£700,000 /Sale price

This charming grade two listed stone-built period cottage located in the heart of the highly desirable village of Harewood. This inviting property boasts modern interiors, spacious rooms, and a luxurious feel throughout. In addition, there is a fantastic annexe/studio providing additional living space. Ideal for families or professionals seeking a homely retreat.You are welcomed by a beautiful and spacious living room with exposed wooden beams and a feature fireplace, providing an ideal space for relaxing with family. There is a fabulous open plan dining kitchen which is the heart of the house and a brilliant entertaining space. The modern kitchen has attractive shaker style units fitted with granite worktops incorporating a one and a half sink bowl unit with mixer tap and high-quality integrated appliances including a gas Aga range cooker. Leading off from the kitchen is the dining area, perfect for family gatherings and entertaining guests. Having a partially open and full height ceiling, with stairs leading to the first-floor galleried landing, an original feature fireplace set in an original wooden fire surround and a further, delightful seating area. In addition, there is a useful rear hallway with access to the rear of the property, a guest WC and a utility room having storage units, integrated sink unit and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. Completing the downstairs accommodation and situated to the front of the property is a second reception room having an exposed stone wall, a central feature fireplace, wooden beams to ceiling with window and entrance door to front elevation.To the first floor there is wonderful galleried landing which provides access to three good sized double bedrooms, which all have window seats and period features. The stylish house bathroom has attractive travertine tiled walls and flooring with a fabulous, bespoke built-in unit incorporating twin handwash sink bowls and storage compartments below. A unique feature is the archway which leads through to a walk-in shower cubicle and a stand-alone, claw foot bath with 'telephone' shower attachment. On the second floor there is a further bedroom having exposed beams and stone walling, eaves storage, two skylight windows and access into a large loft space. This exquisite property boasts beautiful finishes and period charm throughout. Outside the property has a fully enclosed front garden, being laid to lawn with mature hedging providing privacy and a paved patio area, ideal for al-fresco dining or relaxing with friends and family. There is also access into the cellar via original stone steps. To the rear of the property there is an outbuilding, which is used as a home office, having Wi-Fi and telephone lines fitted, this is a perfect space for those who work from home. At the rear of the office, through an archway there is a snug/games room. There is also a useful storage room. There is potential to convert this building into a fully self-contained annexe for those who require further family accommodation. The property has a single detached garage and an additional allocated parking space. They are accessed via a shared driveway, leading into a communal courtyard area. The highly regarded village of Harewood offers a range of local amenities including a village shop, primary school, hotel/pub, a newly built children play area with tennis courts and a strong sense of local community. The highly regarded Gateways School is also located in the village, with The Grammar School at Leeds being some 4 miles to the south. Leeds 9.5 miles. Harrogate 8 miles. Wetherby and A1(M) 6 miles. Main line train station at Leeds. A regular bus service (every 15 mins) to Leeds/Harrogate/Ripon is available in the village. (All distances approximate).