2 bed detached house for sale

Gildersome Lane, Gildersome, Morley, Leeds LS27

A rare opportunity to acquire this charming detached stone cottage, occupying an idyllic semi-rural position with approximately 1/4 acres of beautifully established gardens, an orchard and stunning open countryside views. Offered to the market with no onward chain, Thornfield Cottage combines timeless character with immediate comfort and exciting potential to extend or modernise (subject to the necessary consents). Benefiting from a conservatory, cellar, garage, off-road parking, two double bedrooms, a recently fitted boiler and double glazing throughout, this unique home offers the perfect blend of period charm, privacy and future possibilities.
Location

Gildersome is a highly regarded village situated between Leeds and Bradford, offering the perfect balance of semi-rural charm and excellent commuter links. The area enjoys convenient access to the M62 and M621 motorway networks, making it an ideal location for those travelling across West Yorkshire, while nearby Morley railway station provides regular services to Leeds, Manchester and beyond. Gildersome itself offers a range of everyday amenities including local shops, cafés, traditional pubs, a primary school and recreational facilities, with more extensive shopping and leisure opportunities available in nearby Morley, Birstall Retail Park and Leeds city centre. Surrounded by attractive countryside and open green spaces, the village is well placed for scenic walks while remaining within easy reach of major business centres, making it a popular choice for families and professionals alike.
Ground floor

The welcoming conservatory provides a bright and versatile entrance to the home, enjoying delightful views across the gardens and creating an ideal space to relax throughout the seasons. From here, the accommodation flows into the hall/cloak room giving access into the spacious lounge, where a feature gas fireplace forms an attractive focal point, complemented by laminate flooring and a warm, inviting atmosphere. The kitchen is fitted with an electric oven and tiled flooring, offering a practical working space with excellent scope for sympathetic modernisation. A door leads down to the useful cellar, providing additional storage and utility potential.
Lower ground floor

Accessed from the kitchen, the cellar offers valuable additional space with excellent storage potential. Benefiting from a traditional well connection, it presents a wealth of possibilities for a variety of uses, subject to individual requirements.
First floor

The first floor offers two well-proportioned double bedrooms. The principal bedroom enjoys attractive views over the surrounding countryside, while the second bedroom benefits from built-in wardrobes and laminate flooring. Completing the accommodation is the family bathroom, fitted with a bath, wash basin, WC and a large built in storage cupboard, offering further opportunity for updating to suit modern tastes. The loft is fully boarded and insulated with lighting installed, providing useful additional storage space.
Outside

Thornfield Cottage occupies exceptional grounds extending to approximately 1/4 acre, creating a wonderful sense of privacy and tranquillity. The mature gardens feature established planting, ornamental beds and planters, a traditional garden well, a large productive vegetable patch and a well-established orchard, all enjoying an attractive outlook across neighbouring fields. To the front, there is off-road parking alongside a garage with electricity, while the property's rendered roadside elevation gives way to attractive stone elevations to the remaining aspects, enhancing its traditional cottage appeal.
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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.