Property of the day: Family home on market for first time in 30 years

The family home is on the market for the first time in 30 years

Offered to the market for the first time in 30 years is this unique, impressive, five bedroom detached 1910 Arts and Crafts inspired house, on Ancaster Road, Far Headingley, Leeds.

It sits in an extremely popular location in the prestigious, quiet surroundings of West Park.

This property is on the market with a guide price of £699.950.

There is lots of space in this gorgeous family residence

This charming home extends to over 2,400 sq ft and offers a wealth of character features, comprising large central oak panelled hallway with delft rack, a feature granite stone fireplace, cloakroom, guest WC and ample walk-in storage space.

Kitchen

Reception room

Each of the downstairs reception room windows boast stained glass leaded lights. The spacious hall, a room in itself, has a central staircase and provides access to all principal rooms including a formal living room with feature fireplace and dual aspect windows, a dining room with impressive mahogany fireplace and window overlooking side garden, a generous family sitting room with direct access to a large breakfast kitchen fitted with a range of cream wall and base level units and integrated appliances, including double oven, 5 ring gas hob, feature stainless steel and glass extractor hood, fridge freezer, dishwasher as well as double and single sinks. The main kitchen window overlooks the outside space while the period stained glass window to the side is in the style of the original art nouveau landing window and is a gem. The kitchen also boasts an alcove crowned with a pine mantelpiece. Leading off the kitchen is an inner hallway, pantry and utility room. There is secondary glazing throughout.

On the half landing is the original stained-glass art nouveau window which is encapsulated. To the first floor is a spacious landing giving access to five generous sized bedrooms, all benefitting from sinks and most with fitted wardrobes and picture rails. The master bedroom enjoys an en-suite wet room and WC. There is a modern house bathroom with separate WC.

Beautiful window detail

The bedrooms are light and airy

It is unique to find such large gardens in this area; on three sides to be enjoyed at different times of the day, plus a separate large, well-stocked orchard. This is a potential plot for development, subject to the necessary planning permission. To the side is a driveway which provides ample off-road parking and leads to a generous double garage with separate games room/potting shed which would easily convert to a summer house. Mature lawned gardens sit to the front and sides and the hedged boundaries render areas of privacy, peace and quiet. 4 Ancaster Road benefits from residents only parking. There are numerous mature fruit trees, plants and shrubs. The front veranda is ideal for outdoor entertaining and BBQs.

Fantastic gardens

Plenty of parking

Beautiful outdoor living space

The property is situated within the Ring Road approximately 3 miles from Leeds city centre, ideally placed for commuting to all areas of Leeds, Harrogate and Bradford. A moments walk away, frequent buses service the A660 Otley Road, south to Headingley and the city Centre, north to Harrogate and the countryside beyond. Local shopping parades host numerous bars, cafes, restaurants and convenience stores. The area also boasts a number of boutique clothes stores and luxury hairdressers, beauticians and spas. The historic local cinema, Cottage Road, offers a vintage cinema experience within walking distance. St Chad’s Church is situated close by and its bells can be heard chiming in the distance.

The famous Golden Acre Park, in lovely open countryside, is only two miles away. Leeds and Bradford Airport is a 12-minute drive. There are popular primary and secondary schools, nursery and pre-school provision including, independent school, Richmond House, nearby. The Village Hotel with leisure club gymnasium and spa and Weetwood Hall are within walking distance. Emerald Headingley Stadium, home to International test cricket, Yorkshire County Cricket Club, Leeds Rhinos and Yorkshire Carnegie rugby union are just down the road in vibrant Headingley.

For more details, or to arrange a viewing, contact Fine and Country on 0113 4513240.