9 Raikeswood Drive, Skipton, BD23 1NA
£575,000Sold Subject To Contract
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Imaginatively planned on three floors including versatile lower ground floor accommodation with en-suite master bedroom, utility and cloaks/WC, south facing garden & garage this imposing traditional 1930's four bedroomed semi-detached house is attractively improved, well equipped and very strongly recommended indeed for inspection.
This substantial and family sized home enjoys a prestigious location in the exclusive Raikes area of Skipton commanding fine long distance southerly views at the rear whilst situated only circa two thirds of a mile away from High Street shops, amenities and services with excellent primary and secondary schooling also nearby.
Including gas central heating, UPVC sealed unit double glazing, a security alarm, quality contemporary fittings and fixtures, this excellent property provides very briefly:
An entrance hall, an open plan fitted dining kitchen including superbly appointed stylish units having built-in appliances whilst open through to the living room with a contemporary gas fire and a study. From the dining kitchen is access to the lower ground floor utility room and the master bedroom with en-suite bathroom. On the first floor are three bedrooms and a luxurious bathroom with a quality contemporary four piece white suite. There is a private driveway to the front of the property providing parking for multiple cars. The well proportioned, enclosed and landscaped south facing rear garden provides an attractive feature. There is also a single garage.
The incredibly 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 Castle and Church together with a bustling High Street featuring an outdoor market on the cobbled 'setts' three 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 town 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 United Kingdom.
The business centres of West Yorkshire and East Lancashire are within comfortable daily commuting distance.
Certainly providing an excellent opportunity, this very appealing individual property comprises in further detail:
GROUND FLOOR
ENTRANCE HALL
With composite front entrance door including sealed unit double glazing. Contemporary tiled flooring. Central heating radiator. Security alarm controls. Staircase off to the first floor with spindled balustrade.
OPEN PLAN DINING KITCHEN
19'6" x 10'10" Superbly appointed with an attractive range of quality cream fronted base and wall units providing contrasting granite worktop surfaces having matching up-stands. One and a half inset sink and drainer grooves. Oak laminate flooring. Built-in double oven. Built-in microwave. Four ring induction hob having an extractor above. Integrated fridge. Integrated freezer. Integrated dishwasher. Two central heating radiators. Two matching dresser units. UPVC sealed unit double glazing providing fine long distance southerly views. Recessed low voltage ceiling spotlights. The kitchen is open through to the:
LIVING ROOM
12'9" x 10'4" With stone mullion UPVC sealed unit double glazed semi-circular bay window having top lights. Central heating radiator. Laminate oak flooring. Feature log effect gas fire recessed into chimney breast.
STUDY
13'2" x 6'10" With UPVC sealed unit double glazing and gable window with stained glass. Central heating radiator. Wood effect flooring.
LOWER GROUND FLOOR
UTILITY
14'3" x 7'5" Well appointed range of black gloss wall and base units with contrasting oak worktop surfaces. One and a half bowl stainless steel sink and drainer unit. Plumbing for an automatic washing machine. Central heating radiator. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Wood effect flooring. Under stairs storage cupboard housing wall mounted gas central heating boiler.
BEDROOM ONE
23'2" x 11'2" With UPVC sealed unit double glazed patio doors with matching side panels leading out to the south facing lanscaped rear garden. Two built-in double wardrobes. Central heating radiator. Door through to:
EN-SUITE
Well appointed three piece white suite bathroom incorporating fitted bath with glass shower screen and shower over. Hand wash basin set on vanity cabinet and a low suite WC. Ceramic wall tiles and contrasting floor tiles. Chrome ladder central heating radiator. Recessed ceiling spotlights. Extractor fan.
FIRST FLOOR
LANDING
With spindled balustrade. Gable window with stained glass. Ladder access to a partially boarded loft space.
BEDROOM TWO
12'10" (into bay) x 11'10" With stone mullion UPVC sealed unit double glazed semi-circular bay window having top lights. Central heating radiator. Built-in wardrobe.
BEDROOM THREE
12'9" x 11'7" With UPVC sealed unit double glazing having superb long distance southerly views down the Aire Valley. Central heating radiator. Built-in wardrobe.
BEDROOM FOUR
14'6" x 12'2" (maximum) With three dual aspect UPVC sealed unit double glazed windows. Double Wardrobe with sliding doors. Central heating radiator.
LUXURIOUS BATHROOM
With a quality contemporary four piece white suite comprising paneled bath together with a hand wash basin set on a vanity cabinet, low suite WC and a large walk-in shower cubicle including a thermostatic shower. Contrasting floor tiling and full height wall tiling. Dual aspect UPVC sealed unit double glazing. Ladder central heating radiator in chrome finish. Recessed low voltage ceiling spotlights.
OUTSIDE
To the front of the property is a PRIVATE DRIVEWAY providing parking for multiple vehicles.
There is side access to the rear garden including a bin store.
The well proportioned, enclosed, landscaped and established rear garden enjoys fine southerly aspects whilst including a large stone flagged patio and a raised timber decking area providing a very pleasant sitting out space. Steps lead down to a lawned area including well stocked borders. Cold water tap. Electric points, including an electric point for a hot tub.
SINGLE GARAGE
With up/over door.
TENURE
The tenure for this property is Freehold.
COUNCIL TAX BAND
The council tax band quoted for this property on the Gov.UK website is Band: E
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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