A substantial and individual 5 bedroom stone built detached family house set in approximately 2/3rds of an acre of mature private gardens including outline planning for a further detached dwelling in the grounds.
LINTON CLOSE, 2 WHARFE GROVE, WETHERBY, WEST YORKSHIRE, LS22 6HA Leeds 13.5 miles, Harrogate 10.5 miles, York 14.6 miles, A1(M) 2.9 miles
All distances approx.
A substantial stone built detached family house set in approximately 2/3rds of an acre of mature private gardens including outline planning for a further detached dwelling in the grounds.
Linton Close dates from the 1920's and has many "Arts & Crafts" features including stone mullioned windows, oak panelled reception rooms and a stone garden 'Folly'.
The principal orientation of the property is due south and screened by a wealth of mature trees and boundary hedging that provides unparalleled privacy to the house and grounds.
The property stands in a position generally considered to be one of the most sought-after locations in the Wetherby area.
Due to its elevation, southerly aspects and large bay windows, all of the principal rooms are impressive and full of light throughout the year.
The well-proportioned accommodation extends to approximately 3100 sq ft of light and spacious living space and includes a large oak panelled reception hall and drawing room, together with a large formal dining room, breakfast room, kitchen and utility.
An impressive wide turned staircase ascends from the hall to a gallery landing, in turn serving five double bedrooms and two bathrooms.
The property is being offered for sale with the benefit of outline planning permission (application number 18/07817/0T dated 13th March 2019) for one additional dwelling to be built in approximately half of the garden on the western side of the house.
Wharfe Grove is situated on the west side of Wetherby within easy walking distance of the town centre, Wetherby Golf Club, together with pleasant country walks by the river Wharfe and along the Harland Way - a former railway line.
Wetherby is a popular market town well served by a variety of shops, bars and restaurants, together with access to local schooling and travelling further afield to neighbouring business centres including Leeds,York, Harrogate with the A1(m) linking and merging motorway networks. Leeds Bradford Airport is within 30 minutes drive.
WETHERBY Wetherby is a West Yorkshire market town located on the banks of the River Wharfe and lies almost equidistant from Leeds, Harrogate and York. Local amenities include a range of shops, schooling, sporting amenities including indoor heated swimming pool, 18 hole golf course, tennis, squash, rugby, cricket and football teams. Commuting to major Yorkshire commercial centres is via a good local road network with the A1 and M1 link close by.
DIRECTIONS From the town centre take the Harrogate Road A661 and at the mini roundabout bear left into Linton Road. Continue 400 yards to the old railway bridge and turn sharp right into Wharfe Grove, Linton Close is the first house on the right occupying a corner position and generous frontage to Wharfe Grove.
THE PROPERTY GROUND FLOOR RECEPTION HALL 27' 5" x 16' 7" (8.36m x 5.05m) overall A fabulous room with three quarter height oak panelling with delft rack ceiling cornice, three traditional radiators, secondary glazed leaded light windows to two sides, oak strip flooring, under stairs cupboard, corner fireplace with dressed stone and carved oak surround, hearth with open fire. A turned staircase with large stained glass leaded light feature windows and a spindled oak balustrade lead to the galleried landing.
CLOAKROOM Low flush w.c., pedestal wash basin, tiled splashback, radiator, secondary glazed leaded light window.
DRAWING ROOM 27' 6" x 14' 10" (8.38m x 4.52m) widening to 18' 8" (5.69m) into the bay window An elegant, light and spacious room with secondary glazed leaded light windows to two sides, three quarter height oak panelling with delft rack, ceiling cornice above, oak strip flooring, stone fireplace with hearth and open fire, four radiators.
DINING ROOM 23' 1" x 15' (7.04m x 4.57m) overall An impressive large formal dining room including secondary glazed bay window with leaded lights. Two further secondary glazed leaded light windows to side elevation, ceiling cornice and rose, wall appliques, five radiators, fireplace with linen fold carved oak surround, open fire, four wall light points.
BREAKFAST ROOM 15' x 12' 8" (4.57m x 3.86m) A bright and airy room, including large floor to ceiling cupboards to one wall, secondary glazed leaded light windows, double radiator.
