Semi-detached house for sale in Blakehouse Farm, Marsh Hall Lane, Thurstonland, Huddersfield HD4

This outstanding semi-detached barn conversion enjoys an enviable rural setting on the outskirts of the sought after village of Thurstonland. It was converted circa 1997 and is offered for sale for the first time since then. The property is grade II listed and retains a wealth of original features with flexible accommodation featuring 2 large reception rooms and a stunning hall with galleried landing, 3 bedrooms, 2 with en-suite, bathroom and study upstairs.

About the Property
The property comprises an attractive semi-detached barn conversion located within a courtyard of cottages and converted barns formerly associated with the adjacent Blake House Farm. It is of traditional stone-built construction with internal timber framing under a stone slate roof.

The property is grade II listed and we understand that it was originally a dairy dating back as far as the 17th century and converted to residential use circa 1996. It occupies a pleasant rural setting down a private driveway which is shared with 5 other properties which were all converted as part of the same development scheme.

It is entered through a glazed door into the reception hall which is open to double height and features exposed roof trusses to the high angled ceiling, stone flagged floor and stairs leading to the galleried landing. A glazed door with windows to either side lead into the large lounge. This is a particularly good sized room featuring exposed timbers and a glazed door out to the rear garden. The dining room can be accessed from the lounge or hall and is again of a good size. It features stone stairs to the 3rd bedroom and is situated adjacent to the kitchen. The kitchen has space to accommodate a small table and chairs and features fitted units with granite worksurfaces and breakfast bar. There is also a side entrance hall / utility with pantry cupboard and a downstairs WC.

The galleried landing is undoubtedly one of the houses best internal features as it overlooks the hall and showcases the wonderful exposed beams. A glazed partition on the landing creates a generous study area taking in the beams. From this landing there are 2 bedrooms: The principal bedroom features exposed beams to its high angled ceiling, fitted wardrobes and an en-suite bathroom. Bedroom 2 is also a double room and is served by a shower room next door. The remaining bedroom is accessed via the stairs from the dining room and is again a double with its own en-suite.

The property was converted to a high standard with many original timbers preserved and exposed. These were complimented by additional high quality joiner made timbers and quality fixtures and fittings. It has a gas central heating system and double glazed windows. The property is connected to mains water, gas and electricity, drainage is to a septic tank shared with the other properties within the courtyard.

Externally there is a double garage with 2 up and over doors and generous parking to the side of the house. To the front of the house there is a small low maintenance garden and borders, enclosed by a dry stone wall. At the rear of the house there is a good sized enclosed garden with lawn, 2 paved seating areas and summer house with decked seating area. It enjoys pleasant views over the adjoining farmland. The ownership of the property also includes a share in Blake House Farm Ltd which is responsible for the maintenance of driveway area, septic tank and also a block of the adjoining land.<br /><br />

Accommodation

Ground Floor

Reception Hall (4.4m x 5.18m)

An impressive hall which is open to double height with the upright timbers and roof frame exposed to the high angled ceiling, exposed stone detailing to the internal walls, stone flagged floor, 2 central heating radiators and wooden staircase leading to the first floor landing.

Lounge (8.84m x 4.8m)

The lounge is of excellent proportions and is accessed via a glazed door with full height windows to either side from the hall. It features a matching glazed door with windows to either side to the rear garden, further windows to the side and rear, 2 exposed timber uprights, exposed beams to the ceiling, corner fireplace with timber surround and living flame effect gas stove, 2 central heating radiators.

Dinng Room (6.99m x 4.5m)

Accessed via a glazed door from the hall or double doors from the lounge, the dining room is also a very good size. It features windows to the front and either side, exposed beams to the ceiling, part exposed stonework to one wall, stone stairs leading to bedroom 3 and 2 central heating radiators.

Donwstairs WC (1.83m x 0.84m)

Located off the hall, with low flush wc, pedestal washbasin and central heating radiator.

