End terrace house for sale in Back Lane, Holmfirth HD9

A unique end terrace home which enjoys a prominent position above the centre of Holmfirth, located a short walk away from the many local amenities. It offers spacious 5 bedroom accommodation with many period features complimented by quality modern fittings with many improvements made by the present owner. Externally it is set within a mature 0.25 acre plot with a further double garage, parking and garden area beyond.

About Thorp Heys
We understand that the original part of the property dates back to the early 1800’s, with a subsequent extension and refurbishment circa 1910. Its lower floor is of stone built construction with the upper levels rendered with feature timbers in the “Tudor revival” style which was popular at the time. The interior of the building also bears many features of this period and it is clear that it went through a scheme of updating at that time on commission from the Bamforth family who played an important part in Holmfirth’s history at that time for their pioneering role in film making and also their popular seaside postcards.

Our client purchased the property in 2009 and has carried out extensive renovations to the property whilst taking care to retain the period feel of the building. These works include combining the kitchen and dining room to make a large dining kitchen, upgrading the gas central heating system, installation of tasteful double glazing to much of the building, updating kitchen and bathroom fittings, adding a porch to the front, building a new double garage and creating additional parking areas.

The property is entered at the front via the entrance porch which in turn opens into the hall. This features an impressive staircase to the first floor in the Arts and Crafts style with heart shaped cut-outs to the upright panels. To the right hand side of the hall is the lounge which is of a good size with a open fireplace and tall window overlooking the garden. To the other side is the dining kitchen which features a superb period fireplace and an excellent range of fitted units. There is also a stable door out to the rear of the house.

On the first floor there is a landing area with glazed door out onto a small terraced seating area – the perfect spot to enjoy the views. There are 3 bedroom on this floor, 2 being doubles and the 3rd is a large single room. There is also a bathroom and separate WC – both with modern fittings. There are 2 further bedrooms on the top floor, 1 is a double room whilst the other is a single, currently used as an office.

The property sits within a 0.25 acre (approx.) plot which is predominantly to the front of the building and features lawns over 2 levels, borders with shrubs and bushes, mature trees and a path with gateway leading down to Back Lane. At the rear of the house the property enjoys a right of access along the rear of the 3 other properties within this block. This leads to a block paved parking area with space for 2 vehicles immediately adjacent to the house. Opposite this is a further graveled parking area, stone built detached double garage with a further garden lawned garden area behind.<br /><br />

Accommodation

Ground Floor

Entrance Porch (1.93m x 1.5m)

A single storey extension to the front of the building with glazed entrance door and windows to either side, stone floor and further door into the main hallway.

Entrance Hall (5.03m x 1.93m)

A spacious hall with staircase to the first floor, wooden floorboard, high ceiling with coving and ceiling rose, central heating radiator.

Lounge (5.5m x 4.5m)

A large lounge which features tall windows to the front with additional secondary glazing overlooking the gardens, chimney breast with tiled fireplace and open fire, high level obscure glazed window to the rear, coved ceiling and central heating radiator.

Dining Kitchen (6.53m x 4.42m)

A good sized open plan dining room and kitchen. The dining area features 3 tall windows to the front overlooking the gardens, further leaded glazed window to the side, high coved ceiling, wooden flooring and a feature fireplace with marble surround, cast iron and tiled interior and open fire. The kitchen area features a good range of fitted units with wooden and granite worksurfaces, 1 1⁄2 bowl sink unit with mixer tap, integrated dishwasher, fridge, space and plumbing for washing machine, feature chimney breast with inset range style cooker with 5 ring gas hob, inset spotlights to the ceiling, windows and stable door to the rear. There is also a dresser unit matching the kitchen units in the dining area.

Rear Lobby

Located at the end of the hall. With built in storage cupboard beneath the stairs window to the rear and recess housing the fridge freezer.

First Floor

Landing

With balustrading around the stairs from the ground floor and further stairs leading to the second floor. Large coloured glazed windows to the rear, coved ceiling and glazed door out to the terrace at the front of the building.

Terrace

With views over the gardens and beyond.

Bedroom 1 (4.45m x 4.11m)

A double bedroom with windows to the front and central heating radiator.

Bedroom 2 (4.65m x 3.53m)

Another double bedroom with windows to the front and central heating radiator.

Bedroom 3 (3.48m x 1.96m)

A large single bedroom with window to the rear and central heating radiator.

Separate WC

Accessed via a short set of steps from the landing which also provide access to the bathroom. With high flush wc, obscure glazed window to the rear and an external washbasin located within the lobby area opposite.

Bathroom (2.95m x 2.4m)

With quality 4 piece suite in white comprising low flush wc, vanity washbasin, free standing bath and walk in shower enclosure, obscure glazed window to the rear, partly tiled walls, laminated flooring, obscure glazed window to the rear and heated towel rail.

Second Floor

Stairs lead to a small landing area where there is a window to the rear and a door giving access to the eaves storage area.

Bedroom 4 (4.24m x 4.1m)

A good sized double bedroom with windows enjoying the views to the front, partly angled ceiling and central heating radiator.

Bedroom 5 (2.46m x 3.23m)

A single bedroom or study with windows to the rear angled ceiling and central heating radiator.

Outside

The main garden sits at the front of the house and is an excellent size, featuring a top terrace with path, lawned area and an interesting stone built shed. A path leads down through the lower levels which feature a lawn, further borders, mature trees, shrubs and bushes. The path leads to an arched gateway onto Back Lane – note that the adjacent property has a right of access over the bottom section of this gateway.

Parking

A path leads up the side of the house and there are also steps from the rear of the building. Both of which give access to the block paved parking area with space for 2 vehicles.

Garage (5.44m x 5.4m)

Opposite, across the driveway which leads to the rear of the house is a further graveled parking area for 2 vehicles and a detached stone built double garage. This has a remote controlled up and over door, electric light and power and personal access door to the side.

Further Garden

At the rear of the house there is an additional lawned garden with paved seating area – perfect for outside dining.

Viewing

By appointment with Wm Sykes & Son.

Location

From the centre of Holmfirth the property can be accessed a number of ways.

On foot: Head up the steps at the side of the Church and onto Back Lane via Bunkers Hill. Double back on yourself along Back Lane and it is located on the left hand side.

By car: Heading down Station Road (A635) into Holmfirth from New Mill turn left onto Back Lane and follow the road round. The property will be found on the left. Alternatively from Dunford Road (B6024) take the first left up the steep South Lane. Back Lane is on the left hand side but requires a very sharp u-turn.

Additional Information

The property is Freehold. Energy rating tbc, Council tax band B.

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