Highfield, Highfield Drive, Rawdon, Leeds

A rare opportunity to purchase a highly desirable residence which is beautifully presented and retains a wealth of character throughout. This wonderful home was built in the 1850’s and is situated in this idyllic, tranquil location, where a high degree of privacy is afforded, yet there is also convenient and easy access to excellent schools and great transport links to Leeds, Bradford, Harrogate, York and Leeds Bradford International Airport.

Highfield extends to over 3500 sq ft of flexible accommodation and comprises a welcoming entrance hall with mosaic tiled flooring throughout, an understairs cloaks cupboard with ample storage and doors leading to all the principal rooms. The charming sitting room features an open fire, cast iron radiators, panelled walls, original cornice, a ceiling rose and with stunning views to the front of the property. There is also a separate family room with wooden flooring, boasting a gas fire with a wooden surround, built in original cupboards and a door to leading to the wonderful garden. To the rear of this home is a generous dining kitchen with bespoke handmade wall and base units, Granite work tops, an integrated dishwasher and a central island with a sink. Furthermore, there is a utility room with fitted wall and base units, Granite work tops, plumbing for a washing machine, dryer and a Belfast sink. A further door leads to a guest w.c., with a high-level toilet, a vanity unit with wash hand basin and a heated towel rail. To the side of the property there is also a tiled roof orangery with original tiled flooring and doors leading to the rear of the property.

A grand staircase leads to the first floor landing where doors open to four good size bedrooms and two bathrooms. The main bedroom is triple aspect, with amazing far reaching views to the front of the property, a vanity unit, a lovely window seat and a feature decorative fireplace. A further spacious bedroom has an original fireplace and an en suite with a shower, w.c. and a wash hand basin. There are two further bedrooms, one with a vanity unit, an original fireplace and built in cupboards. The house bathroom has a claw foot bath, wash hand basin and a w.c.

A further staircase leads to the second floor where there are two spacious double bedrooms and a shower room with a toilet and wash hand basin.
Externally this fine home has a driveway leading to a large carport with power and light facilities and parking for numerous vehicles. To the front of the property is a beautiful garden which is mainly laid to lawn and enclosed with mature trees, with steps leading to a sun trap seating area ideal for alfresco dining.

There are a variety of local amenities in the centre of Rawdon which include a selection of shops and good local schools, as well as the renowned private schools of Woodhouse Grove and Bronte House. Micklefield Park and Rawdon Golf and Lawn Tennis Club are both a mere 3-minute walk away. Close to hand are also the villages of Yeadon, Horsforth and Guiseley.