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Top Row, Newall With Clifton, Otley, North Yorkshire, LS21

Yorkshire

£275,000

Listed on 01/10/2026

The listing

Property details

Bedrooms
3
Type
End Of Terrace
Area
1000 sqft

Description

This charming stone-built cottage presents an exciting opportunity for renovation in a picturesque semi-rural location. The property, which was originally two cottages, has been thoughtfully combined to create a spacious home with characterful features such as exposed stone walls, beams, and impressive fireplaces. Inside, you will find two generous reception rooms, one featuring an open fire, along with a kitchen that, while functional, would benefit from modernisation. The first floor accommodates three bedrooms of varying sizes and a house bathroom. Outside, a small front area offers potential for seating to enjoy the scenic outlook. The property is equipped with mains electric and water, an electric storage heating system, and partial double glazing. Located in the exclusive hamlet of Clifton, surrounded by beautiful countryside, this home is conveniently situated just two miles from Otley's vibrant market town and five miles from Ilkley. With excellent local amenities and transport links to major commercial centres, this property offers great potential for those looking to create a unique living space.

WHOTS analysis

Our WHOTS verdict

An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.

57out of 100
Grade DWeak opportunity

Confidence: MEDIUM

This semi-detached house presents an interesting opportunity for those looking to invest in a property that is priced below local averages. At an asking price of £275,000, which translates to £275/sqf, this home is approximately 14.7% cheaper than the local average of £322/sqf. This affordability allows room for creative renovations, making it a compelling option for buyers seeking to add value through improvement.

While the property does require modernisation throughout, with dated interiors and a kitchen that could benefit from an upgrade, there is a spacious layout with potential for reconfiguration. The character features, such as exposed stone walls and impressive fireplaces, add to the charm of the home. However, the overall renovation economics appear tight, as the all-in costs of around £355,000 (including a refurbishment budget of £80,000) are close to the implied local average value of £322,300. This suggests that while the property is a blank canvas for improvement, careful budgeting will be necessary to ensure a profitable outcome.

Key opportunities

  • Spacious layout with potential for reconfiguration to suit modern living.
  • Character features such as exposed stone walls and impressive fireplaces.
  • Opportunity to upgrade the dated kitchen and bathrooms to enhance value.

Key risks

  • Medium renovation scale, requiring a budget of £40,000–£120,000.
  • Signs of wear throughout the property may indicate additional maintenance needs.
  • Potential structural concerns noted may require further investigation.

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Top Row, Newall With Clifton, Otley, North Yorkshire, LS21
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Current average variable rate is 6.60%

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£1,039
Based on a loan of £206,250 over 30 years at 4.45% interest

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