Local builders Liebre developments are working hard to complete this fabulous renovated and extended true bungalow ready for an early 2026 move. The finished product will have the look and feel of a new build. Located in the pretty, tranquil village of Watton, the property offers spacious, well-planned accommodation throughout. You will find high specification, country living in the impressive, luxury finish property which is set on a 1/3 acre, landscaped plot with open views to the rear. Liebre Developments have significantly extended the property to create over 1600 square feet of, bright and airy living space with a contemporary feel. The true bungalow has 4 double bedrooms; the principal bedroom features an ensuite shower room and there is a luxury 4 piece bathroom which serves the other 3 double bedrooms. An extra guest WC is located off the utility room and side entrance. The central hub of the home is a luxury kitchen with quartz work tops and integrated appliances which is open plan to a large dining room, opening to a fabulous, large living area with 2 sets of multi-fold doors overlooking the impressive, third of an acre, rear garden. The property is approached via a walled and pillared, drive-in / drive out large, gravel driveway and there is ample block-set parking space to the side leading to a large garage with an electric door.
Watton, Driffield, East Yorkshire
Many people are drawn to the area for its tranquillity, yet proximity to Beverley, Driffield, the Wolds countryside and its many picturesque villages. It is also within easy reach of the East Yorkshire coast, approximately a 30 minute drive away and the cities of York -approximately 47 minutes by car - and Hull, 26 minutes by car. For those wishing to use public transport, there are regular trains from Hutton Cranswick which lies on the Scarborough to Hull line, and the 41 bus route, with hourly buses, is just a 2 minute walk from the property; there are stops anywhere between Hull and Bridlington including Beverley, Cranswick and Driffield.
Watton is an ideal place to live for those who enjoy the countryside. There are country walks close-by following field paths, hedgerows and small streams connecting the village with Hutton Cranswick and Kilnwick. The landscape is peaceful and largely unchanged, offering a sense of rural isolation yet remaining conveniently close to larger towns like Beverley and Driffield. The area is also popular with cyclists owing to the many scenic, quiet village roads accessed via the village. It is a small, quiet, rural village which lies off the A164 road, around 6 miles north of Beverley and 6 miles south of Driffield, surrounded by gently rolling farmland, open fields and quiet lanes, typical of the East Riding countryside. The village offers a peaceful rural setting, combining the charm of an old English village with close access to the larger nearby settlement of Hutton Cranswick (approximately a 2 minute drive, or a 30 minute walk, or short bus ride away) where there are many amenities including: a farm shop and cafe; a takeaway; a garden centre and cafe; a Spar mini market with a post office; a beauticians with a nail salon; a butchers shop; The White Horse village pub; various sports facilities including a bowls club and sports and recreation centre; a WI Hall, as well as a highly regarded primary school.
Watton has a long and fascinating history. The village was once home to Watton Priory, a Gilbertine double monastery founded around 1150 by Eustace fitz John. Its remains form part of a private house located next to the historic village church of St Mary’s, which serves the local community as part of a wider benefice which includes Hutton Cranswick, Skerne, and Beswick.
Summary of the bungalow’s features
The renovated and extended bungalow by Award winning local builders, Liebre developments includes :
Over 1600 square feet of living space plus a large separate garage
A third acre landscaped plot to include a rear patio and a block set multi-vehicle parking area to the side
A drive in, drive out , gravel driveway with a walled and pillared frontage
A luxury kitchen with quartz worktops and integrated appliances including a dishwasher, fridge freezer and dual ovens
A separate utility room
An extra guest WC
A spacious open plan living area with 2 sets of multi fold doors and garden views
4 double bedrooms
Bedroom 1 features a luxury ensuite
A luxury 4 piece , family bathroom
Quality composite doors and windows
Contact me on 01377 310200 to arrange a viewing or visit the Rightmove lisiting.
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