Property Description
An individual and highly versatile three/four bedroom detached bungalow, Waveney Lodge occupies an enviable position within this particularly sought‑after residential location. Set amidst established garden grounds extending to approximately a quarter of an acre, the property has been thoughtfully extended and improved in recent years, now offering a well‑balanced arrangement of accommodation ideally suited to both family living and those seeking single‑level convenience. The property further benefits from gas fired central heating, Nordan Norwegian powder‑coated aluminium windows and doors, double glazing, solar panels with battery storage, and quality oak internal doors throughout.
The property is also well placed for schooling, lying within the catchment area for the highly regarded Tadcaster Grammar School. Further afield is Leeds Grammar School, a prestigious independent school.
The accommodation is approached via a welcoming reception hall, notable for its enriched ceiling detail and fitted book shelving, creating an immediate sense of character. A cloakroom provides a WC and wash basin. The principal lounge is a light and comfortable space featuring a stone fireplace with multi‑fuel stove, decorative ceiling, and French doors opening directly onto the rear garden and patio—perfectly arranged for outdoor entertaining and al fresco dining.
The dining kitchen is a particular highlight, comprehensively fitted with an extensive range of solid wood wall and base units from the highly regarded Clive Christian range, complemented by a matching dresser and a peninsula bar incorporating additional storage. Corian worktops and a circular oak surface enhance both practicality and aesthetic appeal. Integrated appliances include a Miele fridge, freezer and microwave, induction hob, warming drawer, washing machine, tumble dryer and Zanussi oven. There is ample space for a dining table and chairs, with French doors opening to the front elevation, while folding doors to the rear lead seamlessly into a delightful music room, itself enjoying French doors onto the patio.
An inner hall, fitted with shelving for books, media storage and loft access via ladder, leads to the bedroom accommodation. There are three double bedrooms, two of which benefit from fitted wardrobes, together with a fourth single bedroom which offers flexibility as a study or hobby room and includes an en suite shower room with wash basin and WC. The house bathroom is part tiled and fitted with a three-piece white suite, complemented by a separate shower room featuring a shower cubicle, WC, wash basin with vanity storage, and a characterful exposed brick feature wall.
Externally to the front, an in‑and‑out driveway provides ample parking and includes an electric vehicle charging point. A raised lawn with seasonal planting and stone steps leads to the entrance. A wrought iron side gate gives access to the landscaped rear garden, a true feature of the property and ideal for the gardening enthusiast. The immediate rear area is laid to patio with rustic brick wall detailing, leading via steps to a raised lawn bordered by an abundance of plants, shrubs, and seasonal flowers including tulips and daffodils.
Further features include two garden sheds, a Dutch barn, and a greenhouse fitted with two electric points and a water supply. The grounds also benefit from outside water and electricity, together with an outhouse store, fruit trees, vegetable plots, an arbour, wrought iron archway with gated access to an upper garden area, and a water feature—together creating a tranquil, nature‑filled environment.
An inner hall, fitted with shelving for books, media storage and loft access via ladder, leads to the bedroom accommodation. There are three double bedrooms, two of which benefit from fitted wardrobes, together with a fourth single bedroom which offers flexibility as a study or hobby room and includes an en suite shower room with wash basin and WC. The house bathroom is part tiled and fitted with a three‑piece white suite, complemented by a separate shower room featuring a shower cubicle, WC, wash basin with vanity storage, and a characterful exposed brick feature wall.
Externally to the front, an in-and-out driveway provides ample parking and includes an electric vehicle charging point. A raised lawn with seasonal planting and stone steps leads to the entrance. A wrought iron side gate gives access to the landscaped rear garden, a true feature of the property and ideal for the gardening enthusiast. The immediate rear area is laid to patio with rustic brick wall detailing, leading via steps to a raised lawn bordered by an abundance of plants, shrubs, and seasonal flowers including tulips and daffodils. Further features include an arbour, wrought iron archway with gated access to an upper garden area, greenhouse, fruit trees, vegetable plots, garden shed, and a water feature—together creating a tranquil, nature-filled environment.
The property is situated within the highly regarded village of Bardsey, which enjoys a strong sense of community and offers a range of local amenities, including a village hall, public house and well‑regarded primary school. The area is particularly well placed for access to the commercial centres of Leeds, Wetherby and Harrogate, with excellent transport links via the A58 and nearby A1(M). The surrounding countryside provides attractive walks and recreational opportunities, making this an ideal setting combining rural charm with commuter convenience.