AN OUTSTANDING and RARE OPPORTUNITY for a larger growing family to purchase this SUPERB SEMI-DETACHED RESIDENCE, built in the EARLY EDWARDIAN ERA (1904) and the MOST IMPRESSIVE SIZE OF WHICH is impossible to assess and appreciate without an internal inspection, as the property offers EXTENSIVE ACCOMMODATION ARRANGED OVER THREE FLOORS and also has a very useful cellar. Set on a VERY PLEASANT CORNER SITE, (corner of West Parade) and WELL SCREENED FROM THE ROAD by an established beech hedge, the property, which, is one of only a pair of this style is MOST APPEALING IN STYLE and APPEARANCE and also benefits from A VERY WIDE IMPRESSIVE FRONTAGE. This FINE FAMILY HOME retains many of the BEAUTIFUL ORIGINAL PERIOD FEATURES providing IMMENSE CHARM and CHARACTER and our clients have successfully and sympathetically combined these with a CONTEMPORARY THEME and STYLE in parts of the property to create A VERY INDIVIDUAL HOME OF GREAT APPEAL and one which is very tastefully decorated and fitted and appointed to a high standard. There is also EXCELLENT VERSATILITY IN THE LAYOUT and the way in which some of the rooms - which are of generally very generous proportions, can be used and are adaptable to individual family requirements and the BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED ACCOMMODATION which features THREE RECEPTION ROOMS and up to SIX BEDROOMS (if required) including a very impressive master suite of excellent size with en-suite bathroom, and the property also has FOUR TOILETS - two of which are on the ground floor. The VERY PLEASANT, MAINLY PRIVATE GARDENS TO THREE SIDES further enhance the property and there is also a DETACHED TWO-CAR (side by side) GARAGE with access from West Parade.

AMENITIES: WEST PARK is a much sought after, established family residential location to the north-west of Leeds (approximately five miles) and is in a very convenient position for comfortable daily commuting, by car, to the commercial centres of Leeds and Bradford and also the former spa towns of Harrogate and Ilkley. There are regular public transport facilities to Leeds city centre, via Headingley and the university, on the nearby Otley Road which is only several minute's walk from the property. There is a local shopping parade on Spen Lane which includes a Co-op, a chemist, post office and popular fish and chip shop and this is approximately 10 minute's walk via open green space and playing fields or less than five minute's drive by car. More extensive shopping facilities can be found at Headingley, Horsforth, Moortown and Meanwood and all of which are within 10-15 minute's drive and offer a choice of supermarkets including Waitrose, Sainsbury's and Morrisons. The famous Golden Acre Park is approximately three miles and barely 10 minute's drive, as is delightful open countryside. Leeds Bradford Airport is about 20 minute's drive. The Village Hotel and Leisure Club is about 10 minute's walk and West Park parades (similar distance) have hair and beauty salons, a coffee bar, restaurants as well as a useful launderette. There are popular primary and secondary schools in the area including St Chads Church of England Primary School, which is only several minute's walk from the property. The "VIBRANT" AREA OF HEADINGLEY is a short bus ride or approximately 20 minute's walk and has an excellent choice of shopping facilities, a mix of trendy bars and traditional flagged floor pubs and popular restaurants. Other leisure facilities in the area include Cottage Road Cinema and both the Headingley cricket and rugby grounds.

DIRECTIONS: FROM THE ROUNDABOUT AT THE JUNCTION OF WEST PARK RING ROAD AND THE MAIN OTLEY ROAD (near the former Weetwood Police Station) proceed on the A660 in the direction of Leeds for about one fifth of a mile until reaching the small roundabout by West Park parades. At this roundabout (diagonally across from our office) turn right into Spen Road, when "Hillcrest" is then on the left - JUST BEYOND the junction with Thornfield Road and ON THE CORNER OF WEST PARADE.

ACCOMMODATION: The property, which, has GAS CENTRAL HEATING, also has SOME DOUBLE GLAZED SEALED UNIT WINDOWS as described below, and the BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED EXTENSIVE FAMILY ACCOMMODATION including mainly original internal doors, briefly comprises:

GROUND FLOOR

WIDE ARCH SHAPED OPEN PORCH in a "TURRET" STYLE, immediately creating interest, and providing covered access to the.....

ORIGINAL FRONT DOOR with exposed pine on the interior and with a colourful, oval-shaped, stained glass leaded panel inset with adjacent complementing stained glass leaded side screen, and leading to the.....

RECEPTION HALL OF GOOD SIZE with ample space to display an item of furniture and engineered oak panelled floor and original delft display rack plus original lovely cornice to the ceiling plus an arch shaped aperture feature and all of which enhance the charm and character, which is sustained throughout this superb family home. Traditional style central heating radiator.

