Farfield Road, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD18

This impressive and beautifully presented detached residence offers substantial and versatile accommodation, ideal for modern family living. Boasting six generously sized bedrooms, the property provides ample space for growing families or those seeking flexible living arrangements.
The ground and lower ground floors each feature an elegant and well-proportioned reception room, perfect for both formal entertaining and relaxed everyday living, alongside an additional study, ideal for home working or use as a quiet reading room.
The property further benefits from a well-appointed family bathroom, complemented by an additional shower room, ensuring convenience for busy households. Throughout, the home offers a wonderful balance of space, comfort, and practicality, all set within a highly desirable setting.


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Shipley is a well-connected and characterful market town in West Yorkshire, offering an appealing blend of scenic surroundings, strong transport links, and a growing local community. Situated on the edge of the Aire Valley and within close proximity to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Saltaire, Shipley combines historic charm with modern convenience. The area is known for its attractive stone architecture, leafy canal-side walks along the Leeds–Liverpool Canal, and easy access to the stunning countryside of Ilkley Moor. Shipley benefits from excellent transport connections, with regular rail services providing direct access to Leeds, Bradford, and Skipton, making it a popular choice for commuters. The town centre offers a range of everyday amenities, including independent shops, cafés, supermarkets, and well-regarded schools. The area has seen ongoing regeneration in recent years, attracting a mix of first-time buyers, families, and professionals seeking good value for money without compromising on lifestyle.

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This impressive and beautifully presented detached residence offers substantial and versatile accommodation, ideal for modern family living. Boasting six generously sized bedrooms, the property provides ample space for growing families or those seeking flexible living arrangements. The ground and lower ground floors each feature an elegant and well-proportioned reception room, perfect for both formal entertaining and relaxed everyday living, alongside an additional study, ideal for home working or use as a quiet reading room. The property further benefits from a well-appointed family bathroom, complemented by an additional shower room, ensuring convenience for busy households. Throughout, the home offers a wonderful balance of space, comfort, and practicality, all set within a highly desirable setting.

GROUND FLOOR


Hallway
The property is entered via a spacious and welcoming hallway, featuring an original staircase that adds character and charm. The space is enhanced by hardwood flooring, high skirting boards, and impressive high ceilings, complemented by decorative architraves and a traditional picture rail, creating an elegant and timeless first impression.

Kitchen – Dining Room
The kitchen and dining room form a spacious and sociable heart of the home, ideal for family living and entertaining. A beautiful bay window, complete with original stained glass detailing, allows for an abundance of natural light while adding a distinctive character feature. The kitchen is fitted with a John Lewis/Smeg stove with an overhead extractor fan, alongside a built-in dishwasher for added convenience. The room further benefits from high ceilings and decorative architraves, enhancing the sense of space and period charm throughout.

Sitting room
The sitting room is a generously proportioned and elegant reception space, featuring high ceilings adorned with decorative architraves and a traditional picture rail. A striking ceiling rose adds further period charm, while the large bay window, complete with original stained glass panels, allows natural light to flood the room. A central focal point is provided by a tiled hearth housing a multi-fuel stove, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for both relaxing evenings and entertaining guests.

FIRST FLOOR


Bedroom One 4.7 x 4.3
Bedroom One is a spacious and beautifully proportioned double room, featuring a large sash window that fills the space with natural light. The room benefits from two generous fitted wardrobes, providing ample storage, while high ceilings with decorative architraves and an elegant ceiling rose enhance the sense of character and charm. A bright and airy principal bedroom, ideal for comfortable living.

Bedroom Two 4.4 x4.3
Bedroom Two is a generously sized double room, featuring a large sash window that provides plenty of natural light. The room benefits from high ceilings, complemented by an attractive ceiling rose and decorative architraves, creating a bright and elegant space with charming period features.

Bedroom Six 3.0 x 2.7
Bedroom Six is currently utilised as a home office but offers sufficient space to serve as a comfortable child’s bedroom. The room features a sash window providing natural light, along with high ceilings and decorative architraves, maintaining the property’s characterful feel throughout.

Bathroom
The family bathroom is beautifully appointed, featuring a classic roll-top bath alongside a separate shower cubicle. A freestanding hand basin adds to the room’s traditional charm, while a stained glass sash window with added privacy glazing allows natural light to filter through while maintaining discretion

SECOND FLOOR


Bedroom Three 4.6 x 4.3
Bedroom Three is a well-proportioned double attic room, offering a bright and airy feel. It features a side sash window along with a large Velux roof window fitted with a built-in blind, allowing for plenty of natural light. The room is further enhanced by a contemporary tower radiator, combining comfort with practicality.

Bedroom Four 4.7 x 4.3
Bedroom Four is a spacious double attic room, flooded with natural light from a large Velux window complete with a built-in blind. The room is complemented by a modern tower radiator, providing both style and comfort, making it a versatile and inviting space.

Bedroom Five 3.0 x 2.8
Bedroom Five is currently used as a home cinema or movie space, featuring a Velux window with a built-in blind. The room’s size and light make it an ideal candidate for a home office, study, or additional bedroom, offering flexibility to suit a variety of needs.

Shower room
The shower room, located on the second floor, is thoughtfully designed with a shower cubicle, WC, and a freestanding hand basin. A Velux window allows natural light to fill the space, creating a bright and functional bathroom area.

LOWER GROUND FLOOR


Hallway
The lower ground floor benefits from its own private access via the side of the property, making it an ideal space for guests or teenage children. This separate entrance adds flexibility and independence, creating a self-contained feel while still being part of the main home.

Family Room
The family room, situated on the lower ground floor, is a spacious and versatile living area, enhanced by decorative architraves and a picture rail. A bay window with windows to three sides floods the room with natural light, while an original fireplace with a tiled hearth provides a charming focal point, combining character with a welcoming atmosphere.

Study
The study, also located on the lower ground floor, offers a quiet and functional workspace. A window allows natural light to fill the room, and it conveniently leads to a W.C. The space retains period character with an original fireplace cut-out, accented by a wooden beam above, creating a charming and versatile area.

The cellar room
Currently used for storage and provides access to the utility room. With its generous proportions, this versatile space offers excellent potential to be converted into additional living accommodation, home gym, or entertainment area, subject to the usual permissions.

Utility Room
The utility room is a practical and well-equipped space, featuring plumbing for a washing machine and ample room for laundry tasks. It provides a convenient area for all household chores, keeping the main living spaces clutter-free.

Boiler Room
The boiler room, also known as the “man cave,” houses the home’s boiler and serves as a practical storage area. It is ideal for keeping tools, garden equipment, and outdoor furniture, making it a functional and versatile space.

Outside
The property is complemented by attractive wrap-around gardens, predominantly laid to lawn, providing ample outdoor space for relaxation, play, and entertaining. A driveway to the front offers parking for 3–4 vehicles, combining practicality with the charm of the surrounding gardens.

Additional Bonuses
This already exceptional home comes with a number of thoughtful modern upgrades and hidden gems. During rewiring, network ports were installed in all top-floor bedrooms and in the lower ground family room ensuring strong connectivity throughout the house. A network point has also been added in the lounge beside the TV aerial, offering a reliable backup to WiFi. For added peace of mind, the property is also equipped with CCTV, providing extra security while remaining discreet. These practical enhancements perfectly complement the character and charm of this beautiful home.