Crofton Terrace, Shadwell   

An impressive Grade II listed stone built home, providing spacious two/three bedroom, two bathroom accommodation, set within superb lawned gardens and occupying a peaceful position on the edge of Shadwell, overlooking pastureland. An early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate this charming property.

£425,000 

Introduction

Occupying an idyllic position bordering open pastureland and set within superb large gardens, this substantial Grade II listed property was built in around 1840 and has been carefully updated and improved over recent years, yet retains many original features to provide a truly unique home of great charm and character. The spacious and very well presented accommodation comprises; entrance lobby, large sitting room, dining room, extended and recently fitted kitchen, side entrance hall, recently fitted wetroom, office, sitting room or bedroom three, two double bedrooms and bathroom to the first floor. Extensive, part vaulted cellars with electric light and power, and plumbing.

Shadwell is a highly regarded village, close to the northern edge of Leeds, yet retains a definite village identity and strong sense of community. With village shops, post office and two pubs, excellent primary school and regular bus service to Leeds centre. 

Accommodation

With gas central heating and security alarm system.

To the ground floor: Entrance lobby

Hardwood entrance door, window to the side.

Dining room               17’4 x 15’4

Sash window to the side and multipaned window to the rear. Having original stone flagged floor, and ceiling coving. Central ceiling light and two wall light points. TV and telephone points and door to the cellar staircase. Staircase to the first floor.

Large sitting room    15’7 x 15’

With an attractive double aspect, having sash window to the front overlooking the gardens, and further sash to the side overlooking the neighbouring fields. Both windows with original working shutters. Four wall light points and TV point. Impressive original stone fireplace with a tiled hearth.

Refitted kitchen        16’1 x 9’  

Two Velux windows to the rear, glazed double doors also to the rear. Fitted with an attractive range of base and wall cupboards with laminate work surfaces, having countertop lighting and part tiled walls. Integrated Siemens appliances including dishwasher, gas hob with extractor over and eye level double oven and microwave. Integrated undercounter fridge and freezer. Ceramic tiled floor, 1 ½ bowl stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap and ceiling light.

A couple of steps lead down to:

Side entrance hall

Hardwood entrance door, ceramic tiled floor and ceiling light. Door to the integral garage, hardwood rear entrance door.

Downstairs wetroom

Recently fitted with Mira thermostatic shower, corner washbasin and fully tiled walls. Ceiling light and extractor fan and wall heater. Returning to the kitchen, a short flight of stairs leads up to the first floor of the former coach house:

Office, sitting room or bedroom 3  20’10 x 11’7

Two Yorkshire sliding windows to the side, further multpaned window with a superb outlook across pastureland.  Three ceiling lights, TV and telephone points and wash basin with cupboards under.

To the cellars: Room 1                     18’5 x 7’2

Vaulted cellar with ceiling light.

Room 2                       16’2 x 7’

Vaulted cellar with ceiling light and gas central heating boiler. Plumbing for washing machine.

Room 3                       15’2 x 15’1

With generous headroom, ceiling light and window to the side.

To the first floor: Landing

Ceiling light and access to the loft.   

Bedroom 1                 16’ x 15’2

Enjoying a sunny double aspect, with sash windows to the side and rear providing attractive outlooks. Original fireplace with painted timber surround and cast iron interior. Ceiling light and wash basin. Fitted with a range of wardrobes with cupboards over.

Bedroom 2                 15’8 x 10’6

Sash window to the side, Yorkshire sliding window to the rear. Ceiling light and wash basin. Fitted wardrobes with additional cupboards over.

Bathroom

Sash window to the side. Panelled bath with shower attachment, low suite wc, bidet and wash basin set within a tiled surround. Fully tiled walls and ceiling light.

Outside

The property is set within most attractive and private gardens, laid predominantly to the front and forming a real feature of this delightful, characterful home. The property is approached via a private tarmac drive, which leads to this property’s individual driveway, with original stone wall and attractive gates.

The generous driveway leads across the front of the property, providing ample parking and leading to the integral garage. Formerly the coach house, which has been extensively improved and carefully extended, with electrically operated up and over door, outside tap, power and light and access door to the property. 

Stone steps lead to the front lawn, surrounded by fully stocked flower and shrub borders and having a central pergola. Established hedging to the boundaries, mature shrubs including lilac and magnolia and trees such as birch, flowering cherry and pear. To the far end is a gravelled area, with polygonal greenhouse.  These attractive gardens enjoy a sunny aspect, and a superb outlook across neighbouring farmland. To the rear is a small yard, with compost area and bin store etc. External power points.

Directions   

From our office, turn on to Roman Avenue down the side of our office. Take a left at the end on to the ring road, and left at the roundabout on to Wetherby Road. Continue past the Duke of Wellington pub, and take the second left on to Coal Road. At the cross roads turn left on to Shadwell Main Street, and take the first right on to a private road marked Crofton Terrace. Continue across the adopted road to the very far end, and the property is the last on the left.  

Agent’s notes : The property is freehold. All mains services are provided. Viewing strictly by appointment only.

Conveyancing: Recently, we conducted a survey of over forty conveyancers in the Leeds area. We used these results to appoint three local solicitors to our panel. All three were placed in the best eight for lowest fees. As well as offering good value for money, they are crucially, very reliable, quick and effective. Please call us for details.

Residential & buy-to-let mortgages: We can help you whatever your requirements and circumstances, whether you are a first time buyer, or wishing to remortgage to a preferential rate.

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Morfitt Shaw opening times : Monday–Saturday 9.00-5.30, and open until 8pm on Wednesday, Sunday 12.00–3.00pm.

These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate, are set out as a general outline and are only intended as guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person employed by Morfitt Shaw Ltd has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property.

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