45 Rutland Drive, Harrogate, HG1 2NX

An exceptional six-bedroom detached residence located within the highly regarded Duchy area of Harrogate.

Originally dating from the early 1900s, the property has been comprehensively renovated and sympathetically extended to provide over 4,600 sq ft of beautifully appointed accommodation, finished to an outstanding standard throughout standing in generous sized south facing family lawned gardens sitting behind wrought iron double electric gates on the highly regarded Duchy Estate.

The current owners have carefully combined period character with contemporary design, creating a superb family home offering generous living spaces, a practical three-floor layout and stylish interiors ideally suited to modern living.

Set behind electric gates, the property occupies a substantial plot and benefits from a beautifully landscaped south-facing rear garden providing excellent privacy and a peaceful outdoor retreat.

The Duchy remains one of Harrogate’s most prestigious residential neighbourhoods, renowned for its elegant architecture, tree-lined avenues and convenient access to the town centre, excellent schools and green open spaces.

Steps lead to a covered entrance porch opening into an impressive reception hall featuring half-height wall panelling, a turned staircase and herringbone parquet flooring with underfloor heating extending across much of the ground floor.

The elegant living room enjoys a splay bay window overlooking the front garden and centres around a contemporary feature fireplace, while a guest WC is conveniently positioned off the hallway.

Bespoke internal doors open into the heart of the home - a stunning open-plan living kitchen designed for both family life and entertaining.

This expansive space is filled with natural light from sliding doors, skylights and dual-aspect windows, with direct access onto the rear garden.

The bespoke shaker-style kitchen incorporates integrated appliances, granite worktops and a substantial central island with breakfast bar seating.

The adjoining dining area comfortably accommodates eight to ten guests, creating an ideal setting for everyday living and social occasions alike.

A versatile second reception room, currently arranged as a games room with a log-burning stove, sits just off this space, while a well-appointed boot room with external side access completes the ground floor.

The first floor features a spacious and light-filled landing leading to three generous double bedrooms.

Two luxurious principal suites benefit from dressing rooms, high-quality en-suite bathrooms and French doors opening onto twin balconies overlooking the rear garden.

A third double bedroom includes an en-suite shower room and bay window to the front, and a separate home office/study provides an ideal workspace for modern lifestyles.

Externally, electric gates open onto a block-paved driveway providing ample parking for several vehicles alongside lawned areas and mature planted borders.

An electric vehicle charging point is installed.

The excellent south-facing rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn and enclosed by established hedging, creating a secure and private environment ideal for families.

Stone-flagged and decked seating areas provide attractive spaces for outdoor dining and relaxation, including a covered deck offering shelter throughout the year.

At the far end of the garden, a raised decked terrace provides an additional seating area, while a detached garden room offers flexible studio accommodation together with storage and dedicated bike storage.

EPC Rating: C Location Rutland Drive is situated within the prestigious Duchy area of Harrogate, one of the town’s most sought-after residential locations, renowned for its attractive period homes, leafy avenues and peaceful surroundings.

The property enjoys convenient access to Harrogate town centre, offering an excellent range of independent shops, restaurants, cafés and amenities, together with highly regarded schools and strong transport links.

Nearby green spaces include Valley Gardens and the historic Harrogate Turkish Baths, while scenic countryside walks through the Crimple Valley are also easily accessible, providing an ideal balance of town and country living.

Garden Beautiful, enclosed south-facing rear garden with incredibly well-maintained lawn, patio and covered seating area. Parking - Driveway Spacious driveway positioned behind grand electric gates.