Airedale Quay, Leeds, LS13

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The only bungalow on the canal side at Airedale Quay! There are homes you simply live in and then there are homes that change the way you live.

Tucked away in an elevated position on what must surely be one of the finest plots at Airedale Quay, this incredibly individual two-bedroom bungalow enjoys a front-row seat overlooking the Leeds & Liverpool Canal. Even more remarkably, it is the only bungalow positioned on the canal side at Airedale Quay, giving it a sense of rarity that is difficult to replicate.

Surrounded by mature greenery and occupying a wonderfully private corner plot, it is a home where breakfast can be enjoyed beside the water, summer evenings stretch out on the terrace and passing narrowboats provide an ever-changing backdrop to everyday life. And as daylight begins to fade, there is another little piece of magic to enjoy – the evening sky lighting up as the sun sets, creating a beautiful scenery for drinks or dinner on the terrace. It feels wonderfully removed from the outside world – part home, part hideaway and with more than a hint of a holiday retreat.

The real showstopper is undoubtedly the outside space. Extending along the canal-facing side of the bungalow is a superb newly decked raised terrace, creating an exceptional outdoor living area with an elevated outlook through the trees and directly towards the water. There is ample room for outdoor sofas, sun loungers and a dining table, making this a fabulous setting for everything from a quiet morning coffee to long lunches, barbecues and drinks as the boats drift gently past below.

French doors connect the terrace directly with the living and dining room, allowing the garden and waterside setting to become part of the interior and creating a particularly lovely flow during the warmer months. The outside space doesn't end there….

The landscaped corner plot unfolds into a series of different areas, each with its own character. A block-paved terrace provides the perfect setting for a hot tub and gazebo, while further seating areas offer quieter corners in which to relax. Steps lead down towards the canal, where an additional paved waterside seating area places you even closer to the water – a wonderfully peaceful spot from which to sit and watch life on the canal pass by.

For boating enthusiasts, the setting becomes even more exciting. There is potential to acquire a mooring site, allowing the possibility of mooring a boat virtually outside your own home and setting off along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal – whether for a leisurely afternoon on the water, a trip towards Leeds or an adventure further along the canal network. Any mooring would, of course, be subject to the relevant permissions, availability and terms.

Three useful garden sheds provide excellent storage, with one cleverly transforming into an outdoor bar – an inspired addition to a home seemingly designed for entertaining and enjoying life outdoors.

Step inside and the bungalow continues its relaxed, easy-living feel. An L-shaped entrance hallway has recently been enhanced with brand-new laminate flooring and additional insulation beneath, providing a smart and practical introduction to the accommodation.

At the heart of the home is the generous 14'6" x 10'3" living and dining room, which has been thoughtfully reconfigured by removing an internal wall to create a larger and more sociable living space. Light, neutral décor and laminate flooring keep the room bright and contemporary, but it is the connection with the outside that makes it memorable. Wide UPVC French doors frame the greenery beyond and open directly onto the raised terrace, creating the sort of outlook that changes with the seasons.

Imagine throwing open the doors on a summer morning, listening to the birds in the surrounding trees and watching the occasional narrowboat glide past while you enjoy your first coffee of the day and then returning to the terrace later as the sky changes colour with the setting sun.

The separate breakfast kitchen, measuring approximately 9'2" x 8'10", injects a little personality with its distinctive turquoise/sea-green wall and base cabinetry, complemented by contrasting work surfaces and tiled splashbacks. There is a new electric oven and new gas hob, together with a new flexible-hose sink tap, space for a fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. A window provides natural light, while the wall-mounted Vaillant boiler has also been recently serviced.

The principal bedroom is another room that makes the most of this exceptional plot. Measuring approximately 12'5" x 10'3", it is a comfortable double bedroom with wood-effect vinyl flooring and UPVC sliding doors opening directly onto its own paved garden area.

This side of the bungalow has a completely different atmosphere to the canal-facing terrace. Sheltered by mature planting and wonderfully private, it provides a peaceful morning garden outlook towards an apple tree, with the opportunity to watch the sun rise from the bedroom – a lovely reminder that this is a property designed around its surroundings.

Bedroom two, approximately 8'7" x 7'8", is a small double bedroom positioned towards the canal side of the bungalow. Equally suited to use as a guest bedroom, study or home office, it is another versatile space within this surprisingly flexible home.

Completing the accommodation is the fully tiled bathroom, fitted with a distinctive P-shaped bath and offering the choice of two shower arrangements. A new mains-connected rain shower sits above the bath, complemented by a separate electric shower positioned at the opposite end. There is also a new wash basin and WC, heated towel radiator, window and practical vinyl flooring.

The property also benefits from double glazing and gas central heating throughout with the practical convenience of its own allocated parking space.

Despite already offering an extraordinary lifestyle, the bungalow provides considerable future potential. Previous planning permission was granted in 2003 for the formation of a first-floor granny flat and there are also Building Regulations records dating from 2008 relating to proposed works, although the works were never commenced. However, anyone wishing to extend, add a first floor or alter the property would need to make their own enquiries with the relevant authorities. For somebody with imagination, however, the combination of the bungalow's unusual position and generous corner plot makes its future possibilities particularly interesting.

Rodley has become one of West Leeds' most appealing locations for buyers seeking a balance between city convenience and access to the outdoors, and from this particular position it isn't difficult to understand why.

Step outside and the Leeds & Liverpool Canal is quite literally on your doorstep. Morning walks beside the water, weekend bike rides, wildlife spotting and relaxed strolls to nearby canal-side pubs can simply become part of everyday life.

The popular Rodley Nature Reserve further enhances the area's appeal, while Rodley itself offers a growing selection of pubs, cafés, restaurants and everyday amenities. Commuters remain well placed for access towards Leeds City Centre and the wider West Yorkshire road network, yet returning home feels remarkably different from conventional suburban living.

Spend summer evenings dining on the deck as the sky lights up above you. Watch the sunrise from the bedroom. Wander down to the water with a coffee. Turn the garden shed into your own little bar for friends. Sit beneath the trees as narrowboats quietly pass by or perhaps step aboard your own and head off along the canal. A little piece of waterside escapism, hidden away in the heart of Rodley.

Properties occupying positions like this are rarely available and once you have stood on that terrace and looked out through the trees towards the canal, it is very easy to understand just how special this home really is.



ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Council Tax Band B
EPC Rating C