House For Sale £450,000
The Gables, Clayton Lane, Clayton

The Gables is a stunning Grade II Listed property originally built by a local wool merchant, Joseph Benn, one of three partners of J Benn and Co, and was completed in 1888 for Alfred Benn. Formerly one residence, the property has since been divided to create two substantial dwellings.
This truly unique home boasts an entrance hall, two spacious reception rooms, generous kitchen with the addition of a snug and WC to the ground floor as well as access to two cellar rooms.
The first-floor galleried landing with a beautiful stained-glass window provides access to the spacious principal bedroom with an en-suite shower room, house bathroom and second bedroom. To the second floor, three further bedrooms and additional shower room.
Externally, remote operated wrought iron gates provide access to a sweeping tarmacadam driveway with a double garage providing ample off-road parking. Within the grounds there is an elevated garden accessed via Yorkshire Stone steps with a spacious lawn, decked area, and outhouse with a hot tub.

Location - Clayton is a sought-after village location with good local schools, situated approximately 3 miles to the west of Bradford City centre. The area benefits from easy access to the National Rail Network via Bradford Interchange, Forster Square and Low Moor train stations. The main street of the village includes traditional pubs, several shops, churches and a nearby golf club and reservoir at Clayton Heights. The property is located just a short walk from both Clayton Cricket Club and Victoria Park.

General Information - The timber entrance door provides access into the vestibule with exposed stonework throughout. An internal door leads directly into the entrance hall which provides access to all ground floor rooms and an open staircase leading to the first floor. A convenient cloakroom benefits from a WC, wash hand basin and access to cellar rooms. Internally the property retains many original period features including ornate ceiling roses, moulded coving, skirting, dado, and picture rails throughout.
The spacious dining room enjoys large mullion windows to the side elevation and a gas coal effect fire with an additional stove featuring a solid marble hearth with a decorative fire surround. Dual archways lead through into the lounge with moulded gold coving, mullion window to the front and a solid marble surround with a coal effect gas fire, giving a cosy feel to the room mirroring that in the dining room.
Moving across to the kitchen enjoying a range of grey wall, base and drawer units with contrasting worksurfaces, stainless steel inset sink and drainage board, adjustable mixer tap, tiled splash backs, six ring gas hob, grill and oven set within the original stone fireplace. Features follow through the house including a large mullion window, decorative coving, and tiled flooring. Positioned off the kitchen is the snug as an additional living space, ideal for a home office or children's playroom with two Velux style skylights creating a light and airy feel in the room.
Progressing to the first floor onto the landing area with solid wood balustrade and spindles and a stained-glass window. The spacious principal bedroom has a bay window to the front elevation, coving and beneficial en-suite shower room. A further spacious double bedroom is situated to the rear of the property overlooking the garden area.
The main bathroom boasts a four piece suite comprising; WC, wash hand basin with vanity cupboard storage, freestanding bathtub with mixer tap, shower cubical with an overhead wall mounted shower and tiled splash backs, flooring, and a heated towel rail.
Progressing to the second floor where three further double bedrooms are situated along with a practical shower room meaning WCs are situated on all three floors. All bedrooms boast a Velux style skylight with the shower room benefitting from a three-piece suite including WC, wash hand basin and a shower cubical with an overhead wall mounted shower.

Externals - Remote operated wrought iron gates give access to a sweeping tarmacadam driveway which provides ample off-road parking. A double garage benefits from power and water points currently utilised as storage space but could be converted into separate accommodation subject to obtaining the relevant planning permissions. Yorkshire Stone steps give access to an enclosed elevated lawned garden surrounded by mature trees and additional decked area with an outhouse housing a hot tub.

Fixtures And Fittings - Only fixtures and fittings mentioned in the sales particulars are included in the sale.

Local Authority - Bradford, Band F.

Wayleaves, Easements And Rights Of Way - The sale is subject to all of these rights whether public or private, whether mentioned in these particulars or not.

Services - We understand that the property benefits from all mains services. Please note that none of the services have been tested by the agents, we would therefore strictly point out that all prospective purchasers must satisfy themselves as to their working order.

Tenure - Freehold.

Directions - From the centre of Bradford, head northwest on Prince's Way/A6181 toward Little Horton Lane then turn left onto Thornton Road/B6145. Continue forward until taking a left onto Longside Lane then a slight right onto Listerhills Road. At the roundabout, continue straight onto Legrams Lane. Continue onto Clayton Road, then again onto Bradford Road. At the roundabout, continue straight onto The Avenue. At the next roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Clayton Lane where the property can be found on your right hand side, to the left.

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Local Information - Nearest Stations:
Bradford Interchange 4.0 miles
Low Moor 4.5 miles

Nearest Schools:
Clayton Village Primary School 0.8 miles
Stocks Lane Primary School 1.1 miles
Trinity Academy Bradford 2.0 miles
Bradford Grammar School 5.0 miles

Motorway Network:
Junction 3, M606 4.0 miles
Junction 26, M62 6.3 miles