GUEST CLOAKROOM with feature upright original oval shaped stained glass leaded window and the fittings comprise white low suite WC with dual flush and polished natural stone circular shaped wash hand basin with chrome dual flow tap. Travertine tiles adjacent to the fittings.

ELEGANT AND VERY WELL LIT DRAWING ROOM with generous, wide and tall five-sectional bow window, to the front elevation, with stained glass leaded panels to the top section and WELL SCREENED FROM THE ROAD. Handsome oak fire surround with marble interior and matching marble hearth and a real flame coal effect gas fire, and a most attractive feature and the focal point of the room. Notice the height of the ceiling and picture rail and also the depth of the skirting boards! This room also has THE BENEFIT OF ELECTRIC UNDERFLOOR HEATING, and a convector radiator - from the central heating boiler.

LIVING-DINING ROOM with exposed floorboards and WINDOWS TO TWO WALLS affording excellent natural light to the room and different aspects. The main window is a very wide and tall bay window, to the rear elevation, with traditional style central heating radiator beneath and NO OTHER PROPERTIES' WINDOWS FACING. There are also lovely original stained glass leaded panels adding interest and character. Oak fire surround, complementing the door from the hall, and with cast iron interior and black tiled hearth. Exposed original pine skirting boards, a second central heating radiator and lovely original cornice to the high ceiling, enhancing the elegance and style.

FAMILY SNUG or PLAYROOM/MUSIC ROOM or HOME OFFICE with the continuation of the engineered oak panelled floor from the reception hall, creating a very appealing overall appearance and French style doors to the rear garden. WALK-IN OPEN PLAN RECESSED STORE PLACE, and a traditional style central heating radiator.

BREAKFAST-DINING KITCHEN with an attractive split-level concept in part, adding interest to the room and there are the original floor to ceiling exposed pine fronted shelved storage units, providing a characterful feature and also a very practical storage use. Mosaic style tiled floor with colourful decorative centre-piece, and the kitchen is WELL PLANNED and TASTEFULLY FITTED with a range of "light oak" style fronted base units with thick granite working surface and a one and a half bowl stainless steel inset sink with dual flow tap and single side drainer - carved in the granite and adjacent to the double glazed sealed unit window. Matching wall units plus a smoked glass fronted china storage cabinet with glass shelves, and practical ceramic splash tiling plus concealed lighting above the main working area. Concealed sliding pull-out storage drawers to maximise the storage space and deep pan storage drawers also concealed from view. Integrated BOSCH automatic dishwasher, space for upright fridge/freezer and fitted STOVES range style cooker in a part-tiled recess and comprising five-burner gas hob with wide electric, fan assisted oven beneath and utensil storage drawer under, stainless steel splashback and STOVES three-speed ducted cooker hood and light above. Convector radiator - from the central heating boiler and down-lighters to the ceiling, for added effect.

LAUNDRY-UTILITY ROOM/BOOT ROOM approached via a pine door from the kitchen and with tiled floor and fitted unit for vacuum cleaner and ironing board storage. Belfast style sink with chrome dual flow tap beneath the double glazed sealed unit side window with adjacent wood block working surface and cupboard unit beneath. Plumbing for automatic washing machine and hardwood rear outer door.

SECOND GROUND FLOOR LOW SUITE WC (ideal for use when in the garden) with quarry tiled style floor and ceramic tiling to approximately half wall height and window with patterned glass for privacy.

CONCEALED TIMBER STAIRCASE with hand rail, provides access from the kitchen down to the.....

BASEMENT LEVEL with tiled floor and comprising;

DRYING ROOM or potential SECOND UTILITY ROOM with space for tumble dryer and housing the IDEAL STANDARD central heating boiler.

POTENTIAL HOBBIES WORKSHOP or JUST USEFUL STORAGE SPACE.

FURTHER STORE ROOM plus an open plan under stairs storage area.

THE LOVELY ORIGINAL, BALUSTRADED, TURNED STAIRCASE has a CORNER WINDOW ON THE HALF LANDING with THE BEAUTIFUL ORIGINAL STAINED GLASS LEADED WINDOWS

FIRST FLOOR

VERY LONG, LIGHT LANDING with double glazed sealed unit non-opening window which has secondary glazed stained glass leaded window above, and central heating radiator. There is also a DEEP WALK-IN RECESSED FLOOR TO CEILING CLOTHES HANGING/STORAGE CUPBOARD and on the opposite wall a recessed airing cupboard with slatted linen shelves.

THE IMPRESSIVE MASTER SUITE comprises;.....

BEDROOM ONE with wide and tall four-sectional window, to the front elevation, from where there is A DELIGHTFUL OUTLOOK OVER SCHOOL PLAYING FIELDS plus A LOVEL

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