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See how verdicts work4-bedroom detached house · HD8 8QW
Sold STCListed 230 days
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About
A rare and distinguished opportunity to acquire a beautiful home in an exceptionally picturesque setting, positioned on the fringe of woodland and rolling countryside with far-reaching views across the iconic viaduct.
Offered to the market for the first time in many years, this is a truly special residence in one of the area’s most sought-after addresses.
Perfectly balancing peace and seclusion with convenience, the property enjoys immediate access to scenic rural walks, well-regarded local amenities, and the nearby train station, making it as practical as it is tranquil.
Approached via a generous private driveway, the home benefits from ample parking and a substantial double garage with workshop.
Internally, four well-proportioned double bedrooms are complemented by expansive reception spaces, ideally suited to both refined entertaining and comfortable family living.
Rich in character and brimming with potential, the property offers exceptional scope for sympathetic enhancement or comprehensive redesign, presenting a rare chance to create a truly bespoke home in an idyllic and highly coveted setting.
EPC Rating: C Entrance Hallway A spacious and welcoming entrance hallway with doors leading to the principal ground floor accommodation.
Also located off the entrance hallway is a highly useful utility fitted with a stainless steel sink & taps and a walk-in under-stairs storage/cloakroom.
Stairs rise to the first floor leading to the living accommodation.
Shower Room A well-appointed and convenient downstairs shower room, comprising a corner shower cubicle, wash hand basin and low-level WC, practically designed for guests and everyday family living.
Lounge A fabulous sized lounge of impressive proportions, thoughtfully designed to offer cool comfort in the heat of the summer months and cosy characterful living in winter.
The exposed stone hearth and log-burning stove add both warmth and rustic charm. The main windows overlook the front garden of the property, with two further windows providing additional light.
First Floor Landing The light and airy landing is a striking feature in its own right, enhanced by a beautiful staircase that adds architectural elegance to the space.
A stunning arched window cascades natural light throughout, creating a bright and uplifting ambience while perfectly framing the surrounding views.
Study/Library An elegant archway from the landing opens into a fantastic sized open-plan study/library space, creating a superbly versatile area.
Ideal for those working from home without compromising bedroom accommodation, this inviting space benefits from an array of built-in cupboards and storage.
Lounge Another fabulous sized lounge, enhanced by a newly fitted carpet and flooded with natural light, creating a wonderfully bright and inviting atmosphere.
Large windows beautifully frame the stunning woodland views bringing the outside in.
An electric fire set within a contemporary surround provides a stylish focal point, adding both warmth and modern elegance to this impressive living space.
Kitchen The kitchen is open plan to the garden room, presenting a superb opportunity to extend and reconfigure, subject to the necessary consents, creating an impressive open-plan living kitchen tailored to modern family life.
Currently fitted with a range of contemporary high-gloss units complemented by coordinating work surfaces, the kitchen features a range of integrated appliances including a gas oven and grill, four-ring gas hob, and a stainless steel sink with mixer tap, ideally positioned beneath a window that frames delightful views over the garden with the backdrop of open fields.
There is space for a freestanding fridge freezer and plumbing for a dishwasher.
Utility Conveniently positioned next to the kitchen and benefiting from plumbing for a washing machine and built-in storage.
Garden Room This room benefits from underfloor heating and is a delightful space, defined by its exceptional views, enjoying an uninterrupted outlook across the garden and beyond, creating a wonderful sense of openness and tranquillity, making the landscape an ever-present backdrop to daily life.
Open plan to the kitchen however offering further exciting potential to open this area further into the adjoining kitchen, subject to the necessary consents, creating a vast open-plan living environment that fully capitalises on both the proportions and the spectacular views.
Such a transformation would deliver an impressive, light-filled heart of the home, perfectly suited to modern family living and large-scale entertaining with the stunning outlook remaining the undeniable focal point.
Bedroom 1 A fantastic sized front-facing double bedroom, enjoying wonderful natural light and elevated views towards the viaduct.
The room further benefits from a comprehensive bank of fitted wardrobes, providing excellent storage while maintaining a clean and spacious feel.
Bedroom 2 Another well-proportioned bedroom, bursting with character and flooded with natural light courtesy of a large window that beautifully frames views of the garden.
Wooden flooring flows underfoot, while a characterful wooden ceiling adds warmth and architectural interest, creating a truly inviting and distinctive space.
Bedroom 3 Another great-sized double bedroom, positioned to the rear of the property and enjoying pleasant views over the garden.
Freshly decorated and enhanced by a newly fitted carpet, the room offers a bright, comfortable and well-proportioned space.
Bedroom 4 A freshly decorated double bedroom offers a bright and inviting retreat. Enhanced by a newly fitted carpet, the room feels both comfortable and contemporary.
Shower Room A sleek and contemporary shower room, beautifully appointed with a walk-in shower cubicle featuring a rainhead shower and separate handheld attachment.
The space is complemented by two radiators for added comfort, a fitted storage vanity unit incorporating a wash hand basin, WC and benefits from a capacious shelved airing cupboard.
Exterior Externally, the property enjoys an exceptional setting on a large extended plot containing a stream and with stunning views to the front across to the viaduct, creating a truly memorable first impression.
A large private driveway, framed with dry stone walls, provides ample parking for several cars, together with a hard-standing and purpose-built log store.
There is a substantial double garage, offering both practicality and presence.
To the rear, the gardens are expansive and predominantly laid to lawn, bordered by a variety of mature shrubs and established planting that enhances the sense of seclusion and includes a large paved patio area ideal for outdoor dining, all of which back onto breath-taking open countryside and woodland.
The outlook is both peaceful and picturesque with an abundance of wildlife frequently spotted.
Incredibly private and not overlooked, the rear garden provides a tranquil sanctuary that perfectly complements the home's idyllic surroundings.
Double Garage & Workshop A substantial double garage benefitting from a water and electricity supply provides excellent practicality.
To the rear, a door opens into a large workshop along with an additional storage room at the lower end of the garage, offering superb versatility for hobbies, projects, or further secure storage.
An additional door leads to the boiler cupboard, ensuring convenient access while keeping utilities neatly tucked away.
Garden Containing 2 sheds, log store, stream and paved patio Parking - Double garage Parking - Driveway Driveway for 5 vehicles plus separate hard standing area.
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