Breakfast Kitchen (3.9m x 3.05m)

Fitted with a range of painted wooden base units and wall cupboards with granite worksurfaces, twin ceramic sink with mixer tap, integrated oven, microwave, 2 ring ceramic hob and 2 ring induction hob with extractor over, fridge freezer and free standing dishwasher. There are windows to either side, exposed beams to the ceiling, slate tiled floor and central heating radiator.

Side Entrance / Utility (1.96m x 1.35m)

With plumbing for washing machine, window to the front, side entrance door, Viessman central heating boiler and radiator.

Pantry (1.63m x 1.02m)

A walk in pantry / store with tiled floor and shelving.

First Floor

Galleried Landing

Stairs lead to the first floor landing area which overlooks the hall and features a wooden balustrade surround, exposed roof trusses to the angled ceiling, access hatch to the loft which extends above the bathroom and 2 central heating radiators.

Study (4.67m x 3.05m)

Featuring a glazed partition to the landing with 4 full height glazed panels and a glazed door to the landing, exposed timbers and rooflight to the angled ceiling and central heating radiator.

Bedroom 1 (4.04m x 3.38m)

A double bedroom with exposed timbers to the high angled ceiling, window to the side and further high level windows, built in 4 door wardrobes with access into the eaves storage area, central heating radiator.

En-Suite (3.23m x 1.65m)

With low flush wc and washbasin in vanity unit, bath with shower over, partly tiled walls, exposed roof frame and rooflight to the angled ceiling, central heating radiator.

Bedroom 2 (2.64m x 3.28m)

A double bedroom with window to the side, part exposed beams built in cupboard and central heating radiator.

Shower Room (3.63m x 2.24m)

With three piece suite comprising low flush wc, pedestal washbasin and walk in shower with glazed screen, tiled floor, partly tiled walls, obscure glazed window to the side, central heating radiator and heated towel rail.

Bedroom 3 (3.18m x 5.74m)

Accessed via the staircase from the dining room featuring 2 windows to the side and further window to the front, built in wardrobe, exposed roof frame to the high angled ceiling and central heating radiator.

En-Suite (2.06m x 1.57m)

With low flush wc, pedestal washbasin and corner shower enclosure, exposed beam and inset spotlights to the high angled ceiling, partly tiled walls, extractor and central heating radiator.

Outside

To the front of the house there is a small courtyard garden with stone paving and planted borders leading to the front entrance door. To the side of the house there is a generous tarmac driveway and parking area with access to the garage.

Garage (5.38m x 4.93m)

Located to the side of the driveway, a stone built semi detached garage (the adjacent house’s garage is attached to one side but accessed at the rear). Featuring 2 up and over doors, electric light and power supply, water point.

Gardens

A gateway from the driveway leads to the garden area which features 2 paved seating areas, lawns, well stocked borders and a wooden summerhouse with adjoining composite decked seating area. The garden is enclosed by a dry stone wall which adjoins the open farmland surrounding the properties within the courtyard.

Blake House Farm Ltd

Each owner of the properties within the courtyard is an equal shareholder in the above Ltd company. Each shareholder is jointly responsible for maintenance of the driveway and septic tank. The company also owns a parcel of agricultural land which adjoins the courtyard.

Additional Information

Tenure: Freehold. EPC – exempt. Grade II listed. Council tax band G. Our online checks show that Standard Broadband and Superfast Fibre Broadband (Fibre to the Cabinet fttc) are available. Mobile coverage at the property is offered by a limited number of providers.

Viewing

By appointment with Wm Sykes & Son.

Location

From the New Mill Road between Brockholes and New Mill head up Thurstonland Bank Road into the village of Thurstonland. Continue through the village passing the pub and with the War Memorial on the left, turn left onto Marsh Hall Lane towards Farnley Tyas. Continue along here passing the school and cricket field and out into the countryside. Blake House Farm is located on the right down a private lane.