House For Sale £1,800,000
Shaw Lane, Leeds LS6

Glebe House is a unique property rich in history, one of the best presented period homes on the market in Leeds right now. Offering over 4,000 Sqft and a large 0.5 Acre plot-this is a special opportunity.

Expertly restored and perfectly presented, rarely does such a superb condition period property come to the market.

"Glebelands" (as it was then known) was built in 1875 for wealthy businessman Charles Turner Bentfield. It has changed hands but 3 times in the last century (1952, 1976, 2000).

Glebe House is just off of Shaw Lane, on the corner of Glebelands Drive and externally, a gated entrance leads up the driveway to a double garage, side garden, lots of space for off street parking and a large, lawned garden to the front of the property, which is protected by mature trees, giving privacy to the property from Shaw Lane. The gardens are predominantly south facing but the property does get lots of sunshine all day long. There is also access externally to a large cellar with full height ceilings which provides excellent ancillary storage space.

The restoration, by the current owner has included a recent full redecoration of the house, restoration of the hall floor with handmade encaustic tiles recreated by the original makers Craven Dunill of Jackfield, Shropshire and marvellous stained glass windows over the main staircase. Ashlar stone features along side sandstone, timber framed windows, tall stone chimneys, ornate finials and decorative gables. In addition, the vendor replaced the main roof and bay roofs in 2022.

Internally, a magnificent original door set, divides the external porch from a stunning entrance hallway with original fire place, tiled flooring and a grand staircase, which is overlooked by an original stained glass feature window which depicts the four seasons. This hallway grants access to two large reception rooms to the font of the property, both packed with period features which have been retained and show the decadent history of this home, including a marble fire place and over 11' floor to ceiling heights.

To the rear of the property, there is a large breakfast kitchen with integrated appliances, a falcon range cooker and granite work tops. The ground floor also offers a house bathroom and guest apartment to the rear with kitchenette, en suite bedroom and living room, all benefitting from an entrance to the rear of the home, ideal for family's looking to give independence to some members or alternatively generate an income.

Upstairs, five generous double bedrooms are complimented by a house bathroom, utility room and further kitchenette, which can easily be repurposed to create an additional bathroom.

REASONS TO BUY

. Perfectly presented and restored period home
. Up to 7 Double bedrooms
. Set within a 0.5 Acre plot
. Private South facing lawned garden
. Double garage and a wealth of off street parking
. Bespoke kitchen with granite worktops
. Large 11' ceilings and lots of natural light
. Chain Free

ENVIRONS

Headingley is one of Leeds' most vibrant, lively and sought after suburbs. Boasting some of the most famous pubs in Leeds, The Oak and The Skyrack as well as countless bars, restaurants, shops and supermarkets as well as Headingly Stadium, home of the Leeds Rhinos and Yorkshire Cricket Club. Headingley is very popular with the student community of Leeds and truly one of the most interesting and exciting places to live in Leeds. There are also excellent transport links to surrounding areas including Leeds City Centre which is only a short distance away.

SERVICES

We are advised that the property has mains water, electricity and drainage along with Gas powered central heating.

LOCAL AUTHORITY

Leeds

TENURE

We are advised that the property is freehold and that vacant possession will be granted upon legal completion. Chain Free.

VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS

Strictly through the selling agent-Monroe Estate Agents.