Manor House Cottage, Adel, Leeds, West Yorkshire

Occupying a peaceful "semi-backwater" courtyard style setting amongst a handful of character properties, this very charming yet well proportioned and extended stone-built cottage is a most outstanding purchasing opportunity with the benefit of NO CHAIN! Hidden from the main thoroughfare of Long Causeway, this small group of properties is approached via a private road entered between two stone gate pillars and they enjoy a pleasant and peaceful environment.

Entering the property from the side elevation, the Reception Hall has engineered oak flooring which extends through into a very pleasant and light Relaxation Area, ideal for watching TV or reading etc. There is a multi-pane door leading in to the Lounge which has a more traditional but light atmosphere, having a window to the front and presented with an attractive cast iron fireplace, with tiled inserts and hearth, and a timber surround.

A further multi-pane door leads to the now second Kitchen which is fully fitted with a range of wall and base cabinets with working surfaces over, incorporating a sink and drainer beneath a window to the front elevation. Complemented by tiled splash backs and a tiled floor, there is provision and space for an electric oven and plumbing is provided for an automatic washing machine - this room now has number of potential uses to suit individual requirements and, therefore creating flexibility in the layout for the new owner!

Back in the Relaxation Area there is a wide aperture into the extended ground floor space which incorporates a superb Dining Kitchen which has a vaulted ceiling incorporating four Velux windows which, combined with the bi-folding patio doors looking on to the garden provide excellent natural light - the two areas combined are ideal for entertaining or family gatherings etc! The Dining Kitchen is fitted with a very smart, modern range of white, high gloss wall and base cabinets with contrasting dark granite working surface over incorporating an undermounted one and a half bowl sink with Quooker hot water tap and a Siemens Induction Hob with an extractor filter hood above. Integrated appliances include Miele side by side eye level ovens and a matching, eye level, Miele coffee maker, dishwasher and under counter fridge and freezer. This lovely space is further complemented by a tiled floor with the benefit of underfloor heating.

The ground floor also had the benefit of a useful downstairs Shower Room fitted with a white three-piece suite comprising shower enclosure with tiled interior, vanity wash basin and cabinets and a low-suite WC, complemented by a heated tiled floor. This room also houses the Worcester Bosch central heating boiler.

A staircase with spindled balustrade leads from the Lounge to the First Floor Landing which has a velux window for natural light. There are three double bedrooms and the Master would be considered to be of very good size and has the advantage of a window to the front and a larger velux window to the rear, and a small fireplace (display) provides a focal point. The House Bathroom is of very generous size and is fitted with a five-piece suite comprising a panelled bath, shower enclosure with tiled interior, pedestal wash basin, bidet, and there is a window to the rear and access to a boarded under eaves storage area.

OUTSIDE

To the front of the property there is a small cottage garden and a cobbled area providing additional parking space for a visitor etc. The drive for the property, leading to the parking area and garage runs beneath the third bedroom - the neighbouring property to the right also has a right of access over this drive. There is space for parking one car at the rear and there is provision for turning. The TANDEM DOUBLE GARAGE is semi-detached with a motorised roller door, has light and power and is approximately 40+ m2 - ideal for a car enthusiast or for hobbies/storage etc.

There is a private patio area adjacent to the rear of the house, accessed via the bi-folding patio doors in Kitchen which is ideal for outdoor relaxation. A well stocked cottage garden extends away from the house before reaching a larger garden which is predominantly laid to lawn and would even suite children's ball games if required. There is also a personal door into the side of the garage for convenience.

ACCOMMODATION

The accommodation benefits from gas fired central heating radiators. All room sizes and measurements quoted are approximate.

AMENITIES

MANOR HOUSE COTTAGE is within relatively easy walking distance of open countryside and a short drive from renowned local golf courses. It is also ideally placed for comfortable daily commuting, by car, to the commercial centres of Leeds and Bradford and also the former spa towns of Harrogate and Ilkley. There are regular public transport facilities to Leeds city centre, via the vibrant area of Headingley and the university, on the nearby Otley Road - which is only several minutes walking distance from this property. In the other direction, also on Otley Road, there are bus services to the historic, active market town of Otley and the former spa town of Ilkley with connections to Skipton market town.

There is a Co-op with post office facility as well as restaurants and a fish and chip shop and all of which are about 15 minutes walk. There is also a Wild Bean Café and Marks and Spencer's mini food store less than 20 minutes walk. More extensive shopping facilities can be found at Headingley, Horsforth, Moortown and Meanwood (offering a choice of supermarkets including Sainsbury's, Waitrose and Morrisons) and all of which are within approximately 10 minutes drive. The famous Golden Acre Park is about five minutes drive and also on a bus route from Otley Road and Leeds Bradford Airport is approximately a 15 minute drive. Holt Park Centre includes an enlarged Asda supermarket and also "Holt Park Active" Leisure Centre with swimming pool and sports hall and adjacent library and is about a mile away. There are VERY POPULAR PRIMARY SCHOOLS in Adel as well as Ralph Thoresby Secondary School which is at Holt Park.

3D VIRTUAL TOUR

Before arranging a full internal inspection of this home, we urge you to take a look at our state of the art 3D virtual tour of the property which gives you the opportunity to have an unrestricted viewing from a distance. There is even a tool which will allow you to take measurements!

VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS

Strictly by appointment and registration with agents Walker Smale. Please telephone Option 1, and afford us as much notice as possible.

PLEASE NOTE

The extent of the property and its boundaries is subject to verification by an inspection of the deeds.

Small Flying Freehold in the main bedroom will be pointed out at the time of inspection (1.7m x 4.89m - less than 10% of the overall accommodation), this should not be an issue for most lenders).