3 Spencer Close, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 2UZ

A rare opportunity to own 50% in a shared ownership scheme with Yorkshire Housing (or own full 100% - £260,000 Freehold). Enjoying an enviable cul-de-sac position with far reaching views, 3 Spencer Close is located in the highly sought after Elsey Croft residential estate situated less than one mile away from Skipton Town Centre and on the edge of the stunning Yorkshire Dales National Park.

The development has been thoughtfully designed to include a delightful communal park/playground for those with younger children together with attractive perimeter footpaths around the estate enjoying far reaching views across the surrounding fields and countryside.

This superbly presented two double bedroomed mews house was constructed approximately eight years ago by the highly reputable and multi-award winning developers Skipton Properties Ltd. The home was built using traditional reclaimed stone and offers UPVC sealed unit double glazing throughout as well as gas central heating.

Offering many appealing features including private parking for 2 cars, Spencer Close will certainly be of interest to a variety of prospective purchasers looking for a picturesque location on the outskirts of the vibrant town of Skipton. A perfect opportunity for first time buyers who are searching for a 'turn key' property or even those who are downsizing - looking for an easy to maintain modern home.

With high quality fittings and fixtures, this wonderful home comprises very briefly:

Entrance hall with staircase leading up to the first floor, downstairs WC, large contemporary dining kitchen with spaces for free standing appliances, living room with French doors leading to the rear garden. On the first floor there is a landing with loft hatch access, two well planned double bedrooms and a contemporary bathroom with a three piece white suite. To the rear there is a pleasant 2 level rear garden with a stone flagged upper area leading to a lower timber decked area.

The incredibly popular market town of Skipton, known as "The Gateway to the Dales", has won many accolades in recent years, most recently being voted as the 6th happiest place to live in the UK in 2025 by Rightmove.

Catering to residents of all ages, the town offers the perfect combination of excellent schooling, easy access to countryside and an extensive choice of leisure, shopping and recreational facilities. The town is intersected by the scenic Leeds/Liverpool canal and is well known for its 11th century medieval castle and church together with a bustling high street featuring an outdoor market on the cobbled "setts" four days a week. The town offers an excellent mix of independent shops, pubs and cafes in addition to having well known branded stores and a choice of popular bars and restaurants, including the newly opened Robertshaw's Farm shop. There are excellent transport links, including a railway station providing regular daily services to Leeds, Bradford and London's King Cross Station.

With much to commend it, this very appealing home comprises in further detail:

GROUND FLOOR

ENTRANCE HALL
Composite front entrance door with sealed unit double glazing incorporating privacy glass leads into the entrance hall. Fully carpeted. Central heating radiator. Security alarm key pad. Stairs leading to the first floor landing.

DOWNSTAIRS WC
With a two piece white suite including low suite WC and small pedestal hand wash basin. Chrome heated towel rail. Vinyl flooring. Small UPVC sealed unit double glazed frosted window.

DINING KITCHEN
12'3" x 11'2" Modern fitted dining kitchen with a quality range of fitted base and wall cupboard units and contrasting laminated worktop surfaces. Stainless steel sink with matching drainer unit. White wall tiles. Concealed Ideal gas combination central heating boiler. Vinyl flooring. Useful, spacious under stairs storage. Central heating radiator. UPVC sealed unit double glazed window to front. Space for washing machine, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and free-standing electric cooker.

LIVING ROOM
15'4" x 9'7" With UPVC sealed unit double glazed French doors leading out into the rear garden. UPVC sealed unit double glazed window. TV point + satellite cables. Fitted carpets.



FIRST FLOOR

LANDING
Fully carpeted. Spindled balustrade. Loft hatch access. Central heating radiator.

BEDROOM ONE
15'4" x 9'7" A generous double bedroom with two UPVC sealed unit double glazed windows enjoying far reaching views. Central heating radiator. Fully carpeted. Deep store cupboard / wardrobe above the staircase.

BEDROOM TWO
13'4" x 8'7" Another large double bedroom with UPVC sealed unit double glazed window enjoying views towards countryside. Central heating radiator. Fully carpeted. Large triple free standing wardrobe (negotiable)

BATHROOM
Offering a modern three-piece white suite comprising of a panelled bath with thermostatic shower over and shower screen. Low suite WC. Pedestal hand wash basin. Extractor fan. UPVC sealed unit double glazed frosted window. Vinyl flooring.

LOFT
TV Aerial, lighting and electric sockets

OUTSIDE
At the front elevation there is a generous block paved private driveway for 2 cars. Bin store area.

The rear garden offers a very pleasant and secure sitting out space, planned over two separate levels. Including a large stone flagged patio area and timber decking. Wonderful views towards surrounding countryside.

TENURE
The property is LEASEHOLD under the remainder of a 120 year lease that commenced in the year 2018. The property is offered at a discounted price with rent payable for the remaining equity share (currently 50% shared ownership with YORKSHIRE HOUSING) and with the option for the purchaser to 'buy-out' the remaining share at a later date if desired, subject to conditions. However we are informed that the property can also be purchased at 100% of the open market value (£260,000) by any prospective purchaser with no restrictions whatsoever. Purchasing the full equity share would absolve the leasehold agreement, changing the Tenure to FREEHOLD. The rent payable to Yorkshire Housing, currently having 50% equity share, is £363 per month. This figure includes the ground rent and service charge.

COUNCIL TAX BAND
Craven District Council Tax Band: C

SERVICES All mains services are installed.

Please note we have not been able to test the equipment or installations in this property and recommend that prospective purchasers arrange for a qualified person to check any appliances before entering into any commitment.

VIEWING Strictly by arrangement with HARRISON BOOTHMAN. All potential viewers are advised to read a copy of our PRIVACY POLICY which can be found on our website. Alternatively a written copy is available on request.

Tel: Skipton 799993

Any floor plans are provided for informational and illustrative purposes only. Although we endeavour to provide truthful representation, we do not in any way warrant the accuracy of the floor plan information and the floor plan layout and measurements may contain errors and omissions. We are not liable for and do not accept any liability relating to any loss or damage suffered as a direct or indirect result of use of any information on the floor plan. The extent of the property and its boundaries are subject to verification by inspection of the title deeds.

These particulars were prepared from observation together with information supplied and implemented by the Vendor/s. We have not carried out a detailed professional survey.

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If you are thinking of selling your property HARRISON BOOTHMAN will be pleased to provide a FREE VALUATION for sale purposes.