Just a few miles from the vibrant city centre of Leeds, Desire offers the perfect blend of urban convenience and countryside escapes right on your doorstep.

Whether you’re looking for a peaceful nature walk, a shopping spree, or an evening of dining and entertainment, you’ll be spoilt for choice locally. Within a 4-minute drive or 10-minute walk, you’ll arrive at The Springs at Thorpe Park—an innovative retail and leisure hub featuring a cinema, crazy golf, gym, restaurants, and shops.

For those who prefer the outdoors, both Temple Newsam and Roundhay Park are just 10 to 15 minutes away by car, offering scenic retreats close to home. Additionally, with Crossgates railway station and the M1 nearby, traveling further afield is a breeze.

However you like to spend your spare time, living at Desire means you can find it close to home. As well as the cultural and leisure attractions of the city centre, the Yorkshire Dales aren’t far away, and its excellent transport links mean you can easily head further afield.

Just ten minutes from home you’ll find Lotherton Hall, an Edwardian country house filled with hidden treasures and surrounded by expansive gardens and grounds. Skelton Country Park is also nearby, a beautiful open space perfect for walking your four-legged friend and spending time as a family. With a large lake, Skelton Park makes for a great cycling, running or walking route with fantastic views over Leeds when you reach the top of the hills, and Roundhay Park and Temple Newsam are easily accessible.

Walking distance from home or just a few minutes in the car you’ll find Austhorpe Primary School, which has been rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted during its last two inspections. 

Temple Moor Secondary School, is also reported as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, and is just eight minutes from home. Children from 11-17 can attend, so offering an alternative to college for older children to continue their educational journey. 

Leeds itself has an array of options for all levels of education, from 'Good' rated primary schools to world-renowned universities.
 

Pure Gym, Leeds Thorpe Park is under five minutes away from Desire by car. Pay as you go day passes are available, or regular gym goers can pay monthly, and you can choose from personal training programmes or induction and group classes. 

For keen golfers, Temple Newsam Golf Course is just 10 minutes from Desire. With both an 18 hole and a new 9 hole course designed in 2017, Temple Newsam’s course is cleverly configured to get the best out of your game. Garforth Golf Range is also within easy reach. 
 

Desire is only around ten minutes from the M1, taking the pain out of everyday commuting. It’s also less than 20 minutes away from Leeds city centre, making travel easy for work and pleasure. 

Leeds Train Station is 25 minutes from home, giving rapid access to a number of major cities such as Sheffield, Manchester, Harrogate and York. Commuters can also find Crossgates Train Station just a 5 minute drive away.

For longer trips, Leeds Bradford Airport is just 45 minutes away.

You’ll find cozy cafés like Moreish Café Bistro, serving freshly brewed coffee and delicious homemade treats, ideal for a casual meet-up or a quiet work session. For furniture and home décor, explore shops like Holistic Designs, known for unique fireplaces, and other local furniture retailers offering stylish and functional pieces. Gift shops such as Arts & Flowers Florist provide beautifully crafted bouquets and unique gifts for special occasions.

Additionally, the nearby Crossgates Shopping Centre adds to the mix with its array of boutiques, homeware stores, and specialty shops, making this area a vibrant spot for shopping and leisure.