£950,000
5 bed detached house for sale
Woodlands Drive, Rawdon, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS195 beds
4 baths
3 receptions
EPC Rating: D
Key information
Tenure
Council tax band
G
About this property
Council Tax - G. EPC - D.
Nestled in the enchanting Larchwood Estate
Abundance of character and historic features
Mosaic tiled floors
Carved stone pillars and stain glass windows
5 bedrooms & 4 bathrooms
Extensive reception space - 25ft sitting room
Immaculate manicured communal gardens
Woodland setting steeped in history
Hardisty Prestige is delighted to offer to the market with no onwards chain, this beautiful property! Nestled within the enchanting larchwood estate in the serene heart of the private district and conservation area of Cragg Woods, boasts timeless elegance and character. 5 bedrooms & 4 bathrooms With its stunning architecture! And rich history, and is adorned with a myriad of charming features, notably including imposing stone pillars that greet you upon arrival. The residence combines the allure of the past with modern comforts, this home promises to be the perfect haven. Welcome to a world of grace, charm, and character. Be sure to captivate on this once in a lifetime opportunity! Call now .
Introduction
Hardisty Prestige is delighted to offer to the market with no onwards chain, this beautiful property! Nestled within the enchanting Larchwood Estate in the serene heart of the private district and conservation area of Cragg Woods, this remarkable property stands as a testament to timeless elegance and character. With its splendid architecture and rich history, this home boasts a total of five spacious bedrooms and is adorned with a myriad of charming features, notably including imposing stone pillars that greet you upon arrival. For those who seek a residence that seamlessly combines the allure of the past with modern comforts, this home promises to be the perfect haven. Welcome to a world of grace, charm, and character. Be sure to captivate on this once in a lifetime opportunity.
Location
Rawdon is a much sought after, extremely pleasant residential Village, conveniently situated just off New Road Side (A65). Commuting is straight forward; both the A65 and the Ring Road (A6120) are on hand providing major links to the motorway networks and the centres of Leeds and Bradford. A new train station has recently opened in Apperley Bridge and across the other side of the village is the Horsforth train station offering services to Leeds, York and Harrogate. For the more travelled commuter the Leeds - Bradford Airport is only a short car ride away. There are many facilities on offer in the 'village' including local shops, a tea room, a public house and take-away, along with excellent schools. Also within walking distance is the well appointed Rawdon Golf, Lawn Tennis & Padel Club. This area is perfect for purchasers wanting to live in a popular situation with every convenience close by. Rawdon Billing is within a short walk, here you will find a lake and beautiful scenery with lots of space to enjoy a good walk.
How to find the property
Sat nav - post code- LS19 6JZ
Accommodation
ground floor
Lounge two 25'9" x 14'8" (7.85m x 4.47m)
Large and commanding second lounge or sitting room, spans 26ft in length. Victorian stoned carved fireplace, large windows provide lots of bright light.
Entrance vestibule
On arriving at the property, you enter through the original gothic feature, large and commanding arched double doorway. White painted wood, with brass hardware. In keeping with the other properties on the estate. Come through to a small internal porch area for shoes and coats. Tiled flooring, following by an internal door into the main entrance hall.
Reception hall 36'4" x 28'3" (11.07m x 8.6m)
The first impression on entering the hallway will blow you away, impeccably grand design, these original features start with the mosaic tiled flooring throughout, stunning floor to ceiling carved stone pillars and decadent wide staircase up to the first floor has the most gorgeous detailing on the spindles and balustrade. There are feature character dado rails around the room, coving and captivating ceiling art. Cathedral style stain glass windows provide plenty of light. This entrance has an absolute 'wow' factor, truly beautiful space currently used as a dining room for entertaining and hosting large social events.
Lounge 19' x 14'9" (5.8m x 4.5m)
The formal lounge is to the front elevation with, it boasts Victorian stoned carved fireplace, high ceilings, feature art coving, wall dados and panelling. Victorian design and theme in keeping with the property. Large windows flood the room with light and require luxury handmade floor to ceiling curtain coverings.
Kitchen/diner 19'9" x 14'9" (6.02m x 4.5m)
The kitchen is full of character, fitted with a top quality 'cream' coloured solid timber wall and base units. Red quartz worktop surfaces and tiled splashback. Belfast sink fitted in the large centre island unit, makes this a sociable layout with room for a dining table. Large aga in 'British Racing Green' with gas hob. Oak flooring, feature art coving and lovely high ceilings. Large window makes the room light and bright to the front elevation of the property.
Shower room 5'6" x 5'6" (1.68m x 1.68m)
Convenient shower room located on the ground floor, with tiled floor. WC, Wall hung wash hand basin, towel radiator and walk-in thermos shower with floor to ceiling tiles to the we area.
