A true Yorkshire gem for sale a mile from Ilkley town centre

Friars Hill dates from 1923 and Dacres describes it as one the region’s finest family homes and a true Yorkshire gem.

Friars Hill (Image: submitted)

The five-bedroom property sits in a beautiful, tranquil setting at the head of Owler Park Road, surrounded by approximately 3.4 acres of grounds with sweeping lawns, mature trees and formal sheltered gardens, which include a former tennis court.

Friars Hill (Image: submitted)

On the ground floor there’s a grand reception hall with a splendid oak finished return staircase off to a gallery landing, an impressive dining room, an elegantly proportioned sitting room and living kitchen with a substantial island, integrated breakfast bar and four oven oil-fired Aga.

There’s also a cloakroom, boot room, laundry, playroom and a garden room with two sets of French doors leading out to lovely terraces.

Friars Hill (Image: submitted)

Upstairs is a principal bedroom complete with ensuite and dressing room, as well as four further double bedrooms, two of which are ensuite. There’s also a house bathroom and study.

Patrick McCutcheon, head of residential at Dacre, Son & Hartley, said: “Friars Hill is an incredibly rare ‘generational opportunity’ to acquire a period property with a hugely endearing and welcoming style.

Friars Hill in Middleton, Ilkley (Image: submitted)

“Of all the fabulous homes I have seen in Wharfedale, Friars Hill is unquestionably amongst the very best. A home that combines warmth and country style with privacy, space and well-balanced living. The grounds are a delight, offering ample space to meander or entertain on the sunny terraces or within the more sheltered and charming kitchen garden.”

Outside there’s a studio or gym, with French doors, roof lights, wood burning stove, kitchenette, store and WC.

In addition, a detached building offers a double garage, adjacent store, wine cave and WC, with a first-floor storage area, office and separate walk-in store.

The gardens at Friar Hill, Middleton, Ilkley (Image: submitted)

Patrick added: “For those with a requirement to work from home, the purpose-built office provides privacy and space, whilst the studio would be equally suitable as a gym or, thanks to the provision of a kitchenette and WC, a guest annexe.

“The opportunity to acquire Friars Hill will be a very exciting one for homebuyers looking for a very special property in a magnificent setting.”

Friars Hill is for sale with a guide price of £5.5m.

For more details and to arrange a viewing contact Dacre, Son & Hartley’s Ilkley office on 01943 600655 or visit www.dacres.co.uk