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The £500k Leeds home that comes with its own clock tower – and a link to royalty

It's part of a historic estate once owned by Queen Elizabeth I

Daisy Jackson Daisy Jackson - 25th April 2026

If you’ve ever fancied living in something that feels halfway between a fairytale cottage and a period drama set, this one might do it.

Tucked away in Gledhow, The Clock House isn’t your typical Leeds terrace. In fact, calling it a terrace feels a bit like calling a castle 'a nice semi'.

Built around 1657, the two-bedroom property is part of the historic Gledhow Hall Estate, a site once owned by none other than Queen Elizabeth I.

It's a beautiful home, inside and out, with Yorkshire stone walls, cobbled courtyards, and the striking clock tower that gives the home its name.

With wrought iron gates and space for up to four vehicles, it feels like you're miles away from the city, while still being firmly in LS8 (and just moments from vibrant shops, bars and restaurants).

The interiors of the clock tower home have been beautiful renovated, with plenty of character but modern comforts, like a deVOL-designed kitchen with quartz worktops, vaulted ceilings, and Crittall-style doors that open straight onto the garden

Other features include a marble fireplace, oak flooring, and calming sage tones.

Upstairs, there are two bedrooms, including a principal suite with its own spa-like ensuite, plus a second bedroom complete with dressing area.

And then there’s the garden - south-west facing, private, and complete with a sun house that could double as a home office, studio, or just somewhere to hide with a coffee.

The property is currently on the market for offers over £500,000, which, for a Grade II-listed home with this much character and history, feels like it could be a real steal.

You can view the full listing HERE.

Read more: Inside the beautiful converted chapel with a hidden library on the market in West Yorkshire

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