Hereford Road, Harrogate, North Yorkshire

This beautifully presented and extended period home has handsome stone elevations and a wealth of characterful retained features, including bay and stained-glass windows, hightall, ornately corniced and moulded ceilings, dado rails, hardwood flooring and striking marble feature fireplaces. Offering a total of 2,612 sq. ft of light filled and flexible accommodation arranged over three floors.

A bright porch with mosaic floor tiles opens into the hallway with chequerboard monochrome marble tiled flooring, Lincrusta wall moulding paper and a stairway rising to the first floor. On the ground floor are three well-appointed reception rooms, including the front-facing sitting room with its bay window and an adjacent dining room both with gas fireplaces. The dining room overlooks the rear garden and from here, a peaceful morning room providing the ideal space to prepare for the day. The accommodation flows into a contemporary, extended kitchen with sky light and dual aspect flooding the room with plenty of natural light and a door to the terrace. It comprises a wide variety of tasteful neutral wall and base cabinetry and contrasting granite work surfaces, a breakfast bar and a range of modern Siemen integrated appliances with underfloor heating which continues into the hallway.

The first-floor landing flows into the luxurious family bathroom with a slipper bathtub, large vanity and walk-in shower, a separate cloakroom and to two generous and tasteful bedrooms with feature fireplaces and fitted wardrobes. On the second floor is a stylish shower room and a further three/four versatile bedrooms, one of which is currently being used as a study. The bathrooms have underfloor heating.

Services: Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage. Gas central heating. All windows have been double glazed. Solar panelling on both sides of the garage roof.

Outside
The property is set back with a picturesque front garden enclosed via neatly trimmed hedging featuring a well-maintained level lawn, colourful herbaceous planting and a block paved pathway flowing up to the front door. Its private rear garden enjoys a desirable south- westerly facing aspect, featuring a paved sun terrace followed by a section of lush level lawn, enclosed with arched fencing, trimmed hedging and some mature trees and shrubs. Further is the detached double garage with a boarded loft space, power and mains water. It has solar panels on both sides which currently provide revenue of over £1,500 per annum plus electricity savings.

Location
Residing in the Duchy Estate, one of Harrogate’s most sought-after addresses, the property is within walking distance of the town centre via Valley Gardens, Harlow Carr and through the Pinewoods. Harrogate boasts a wealth of fine Georgian and Victorian architecture, with excellent shopping, recreational and educational facilities close at hand, including the Hornbeam Business Park, Harrogate Cricket Club, Betty’s Tearooms, The Royal Baths and the 200-acre Stray Parkland. The property is situated close to the beautiful RHS Harlow Carr gardens, while golf is available at Oakdale and Pannal Golf Clubs. The stunning countryside of the Nidderdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with its many walking, cycling and riding routes, is also within easy reach.

There are a number of nearby independent schools in the area including Brackenfield Junior, Harrogate Ladies’ College, Ashville, Queen Mary’s and Cundall Manor. The property is also within the catchment for Harrogate Grammar school.

The area is well connected by road, with the A1 (M) just nine miles from the property, offering easy access to the north and south, while Harrogate mainline station offers direct services to London Kings Cross in three hours. Leeds Bradford airport is 12 miles and offers both domestic and international flights.