Bentley Lane, Meanwood, Leeds, LS6 4AJ

Chain free

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Donnelly & Co are delighted to market this substantial Victorian, stone-fronted, four-bedroom end-of-terrace family home, arranged over four floors including a useful two-room cellar and offered to the open market with no onward chain and vacant possession available on completion.

Understood to date from approximately 1890, the property is constructed in stone to the front and gable elevation, with brick construction to the rear and a traditional slate roof.

Positioned on a popular and relatively quiet road in the heart of Meanwood, the property offers generous and flexible accommodation in one of Leeds’ most desirable residential locations, with parks, independent cafés, local amenities and excellent transport links all close at hand.

For buyers looking for a sizeable family home with character, excellent proportions and considerable scope to personalise, Bentley Lane represents a particularly appealing opportunity.

Entrance hall

The entrance hall is bright and spacious, setting the tone for the generous proportions found throughout the property.

A fire door provides access into the living room, while stairs rise to the upper floors and a separate staircase gives access to the cellar.

Living room

The living room is an impressive reception space with a large bay window to the front elevation, allowing excellent natural light and providing an open urban outlook across the street.

Character details include high skirting boards and cornicing to the ceiling, helping retain the period feel of this Victorian home.

Dining room

Positioned centrally within the house, the dining room is another particularly generous reception space and enjoys pleasant open green views.

As it stands, this is a highly flexible room suitable for dining, entertaining or use as an additional sitting room. Subject to the necessary permissions and practical considerations, future owners may also wish to explore relocating the kitchen into this room to create a substantial kitchen and dining space.

A recessed former fireplace has been boxed and plastered, offering scope for reinstatement or further adaptation if desired.

Kitchen

The existing kitchen has a solid birch wood finish and remains fully operational.

It includes an electric oven, ceramic hob, plumbing for a washing machine, space for a tumble dryer and a recess suitable for a fridge freezer, together with a good range of base-level storage units.

Cellar

The cellar is accessed from the dining room and comprises two separate rooms with power and lighting.

It currently provides extremely useful storage and may offer potential for conversion or further improvement, subject to the necessary investigations, permissions and building regulations.

We understand previous occupiers used the cellar regularly for storage and considered it to be relatively dry, although buyers should satisfy themselves as to its condition through their own survey and professional advice.

First floor

A generous landing provides access to two double bedrooms and the principal family bathroom.

There is also a sizeable walk-in cupboard off the landing, offering useful storage and various potential uses.

Principal bedroom

The principal bedroom is particularly generous in size and benefits from two windows to the front elevation, creating a bright and airy room with ample space for a range of bedroom furniture.

Bedroom two

Bedroom two is another comfortable double bedroom positioned to the rear of the property, enjoying pleasant open views and retaining a number of period features.

The room also benefits from its own wash hand basin and WC, adding useful convenience and flexibility.

Family bathroom

The family bathroom is fitted with a three-piece suite comprising a low-level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and bath with electric shower over.

The room has full tiling to the walls together with a useful storage shelf above the doorway.

Second floor

A staircase rises to the second floor, where two further double bedrooms can be found.

These rooms form part of the original Victorian attic accommodation rather than a later loft conversion. Both benefit from Velux windows, fire doors and useful proportions, making this floor ideal for older children, guests, home working or a combination of uses.

The remaining roof apex is accessed via a hatch from the top landing and has been fitted with deep roof insulation.

Additional WC

A particularly useful WC is also located on the second floor and includes a wash hand basin, providing added convenience for the two bedrooms on this level.

Condition, heating & services

• The property has been professionally maintained throughout the current owner’s approximately 23 years of ownership.
• The owner advises that the property was substantially rewired following purchase in 2003 and has subsequently been maintained and updated as required. A current five-yearly Electrical Installation certification is available.
• The mains interlinked smoke alarm system has also been professionally checked and serviced annually.
• Gas central heating is provided by a Vaillant boiler installed approximately eight years ago, with radiators throughout. The owner advises that the boiler has been serviced and professionally gas-safety checked annually and is currently the only gas appliance within the property.
• The double-glazed windows pre-date the current ownership but have been maintained as required and remain functional.
• The current EPC rating is D, although the owner advises that insulation improvements have been undertaken since the last assessment.
• Gas and electricity are currently supplied by Octopus Energy, with water supplied by Yorkshire Water. The property is not water metered and is billed on standard water rates.
• A professionally installed intruder alarm system is also fitted.

Outside & parking

Being an end-of-terrace, the property benefits from a more open position than many neighbouring homes, with plentiful on-street parking available both to the front and along the side of the house.

To the rear is a small enclosed courtyard garden with attractive Victorian-style wrought iron fencing, providing a private and manageable outside space.

The property benefits from morning sun to the front and afternoon sun to the rear, together with pleasant outlooks and some wooded aspect beyond the rear.

Location

Bentley Lane occupies an excellent position in the heart of Meanwood, one of north Leeds’ most popular residential areas, combining leafy surroundings with a strong range of local amenities. Meanwood’s cafés, bars, restaurants, Waitrose, Aldi and shopping facilities are approximately a four-minute walk away, together with Meanwood Park and access to attractive local green space. Regular bus services from nearby Bentley Lane provide easy access into Leeds city centre and across north Leeds

Headingley’s wider social and cultural amenities are around a ten-minute walk away via Headingley Ridge, while the property remains pleasantly removed from its busier student areas.

Chapel Allerton, Moor Allerton Shopping Park, David Lloyd Leisure Centre, schools, supermarkets and further amenities are also conveniently accessible.

The location also provides convenient access towards Headingley, Chapel Allerton, Leeds Outer Ring Road and onward routes towards Harrogate, Wetherby and the wider motorway network.

In summary

A substantial, chain-free Victorian end terrace offering generously proportioned accommodation over four floors, two large reception rooms, a useful two-room cellar, four double bedrooms, family bathroom, additional WC and excellent further potential.

After approximately 23 years of ownership, the vendor is retiring and selling one of the final properties from a small private portfolio. The property is offered with no onward chain and immediate vacant possession available on completion.

Its combination of size, Victorian character, flexibility and highly sought-after Meanwood location makes this an exciting opportunity for buyers seeking a sizeable family home in LS6.

Agents note

Please be advised that these property details may be subject to change and must not be relied upon as an accurate description of the family home. Although the details are believed to be materially correct, their accuracy cannot be guaranteed and they do not form part of any contract.

All services and appliances must be considered untested, and a purchaser should ensure that their appointed solicitor obtains any relevant information, service records or warranty documentation.

All dimensions are approximate maximum measurements and should not be relied upon for the purposes of purchasing floor coverings.

Anti Money Laundering Regulations

All clients offering on a property will be required to provide photographic proof of identification, proof of residence and evidence of their financial ability to proceed with the purchase at the agreed offer level.

We understand that it is not always easy to obtain the required documents and will assist wherever possible.

Council Tax

This family home is in Council Tax Band C, according to the Leeds City Council website.