Arthington, West Yorkshire · LS21
Rawden Hill
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A fantastic opportunity to acquire a substantial, three bedroom family home over 2,400 sq. ft (223 sq. m.) of living space, a double garage, ample parking and superb lawned garden gently sloping and magnificent views over the surrounding farmland only a few hundred yards from the Harewood Estate and conveniently located for Pool, Bramhope, Harewood, Otley and North Leeds.
The home, in the agent’s words
- Superb opportunity in a truly idyllic rural setting
- Three bedroom family home
- Over 2,400 sq. ft./230 sq. m.
- First floor area benefits from a kitchen, bed/living room and bathroom
- Five reception areas and fitted kitchen
- Mains electricity, private water supply and drainage
- Ripe for extension or reconfiguration
- Detached double garage
- Gardens with summer house and greenhouse
- Abutting open fields
Read the full agent description
The present owners of Bowshaws have enjoyed this unique spot for nearly 50 years. With far reaching views, a rural aspect and over 2,000 sq ft. of living space it's a home of interest.
The property will provide an almost unique opportunity for a discerning buyer to create their perfect residence in an idyllic rural location (subject to the usual consents)
The majority of the accommodation is on the ground floor and includes a sitting room with dining area, dining room, large conservatory and fitted kitchen, lounge and library area, utility and shower room, plus two/three bedrooms, a bathroom and a shower room. To the upper storey is a suite including a lounge/bedroom with juliet balcony, kitchen and bathroom.
The property has mains electricity with a private borehole water supply and a septic tank which will need to be renewed to comply with up to date regulations. Double glazing is installed with security shutters to the windows.
There is ample parking leading to an outbuilt substantial double garage with a pitched roof providing excellent under eaves storage and also ripe for conversion to an annex.
Of particular note is the stunning and extensive garden which is southerly facing, with lawns, flower boarders and sitting out areas etc. There is a large summer house which is ideal for summer entertaining, as well as a well-built greenhouse and four lockable stores. The property abuts open fields with stunning views over the surrounding countryside in a truly rural location.
Nestled in this idyllic location, the property is perfectly positioned to maximise its spectacular surroundings, offering a true sense of space and freedom. This outstanding location is situated just a few hundred yards from the renowned Harewood Estate, enjoys the benefits of its close proximity to the expansive 4,000-acre estate, featuring historic architecture, ancient woodlands, and a Grade I listed park designed by the legendary Capability Brown.
Bowshaws is situated in a most beautiful peaceful setting close to the rural hamlet of Weardley. The long distance views are stunning with only one farm building to be seen. Otley is roughly 15 minutes drive with a great range of amenities and highly reagrded schooling, Harrogate, the famous spa town is only a 35-minute drive away whilst Leeds City Centre is approximately 30 minutes away, offering a vibrant commercial and cultural scene and direct trains to London. Leeds/Bradford International Airport is roughly 15 minutes away.
Local Authority & Council Tax Band
• Leeds City Council
• Council Tax Band G
• Area of outstanding natural beauty.
Tenure, Services & Parking
• Freehold
• Mains Electricity, private water supply, septic tank, double glazing
• Double garage, driveway
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2.1 milesto Weeton Rail Station
Approximate straight-line distance · DfT NaPTAN · 13 Sept 2026Background air quality
- Fine particles · PM₂.₅
- 6.1 µg/m³ · Above the WHO guideline · well within the UK legal limit
- Nitrogen dioxide · NO₂
- 6.4 µg/m³ · Meets the WHO guideline
Annual background levels. For scale: the WHO 2021 guideline is 5 µg/m³ for PM₂.₅ and 10 for NO₂; the UK legal limit is 20 and 40. Lower is better; this is a 1 km model, not a reading at the door.
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