4 bed detached house for sale

Rufford Avenue, Yeadon, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS19

Rufford House is an exceptional detached residence extending to over 4,000 sq ft, combining substantial accommodation with outstanding leisure and lifestyle facilities. The property features four generous bedroom suites, multiple reception and entertaining spaces, a superb dining kitchen, games room, office/gym and an impressive indoor swimming pool and spa complex. Set behind electrically operated gates, the property offers privacy and exclusivity, while the principal bedroom benefits from access to a substantial first-floor sun terrace. Outside, low-maintenance terraces provide excellent entertaining space, complemented by significant energy improvements including 29 solar panels, approximately 30kWh of battery storage, EV charging and two German boilers installed in 2022. A truly distinctive prestige home offering exceptional space, privacy and modern living.
Location

This property is situated in a very enviable location close to access routes yet retaining a semi-rural feel. Yeadon town centre has many amenities including a wide range of shops and recreational facilities with excellent local schools and is close to the neighbouring town of Guiseley and Rawdon where there are further shops and restaurants. The A65 goes directly into Leeds City centre with access routes to Bradford City centre. There is a rail link from Guiseley station and Horsforth stations to Leeds. For the more travelled, Leeds/Bradford Airport is a short drive away.
Ground floor

Entering through substantial double oak doors, the impressive scale of Rufford House is immediately apparent. A bright entrance area leads into the main hallway, where herringbone flooring and a solid wood staircase create an elegant introduction to the accommodation. The generous main lounge provides a comfortable family and entertaining space, with extensive glazing overlooking the indoor pool complex and a contemporary gas fire creating a focal point. Further flexible accommodation provides excellent options for use as a home office, gym or additional reception room. A particular highlight is the vaulted dining and entertaining room, designed around social living with ambient lighting, a dramatic ceiling and extensive glazing. Bi-folding doors open directly into the pool complex, while further doors connect with the outdoor seating and BBQ terrace. At the heart of the home, the exceptional dining kitchen combines contemporary cabinetry with quartz work surfaces, breakfast-bar seating and a comprehensive range of neff and AEG appliances. The specification includes gas and induction cooking, Teppanyaki plate, multiple ovens including steam facilities, warming drawer, integrated refrigeration, freezer and dishwasher. Large rooflights flood the room with natural light, while doors provide direct access outside. A separate utility room continues the cabinetry and quartz finishes, providing useful additional storage and dedicated laundry facilities. The substantial games room further demonstrates the versatility of the accommodation, currently offering space for a full-size pool table, bar and additional office area.
Pool & leisure suite

One of Rufford House's most impressive features is its private indoor leisure complex. The heated swimming pool measures approximately 7.5m x 3.8m and is maintained at around 28°C, creating a superb year-round facility. Floor-to-ceiling glazing and rooflights give the pool room a bright, open feel, while underwater lighting creates a more atmospheric setting during the evening. A bespoke electrically operated thermal pool cover assists with heat retention and safety. Alongside the pool is a dedicated spa and relaxation area with space for loungers, together with a separate changing and shower suite incorporating twin wash basins, WC and rainfall shower. A dedicated Calorex heat-recovery system serves the pool and changing areas, helping to improve the efficiency of this exceptional leisure facility.
First floor

The impressive sense of scale continues to the first floor, where the accommodation has been designed around four genuine bedroom suites. The principal bedroom is particularly impressive, featuring a substantial double bedroom, bespoke fitted wardrobes and dedicated dressing space, together with a contemporary en-suite shower room. Bi-folding doors open directly onto the large first-floor terrace, providing an attractive private outdoor retreat. Bedroom two is another generous double room, extending to approximately 5.7m in length, with windows to two elevations, a walk-in wardrobe and a private en-suite featuring a large wet-room-style rainfall shower. Bedrooms three and four continue the high standard, both providing generous accommodation, walk-in wardrobe facilities and their own private en-suite bathrooms, including Jacuzzi-style baths. The first-floor landing also benefits from recently installed bi-folding doors opening onto the terrace, creating a strong connection between the upper level and the property's outdoor entertaining space.
Outside

Rufford House is approached via a long private driveway leading through electrically operated gates to a substantial parking area capable of accommodating numerous vehicles. The outdoor space has been thoughtfully designed for ease of maintenance, with the emphasis placed on attractive terraces, seating and entertaining areas rather than extensive lawns. To the rear, a contemporary private terrace provides an excellent setting for outdoor dining and BBQs, with convenient access from the kitchen and principal entertaining rooms. The substantial first-floor sun terrace measures approximately 7.9m x 2.9m and provides a valuable additional outdoor space, accessed directly from both the first-floor landing and principal bedroom. External storage and a dedicated plant room complete the outside accommodation, with the latter housing the pool equipment and two German boilers installed in 2022.
Renewable energy & efficiency

Significant investment has been made in the property's energy infrastructure, including 29 x 500W all-black solar panels and a Fox Pro Cube battery system providing approximately 30kWh of storage. The system enables solar energy generated during daylight hours to be stored for later use, while the battery can also utilise off-peak electricity. Surplus generation can be exported back to the grid where eligible. A 7kW EV charging point forms part of the installation, with the system controlled and monitored via a dedicated smart application. The owners advise that their current combined gas and electricity direct debit with Octopus Energy is approximately £200 per month with a nil account balance. This figure is specific to the current owners' consumption, tariff and energy-generation circumstances and should therefore be regarded as illustrative rather than indicative of future running costs. Further efficiency measures include two German boilers installed in 2022, a Megaflo hot-water system, insulated loft space and the dedicated heat-recovery system serving the pool complex.
A distinctive lifestyle home

Rufford House is far more than a conventional four-bedroom detached property. With over 4,000 sq ft of accommodation, four bedroom suites, extensive entertaining space, a substantial dining kitchen, games room, flexible office/gym accommodation and a private indoor swimming and spa complex, it offers an exceptional breadth of lifestyle accommodation. The outdoor space is intentionally low maintenance, focusing on terraces and entertaining areas rather than extensive gardens. For buyers prioritising generous accommodation, leisure facilities, entertaining and modern energy infrastructure over large grounds, Rufford House presents a highly distinctive opportunity. With a Guide Price of £950,000, this remarkable home offers an unusual combination of scale, specification and lifestyle facilities.
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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.