2 bed flat for sale

Blackthorn Road, Ilkley, West Yorkshire LS29

* second floor apartment * two bedrooms * spacious living accommodation * bathroom & en suite facilities * parking and communal grounds * no onward chain *

A smartly presented and spacious two bedroomed second floor apartment enjoyiing stunning far reaching views.

5 Wordsworth House is offered for sale with no onward chain and would make an ideal first home or investment property. The apartment briefly comprises a private entrance hall, spacious sitting room, fitted kitchen, principal bedroom with en suite facilities, second bedroom and bathroom. Externally there is an allocated parking space.

Ben Rhydding is to be found on the eastern side of Ilkley. A most desirable community in its own right, favoured for its village feel with good local shops, one of the district’s most sought after primary schools, train station and Wheatley Arms Hotel. Ilkley town centre is approximately a mile away and having been voted The Sunday Times Best Place to Live in the UK 2022 offers top schools, interesting independent shops and restaurants, spectacular scenery and convenient rail links. The judges were impressed by sports clubs and the opportunities they offer for young people and the energetic community spirit: Volunteering is a big part of life in Ilkley and the town's lovely cinema and thriving market were all launched by the local residents. Situated within the heart of the Wharfe Valley, surrounded by the famous Moors to the south and the River Wharfe to the north, Ilkley is regarded as an ideal base for the Leeds / Bradford commuter.

The accommodation with electric heating, sealed unit double glazing and with approximate room sizes, comprises:
Ground floor

communal entrance hall

With stairs leading to the upper floors.
Second floor

private entrance hall

With entry phone system.
Sitting room

A light and airy reception room. Window to the side elevation and glazed french doors lead to a juliet balcony providing amazing views over towards Askwith.
Kitchen

A well equipped kitchen with a range of base and wall units and tiled splashbacks. Stainless steel sink with mixer tap. Built in electric oven and hob with filter hood over, space for fridge freezer and plumbing for an automatic washing machine. Ample room for a dining table and chairs. Tiled flooring and recessed spotlights. Window to the front elevation providing views over towards Askwith.
Bedroom one

A spacious principal bedroom having a dual aspect enjoying views towards Ilkley Moor from the rear elevation. Recessed fitted wardrobes with sliding doors. Door to:-
En suite shower room

Comprising a tiled shower cubicle, wash basin with tiled splashback and a low suite wc. Heated towel rail and wall mounted mirror fronted bathroom cabinet. Window to the side elevation.
Bedroom two

A good sized second bedroom with a window to the rear elevation enjoying views towards Ilkley Moor.
Bathroom

A three piece suite comprising a panelled bath with shower over, pedestal wash basin and a low suite wc. Wall mounted mirror fronted bathroom cabinet and tiled flooring.
Outside

parking

There is an allocated parking space included with this apartment.
Communal grounds

To the rear of Wordsworth House is a delightful communal garden area, which is maintained as an amenity for the residents of Wordsworth House.
Viewing arrangements

Strictly by prior appointment with Dale Eddison's Ilkley office.
Please note

The extent of the property and its boundaries are subject to verification by inspection of the title deeds. The measurements in these particulars are approximate and have been provided for guidance purposes only. The fixtures, fittings and appliances have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. The internal photographs used in these particulars are reproduced for general information and it cannot be inferred that any item is included in the sale.
Tenure

We are advised by our clients that the property is leasehold with the balance of 125 years from 1st January 2002. We are advised that the current ground rent is £150 per annum.
Service charge

We are advised the current service charge is £1,216.64 per annum and this is paid quarterly, which includes the cleaning and electricity of the communal areas, fire equipment maintenance, buildings insurance and external window cleaning.
Council tax

City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council Tax Band B. For further details on Bradford Council Tax Charges please visit or telephone them on .
Location

From the traffic lights on the A65 in the centre of Ilkley, proceed eastwards along Leeds Road. Continue for about a mile past Ashlands Primary School on the right hand side and take the fourth turning right into Valley Road. Take the second turning on the left hand side into Rombalds View and then the next right into Blackthorn Road. Wordsworth House will then be located on the right hand side.

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To enable us to comply with the expanded Money Laundering Regulations we are required to obtain identification from prospective buyers once a price and terms have been agreed on a purchase. Buyers are asked to please assist with this so that there is no delay in agreeing a sale. The cost payable by the successful buyer for this is £36 (inclusive of VAT) per named buyer and is paid to the firm who administer the money laundering id checks, being Iamproperty / Movebutler. Please note the property will not be marked as sold subject to contract until the appropriate identification has been provided.
Financial services

Linley and Simpson Sales Limited and Dale Eddison Limited are Introducer Appointed Representatives of Mortgage Advice Bureau Limited and Mortgage Advice Bureau (Derby) Limited who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. We routinely refer buyers to Mortgage Advice Bureau Limited. We receive a maximum of £30 per referral.