5 bedroom detached house for sale

Built in the late 1890's is this truly unique five bedroom, three bathroom detached family home with detached double garage and approached at the rear via a gravel driveway providing parking for multiple cars. Built in a Gothic style the property is effectively a scaled down castle complete with ramparts, ornate stone work and stunning internal period features such as original cornicing and ceiling moulds, original floor tiles and sash windows.

With an incredibly impressive and imposing facade there is a grand entrance hall to the front with original Victorian tiling, two marble pillars and high ceilings throughout. The property benefits from fabulous proportions with a spacious living room boasting an open fire and beautiful original coving and ceiling moulds, a formal dining room also with open fire which gives access via double doors to a sunny conservatory. The sociable kitchen/breakfast room is great for entertaining and benefits from a wood burning stove and small pantry whilst there is also a downstairs w/c and separate utility room with steps down to a small cellar.
The staircase leads up to a half landing which houses the large family bathroom with separate shower and bath.
On the first floor there is the master bedroom which has the benefit of fitted wardrobes and a luxurious ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower and bath as well as lovely views. Completing the first floor accommodation is a spacious guest bedroom also with fitted wardrobes, dressing room and ensuite shower room as well as three further double bedrooms.
Sat in an elevated position with fabulous views towards the river Wharfe there are beautiful mature gardens at the front complete with seating areas, lawn, mature shrubs, composting area and all surrounded by mature trees ensuring a great deal of privacy. There is also an additional secluded patio area at the side of the house which can be accessed off the kitchen.

The popular market town of Tadcaster offers great access to Leeds and York and has excellent amenities including medical centre, restaurants, public houses, shops, supermarket and recreational facilities. The town lies within 1 mile or so of the A64 Leeds to York road with York city centre some 10 miles and Leeds city centre within 15 miles. The A1M link is only 6 miles away and railway links in Ulleskelf (2.9 miles) and Church Fenton (4 miles). The property is in the catchment area for the renowned Riverside Primary School and Tadcaster Grammar School as well as being close to St Joseph's RC School.