126 Bolling Road
Ben Rhydding
Ilkley
LS29 8PN
Warlbeck, Ilkley
£550,000
3 Bedroom Apartment - Duplex
- Three Bedroom Duplex Apartment
- Highly Regarded Development In A Prestigious Location
- Fully Renovated To A High Standard & Immaculately Presented
- Great-Sized Balcony & Sunroom
- Beautifully Appointed Kitchen & Generous Through Lounge/Dining Room
- Stylish Shower Room & Bathroom
- Single Garage & Driveway Parking
- Magnificent Communal Gardens
- A Short Stroll Into Ilkley Town Centre
- Council Tax Band E
Occupying a prime position in this highly regarded development close to Ilkley amenities is this fully renovated, beautifully presented, three bedroom duplex apartment with balcony, single garage and driveway parking.
The setting is stunning, originally forming part of the gardens of ‘Heathcote,’ the iconic Neoclassical villa designed by Sir Edward Lutyens. The development stands in manicured parkland with an abundance of open spaces including the original croquet lawn and quiet pathways meandering through mature woodland with many specimen trees. The property is approached via a pathway with planted beds at either side affording a blaze of colour. The communal front door with modern video entry system opens into an immaculately presented communal hallway. A short flight of stairs services just two apartments. A wooden doorway opens into a spacious private hallway, which is flooded with light from a Velux window above the stairs to the bedrooms. A charming sitting/dining room of lovely proportions has ample space for a family dining table and several sofas. Sliding patio doors allow an abundance of natural light to flood in and afford pleasant aspects over the gardens, giving access to the spacious balcony and sunroom. This is a wonderful benefit to this property and is a delightful environment in which to relax at any time of the year. The beautifully appointed, fitted kitchen has a complement of integrated appliances. A stylish, contemporary shower room completes the first-floor level accommodation whilst on the second floor there are two great-sized, double bedrooms, a single bedroom and a luxury family bathroom. Externally, there are well-tended, landscaped, communal gardens and a single garage with electric door and driveway very close to the property. There is further ample visitor parking. One only has to look around to see that this development is extremely well managed and cared for. This charming home is an ideal ‘lock up and leave’ property, Beautifully decorated in neutral tones, this is a superb, turnkey property, delightfully located in a tranquil yet most convenient location.
Ilkley is a thriving, historical, Yorkshire town, occupying a beautiful setting amidst the unspoilt, open countryside of Wharfedale with stunning scenery and the opportunity for rural pursuits. Ilkley boasts an excellent, wide range of high class shops, restaurants, cafes, pubs and everyday amenities including two supermarkets, health centre, library, Playhouse theatre and cinema. llkley has excellent sports and social facilities including the Ilkley lido pool, sports clubs for rugby, tennis, golf, cricket, hockey and football. The town benefits from high achieving schools for all ages with both state and private education well catered including Ilkley Grammar School. Ilkley is an ideal town for the commuter with frequent train services to Leeds and Bradford (around 35 minutes’ commute). With DOUBLE GLAZING, GAS FIRED CENTRAL HEATING and approximate room sizes, the immaculately presented accommodation comprises as follows:
GROUND FLOOR
The accommodation has GAS FIRED CENTRAL HEATING, SEALED UNIT DOUBLE GLAZING and with approximate room sizes, comprises:
Communal Hallway
A short pathway leads to a communal, front entrance door that opens into the immaculately presented, shared reception hall with a video entry phone system and a short flight of stairs leading to a landing, which provides access to only two apartments.
FIRST FLOOR
Private Entrance Hall
From the first-floor landing one enters a welcoming and spacious reception hallway with room for an item of furniture. A Velux window above the stairs to the bedrooms affords a good degree of natural light. A large under stairs cupboard provides useful storage and houses the new electric consumer unit. Video entry system. Carpeted flooring, radiator and wall light. Space to hang coats.
Lounge
8.0 x 3.5 (26'2" x 11'5")A wonderful living space of lovely proportions in which to relax or entertain, having ample room for a family dining table and several sofas. An Italian marble fire surround and hearth houses a flame effect remote control electric fire creating an attractive, focal point. Coving, carpeting, TV point and radiator. A window to the dining area makes for a bright atmosphere and offers a lovely view across towards Heathcote. Sliding double-glazed patio doors afford tremendous natural light and offer superb views over the manicured gardens and beyond, giving access to:-
Balcony
Almost an extension of the living space, this creates a lovely inside/outside ambiance. With room for a patio table and chairs and outdoor lighting, this is an ideal spot for relaxing or al fresco entertaining with a pleasant outlook over the croquet lawn and communal gardens. Benefitting from maintenance free, wood effect, UPVC balustrading.
