Beautifully constructed in random reclaimed stonework whilst forming part of the prestigious 'Higher Raikes' development built by the well respected R N Wooler & Co. Ltd only circa five years ago, this outstanding detached home occupies one of the largest plots within the development including a particularly generous lawned rear garden featuring a superb modern detached garden office/games room, suitable for a variety of uses.
Offering spacious and well planned accommodation appointed to a high standard throughout, this exceptional family sized home includes four double bedrooms (three with fitted furniture), three luxurious bathrooms, a ground floor study/snug, an integral garage, a fitted utility room, a cosy living room with wood burning stove and a magnificent open plan living / dining kitchen equipped with a comprehensive range of integrated appliances whilst incorporating a fabulous 'Garden room' with bi-folding doors.

Certainly representing a rare and exciting opportunity for those searching for a modern, easy to manage home within this highly exclusive residential location, equipped with a high level of thermal insulation resulting in low running costs whilst still benefiting from the remainder of a Ten Year NHBC New Home Warranty, this extremely well equipped property also features an efficient gas central heating system incorporating zoned underfloor heating to the ground floor whilst also benefiting from a security alarm system, oak veneer internal doors and beautiful parquet style flooring. The extremely spacious attic space has been well utilised being accessed via a substantial wooden folding ladder and being fully boarded and equipped with power and lighting.


The Multi Award-Winning 'Higher Raikes' development is ideally positioned on the semi-rural edge of Skipton, quite literally at the Gateway To The Dales yet within walking distance of the town centre with its excellent range of shops, restaurants and other amenities. The estate has the convenience of easy road access out of the town in all directions via the bypass to the north whilst also being only a short walk away from the vast array of recreational facilities available in the delightful Aireville Park together with Craven Swimming Pool and Fitness Centre to the south. There is a further park/recreation area just off the top of Raikes Road adjacent to the development together with a choice of footpaths leading out into open countryside on the rural fringe of Skipton towards Stirton and Tarn House to the west and also towards the beautiful Skipton Woods via Short Lee Lane to the east. The nearby Tarn House holiday park is only circa ten minutes walk away and includes a recently modernised bar and pizza restaurant with beer garden.

The LABC Building Excellence Awards 2019 deemed Higher Raikes to be the 'Best New Housing Development' across North and East Yorkshire whilst the development also won 'Best Large Development' in the 2019 Yorkshire Residential Property Awards.

The increasingly popular market town of Skipton has won many accolades in recent years, being independently judged to be one of the best areas to live in the UK via multiple media sources. Catering to residents of all ages, the town offers the perfect combination of excellent schooling, easy access to countryside and an extensive choice of leisure, shopping and recreational facilities.

The town is intersected by the scenic Leeds/Liverpool canal and is well known for its Medieval Church and Castle together with a bustling High Street featuring an outdoor market on the cobbled 'setts' four days a week. The town offers an excellent mix of independent shops, pubs and cafes in addition to having well known branded stores and a choice of fashionable bars and restaurants. There are excellent public transport links, including a railway station providing regular daily services to Leeds and Bradford. The towns enjoys an annual programme of community events and festivals, attracting an ever increasing degree of tourism. In addition, the beautiful Yorkshire Dales National Park is only a short drive away to the north, offering some of the finest countryside and scenery in the UK.

Having much to commend it, the accommodation comprises in further detail:

GROUND FLOOR


SPACIOUS RECEPTION HALLWAY
With leaded sealed unit double glazed composite front entrance door. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Dark Oak parquet style flooring. Underfloor heating. Two sealed unit double glazed windows. Stairs leading off to the first floor incorporating an oak spindled balustrade together with built-in store cupboard underneath.

STUDY/SNUG
11'3" x 6'9" With sealed unit double glazed window to the front. Dark oak parquet effect flooring. Underfloor heating. Recessed ceiling spotlights.

GROUND FLOOR WC/CLOAK ROOM
Equipped with a modern white to piece suite comprising low suite WC together with a hand wash basin set on a vanity cupboard. Dark oak parquet effect flooring. Underfloor heating. Extractor fan. Recessed ceiling spotlights.

