exists to convert the loft area, under permitted development rights, to a further two bedrooms, a sitting/study area and a bathroom, adding an additional 700 sqft (65sqm) of living space. Plans have been drawn up and copies are available on request.

In addition and situated just across the courtyard, there is a self contained flat which provides useful ancillary accommodation for visiting guests or relatives or which could alternatively be utilised for separate letting purposes. The accommodation is arranged over the first floor and includes a sitting room, kitchen, bedroom and a bathroom.

Outside the property is approached via a gated entrance with a tarmacadam drive leading to the double garage with additional parking for several vehicles. Adjoining the double garage is a further large garage/workshop with a separate stable/store to the rear.