3 bed detached house for sale

The Wheel, Ecclesfield, Sheffield S35

Steeped in period charm and brimming with original features, this truly exceptional family home is a rare find in today's market. From the moment you step through the solid wooden glazed entrance door, the home announces itself with confidence - hardwood floors, picture rails, stained glass and a succession of stunning cast iron fireplaces tell the story of a property that has been loved and cherished across the generations. With three generous double bedrooms, two formal reception rooms, a rustic kitchen and an impressive plot, this is a home of real substance and character.

What makes this property truly exciting, however, is the potential it holds. The sun room, while in need of updating, presents a wonderful blank canvas - imagine a beautifully renovated space flooded with light and opening onto that glorious rear garden. The bathroom and separate WC offer scope to be opened up into one luxurious suite, while the possibility of knocking through the kitchen into the living room could create a wonderful open plan kitchen diner at the heart of the home - perfect for modern family life. The expansive plot provides genuine opportunity to extend the footprint of the home significantly, subject to the necessary permissions.

Outside, the property continues to impress. The rear garden is a genuine haven - sun-drenched, well manicured and backing onto open fields, with a secret garden tucked behind the lower hedge that feels like something from a storybook. For those with vision and an appreciation for the finer details of period architecture, this home represents an outstanding opportunity to acquire something truly special - a property that, once fully realised, would be difficult to put a ceiling on in terms of value.

Early viewing is strongly recommended.

Entrance Hall

A solid wooden glazed door opens into an impressive entrance hall that sets the tone for the character and charm found throughout the property. A rich hardwood floor runs underfoot, while picture rails and a beautiful circular stained glass window speak to the home's original heritage. Two wall mounted radiators ensure comfort, with stairs rising to the first floor and original wooden doors leading through to the living rooms and kitchen.

Dining Room (4.27m x 3.73m (14'0 x 12'3))

A spacious and elegant formal dining room, flooded in natural light through a large front facing wooden glazed bay window. The room is anchored by an exquisite cast iron feature fireplace with ceramic tiled surround and hearth and solid wooden mantle - a truly stunning focal point that celebrates the home's period character. Further enhanced by picture rail, hardwood flooring, wall mounted radiator and aerial point.

Living Room (4.24m x 3.96m (13'11 x 13'0))

A generously sized living space bathed in natural light through wooden glazed windows to both the front and rear elevations. Another charming cast iron fireplace takes centre stage, this time housing a gas coal effect fire with tiled hearth and solid wood surround and mantle - creating a wonderfully cosy focal point that comes into its own during the winter months. Further comprising picture rail, wall mounted radiator, aerial point and telephone point.

Kitchen & Utility (3.25m x 3.20m (just kitchen) (10'8 x 10'6 (just ki)

A rustic kitchen hosting an array of solid wooden units offering plenty of storage, with granite work surfaces, an inset Belfast sink and inset electric hob with integrated oven. Hardwood flooring and a glazed wood framed window complete the room's warm, characterful feel, with a wall mounted radiator adding practicality. Through a door leads to a useful utility room housing the floor standing boiler, plumbing for a washing machine, sockets for further appliances and a frosted glazed window.

Sun Room (3.38m x 2.21m (11'1 x 7'3))

A hardwood sun room offering excellent additional living space - while in need of some updating, this is a fantastic opportunity to put your own stamp on a wonderful room with real potential. Comprising double glazed units, French doors opening out onto the patio, tiled flooring, wall lamps and sockets.

Landing

The landing offers a generous storage room, wall mounted radiator and a loft hatch with fitted ladders leading to a partially boarded and lit loft, providing excellent additional storage.

Bedroom 1 (4.34m x 3.99m (14'3 x 13'1))

A substantial master bedroom hosting a rear facing wood framed window with captivating rural views over the rolling hills beyond, along with a further wood framed window to the front elevation. An original cast iron feature fireplace with tiled hearth adds a touch of timeless elegance, complemented by picture rail and hardwood flooring - a beautiful space that continues the period character found throughout the home. Completed by a wall mounted radiator and telephone point.

Bedroom 2 (3.84m x 3.73m (12'7 x 12'3))

A further large double bedroom, continuing the home's wonderful period charm with another cast iron feature fireplace with tiled hearth, picture rail and hardwood flooring. A front facing wood framed window floods the room with natural light.

Bedroom 3 (3.51m x 3.25m (11'6 x 10'8))

A third double bedroom enjoying further scenic views over the rear through a wood framed window, and continuing the characterful theme with picture rail and hardwood flooring. Completed by a wall mounted radiator.

Bathroom

Currently configured as two separate rooms - a bathroom and a separate WC - though offering excellent scope to merge into one generous bathroom suite if desired. The bathroom is tiled in striking monochrome tones, hosting a original bath with telephone tap, pedestal sink and a built-in airing cupboard housing the water tank. Completed by a wall mounted radiator and uPVC window.

Wc

The separate WC hosts a traditional high level toilet, hardwood flooring and frosted glazed wood framed window.

Garage (4.34m x 3.43m (14'3 x 11'3))

Entered through a bi-fold wooden garage door, this substantial garage includes an inspection pit, single glazed window and a rear door leading directly to the garden - a fantastic space for any car enthusiast or those requiring serious workshop or storage space.

Exterior

The property sits on an impressive plot with scope to extend all the way around subject to the necessary permissions. The leafy front elevation offers excellent kerb appeal, with established hedges providing a wonderful sense of privacy and seclusion. Two driveways run down either side of the property, offering ample off road parking with scope to expand further if desired, and a neat lawned garden completes the front. A further wooden garage is also available on site, though this would require demolishing or significant upgrading.
To the rear, a sizeable, well manicured and sun-drenched garden backs directly onto open fields - a truly special outdoor space. An extensive slabbed patio provides the perfect setting for summer entertaining, while a generous lawned area is dotted with established trees including apple and willow, with well-stocked borders adding colour and interest throughout the seasons. A gap in the lower hedge reveals a charming secret garden - a tranquil evening sun trap that is sure to delight. Outdoor lighting and a tap complete this exceptional outdoor space.