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Beech Lodge St. James Drive | Harrogate | North Yorkshire | HG2 8HT

BEECH LODGE

Fine & Country takes great pleasure in offering to the market Beech Lodge, a truly stunning detached family home offering one of the finest examples of contemporary living set over two floors and standing in a generous size, south facing garden affording a good degree of privacy.

This magnificent residence is situated in an enviable position just a short distance from the 200-acre Stray parkland and the town centre of Harrogate: a beautiful Spa town which has been crowned the happiest place to live in England on several occasions; with its healing mineral waters, excellent shopping facilities, excellent private and state schools, beautiful parks and the famous Bettys Cafe Tea Room. The property benefits from easy access to the business centres of Leeds, Bradford and York and the railway station connects with mainline stations into Leeds and York and London.

STEP INSIDE

Upon entry into the property a most impressive reception hall awaits with a central feature staircase leading to the first-floor accommodation having marble tiled flooring and access to a guest W/C. To the front elevation is the formal living room overlooking the gardens through a corner turret bay window with attractive ‘Herringbone’ solid wood flooring. Double doors lead through to the sensational open plan dining kitchen which forms the hub of the house and is a wonderful sociable living space. The bespoke kitchen incorporates solid wood units fitted at floor and wall height with a range of high-quality integrated appliances and quartz work surfaces including the central island and breakfast bar unit. In addition, there is ample space for formal dining, a lounging area in front of twin ‘French’ patio doors opening out to the landscaped gardens, integrated ceiling speakers and a large sky lantern window with two additional Velux windows allowing for plenty of natural light to flood the room. Leading off the kitchen is separate utility/boot room which provides internal access to the garage with a side entrance door. From the aforementioned reception hall access is gained into a second and spacious L-shaped reception room perfect for family entertainment having the provision for a cinema screen and projector. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a highly flexible room that is currently used as a gym benefitting from its own en-suite shower room but alternatively it could be used as a guest bedroom if preferred.

To the first floor the central landing area has two skylight windows and leads you to the wonderful master bedroom which is a great size, boasting a dedicated walk-in dressing room having stylish fitted wardrobes and is serviced by its own contemporary en-suite shower room. Three further well-proportioned double bedrooms all benefit from their own contemporary en-suite shower rooms.

Council Tax Band: F Tenure: Freehold

ASKING PRICE £2,000,000

STEP OUTSIDE

Externally Beech Lodge is approached via secure electric gates leading to a block paved driveway providing off street parking in front of a double integral garage having power and lighting installed. Steps to the side of the garage lead down to a practical basement storage area that could be used as an office or games room with further access to the boiler room. The fabulous, landscaped gardens enjoy a high degree of privacy having high hedged boundaries and is low maintenance with an artificial lawn to the front. An extensive south-west facing patio area and shaped lawns leading off the dining kitchen make it ideal for outdoor entertaining.

LOCATION

Harrogate is a picturesque spa town located in North Yorkshire, England. The town is famous for its healing waters, beautiful parks, and gardens. Harrogate has a rich history, dating back to the Victorian era when it was a popular destination for the wealthy to visit for the spa waters.

Harrogate is well connected by road, rail, and air. The town is easily accessible by road via the A1(M) motorway and the A61. The nearest major airport is Leeds Bradford Airport, located just 20 minutes away by car and is also well-connected by train, with frequent services to Leeds, York, and other major cities.

Harrogate has a range of excellent primary and secondary schools, including several outstanding-rated schools. Among the most popular secondary schools are St. Aidan’s Church of England High School, Harrogate Grammar School, and St John Fishers Catholic School. There are also several independent schools in the area, including Ashville College and Harrogate Ladies’ College.

Overall, Harrogate is a beautiful and well-connected town with excellent schools, making it an attractive place to live and work.

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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 28.04.2023

FINE & COUNTRY

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