Designed and built in the early 1960s, The Cyphers is an exceptional five-bedroom home with many original mid-century features, modern detailing and beautifully landscaped gardens. Occupying a plot of approximately 0.3 acres, in a quiet and secluded position on a private road, the house offers easy access to the surrounding open countryside whilst Leeds city centre lies just five miles south. Internal living space of around 3,690 sq ft spans three storeys, with an exceptional quality of natural light and far-reaching views across the landscape from each level.

Hidden from the roadside, the striking architectural profile is characterised by a pitched asymmetric roofline and a timber-clad, stone façade. The private shingle driveway, complete with hardwood electric gates at both entrance and exit, is flanked by beautifully maintained box-lined front gardens, primarily laid to lawn. An integral double garage provides generous parking and storage.

The primary entrance is via a south-facing sunroom, with expansive floor-to-ceiling glazing on all sides allowing light to flood through; a wonderful place to sit with a morning coffee, looking out to the gardens. Adjoining timber-framed glass doors open into the double-height entrance hall; a space of impressive height and volume, forming a natural circulation point at the heart of the house. The original open staircase is a design centrepiece and is paired with well-preserved oak-parquet-flooring underfoot.

A series of free-flowing living spaces span the ground floor; designed in an open layout which lends itself well to family life. The Balthaup kitchen is modern and bright with an excellent provision of cooking and preparation space, pantry storage and an adjoining utility room. The open-plan dining area occupies an adjacent position; a very light room with large picture windows retaining a strong visual connection to the gardens. There are two studies, a lounge, and a games room at ground level, each beautifully proportioned rooms offering great versatility of use.

An open balcony landing leads to the four double bedrooms on the first floor, all of which have en-suite bathrooms. Planning consent has been granted to convert the third floor into a fifth bedroom and en-suite, with architectural plans for a balcony looking out across the surrounding landscape – the current planning application has lapsed but is in the process of renewal.

The house benefits from excellent insulation and a high EPC rating, with maximum Kingspan insulation built into the internal walls, triple-A windows throughout and solar panels in the roof which yield a feed-in Tarif payment of approximately £2,400 per year.

Externally, there are three patio terraces, accessed by French windows or glass doors, and three distinct gardens which have been lovingly developed and tended by the horticulturist owner over the course of 11 years. Each area has been richly planted, with deep herbaceous borders offering well-planned seasonal variety and colour. There are many mature trees and shrubs, and also a treehouse, playhouse, and a productive vegetable plot. Wide, open fields border the gardens, with uninterrupted and far-reaching views onto the surrounding Yorkshire landscape.

The Cyphers is ideally positioned for access to both the open countryside and highlights of cities and towns nearby. For daily amenities, there is a good selection of local shops and supermarkets within walking distance. The Street Lane and Chapel Allerton neighbourhoods are just a few minutes’ drive away with a range of excellent restaurants and pubs.

Leeds city centre is easily reached by both car and public transport in around 20 minutes, with an extensive offering of restaurants, shopping and cultural highlights such as Leeds Playhouse, Opera North, Northern Ballet, Leeds Art Gallery, Henry Moore Institute, The Tetley and 02 Centre. The handsome spa town of Harrogate is also around 20 minutes’ drive away and both York and Ilkley are approximately 30 minutes by car. The popular attractions of Harewood House, The Hepworth Wakefield and Yorkshire Sculpture Park are also within easy reach.

For green open space, there is an extensive range of local circular countryside walks directly from the house, and Roundhay Park is a few minutes’ drive away. For broader hiking routes, the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors are also within easy reach.

Local schooling opportunities are excellent and include The Grammar School at Leeds, recently named ‘school of the decade’ by The Sunday Times, and the local primary school, Shadwell primary, which recently ranked as the fourth-best primary school in the city.

Transport links are also very good, with direct rail links from Leeds to London Kings Cross in around two hours and 15 minutes, Manchester in just under one hour and Sheffield in around 55 minutes.

Please note that all areas, measurements and distances given in these particulars are approximate and rounded. The text, photographs and floor plans are for general guidance only. The Modern House has not tested any services, appliances or specific fittings — prospective purchasers are advised to inspect the property themselves. All fixtures, fittings and furniture not specifically itemised within these particulars are deemed removable by the vendor.