WILLOW BARN AND COTTAGE

LAYCOCK LANE

LAYCOCK

PRICE:  £525,000

A MAGNIFICENT 4 BEDROOMED DETACHED EN-SUITE FAMILY HOUSE WITH AN ADJOINING COTTAGE

HAVING GOOD SIZED GARDENS, A DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE AND SUPERB LONG DISTANCE VIEWS OVER THE SURROUNDING FIELDS AND COUNTRYSIDE

Reputedly one of the oldest houses in the village with origins dating back to 1638 this substantial property is handsomely constructed in cut and dressed Yorkshire stonework covered with a traditional grey slate roof and stands in the very heart of this thriving rural community amidst beautifully manicured lawned gardens where there is excellent secure on site parking, these adjoining open fields and countryside with breathtaking uninterrupted views immediately beyond.

Sympathetically restored and containing many original features including lovely mullioned windows, substantial beamed ceilings and attractive exposed stonework the property provides traditionally laid out family accommodation of exceptional quality with particular reference to the Kitchen and Bathroom fittings and has the benefit of an adjoining 1 Bedroomed Cottage making it eminently suitable for those with extended family or Granny Flat requirements. 

An excellent range of facilities and amenities can be found in Keighley Town Centre – approximately 5 minutes drive and the major centres of employment of Leeds, Bradford and East Lancashire are all within acceptable daily commuting distance.

Served by gas fired central heating and uPVC double glazing and enjoying an aura of both security and privacy this exceptional property has much to commend it and in detail comprises:

TO THE GROUND FLOOR

Part leaded uPVC Entrance Door with coloured glass to:

ENTRANCE PORCH:  4’10” x 4’0” with Marble floor and side window.

ENTRANCE HALL:  10’3” x 6’1” with beamed ceiling and open staircase off with attractive cast iron balustrades.

CLOAKROOM:  half tiled and containing 3 piece suite comprising pedestal wash basin, bidet and high suite w.c., low voltage down lights, tiled floor, extractor fan and brass heated towel rail.

KITCHEN:  16’1” x 10’2” with Corian sink unit and waste disposal unit, extensive range of timber floor and wall units with matching Corian working surfaces over with leaded cupboards, built in Neff ceramic induction hob with extractor hood over and brass canopy, a separate double oven and grill, integrated microwave and combi oven, built in fridge, beamed ceiling, low voltage down lights, tiled floor, concealed lighting, superb open views and archway through to:

UTILITY ROOM:  17’9” x 6’5” with double drainer stainless steel sink unit in tiled walls, fitted floor and wall units with working surfaces over, ceiling spotlights, washer plumbing, recess for fridge, Baxi gas fired central heating boiler and part glazed side door off.

DINING ROOM:  18’0” x 10’4” with beamed ceiling, 2 wall light points, double sided fireplace with gas fired dog grate, window seat, arched leaded window and balcony over and opening through to:

SITTING ROOM:  17’0” x 14’9” with open sided fireplace, telephone point, low voltage down lights, exposed stone chimney breast and exposed stone wall, side window and sliding glass doors to:

SUN PORCH:  17’8” x 12’0” with polished Marble floor and display shelving, exposed stone wall and leaded French doors to the garden.

TO THE FIRST FLOOR

LANDING:  with beamed ceiling and stone archway.

BEDROOM 1:  16’0” x 10’3” with beamed ceiling, spotlights, telephone point, fitted drawer unit and wardrobes

EN SUITE: with pedestal wash basin and low suite w.c., shaped shower cubicle with Triton unit in fully tiled walls and floor, heated towel rail, shaver point and double doors.

HOUSE BATHROOM:  fully tiled and containing 3 piece suite comprising panelled Jacuzzi bath with glazed screen, pedestal wash basin, low suite w.c., and tiled floor.

BEDROOM 2:  10’4” x 11’3” with beamed ceiling and access to partly boarded roof storage area.

BEDROOM 3:  16’4” x 8’4” with beamed ceiling, laminate flooring and superb open views.

BEDROOM 4:  15’0” x 8’5” with beamed ceiling and laminate flooring.

THE COTTAGE

Part leaded Entrance Door to:

ENTRANCE PORCH:  4’5” x 2’9” with side windows.

KITCHEN:  16’2” x 10’0” with one and a half bowl vinyl sink unit, range of floor and wall units with working surfaces over, built in cooker with extractor fan, tiled floor, fluorescent light and Storeplace under stairs.

SITTING ROOM:  16’2” x 10’9” with stone feature fireplace with Cornish Slate hearth, T.V. point and patio doors to garden.

TO THE FIRST FLOOR

LANDING: with walk in storage cupboard housing the Baxi Platinum gas fired central heating boiler.

BEDROOM 1:  16’0” x 10’0” (effective) with beamed ceiling, walk in wardrobe, Velux window and gable end window.

BATHROOM:  with 3 piece suite comprising panelled bath with shower attachment, pedestal wash basin and low suite w.c, Velux roof light and 3 useful eaves storage areas.

TO THE OUTSIDE

The property has electronically controlled wrought iron access gates which lead to an extensive gravelled and tarmacadamed on site parking area for numerous vehicles.  There is a WENDY HOUSE and a substantial STONE BUILT GARAGE:  22’2” x 20’4” with a Velux roof light, a loft storage area, side windows and 2 separate timber doors.

The gardens have been beautifully landscaped and maintained and are laid down to sweeping lawns with flowerbeds, shrubs and evergreens, gravelled paths and Leylandii hedging.  There is also an aluminium GREENHOUSE, a patio and cobbled area, an ornamental pond and fountain and a useful cold water tap.

The gardens enjoy a delightful south facing aspect and form a veritable sun trap.

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 Willow Barn has been placed in Category D and Willow Barn Cottage has been placed in Category A.

POST CODE:  BD22 0PH

 
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