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See how verdicts work5-bedroom house · LS29 9PY
Listing removedListed 195 days
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About
A handsome stone built terrace house offering spacious family accommodation retaining many appealing period features and appointed throughout to a very high standard.
The house, which was reroofed in 2013, occupies an extremely convenient setting within a short stroll of The Grove.
The property incorporates a welcoming hallway, a sitting room, dining room and an adjoining fitted kitchen whilst at lower ground floor level there is an excellent range of cellars with potential to create additional living space.
The upper floors include five bedrooms and two bathrooms. To the rear of the house is a generous level enclosed garden.
Ground Floor Reception Hall (5.03m x 2.18m (16'6" x 7'2")) With a panelled entrance door with stained glass features, moulded ceiling cornice and an elegant staircase leading to the upper floors.
Sitting Room (4.57m x 4.11m (15'0" x 13'6")) A feature stained glass bay window to the front elevation. Tiled interior fireplace with a slate surround and an open grate.
Moulded ceilng cornice and picture rail. Dining Room (4.70m x 3.91m (15'5" x 12'10")) With a log burning stove on a tiled hearth and having a cast iron surround. Fitted bookshelves.
Moulded ceiling cornice and picture rail.
Opening to: Adjoining Kitchen (3.61m x 2.92m (11'10" x 9'7")) With a range of fitted base and wall units incorporating cupboards, drawers and granite work surfaces.
Twin ovens and a gas hob with filter hood over. Fitted fridge and freezer. A large matching island unit includes extensive further cupboards, a sink with a mixer tap, and an integrated dishwasher.
Door to the rear of the property.
Lower Ground Floor Basement Hallway Leading to: Small Keeping Cellar (2.13m x 1.32m (7'0" x 4'4")) Store Cellar (4.72m x 3.81m (15'6" x 12'6")) With a door leading to the rear.
Laundry Cellar (3.66m x 2.74m (12'0" x 9'0")) With a wall mounted gas central heating boiler (installed 2019). Plumbing for an automatic washer and space for a dryer.
First Floor Landing With a useful store cupboard. Bedroom (4.72m x 3.81m (15'6" x 12'6")) With fitted wardrobes and a moulded ceiling cornice. Window overlooking the rear garden.
Bedroom (3.96m x 3.51m (13'0" x 11'6")) With a fitted wardrobe.
Bedroom (2.79m x 2.44m (9'2" x 8'0")) Bathroom With a modern white suite comprising a rolled top bath, large walk in shower cubicle, low suite wc and a pedestal wash basin. Limestone tiled floor.
Second Floor Spacious Landing/Sitting Area (3.84m x 2.84m (12'7" x 9'4")) With a Velux rooflight window. Bedroom (3.71m x 2.90m (12'2" x 9'6")) With two Velux rooflight windows.
Bedroom (3.89m x 3.05m (12'9" x 10'0")) With a large dormer window to the rear elevation. Bathroom With a modern white suite comprising a panelled bath, low suite wc and a pedestal wash basin.
Ceramic tiled floor. Velux rooflight window. Outside Gardens & Parking There is an easily managed cottage style garden to the front, featuring a Yorkshire stone patio and path.
To the rear of the property is a generous level garden, principally lawned with flower borders. There is vehicular access to the rear of the house and off-street parking for a large vehicle.
Ilkley Voted The Sunday Times Best Place to Live in the UK 2022, Ilkley is renowned for its top schools, interesting independent shops and restaurants, its spectacular scenery and convenient rail links.
Sports clubs offer excellent opportunities for young people and an energetic community spirit is at the heart of the town’s high repute.
Situated within the heart of the Wharfe Valley, surrounded by the famous Moors to the south and the River Wharfe to the north, Ilkley offers stunning natural beauty whilst still being a convenient base for the Leeds/Bradford/London commuter.
Council Tax City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council Tax Band E Mobile Signal/Coverage The mobile signal/coverage in this area can be verified via the following link: 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.
Offer Acceptance & Aml Regulations In accordance with the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017, and to comply with the expanded Money Laundering Regulations, we are required to obtain proof of how the property purchase will be financed, as well as valid identification from all prospective buyers.
Buyers are kindly asked to provide this information promptly to avoid any delay in agreeing the sale.
The cost for these checks is £30 per named buyer (inclusive of VAT), payable to the firm administering the money laundering id checks, Movebutler.
Please note that the property will not be marked as “sold subject to contract” until appropriate identification has been provided and all aml checks have been fully completed.
Tenure We are informed by the client/s that the property is Freehold.
Value & comps
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About 26, St. James Road, Ilkley
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