Dales & Shires Estate Agents are very pleased to offer for sale this charming, stylishly presented and spacious (920sqft) 3 bedroom Grade II listed stone cottage. Forming part of the converted 18th century Upper Esholt Farm, and enjoying a peaceful setting within the highly desirable conservation village of Esholt. Features include: high ceilings, exposed beams and stonework, a log burner, pleasantly spacious rooms, tasteful decoration, plentiful natural light, gas central heating (Ideal combi boiler), timber double glazing and a garden with attractive views across the Aire valley. We anticipate this property will appeal to a variety of discerning buyers, and we advise an early viewing to appreciate the location, setting, character, presentation, lifestyle and value.

The internal accommodation includes a dining kitchen, spacious lounge, downstairs WC, three bedrooms (2 doubles and 1 single) and a stylish bathroom. Externally, there is a low maintenance front garden area and parking for up to 2 cars. To the rear is an enclosed, south-west facing courtyard garden with patio, raised seating area and planted borders – ideal for relaxing and entertaining.

Esholt is a highly desirable and picturesque village, enjoying a secluded, semi-rural setting in the Aire valley, yet conveniently placed for amenities and transport links. Famous as the original setting for many Emmerdale episodes, this quintessential village has attractive historic stone buildings, a church and the popular Woolpack Inn. There is immediate access to riverside, woodland and countryside walks, including Esholt Woods and the River Aire. Baildon, Guiseley, Yeadon and the UNESCO World Heritage village of Saltaire (with Salt's Mill) are all a short drive away, offering a wide range of shops, restaurants, cafes, schools and leisure facilities. The transport links are excellent for commuting (including easy access to Leeds, Skipton, Bradford and Ilkley), with railway stations at Guiseley, Baildon and Shipley, and Leeds Bradford Airport is just a few miles away.

Sat Nav location: BD17 7RE.

Glazed front ‘stable’ door into:

Fitted kitchen with a Belfast style sink, integrated gas hob and electric oven. Space for a large fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. Dining area and front windows. Staircase to the first floor and door to the downstairs WC.

A spacious and bright reception room with log burner. Glazed double doors and windows open onto the rear garden.

Landing with loft hatch (large storage loft). All of the first floor rooms feature exposed beams, and the bedrooms enjoy pleasant views.

Large double bedroom with rear window and built-in wardrobes.

Smaller double bedroom with front window.

Good sized single bedroom with front window.

Stylish bath suite with shower over the bath. Rear roof window.

To the rear is an enclosed, south-west facing courtyard garden, with a patio, raised seating area, planted borders and shed. The garden is ideal for relaxing and entertaining, and the seating area enjoys attractive views across the Aire valley. To the front is an attractive, low maintenance garden area with space for seating and a shed, along with a parking area for up to 2 cars, accessed via the shared driveway.

The property is Grade II listed and within the Esholt Conservation Area. It also benefits from a private front parking area, and a right of access over the shared drive. To book a viewing, to ask any questions, or to make an offer, you are very welcome to contact us 7 days a week by phone or email. We are the exclusive selling agent for this property. Viewings are by appointment only.

If you are selling a property, we would love to hear from you. We have over 25 years of experience in property sales, and can handle any type of residential property or land. We have particular expertise in selling period property, individual homes, niche, lifestyle and specialist properties (e.g. equestrian, Grade II listed, rural, guest houses, land and coastal). Please call us for a friendly initial chat about our services and how we can help with selling your own property.

Dales & Shires is an independent, Yorkshire based estate agency. We are particularly experienced in selling period property and village/rural homes. We cover a large geographical area – selling successfully throughout all parts of Yorkshire and surrounding areas (including Cumbria, County Durham, Lincolnshire, Derbyshire, Lancashire and Northumberland). We can assist clients with properties in all types of location, from towns and cities, to villages, rural hamlets and coastal areas.

We provide a very personal and dedicated service to our clients. We offer free valuations and marketing advice, without a pushy sales pitch. We are straight talking, straight forward, and we provide clients with a pleasant and transparent service. Our sales fee is competitive (typically 1%+VAT) and we work on a ‘no-sale no-fee’ basis, with no long contract tie-ins and no hidden extra charges. Clients enjoy excellent marketing, successful sales and a friendly service from our very experienced and dedicated staff. Call us or visit our website dalesandshires.com for further details. To view this property, or to arrange a FREE valuation appraisal of your own property, you can contact us 7 days a week by phone or email.