Ilkley is a thriving former spa town, back dropped by its famous moor, The Cow & Calf rocks and White Wells. There are excellent shopping facilities and amenities within the town as well as several Public Houses, excellent bars and restaurants, The Playhouse, a cinema and The Kings Hall and Winter Gardens.
There are excellent communications by rail and road to the larger commercial centres of Leeds and Bradford as well as bus services that also connect to nearby Skipton which is the gateway to The Dales. The Dales Way runs through Ilkley and provides picturesque riverside walks and there are also Cricket, Rugby, Football, Tennis and Hockey Clubs, as well as a swimming pool and a Lido. The large park which is only a short walk across the road is a very pleasant space for outdoor relaxation.
Beyond Ilkley lie the nearby villages of Addingham, Burley-in-Wharfedale and Menston which all have excellent Primary Schools and their own recreational facilities along with a selection of shops, Public House’s, and café’s etc.
The historic market town of Otley is situated in lower Wharfedale. Whilst no longer the record holder for the most Pub’s per head of population, there is still and excellent selection along with bar’s restaurants and cafés. Backdropped by the picturesque Chevin and country park, the town is bisected by the River Wharfe and there are many lovely walks. Excellent Primary Schools serve the highly regarded Secondary School, Prince Henry’s Grammar School and there are superb road links to the larger commercial centres of Leeds, Bradford & Harrogate, as well as to the A1. There is a regular market in the Market Square and there are Sainsbury, Asda and Waitrose supermarkets.
The villages of Pool-in-Wharfedale and Arthington are just down the road.
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Mortgage War Will Save Ilkley and LS29 Homeowners £4,876 a Year. In a recent financial turn, LS29 residents are experiencing a wave of relief as mortgage rates across the UK take a surprising dip. This reduction, led by major...
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The government has re-evaluated its stance on several eco-centric regulations, introducing essential modifications of interest to buy-to-let Leeds & Wharfedale landlords: It was planned that all landlords would be forced to...
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Is Ilkley and LS29 a Buyers’ or Sellers’ Property Market? A Comprehensive Guide for Ilkley and LS29 Homeowners In the ever-changing world of LS29 property, the terms ‘buyers’ market’ and ‘sellers’ market’ are...
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What Leeds and Wharfedale Landlords and Tenants Need to Know The most critical piece of legislation affecting the private rented sector in England has been announced today in the Houses of Parliament. The Renters Reform Bill,...
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50% of Otley and LS21 house sellers in 2022 had only been in their old home on average 5 years and 43 weeks The share of Brits moving each year has been declining since the late 1980s (when at one stage, people moved every eight...
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As a Leeds or Wharfedale Landlord, finding the right tenants for your property is essential for a successful and stress-free rental experience. Unfortunately, it can be complex and challenging to screen tenants thoroughly on your...
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Ilkley and LS29 Property Market Update: February 2023 • With the Bank of England raising interest rates and inflation high, what is happening in the Ilkley and LS29 property market? • Are properties selling in Ilkley and LS29?...
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Some of you reading this will be old enough to remember the 1970s – the bell-bottom trousers, the huge collars, frayed jeans, disco glitter balls, maxi dresses, midi skirts but above everything else - HYPER-INFLATION. With...
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I often get asked what is going to happen to Ilkley and LS29 house prices. Many things affect house prices, and it comes down to simple supply and demand. On the supply side of the equation, in the short-term, the number of people...
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Our quick and easy online valuation service is a good place to start if you are thinking of moving. Follow the instructions and there are also links just in case you need more accurate information. CLICK HERE for your FREE instant...
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Being an LS21 and LS29 landlord is undoubtedly a challenge. The glory years of making money from ‘any old property’ are certainly in the past. With increased legislation and taxation from Government and the cost-of-living...
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The predicament of the Bramhope LS16, 20 to 30 year olds who rent and their inability to get onto the housing ladder is often discussed in the press. There are 4.43m properties in the UK that are still in the private rented sector...
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Many commentators believe we have seen the peak of the LS16 property market. So, should savvy bargain hunters wait for LS16 house prices to fall? Or could postponing your house buying for any anticipated LS16 house price drop be a...
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Ilkley needs 58 additional private rented properties per year to keep up with current and future demand from Ilkley tenants. Yet over the last 5 years, Ilkley has lost 57 private rented homes. What are the 5 reasons the supply of...
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