56a Ben Rhydding Road, Ilkley, LS29 8RN

Above the fabulous town of Ilkley and only moments from the famous Ilkley Moor, Ben Rhydding Road is a wide, leafy avenue of individual family homes looking out over the beautiful Wharfe valley.

56a is set back from the road, tucked away behind a neighbouring home to give a feeling of complete privacy and seclusion. Built to the current owner's specification a little over 10 years ago, this home has the new-build advantages of solar panels, air conditioning, and excellent insulation, whilst enjoying the space and green surroundings of a more traditional community.

Having come up the driveway from Ben Rhydding Road you arrive in a walled courtyard, house to one side, double garage to the other, and an entrance to the garden in front of you. Step through the front door, past the laundry room to a wide central hallway, utilised by the current owner as a home office. The home has been designed with the living spaces on the upper floor to get the best of the views, so on this level you find three of the four double bedrooms. Two bedrooms have en-suite shower rooms and built-in wardrobes, the third is less defined, and could well be an evening lounge, dressing room, or study if desired. Across the hall is a large house bathroom, the perfect place to soak away the cares of the day.

Up the stairs to the living space, and this one certainly has the 'wow' factor! The central room is a fantastic dining kitchen, naturally lit by windows at both ends, giving green garden views to the rear and beautiful elevated views of Wharfedale to the front. The kitchen is glossy and modern, with integrated appliances and long runs of quartz worktops, topped off with a central breakfast island where you can take in the views over your morning coffee. The dining space has plenty of room for family meals, and pleasant views out to the rear lawn.

To one side of the central space lies a fourth double bedroom, again with en-suite shower room and built-in wardrobes, and being on the upper floor it has lovely views to wake up to.

Next door, and the sitting room runs the full depth of the house providing lots of space for even a large family to unwind. Glazed double doors lead out to the rear gardens, a great place to enjoy the sunshine. A rear sun deck offers possibilities of outside dining, or relaxing with a book in total privacy behind high trees and hedges.

The lawns extend down both sides of the house, bringing you back to the front courtyard. Above the garage is a versatile room, presented as an office space, which could easily be a gym or games room or occasional 5th double bedroom.

56a is a spacious and modern home that offers wonderful possibilities for new owners to mould it to their own needs. The location alone makes it a must-see for any family looking to be near to Ilkley's schools and facilities, and the opportunity of owning a home here at this price level is not to be missed! Call Silverspring today to discover more about 56a and Ilkley, we'll be glad to help.

Surroundings

56a Ben Rhydding Road sits above the town of Ilkley and the village of Ben Rhydding on the southern side of Wharfedale. Ben Rhydding, half a mile away, is a charming village with a few shops, train station on the Leeds line, and the much-loved Wheatley pub/hotel. Ilkley is a celebrated and historic town, often voted to be one of the best places to live in the entire country. Schools such as Moorfield and Ilkley Grammar produce consistently outstanding results, both are within a ten minute walk from 56a. Shopping in Ilkley is of a high standard too, from groceries at Booths and M&S to the range of independent boutiques around Grove Promenade and Brook Street. Dining and drinking options are many, from micro-breweries producing craft ales to fine dining at the Box Tree and others.

The glorious countryside of the Yorkshire Dales is on your doorstep, famous natural features such as Ilkley Moor, Cow and Calf Rocks, and Otley Chevin are all within easy reach. A short car journey (or a good bike ride) will take you to Malham Cove, the Yorkshire Three Peaks, and Janet's Foss, your outdoor exploration choices here are endless!

Directions

From Leeds: Approach Ilkley on the A65. At the first house as you come into Ilkley turn left at the lights towards Ben Rhydding. Cross under the railway bridge and as the road bends to the right turn left on to Wheatley Lane. With the Wheatley Hotel on your left continue up the hill to the top, where Wheatley Lane becomes Ben Rhydding Road. 56a is on the left side, marked by a Silverspring board. A member of our staff will be there to meet you.

From Ilkley: Follow Station Road to the mini roundabout near the station and turn right up Cowpasture Road. Continue up the hill past Ilkley Grammar School to the mini roundabout. Turn left onto Ben Rhydding Road and continue past Moorfield School. 56a is on your right side, marked by a Silverspring board. A member of our staff will be there to meet you.