SITTING ROOM
17'5" x 9'8" (both maximum) With sealed unit double glazed windows to the front and side. Wood burning stove set within a recessed opening and upon a stone hearth. TV point. Underfloor heating. Oak bi-folding doors leading through to the:

SPACIOUS L-SHAPED LIVING/DINING KITCHEN PLUS GARDEN ROOM
23'1" x 11'5" plus 11'4" x 10' to the single storey garden room. The kitchen area is superbly appointed with a stylish and contemporary two tone range of fitted wall and base units in a wood grain finish incorporating luxurious white quartz worktop surfaces together with matching up-stands. One and a half bowl recessed sink with drainer grooves into the worktop surface. Built-in high level Neff twin cavity electric oven/grill. Four ring Neff induction hob. Stainless steel Neff extractor canopy. Integrated Neff dishwasher. Pull-out larder cupboard. Integrated fridge/freezer. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Dark oak parquet effect flooring. Underfloor heating. Sealed unit double glazed windows to the rear and side. SUPERB SINGLE STOREY GARDEN ROOM with three leaf bi-folding doors leading to the rear garden enjoying views towards trees beyond. Further sealed unit double glazed windows to both sides. Four electric velux roof windows.

UTILITY ROOM
6'10" x 5'10" Superbly appointed with a range of fitted wall and base units to match the kitchen. Stainless steel sink and drainer unit. Plumbing for an automatic washing machine. Space for a dryer. Dark oak parquet effect flooring. Underfloor heating. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Extractor fan. Door leading to:

INTEGRAL SINGLE GARAGE
19'3" x 10'5" (both maximum) With remote control sectional up and over door to the front. Light and power. Sealed unit double glazed window. Composite rear pedestrian access door. Worcester gas central heating boiler.

FIRST FLOOR


LANDING
With oak spindled balustrade. Two good sized built-in double storage cupboards with one housing the hot water cylinder. Loft hatch with substantial wooden folding ladder leading to an impressive fully boarded loft storage void equipped with power, light and window.

MASTER BEDROOM
13' x 11'4" With sealed unit double glazed windows to the rear and side. Range of fitted wardrobes, drawers and a dressing table. Central heating radiator. Door leading to the:

EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
Superbly appointed with a contemporary white suite comprising low suite WC, hand wash basin set on a vanity cupboard and a curved corner shower enclosure housing a dual/drench head mixer shower. Contrasting wall and floor tiling. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Extractor fan. Wall mounted cabinet with mirror, light and shower point. Chrome towel radiator.

BEDROOM TWO (ALTERNATIVE MASTER BEDROOM)
14'2" x 10'2" With sealed unit double glazed windows to the rear and side. Two built-in double wardrobes. Central heating radiator. Loft hatch. Door leading to:

LUXURIOUS EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
Superbly appointed with a contemporary white suite comprising low suite WC, hand wash basin set on a vanity cupboard and a shower enclosure housing a chrome dual/drench head mixer shower. Contrasting wall and floor tiling. Sealed unit double glazed window. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Extractor fan. Chrome towel radiator. Wall mounted cabinet incorporating mirror, light and shaver point.

BEDROOM THREE
12'11" x 12'4" Also being equipped with a range of fitted wardrobes. Sealed unit double glazed window to the front. Central heating radiator.

BEDROOM FOUR
11'4" x 10'6" With sealed unit double glazed window to the rear. Central heating radiator.

LUXURIOUS HOUSE BATHROOM
Superbly appointed with a contemporary white four piece suite comprising low suite WC, hand wash basin set on a vanity cupboard, a double ended bath and a separate shower enclosure housing a chrome dual/drench head mixer shower. Contrasting wall and floor tiling. Sealed unit double glazed window. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Extractor fan. Chrome towel radiator. Wall mounted cabinet incorporating a mirror, light and shaver point. Deep built-in store/linen cupboard over the bulkhead.

OUTSIDE
The property stands within a particularly generous plot incorporating lawned gardens extending to the front, side and rear with the generous rear garden providing a particularly appealing feature being enclosed by timber fencing together with mixed hedging and small trees.

There is a private resin bound driveway to the front whilst the rear garden includes an Indian stone flagged pathway and patio area and is gated to both sides. Fruit and blossom trees. External lighting. External power. External cold water tap. The rear garden also includes a superb:

DETACHED MODERN GARDEN OFFICE/GAMES ROOM
18'10" x 16'10" (maximum depth narrowing to 10'8" depth) Equipped with light and power. Grey oak effect laminate flooring. UPVC sealed unit double glazed sliding doors to the front and side. Covered decking area to the front. Ramped decking to the side. Network point.

COUNCIL TAX BAND
The council tax band quoted for this property on the Gov.UK website is Band: G

TENURE
The tenure for this property is Freehold. All residents on the estate make a contribution towards the estate maintenance/gardening. the current amount for the year is £tbc.

SERVICES All mains services are installed.

Please note we have not been able to test the equipment or installations in this property and recommend that prospective purchasers arrange for a qualified person to check any appliances before entering into any commitment.

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Tel: Skipton 799993

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These particulars were prepared from observation together with information supplied by the Vendor. We have not carried out a detailed professional survey.

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