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A TRULY REMARKABLE 4 BEDROOMED
DETACHED FAMILY HOUSE OF QUITE OUTSTANDING QUALITY AND SUBSTANCE WITH LANDSCAPED GARDENS AND A LARGE GARAGE WORKSHOP IN A HIGHLY REGARDED HIDDEN RESIDENTIAL LOCATION
 
 
 
ELICIA HOUSE
FARNHILL
 
PRICE: £525,000

Constructed in dressed Yorkshire stonework covered with a traditional heavy Grey slate roof just over 20 years ago, this remarkable property forms one of 5 superior individual dwellings which stand in a private gated residential enclave in the heart of the well respected unspoilt village of Farnhill.

Enjoying a specification rarely seen in this day and age, the property provides comfortable 4 Bedroomed family accommodation with 2 Bathrooms, having principal rooms of pleasing proportions and has been further enlarged by a Study, Utility and Sun Room extension, the latter offering wonderful South Westerly views directly across open fields, the canal and the full width of the Aire Valley.  Planning permission has also been obtained for an additional reception room at the front right hand corner of the house.

Beamed ceilings, Oak floors and ornate carved stonework combine with marble worktops, attractive Oak doors and fixtures and fittings of the finest quality to create an aura of outstanding craftsmanship throughout, whilst externally the property stands amidst mature landscaped Gardens with a heated covered Barbeque area, extensive private parking and a separate stone built Garage and Workshop, suitable for up to 4 vehicles. 

Farnhill is a thriving community which lies almost mid-way between the larger centres of Skipton, Ilkley and Keighley.  There are an excellent number of Schools within the area, both state and private and the larger business centres of Leeds, Bradford and East Lancashire are all within acceptable daily commuting distance. 

Served by gas fired central heating and hard wood double glazing, this remarkable property only has to be seen and in detail comprises: 


TO THE GROUND FLOOR

Recessed portico with stone steps and glazed door to:

SUN ROOM: 18’8” x 9’0” with Yorkshire flagged stone floor, Aga cast iron coal effect gas fire in stone surround, stone pillar and display recess, skirting heating, beamed ceiling, Velux window, fine open views and opening to:

  

SITTING ROOM: 23’10” x 12’11” with Morso cast iron stove in carved stone surround with rustic brick interior and flagged hearth, coved ceiling, TV point, dado rail, ceiling down lights, roller blind, curtains, wide Oak boarded floor and glazed doors to:

HALL: 12’7” x 7’9” with similar Oak floor, low voltage down lights, coving and Oak spindled staircase off with deep storage cupboard under with fitted shelves.

LOBBY: with fitted shelving, alarm control panel, coat hooks and door to:   

CLOAKROOM: with Fired Earth low suite w.c, Fired Earth wash hand basin in vanity unit with cupboard below, Manrose extractor fan, Oak flooring and towel ring.

KITCHEN: 12’0” x 10’7” with Fired Earth Bastide kitchen furniture, Belfast sink, Oak flooring, part slate and granite tiled walls, roller blinds, Britannia cooker with 5 ring hob and oven with a Flacon stainless steel extractor hood over. NB: The central island breakfast bar is to be retained by the Vendors.

  

OPEN PLAN to: 

DINING AREA: 21’7” x 10’6” with Oak flooring, attractive exposed stone around the leaded window to the Hall and French doors to the Patio.  NB: Detailed planning permission has been obtained for a single storey Family Room extension on the front right hand corner of the house and floor plans can be inspected at our office.  The extension is approximately

UTILITY ROOM: 8’4”x 10’11” with 2 steps down, having Cornish slate flooring, granite worktop, washer and dishwasher plumbing, composite sink unit, Scavolini drawers and wall cupboards, shelving, low voltage down lights, ceiling rack, recently installed Baxi combination boiler and stable side door off.

STUDY: 10’6” x 10’2” with access to roof void, Oak flooring, corner shower cubicle with shaped sliding doors, extractor fan and French door to the front elevation.  

 

TO THE FIRST FLOOR

Spindled balcony landing with access to roof void and ceiling down lights.

BEDROOM 1: 10’10” x 12’10” (rear) plus full bank of Bespoke fitted wardrobes, coved ceiling, wall TV point and windows on 2 sides with wooden Venetian blinds.

  

EN-SUITE: with pedestal wash basin and low suite w.c, fully tiled walls, shower cubicle with Bristan unit and extractor, 1 wall light point, wall mirror, glass shelf and mirror fronted cabinet.

HOUSE BATHROOM: with free standing Fired Earth slipper bath with shower attachment and ball and claw feet, Fired Earth wash hand basin with chrome frame and glass shelf above and below, low suite w.c, circular wall mirror, extractor fan, ladder radiator with chrome surround and fully tiled marble walls and floor.  

  

BEDROOM 2: 11’9” x 8’10” (rear) with coved ceiling and down lights.

BEDROOM 3: 8’9” x 8’10” (front) with laminate flooring and fine open views.

BEDROOM 4: 10’9” x 12’11” with Oak flooring and fine open views. 

TO THE OUTSIDE

Cobbled entrance from the road with stone pillars, timber gate and shared tarmacadamed drive, private cobbled drive providing parking for 5 vehicles and front lawn with flagged paths and Patio, plants and shrubs and raised flowerbeds.

There is a lovely covered seating and barbeque area to the gable end set beneath an exposed green Oak framework, having a water feature, a lily pond and pump with flags, gravel and stones enclosed by dry stone walls and a Laurel hedge.  There is also outside lighting, external overhead heating and a granite worktop by the built-in barbeque. 

  

The lower garden area comprises of terracing, patios and retaining walls with shrubs and a vegetable area, a useful garden shed and attractive trelliswork.  There is also a small orchard area which contains Apples, Plums, Cherries, Strawberries and a vegetable area hidden by Beech hedging.   

Built within the last 4 years, the DETACHED GARAGE measures: 32’4” x 19’7”, having shelving, windows, power and light, a work bench, water and a tiled floor. It is accessed by a Henderson automatic up and over door with additional parking for 4 cars immediately to the front. 

  


SERVICES: Mains gas, water, drainage and electricity are connected to the property. The heating/electrical appliances and any fixtures and fittings included in the sale have not been tested by the Agents and we are therefore unable to offer any guarantees in respect of them.

COUNCIL TAX: Verbal enquiry reveals that this property has been placed in Category G.

POST CODE: BD20 9BW

TENURE: The property is freehold and vacant possession will be given on completion of the sale.

VIEWING: Please contact the selling Agents, Messrs. Wilman and Wilman on telephone 01535-637333 who will be pleased to make the necessary arrangements and supply any further information.

PRICE: £525,000                                

The Old Bank, 19 Main St. Cross Hills, Keighley, West Yorkshire BD20 8TA
Telephone: 01535 637333  Fax: 01535 637444