This 3 bedroomed stone built cottage occupies an elevated semi-rural position on the hillside of West Slaithwaite enjoying superb far reaching panoramic views. This characterful cottage is full of rustic charm having reclaimed parquet flooring and wood burning stove in the lounge, hand painted glass panels in some of the doors, and a substantial Welsh dresser has been repurposed for kitchen cupboards and drawers. If you are looking for a peaceful, semi-rural lifestyle, in the most beautiful of settings, then do not hesitate to view this wonderful quirky home. Externally, there is an enclosed cottage garden, access to a smaller ‘secret’ garden, and the option to take over the rental of a nearby allotment. It is just a short walk down onto the canal towpath providing pleasant walks up to Marsden or down to Slaithwaite. The villages of Slaithwaite and Marsden offer an array of shops, bars, restaurants, train station, and bus stops.
Overview
Property Details
Accommodation
GROUND FLOOR
The entrance door opens into:-
Entrance Porch
Having being recently replaced, this entrance area has double glazed windows offering fine views. A timber door with attractive hand painted glass panel then takes you through to:-
Lounge 4.22m x 3.9m
If you can tear your eyes away from the stunning views through the large front window, you will find a wood burning stove sat on a tiled hearth set into the chimney breast, and beautifully reclaimed parquet flooring. A door gives access to the stairwell where there are wall mounted coat hooks, and staircase rising to the first floor.
Breakfast Kitchen 4.11m x 2m
A former Welsh dresser has been repurposed as kitchen storage which works well in this cottage environment. There are additional wall and base units with a stainless steel sink and mixer tap above. There is space for a gas cooker, space and plumbing for a washing maching and dishwasher, tiled splashbacks, tiled floor, 2 windows to the rear, space for a breakfast table, and access to a very useful under stairs storage cupboard. An opening from the kitchen leads into:-
Utility Area 1.55m x 1.42m
There is plumbing for a washing machine, space for a fridge/freezer, tiled floor, and a wall mounted central heating boiler.
FIRST FLOOR
Landing
A high level window provides natural light. There is access via a pull down ladder to a part boarded loft space.
Bedroom 1 4m x 2.97m
A double bedroom with window to the front offering superb views. There is a pretty bedroom fireplace with open grate, and painted timber floorboards.
Bedroom 2 2.44m x 2.2m
With useful fitted storage cupboards, and window to the rear offering views of the fields.
Bedroom 3 3.07m x 2.13m
Again, enjoying views to the front.
Bathroom 2.87m x 1.75m
Fitted with a white suite comprising a low flush w.c., pedestal wash basin, and a panelled bath with shower hose over. There are part tiled walls, painted floorboards, and a frosted window to the rear.
OUTSIDE
The property is approached over an access lane running in front of the cottages and No.7 fronts directly onto this lane. There is access to an integral store which has a water supply and an EV charger. Our clients recently purchased an enclosed garden at the opposite side of the lane which is enclosed and has gate access from the lane or from Crow Trees Road. This lovely garden has paved patio areas, 2 sheds, lawns, and has an array of trees, shrubs and plants. There is access via a footpath to a smaller ‘secret’ garden. You will also have the option to take over a nearby allotment currently on rent from the Dartmouth Estate at £280 per annum.
Viewing
By appointment with Wm. Sykes & Son.
Additional Information
- Council Tax – Band B (£1,710.95 2024/25)
- Energy rating TBC
- Tenure – Freehold
- Utilities:- o Water – mains o Drainage - mains o Gas – mains o Electricity - mains o Heating – gas fired central heating, and a stove in the living room. o Broadband & Mobile Phone – The ‘Ofcom’ on-line checker shows there is a ‘standard’ broadband service available in this area and ‘limited’ & ‘likely’ mobile coverage at the property is offered by several providers. o Please note that the solar panels and associated equipment are not included in the sale and will be taken away by the current owners.
Location
DO NOT FOLLOW SAT NAV – either follow the ‘What3words’ address of thighs.lizards.admires OR follow these directions:- From the A62 Manchester Road roughly halfway between Slaithwaite and Marsden, look out for West Slaithwaite Garage on the left and take the right turn opposite to go down West Slaithwaite Road. Cross over the canal and follow Crow Trees Road under the railway bridge, up the hill and after a short distance, you will find a row of cottages on the right. No.7 is the second in from the right.