Surprise Cottage, York Gate, Otley, West Yorkshire

Enjoying a rural setting, nestling into Otley's famous Chevin, this individual detached bungalow occupies an impressive site of generous proportions which includes a paddock to the rear and there is also the benefit of timber stables for those with equine interests.

The property itself provides comfortable, smartly presented space all on one level, ample to accommodate a family and may also suit a couple etc. This attractive, much loved, family home has clearly been cared for and enjoyed by our clients over many years and it comprises an Entrance Lobby, Lounge with connecting Dining Room which has a focal point provided by a stone chimney breast which incorporates a recessed log burning stove, and both rooms have far reaching views over the deep front garden, across the valley opposite. There is a Snug/Home office via a door at the rear of the Lounge which adds some flexibility to the accommodation, possibly a fourth bedroom, and the Breakfast Kitchen is fitted with wall and base cabinets with working surfaces over, incorporating a sink beneath the window looking into the Rear Porch, and the there is also an electric undermounted oven and tiled floor. There is an Inner Hall from the Dining Room leading to Three Bedrooms all of which would be considered double bedrooms, and there is also the benefit of a very smart, modern fitted Shower Room which has a three-piece white suite comprising a large shower area with screen and electric shower, vanity wash basin and WC, complemented by tiling to full height in the wet area and smart panelling to half level on the other walls.

OUTSIDE

The property has the benefit of being stood with an established private garden of very good size which incorporates a lawn garden to the front which is dissected by a path which leads from the front door down to a garden gate within a drystone wall on to York Gate. To the left there is a mature hedge separating the front garden from a further lawned area and the drive. To the rear of the bungalow there is a further formal garden area which is ideal for outdoor relaxation and a kitchen garden area.

Care Port and Stables

At the top of the drive there is a timber stable and adjoining car port and just beyond there is a paved yard and a further timber stable buildings incorporating five loose boxes.

Paddock

Beyond the stables there is a paddock of very good size (around 1.68 acres as shown in the plan attached) which rises above the property and has superb views across the valley from the top. There is gated access from the yard in front of the stables into the paddock.

SERVICES

The property has the benefit of being served with spring water via a bore hole. We understand that this also serves two other neighbouring properties. The property also has a septic tank/soakaway and mains electricity.

ACCOMMODATION

The accommodation has the benefit of uPVC double glazed windows (not kitchen window or rear porch) and electric heating. All room sizes quoted are approximate.

AMENITIES

The nearby historic and active market town of Otley has excellent shopping facilities include a choice of supermarkets (Waitrose, Sainsbury's and Asda) and there are popular restaurants, wine bars and welcoming public houses. There are children's recreational areas with swings and slides, etc. Prince Henry's Grammar School has an excellent reputation and the property is ideally located for comfortable daily commuting, by car, to the commercial centres of Leeds and Bradford as well as the former spa towns of Harrogate and Ilkley.

Please Note: The extent of the property and its boundaries are subject to verification by an inspection of the deeds.