A charming and characterful 17th-century residence, surrounded by rolling rural farmland and steeped in history. Once part of a larger single dwelling, this exceptional home is located within the prestigious Cragg Wood conservation area in Rawdon and retains a wealth of original period features, offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of the past.
The property boasts four well-proportioned bedrooms, including a versatile ground-floor bedroom/sitting room, ideal for flexible living arrangements. Two of the bedrooms benefit from en-suite facilities, in addition to a traditional house bathroom on a split level. The spacious accommodation includes two generous reception rooms having expose beams and feature fireplaces, a characterful fitted kitchen, and a bright conservatory that seamlessly connects to the surrounding countryside. A vaulted cellar, accessed from the kitchen, provides useful storage space
Externally, the property features a low-maintenance gravel garden at the rear, enclosed by timber fencing, along with off-street parking. To the front, across a track, lies a predominantly lawned enclosed garden with attractive planted borders, enclosed by a traditional stone wall. This area also offers further off-street parking options, enhancing the practicality of this unique period home.
Rawdon is a highly desirable and charming residential village located just off New Road Side (A65). Commuting is easy, with the A65 and Ring Road (A6120) providing access to major motorway networks and Leeds and Bradford city centres. The new Apperley Bridge train station is nearby, along with Horsforth station offering routes to Leeds, York, and Harrogate. Leeds-Bradford Airport is also a short drive away. The village features local shops, a tea room, a pub, takeaways, and excellent schools, making it ideal for those seeking convenience. Rawdon Billing, just a short walk away, offers a lake and beautiful scenery for leisurely walks.
Local Authority & Council Tax Band
Leeds City Council - Council Tax Band E.
Tenure, Services & Parking
Freehold. Mains electricity and gas are installed. Domestic heating is gas fired. Private water supply. Drainage is to a cesspool in a neighbouring farmer's field. Off-street driveway parking.
Internet & Mobile Coverage
information obtained from the Ofcom website indicates that an internet connection is available from at least one provider. Mobile coverage (outdoors), is also available from at least one of the UKs four leading providers. For further information please refer to: https://checker.ofcom.org.uk/
Property is offered for sale through the Modern Method of Auction which is operated by iamsold Limited.
Auctioneers Comments:
This property is for sale by Modern Method of Auction allowing the buyer and seller to complete within a 56 Day Reservation Period. Interested parties� personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold Ltd). If considering a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding. A Buyer Information Pack is provided, which you must view before bidding. The buyer is responsible for the Pack fee. For the most recent information on the Buyer Information Pack fee, please contact the iamsold team.
The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a Non-Refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price inc. VAT, subject to a minimum of �6,600 inc. VAT. This Fee is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. The Fee is considered within calculations for stamp duty. Services may be recommended by the Agent/Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than �960 inc. VAT. These services are optional.