Sun Room
1.98 x 1.93 (6'5" x 6'3")An additional tremendous asset to this wonderful home. Constructed from wood effect UPVC and double glazing, having light and power, this is currently used as a study but is also the ideal spot for relaxing in with a cup of tea and a good book any time of the year, enjoying the beauty of the communal grounds through the seasons.
Kitchen
3.0 x 2.7 (9'10" x 8'10")A beautifully appointed, contemporary kitchen evoking a cottage ambiance, fitted with a range of stylish, wooden fronted base and wall units with complementary worksurface over with charming, stone coloured tiled splashback. Integrated appliances include a Zanussi double oven, a Zanussi fridge/freezer, a Hotpoint dishwasher, a Samsung ceramic hob with glass splashback and stainless-steel chimney hood and extractor over. Space and plumbing for a washing machine and space for a tumble drier. A large Belfast style sink with traditional style monobloc tap sits beneath a window affording a pleasant view, again towards the iconic Ilkley villa, Heathcote. A cupboard houses the Worcester central heating boiler. LED downlighting, under pelmet lighting and TV point. White, vertical, ladder style radiator. Wood effect ceramic tiled flooring.
WC Shower Room
A luxurious, meticulously appointed, contemporary shower room with a white, fully tiled, corner shower enclosure with glazed screen and mains drench shower with separate hand held attachment, a wall mounted wash basin with chrome Monobloc tap and a low level w/c. Fully tiled walls with attractive accent tiles and matching tiled flooring. Chrome, ladder, towel radiator, LED downlighting and extractor fan. Fitted, illuminated wall mirror with demister. This shower room doubles up as a guest cloakroom being situated close to the living space.
SECOND FLOOR
Landing
A broad, carpeted staircase from the first floor with a Velux roof light over, leads to a bright and spacious landing with useful linen cupboard. Access to a part boarded loft space with a mains light and pull switch.
Bedroom One
3.8 x 3.5 (12'5" x 11'5")A great-sized, double room - a haven of peace and calm, with a dormer window with fitted blinds and black out blind to the front elevation offering charming views over the gardens and countryside beyond. Storage is amply catered for with two sets of stylish, fitted wardrobes. Ceiling light, carpeting and TV point.
Bedroom Two
3.5 x 3.2 (11'5" x 10'5")A bright and spacious, double bedroom to the rear elevation. Light floods in through a Velux window with fitted blind operated by remote control, affording aspects up to the moors. Space for a wardrobe, carpeted flooring and radiator. Extremely generous under eaves storage with light.
Bedroom Three
3.0 x 2.2 (9'10" x 7'2")A generous, single room, that would also make a great study if required, with a Velux window with remote control. fitted blind and useful recessed shelf. Great-sized under-eaves store cupboard with light. Carpeting and radiator.
Bathroom
Another beautifully appointed, contemporary bathroom. Fitted with a panel bath with mains drench shower over with hand held wand shower attachment and glazed screen, a vanity washbasin with monobloc tap and two drawers and a low-level w/c. Chrome, ladder, towel radiator, illuminated fitted wall mirror with demister, LED downlighting and extractor fan. Fully tiled to the walls with attractive, complementary accent tiles and matching tiled flooring.
OUTSIDE
Single Garage
Located in a very close to the communal entrance door, making it very handy when bringing shopping home. Fitted with a remote control electric door. A mezzanine floor provides useful storage. Separate electric fuse box for the garage. Space to park a car in front.
Communal Gardens
The property benefits from immaculately maintained communal gardens and woodland. A pathway through a charming, wooded area via a small footbridge over a stream leads to a locked gate (owners have keys) giving access to Grove Road, with a short walk into central Ilkley and it’s many amenities and there is ample visitor parking and driveway parking for one car in front of the garage.
TENURE
We understand from our vendors that the property is leasehold with approximately 960 years remaining on a 999 year lease from 1st August 1987. The ground rent is £25 per annum and the annual service charge is £3,089 to include all external building repairs, building insurance, heating and lighting of the communal areas, window cleaning and maintenance of the communal gardens. The management company is Warlbeck Management Company/Carling Jones. The Freehold is shared between the twenty Warlbeck owners with each property being issued with one share. One cat or one caged bird is permitted. No dogs are allowed although visiting dogs are permitted.
NOTES
There is no age restriction. One cat or one caged bird is permitted. The property is located within the Ilkley conservation area and tree preservation orders are in place.
UTILITIES & SERVICES
The property benefits from mains gas, electricity and drainage.
It has Superfast Fibre broadband.
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Energy Efficiency and Environmental Impact
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