House For Sale £485,000
Leicester Crescent, Ilkley LS29

An exciting opportunity to purchase a very well presented and maintained, four double bedroom, recently extended, mid terraced property on the ever popular and highly regarded Leicester Crescent close to central Ilkley and all the amenities on offer. Within walking distance of excellent schools, riverside walks and the train station this is a fantastic, family home, one not to be missed.

One enters the property via a small, uPVC double glazed porch leading in turn to a generously proportioned lounge with box bay window and open fire with attractive, solid timber surround and stone hearth. A timber door with obscure glazing leads through to the real hub of this home, a fantastic, recently extended, living dining kitchen with double glazed patio doors leading out to the south facing garden and triple glazed roof window allowing ample natural light. The kitchen is fitted with a range of pale wood units with a range of appliances. There is ample room for a family dining table and one can imagine many happy times with family and friends here. To the first floor one finds two, good sized double bedrooms, the master having floor to ceiling fitted wardrobes, and the three-piece house bathroom. On the second floor there are two, further double bedrooms, both with exposed beams adding to the character of the property, and fitted cupboards to the landing providing useful storage. Outside the property enjoys a lovely, private, south facing garden with an area of level lawn and patio, ideal for al-fresco dining and entertaining. A timber shed provides storage.

Ilkley is a thriving, historical, Yorkshire town, occupying a beautiful setting amidst the unspoilt open countryside of Wharfedale with stunning scenery and the opportunity for rural pursuits. Ilkley boasts an excellent wide range of high-class shops, restaurants, cafés, pubs and everyday amenities including two supermarkets, health centre, library and Playhouse theatre and boutique cinema. llkley has excellent sports and social facilities, which include the Ilkley lido pool and sports clubs for rugby, tennis, golf, cricket, hockey and football. The town benefits from high achieving schools for all ages with both state and private education well catered for including Ilkley Grammar School. Ilkley is an ideal town for the commuter with frequent train services to Leeds and Bradford (around 35 minutes' commute), providing regular connections to London Kings Cross. Leeds Bradford International Airport is just over 11 miles away with national and international services. The property is within walking distance of Ilkley train station, excellent primary schools, Ilkley Grammar School, Ilkley Moor and the River Wharfe.

With GAS FIRED CENTRAL HEATING, DOUBLE GLAZING and approximate room sizes, the accommodation comprises as follows:

Ground Floor -

Entrance Porch - A half glazed composite door with uPVC double glazed windows opens into a small entrance porch. A timber door with decorative stained glass panel opens into a well proportioned lounge.

Lounge - 4.78 x 4.30 (15'8" x 14'1") - A spacious lounge with double glazed, box bay window allows ample natural light. An open fire with stone hearth and attractive, solid pine surround creates a lovely focal point to this room. Picture rail, coving, shelving to alcove, beautiful, solid maple flooring. A half glazed door leads through to a small hall way leading in turn to the extended, living dining kitchen.

Living Dining Kitchen - 7.32 max x 3.96 max (24'0" max x 12'11" max) - Wow! A recently extended, living dining kitchen to the rear of the property. Double glazed patio doors lead out to a delightful, south facing level garden. A triple glazed flat roof window and a further double glazed window in the kitchen allow ample natural light. The kitchen is fitted with a range of pale wood base and wall units with stainless steel handles, complementary work surfaces and tiled splashbacks. Appliances include electric oven, four ring gas hob with extractor over and there is space and plumbing for a washing machine and fridge freezer. Stainless steel sink with drainer and chrome mixer tap beneath a double glazed window overlooking the garden. Downlighting, wood effect Karndean flooring, contemporary styled, vertical radiator. In the dining area there is ample room for a large family dining table, this is a wonderful, sociable room, ideal for entertaining friends and family. Radiator, recessed fireplace with heavy stone lintel over. Picture rail, door into under stairs storage cupboard.

First Floor -

Landing - A carpeted staircase with hand rail and wall panelling leads up to a half landing. Further stairs lead to the first floor landing. A pine, sliding door opens into the three-piece house bathroom. Doors open into two double bedrooms.

Bedroom One - 3.96 x 3.63 (12'11" x 11'10") - A spacious double bedroom to the front elevation with a double glazed sash window. Carpeted flooring, picture rail, radiator. Wooden, floor to ceiling, fitted wardrobes incorporating drawers, rails and shelving.

Bedroom Two - 4.14 x 2.54 (13'6" x 8'3") - A lovely double bedroom to the rear of the property with a fantastic view up to Ilkley Moor. Carpeted flooring, radiator. Original cast iron fireplace, shelving to alcove.

House Bathroom - With low level w/c, pedestal hand basin with chrome mixer tap and panel, jacuzzi bath with thermostatic shower and folding glazed screen. Rustic, travertine wall and floor tiling, downlighting, single glazed window to rear. Recently installed, wall mounted, central heating boiler. Chrome, ladder style, heated towel rail.

Second Floor -

Landing - A second carpeted staircase with white timber balustrading leads up to the top floor landing. Doors open into two, further double bedrooms. Fitted cupboards provide useful storage.

Bedroom Three - 4.24 x 3.96 (13'10" x 12'11") - A generously proportioned double bedroom to the front elevation with double glazed window, carpeted flooring and radiator. Fitted wardrobe, downlighting, exposed beam.

Bedroom Four - 3.78 x 2.54 (12'4" x 8'3") - A good sized double bedroom to the rear of the house with a direct view up to Ilkley Moor and the iconic Cow and Cow Rocks. Double glazed Velux, carpeted flooring, radiator, cast iron fireplace. Exposed beam, wooden shelving to alcove.

Outside -

Garden - The property benefits from a delightful, south facing garden with a level area of lawn and paved patio, ideal for al-fresco dining and entertaining. Fencing maintains privacy, apple trees, borders with mature shrubs. A timber shed provides storage, a metal gate gives access to a quiet access lane. To the front the property is set back from the road with a flower bed and gravelled border, perfect for flowering plants and shrubs, behind low railings. A pathway leads to the entrance door.

Utilities And Services - The property benefits from mains gas, electricity and drainage.
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