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See how verdicts work5-bedroom house · HG5 9AU
Sold STCReduced £45k (−7.6%) on 30 AugListed 170 days
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About
Handsome and substantial (2,100sqft), 5 bedroom, 3 reception, Grade II listed family home. Excellent gardens and detached garage. Superb location. Excellent potential to modernise.
General Description Dales & Shires Estate Agents are very pleased to offer for sale this attractive and charming, double fronted, Grade II listed period family home.
Ideally located close to attractions, amenities, riverside walks and transport links.
Features include: Exposed beams, sash windows, period fireplaces, high ceilings, plentiful natural light, spacious rooms and gas central heating.
We anticipate this property will appeal to a variety of discerning buyers, and we advise an early viewing to appreciate the size, space, layout, options, gardens, location, potential and value.
Property Summary The extensive and adaptable accommodation includes 3 reception rooms, plus a dining kitchen, impressive hallway and landing, 5 bedrooms, bathroom and en-suite.
There is scope to combine/adapt beds 3-5. Externally, there are family-sized, enclosed, sunny gardens to the rear, with a detached garage (26’11" long) and an additional ‘secret’ garden area.
Location This established and desirable location is particularly convenient, with a wide array of amenities and attractions just a short walk away – including the railway station, viaduct, riverside walks, pubs, restaurants and town centre shops.
Knaresborough also has supermarkets and larger retail outlets at St James Retail Park.
Harrogate is also just a few minutes drive away, offering a wide array of shops, amenities and tourist attractions.
York, Leeds, Ripon and Wetherby are also easily accessible, along with attractive countryside.
This area has often featured as one of the best places to live in the UK, and is popular with residents and tourists.
This location is also an ideal base for commuters, with excellent road and rail links. Directions Sat Nav location: HG5 9AU.
Ground Floor A large, central entrance door and inner lobby lead into: Sitting Room (15' 10'' x 14' 10'' (4.82m x 4.52m)) An ideal family and relaxing space with front window and fireplace.
Hall (15' 10'' x 7' 0'' (4.82m x 2.13m)) An impressive central hallway with wide staircase, side window and understairs cupboard.
Lounge (16' 5'' x 15' 10'' (5.00m x 4.82m)) A large and more formal lounge, with two side windows and an additional door to the garden.
Dining Room (14' 11'' x 10' 11'' (4.54m x 3.32m)) Formal dining room with front and side windows and fireplace.
Kitchen (16' 8'' x 16' 3'' (5.08m x 4.95m) max.) A large, family-sized dining kitchen with handmade kitchen units, plenty of natural light, space for a range cooker, pantry and rear door to the garden.
Door and steps to: Cellar A 2-room cellar (under the lounge), currently used for coal storage and housing the utility meters. First Floor Large central landing with side window.
Bedroom One (16' 7'' x 14' 2'' (5.05m x 4.31m) plus alcoves.) A very large bedroom with high ceiling, side and rear widows and fireplace.
Bedroom Two (16' 7'' x 12' 8'' (5.05m x 3.86m) max.) Large double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and folding door to: En-Suite (7' 4'' x 4' 9'' (2.23m x 1.45m)) Modern suite with walk in shower and side window.
Bedroom Three (15' 1'' x 10' 7'' (4.59m x 3.22m)) Double bedroom with front window and fireplace. Bedroom Four (15' 1'' x 7' 1'' (4.59m x 2.16m)) Double bedroom with front window.
Bedroom Five (10' 8'' x 8' 4'' (3.25m x 2.54m)) Single sized room with front window. Bathroom (7' 9'' x 6' 7'' (2.36m x 2.01m)) Free-standing bath suite. Rear window.
Outside Ornate curved front garden. To the rear is an enclosed, established, generously sized garden, with lawn, seating area and fruit trees.
The garden enjoys direct sunlight for most of the day, and is a haven for wildlife. Beyond the garage is an additional ‘secret’ garden area, ideal for further seating or cultivation.
Garage (26' 11'' x 11' 5'' (8.20m x 3.48m) max) Single width garage with doors and windows to both sides.
It can comfortably accommodate a large car and workshop area, or potentially 2 shorter cars, garden machinery and bikes etc. The structure and roof does require some maintenance.
Agent’s Notes To book a viewing, to ask any questions, or to make an offer, you are very welcome to contact us 7 days a week by phone or email. We are the exclusive selling agent for this property.
Viewings are by appointment only. Like Our Details? Thinking Of Selling? If you are selling a property, we would love to hear from you.
We have over 25 years of experience in property sales, and can handle any type of residential property or land.
We have particular expertise in selling period property, individual homes, niche, lifestyle and specialist properties (e.g. Equestrian, Grade II listed, rural, guest houses, land and coastal).
Please call us for a friendly initial chat about our services and how we can help with selling your own property. Where We Cover: Dales & Shires is an independent, Yorkshire based estate agency.
We are particularly experienced in selling period property and village/rural homes.
We cover a large geographical area – selling successfully throughout all parts of Yorkshire and surrounding areas (including Cumbria, County Durham, Lincolnshire, Derbyshire, Lancashire and Northumberland).
We can assist clients with properties in all types of location, from towns and cities, to villages, rural hamlets and coastal areas.
Our Service & Fees: We provide a very personal and dedicated service to our clients. We offer free valuations and marketing advice, without a pushy sales pitch.
We are straight talking, straight forward, and we provide clients with a pleasant and transparent service.
Our sales fee is competitive (typically 1%+VAT) and we work on a ‘no-sale no-fee’ basis, with no long contract tie-ins and no hidden extra charges.
Clients enjoy excellent marketing, successful sales and a friendly service from our very experienced and dedicated staff. Call us or visit our website for further details.
To view this property, or to arrange a free valuation appraisal of your own property, you can contact us 7 days a week by phone or email.
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