KITCHEN 12' 6" x 9' 3" (3.81m x 2.82m) Having a range of oak fronted wall and base units including cupboards and drawers, work surfaces with tiled surrounds, one and a half bowl stainless steel sink unit with mixer taps, double oven, four ring gas hob with hood above, plumbed for automatic dishwasher, fridge, secondary glazed windows and glazed door to front courtyard.
UTILITY ROOM 12' 2" x 5' 4" (3.71m x 1.63m) A range of fitted wall and base cupboards, work tops, stainless steel sink unit, plumbed for automatic washing machine, space for tumble dryer and fridge freezer, double radiator, rear entrance door and secondary glazed window, integral access to garage.
FIRST FLOOR Approached via an impressive turned staircase to a :-
GALLERY LANDING 20' 9" x 17' (6.32m x 5.18m) overall With large leaded light stained glass and secondary glazed window, two wall light points, picture rail, ceiling cornice, two radiators.
BEDROOM ONE 19' 3" x 15' 1" (5.87m x 4.6m) overall Including bay window with leaded lights secondary glazing and views over the garden and adjacent countryside. Two further secondary glazed leaded light windows to side elevation, three radiators, ceiling cornice, four wall light points.
EN-SUITE BATHROOM 10' 8" x 4' 3" (3.25m x 1.3m) Having four piece white suite comprising panelled bath with "power" shower above, pedestal wash basin, low flush w.c., bidet, half tiled walls, radiator, extractor fan.
BEDROOM TWO 19' 3" x 15' 1" (5.87m x 4.6m) overall Including bay window and a further single window to the side both with secondary glazed leaded lights and overlooking the gardens on two sides, ceiling cornice, picture rail, three radiators. Wash hand basin with tiled splashback.
BEDROOM THREE 15' 1" x 12' 1" (4.6m x 3.68m) With secondary glazed leaded light window overlooking garden, radiator, ceiling cornice, picture rail.
BEDROOM FOUR 11' 11" x 10' 9" (3.63m x 3.28m) With secondary glazed leaded light windows to two sides overlooking the lawns and front courtyard, double radiator, wash hand basin with tiled splashback, picture rail.
EN-SUITE TOILET With low flush w.c., secondary glazed window, radiator.
BEDROOM FIVE/STUDY 15' 2" x 9' 10" (4.62m x 3m) Presently used as a study with secondary glazed leaded light windows, double radiator, picture rail, fitted wardrobe with drawer under and cupboards above and a further fitted book cabinet with shelves above.
FAMILY BATHROOM 10' 8" x 6' 4" (3.25m x 1.93m) A four piece white suite comprising panelled bath with mixer taps, ''power '' shower above, pedestal wash basin, bidet, low flush w.c., part tiled walls, secondary glazed leaded light windows, loft access, radiator, airing cupboard with insulated tank and shower pump.
TO THE OUTSIDE Driveway to the front gives access to :-
DOUBLE GARAGE 21' 2" x 15' 4" (6.45m x 4.67m) Having light and power laid on, windows to two sides, gas fired central heating boiler, gas and electric meters, integral access to the house.
GARDENS Linton Close proudly stands within mature private grounds of approximately 2/3rd's of an acre benefiting from south and west facing aspects. Well established boundary trees and hedging provide unparalleled privacy to the house and grounds. There are extensive stone patio areas to the principle south facing aspect, a central pond and shaped lawns, together with a variety of established plants, bushes and shrubs. There is a further area to the east laid to lawn with borders. To the west of the house where there is an extensive lawn, with shaped bushes and shrubs and a delightful box hedge feature garden or Parterre.
Access to the property off Wharfe Grove approaches the rear of Linton Close where there is gravelled parking to the side of the garage, separate hand gate and gravel courtyard leading up to the front entrance door.
PLANNING CONSENT
Outline planning consent has been obtained for a single additional dwelling in the western half of the grounds. Application no 18/07817/OT decision date 13th March 2019. Full details are available for inspection on the Leeds Planning Portal (publicaccess.Leeds.gov.uk) and include proposed site plans, tree survey, speed survey and Arboriculture Impact Assessment etc.
N.B. The area outlined in red relates to the Outline Planning Consent obtained. This outlined area is included in the sale price.
COUNCIL TAX Band H (from internet enquiry).
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