Utility room 5'6" x 5'6" (1.68m x 1.68m)
Extremely useful laundry and storage space with white timber wall and base units, laminate worktop surfaces, stainless steel sink, space for washing machine and dryer. Plenty of room to store coats and shoes.
First floor
landing
The grand design features follow you up the staircase to the first floor landing and the original library doors of the old college with the stunning balustrading, high ceilings, feature art coving, stained glass window and beautiful chandelier. There are also two false doors adding to the character of this property. Spacious and light, doors leading to...
Bedroom one 16'6" x 14'8" (5.03m x 4.47m)
A King double bedroom suite, carpet flooring, high ceilings, feature art coving and wall panelling .Walk-in wardrobe, Modern and characterful decor with door leading into ensuite bathroom.
Ensuite 8'5" x 9'5" (2.57m x 2.87m)
Beautiful, high quality 5 piece bathroom suite with 'Clawfoot' bath with Victorian style mixer tap, pedestal wash hand basin, bidet, walk-in thermos shower and high cistern feature toilet as well as Victorian style feature radiator. Floor to ceiling tiles to the wet areas and dado rail feature all around this is a fantastic size bathroom.
Lounge two 25'9" x 14'8" (7.85m x 4.47m)
This large and commanding second lounge, or sitting room on the first floor spans 25ft in length. Hugely spacious with Victorian themed panelled walls, dado rails, high ceilings and character art coving. Ideal for big family gatherings.
Second floor
Stair case to second floor accommodation...
Bedroom two 15'2" x 14'8" (4.62m x 4.47m)
A large King double bedroom, it is modern and light with a characterful 'port hole' style window as well as a skylight and carpet flooring. Door into walk-in cupboard or wardrobe.
Bedroom three 17'8" x 17' (5.38m x 5.18m)
Another very large King double bedroom, ideal guest bedroom. This room has a beautiful feature floor gable window looking onto stained glass windows. Modern and neutral decor with carpet flooring.
Bedroom four 14'4" x 15'5" (4.37m x 4.7m)
Double bedroom, skylight and quirky 'port hole' style window is a real feature. Door leads into 'jack and jill' bathroom.
Home office/bedroom five 14' x 8'9" (4.27m x 2.67m)
Ideal home office space, its modern light decor with sky light, carpet flooring and convenient access to the 'jack and jill' bathroom.
Jack and jill ensuite bathroom 4'4" x 8'5" (1.32m x 2.57m)
Useful 'jack and jill' ensuite accessed from bedroom our and the home office. Walk-in shower thermos, wash hand basin and WC. Floor to ceiling tiles and tile effect laminate flooring. Excellent condition.
Bathroom 8'7" x 9' (2.62m x 2.74m)
Generous size bathroom with four piece suite. Floor to ceiling tiled decor and tiled effect laminate flooring. WC, pedestal wash hand basin, bidet and bath with thermos shower over bath. Skylight window.
Lower ground floor
Accessed via doorway from the entrance hallway, follow a long corridor to a door down to the lower ground floor and cellar space.
Games room 17'3" x 16'7" (5.26m x 5.05m)
Relax and entertain your guests, the converted cellar space is currently used as a games room. Plenty of space for a snooker table, mini bar and seating. Power and spot lighting installed. Yorkshire stone flagged flooring.
WC 6'5" x 5'3" (1.96m x 1.6m)
Useful toilet access from the games room. Wood effect base units, laminate work surface, stainless steel sink, WC and tile splashback.
Store room
Very handy store room, with plenty of shelving, power and lighting.
Store room 2 13'2" x 13'2" (4.01m x 4.01m)
Further storage in this large cellar room.
Outside
The Larchwood Estate is well renowned for its extremely well manicured communal gardens and woodland area which includes a number of notable features. In the grounds, you have access to a bike storage shed and another shed for general storage. There is also a tennis court for use by the residents. Allocated parking for 2 cars in the West carpark as well as visitor parking space. There is also space directly at the front of the property for cars. The grounds sit in roughly 8 acres and consistently maintained to preserve the tranquil setting of this lovely lifestyle property. In 2010 the former Rawdon Baptist College was commemorated by the unveiling of a blue plaque from the Leeds Civic Trust.
Maintenance charges
Larchwood is managed by the residents and each dwelling contributes via a management fee for the upkeep of the estate. This is regulated by a covenant. This property currently attracts a monthly management fee of £247.35. This includes the cost of running the estate and some significant others like building insurance and the Cragg Wood Roads annual subscription, payable by all properties located in the private district, again for its upkeep.
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