Cross Green, Otley, LS21

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Spring House on Cross Green is set in the very heart of Otley. This exceptional Grade II listed former farmhouse dates back to the 1670s and offers a rare opportunity to own a home rich in history, character and charm. Thoughtfully arranged over multiple levels, the property blends period features with versatile living space, creating a home that is both distinctive and functional.
GROUND FLOOR : The ground floor provides an excellent balance of formal and informal living. A welcoming entrance hall leads through to a generous living room with a bay window and a log burner. There is an exposed stone wall with built-in shelving units to the alcoves, an oak floor, coving, a dado rail and ceiling roses.
A separate family room also has an oak floor. This is a cosy retreat with a traditional hearth, an exposed stone wall and shelving into the alcoves. Original features also include ceiling beams and a mullion window with a stone architrave and a view of the garden.
The kitchen is well-positioned for practicality and is fitted with a gas hob with an extractor fan and an electric oven. There is also an integrated fridge and dishwasher, a Belfast sink, and plumbing for a washing machine. The floor and splashbacks are tiled, and a timber stable door opens to the garden.
The dining room is perfect for entertaining or everyday use and also benefits from a smart and practical tiled floor and wall lights. The dining room opens to the conservatory, which is a particular feature of this property, with a tiled floor, an exposed stone wall and windows to three sides. This is a light-filled space ideal for relaxing and enjoying the garden view with double doors leading to the outside.
This lovely home also benefits from a ground-floor bathroom with a jacuzzi bath with a shower over the bath, a pedestal wash basin, and a W.C. The bathroom has a tiled floor and a heated towel rail.
A downstairs bedroom offers flexibility for guests and is ideal for multi-generational living. The bedroom features a tiled floor, built-in wardrobes and has French doors opening to the garden.
LOWER LEVEL: The vaulted cellar is accessed from the kitchen and offers useful storage space, has a window to the side, power and light.
FIRST FLOOR: The landing has built-in shelving and beautiful stained glass panels. The first floor has a well-proportioned layout with three double bedrooms and a single bedroom/study. The majority of bedrooms have fitted wardrobes, providing lots of storage. These rooms are full of character, with interesting shapes, ceiling beams, and period details reflecting the home’s heritage.
The master bedroom has full-length fitted wardrobes and a pitched ceiling with an exposed beam and a view of the garden. The master bedroom also features an en-suite shower room,
This floor includes a shower room and the middle bedroom benefits from a window seat and a stone architrave with views over the garden, a W.C. and a wash handbasin.
The spacious front double bedroom benefits from a bay window to the front.
SECOND FLOOR: A further staircase leads to a substantial attic bedroom, offering potential for a variety of uses. The attic bedroom has a pitched ceiling with skylight windows and views of The Chevin and lots of built-in storage. There is ample space for a dressing area or study.
OUTSIDE: To the outside, wooden gates open to the generous south west facing garden. A gravelled driveway has parking for up to six cars.. There is a lawn and a patio area, perfect for relaxing. The property is enclosed by a stone wall, a hedge and mature shrubs.
NOTES: Council tax band E: £2,776.29 p.a. Double-glazed wooden sash windows and central heating throughout.
Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) Exemption Notice
This property is a Grade II listed building and is therefore exempt from the requirement to provide an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) under the Energy Performance of Buildings (England and Wales) Regulations 2012. The exemption applies because the property is of special architectural or historic interest, and the normal energy efficiency measures would adversely affect its character.
LOCATION
Positioned on historic Cross Green, which is a conservation area, this Grade II-listed former farmhouse dates back to circa 1670, placing it at the heart of one of Otley’s earliest areas of settlement. At that time, Cross Green lay on the rural fringe of the town, characterised by smallholdings, orchards and agricultural plots, making it the ideal setting for a working farmhouse. The property would originally have formed part of this semi-rural landscape, long before Otley expanded around it. Today, it stands as a rare surviving piece of the town’s agricultural past, offering a direct connection to over 350 years of local history while now enjoying a central and highly convenient position within this thriving market town.
Otley itself is a highly desirable market town, known for its strong sense of community and excellent quality of life. Nestled in the Wharfe Valley and surrounded by beautiful countryside, it offers the perfect blend of rural charm and everyday convenience. The town centre provides a wide range of independent shops, cafes, traditional pubs and restaurants, alongside well-regarded schools and regular markets. For those needing to travel further afield, Otley is well connected to Leeds, Bradford and Harrogate, making it an ideal location for commuters who want to enjoy a more relaxed pace of life without sacrificing accessibility.