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Property for sale in Ilkely
Ilkley is a miniature Victorian spa town situated in lower Wharfedale, at the southern edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Although within easy reach of the cities of Leeds and Bradford in nearby Bronte country, Ilkley is surrounded by unspoiled scenery, with Ilkley Moor and the famous Cow and Calf rocks positioned just above the town. Ilkley Moor is the setting for the folk song "On Ilkla Moor Baht'at" - widely recognised throughout the world as Yorkshire's county "anthem". There is a good selection of houses for sale in Ilkley, including modern detached family homes, bungalows, stone built Edwardian houses, semi-detached 1930's properties and terraced cottages. There are also plenty of flats for sale in Ilkley, many of which are within modern, purpose built developments.
Amenities for properties in Ilkely
Modern Ilkley is a commuter town with an ever growing population. The tree-lined streets boast a thriving business community with over two hundred outlets and excellent shopping facilities, as well as a playhouse and a popular lido. There is a good selection of cafés, restaurants and tearooms, including one of Yorkshire's famous Betty's Tearooms, and the Michelin-starred Box Tree restaurant. If you enjoy reading and are looking to buy property in Ilkley, this is the place for you. The town hosts the largest and oldest literary festival in the north of England, with projects and residencies involving local schools and community organisations across the town. Families considering Ilkley property will discover the town has a number of schools that cater for children of all ages. The rural surroundings of Ilkley and the Moor are popular with walkers, cyclists and rock climbers.
Transport for Ilkley
When searching for property for sale in Ilkley, you can easily reach the town by road via the A65, which runs from Leeds to Skipton. The local railway station operates commuter services to Leeds and Bradford. For travelling further afield, Leeds/Bradford International airport is just 15 minutes' drive from the town centre.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Ilkley, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas to search for property for sale in Keighley, Castleford and Pontefract.