Tucked away at the top of Gate Head is this most appealing stone built semi-detached property which enjoys the most amazing panoramic views to the rear. The accommodation is laid out over 3 levels and briefly comprises entrance porch, lounge, kitchen, breakfast area, 3 bedrooms, study/box room, and family bathroom. Externally, there is a small paved area to the front giving access to the entrance porch. A path leads down the side and then a gate gives way to the rear garden which is lawned and enclosed with stone walling and timber fencing. There is external access to an integral garden store, and steps rise to a sizeable paved sun terrace from where you can sit and take in fantastic views. This terrace also conveniently has direct access through a pair of French doors into the breakfast area and kitchen. Marsden village is within walking distance offering a good range of shops, bars, cafes, railway station, regular bus service, and access onto the canal side towpath providing pleasant walks up to Tunnel End or down to Slaithwaite.
Overview
Property Details
Accommodation
GROUND FLOOR
The front door opens into:-
Entrance Porch
Recently having been partially re-built is this lean-to entrance porch. A door leads through into:-
Lounge 4.32m x 3.7m
Having a wood burning stove set into the chimney breast with stone surround and hearth. There are exposed beams to the ceiling, window to the front, a recessed arched display niche, and wood effect flooring.
Kitchen 3.7m x 2.77m
Fitted with a range of wall, drawer, and base units with granite worktops over incorporating a stainless-steel sink with mixer tap. There is an integrated 4-ring gas hob with extractor hood and stainless-steel splashback, oven/grill beneath, dishwasher, washing machine, and tumble dryer. You will also find over counter enhancer lighting, tiled floor, ceiling spotlights, and staircase rising to the first floor. The kitchen is open to:-
Breakfast Area 2.24m x 1.47m
A very pleasant place to sit and have your morning cuppa whilst enjoying the most superb views through a pair of French doors that open out to the elevated sun terrace. There is also a window to the side providing more light.
FIRST FLOOR
Landing
Bedroom 1 3.7m x 3.63m
A double bedroom with views to the front, and a bank of recently installed fitted wardrobes.
Study/Box Room 2.4m x 1.9m
To be utilised to suit your own needs, perhaps as a home office, hobby room, or nursery. It enjoys those lovely views to the rear.
Bathroom 3.38m x 1.83m
Refitted in 2019 with a modern white suite comprising a free standing roll top bath on clawed feet with central mixer tap and hand held shower hose, shower cubicle with thermostatic shower over, low flush w.c., and a modern rectangular wash basin with cupboard beneath and mirror fronted illuminated cabinet over with ‘bluetooth’ connection. There is a free-standing bathroom cabinet to match the rest of the suite, window to the rear, tiled walls and floor, ceiling spotlights, and a ladder style radiator/towel warmer.
SECOND FLOOR
Landing
With plenty of natural light and lovely views provided courtesy of windows to the front and side.
Bedroom 2 3.7m x 3.38m
As the floor plan suggests, this is a good sized double bedroom with window to the rear offering amazing views over the surrounding countryside and Pennine hills. There is a built in shelved unit with cupboard over, and then the room is finished with timber effect flooring.
Bedroom 3 2.18m x 2.03m
A single bedroom with window to the front.
OUTSIDE
Externally, there is a small paved area to the front giving access to the entrance porch. A path leads down the side and then a gate gives way to the rear garden which is lawned with planted borders and enclosed with stone walling and timber fencing. There is external access to an integral garden store at lower ground floor level which houses the central heating boiler. Steps rise to a sizeable paved sun terrace from where you can sit and take in the most fantastic views. This terrace also conveniently has direct access through a pair of French doors into the breakfast area and kitchen.
Viewing
By appointment with Wm. Sykes & Son.
Location
From the A62 Manchester Road in Marsden, turn up Meltham Road and after a short distance, take the second left turn onto Stubbin Road. Take the next right turn up Gate Head and the property will be found right at the top.
Additional Support
- Council Tax – Band A (£1,466.54 - 2024/25)
- Tenure – Freehold
- Energy Rating TBC
- Utilities:- o Water – mains o Electricity – mains o Drainage – mains o Gas – mains o Heating – gas fired central heating system and a wood burning stove in the lounge. o Broadband & Mobile Phone – The ‘Ofcom’ on-line checker shows an ‘ultrafast’ fibre broadband service is available and mobile phone coverage is offered by several providers.
