Skipton Road, Ilkley, West Yorkshire, LS29

Accommodation Summary: Ground Floor: Entrance Vestibule opening to an Entrance Hall; Sitting Room; Snug; Dining Kitchen; Formal Dining Room; Garden Room; Cloakroom WC; Utility Room; Storage Cellar. First Floor: five Double Bedrooms, three of which with Ensuite; House Bathroom and separate Shower Room. Outside: Terrace; Mature Gardens with sweeping lawns and parkland; extensive Driveway Parking and a Detached Garage and substantial Detached Annexe Building. This is a rare opportunity to acquire this attractive and substantial family home with grounds extending to over 13 acres (5.3 Ha), tucked away in this little-known area of Ilkley on the banks of the River Wharfe, yet within touching distance of Ilkley town centre. The Hollins is ideally positioned within large mature gardens and has the rare addition of approximately 9 acres of pastureland providing long distance views towards Addingham Moorside and the Wharfe Valley. The property is believed to date back to 1904 and provides superb family accommodation planned over two levels. The accommodation to the ground floor includes a vestibule opening to a welcoming entrance hall, sitting room with feature fireplace and wood burning stove, snug with wood burning stove, an extensively fitted handmade kitchen, dining area and a formal dining room giving access to a substantial garden room with stunning views over the adjoining gardens and direct access to the fabulous southerly-facing terrace. On a practical level there is also a WC, utility room and stairs leading to a useful storage cellar. To the first floor, the central landing gives access to five double bedrooms, three having ensuite facilities, and a modern fitted house bathroom and separate shower room. To the outside the property is approached through a pair of impressive stone carved gate posts with a private tarmacadam driveway leading through the extensive parkland gardens to a large parking court providing ample vehicle parking and access to the detached garage. The gardens feature sweeping lawns with a range of mature planted beds, vegetable plot and substantial detached annex which would lend itself ideally as a gym, playroom or home office. There is also direct access to the footpath running along the side of the River Wharfe adjoining the property. To the west and east of the property are three paddocks totalling an area of approximately 9 acres which provide far-reaching views of the surrounding countryside. Ilkley is surrounded by some of the finest countryside in the region - the river Wharfe and rugged moors offering many an opportunity for rural pursuits including invigorating walks, challenging mountain biking and road cycling. Local clubs cater for traditional sports such as hockey, rugby, tennis and golf. Beyond this wonderful setting the town forms an ideal base for the West Yorkshire business traveller, with the local cities of Leeds and Bradford, as well as nearby Harrogate, all being within comfortable daily travelling distance. From the town�s railway station there are frequent services throughout the day into both local cities, and from Leeds there are regular onwards connections to London King�s Cross, whilst Leeds Bradford International Airport is just 10 miles away. Agents Notes: Tenure Freehold Tree preservation orders are in place at the property. Right of access over part of the land. Local Authority & Council Tax Band The City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council Council Tax Band H Services All mains services are installed with gas fired central heating. Double glazing Wood burner Parking Garage and driveway parking Internet and Mobile Coverage The Ofcom website https://checker.ofcom.org.uk/ shows internet available from at least 1 provider. Outdoor mobile coverage (excl 5G) likely from at least 1 of the UK�s 4 main providers. Results are predictions not a guarantee & may differ subject to circumstances, exact location & network outages. Flooding Check for flooding in England - GOV.UK indicate the long term flood risks for this property are: - Surface Water - Very low; Rivers & the Sea - Very low; Groundwater - Flooding from groundwater is unlikely in this area; Reservoir - Flooding from reservoirs is unlikely in this area.