This wonderful grade II* listed property bears a datestone of 1596 above the entrance door and is blessed with great character throughout. It is attached on one side to another similarly impressive dwelling and offers accommodation that is both spacious and well presented having been extensively renovated circa 2011. The property enjoys a pleasant rural position on the outskirts of this much sought after village with a pleasant garden and views to the front.
Overview
About Marsh Hall
This historic semi-detached residence bears a datestone of 1596 above the door and is of traditional stone built construction beneath a pitched stone slate roof. Whilst this building dates back to the end of the Tudor period it is understood that earlier timber framed buildings existed on the site for many years previously and some of the timberwork within the existing building has been re-used from then. It appears that the property has been modified throughout the centuries and the architects responsible for the renovation works believe it could have been 3 dwellings in the past.
Our clients purchased the property in 2009 and carried out extensive renovation works under listed building consents which involved the conversion of an integral garage into the living accommodation and extensive repair and redesigning of the accommodation. Great care has been taken to preserve the original features of the building including mullioned windows, roof trusses other detailing. This is complimented by quality modern fittings, underfloor heating through most of the downstairs accommodation and insulation to the outer walls and roof areas.
The main entrance door leads to a spacious inner hallway which features a stone flagged floor, exposed stonework to one wall and glazed double doors opening into both the lounge and kitchen. The kitchen is fitted with a good range of base units and wall cupboards with matching island unit and a gas fired aga range cooker. It has ample space to accommodate a large dining table with additional comfortable chairs and features views to the front and side. From here there is access to the rear entrance / boot room and also the utility room.
Moving across the hall to the large lounge you will find a superb exposed stone fireplace, beams to the ceiling and mullioned windows to the front. A door from here leads to a second reception room which could be a snug or formal dining room depending upon requirements which has a further office off it. Also on the ground floor there is a downstairs wc / wet room and a rear landing with stairs to the first floor and walk in storage cupboard.
Upstairs there is landing area in 2 sections which both feature high angled ceilings displaying the exposed roof timbers. The principal bedroom is open to the high angled ceiling and features exposed roof trusses. It has a walk in wardrobe and a sizeable en-suite shower room. Bedroom 2 also has a walk in wardrobe which could be adapted to an en-suite if required. Bedroom 3 is decent sized double bedroom, whilst the 4th bedroom is better described as a large single. These are served by the house bathroom.
As part of the renovation wooden framed double glazed windows were installed in the style of the various styles within the building – ie some being mullioned, some later sash style windows. It has a modern gas central heating system with underfloor heating throughout most of the ground floor (excluding the sitting / dining room and study. It was also rewired. The property is connected to mains water, gas and electricity, whilst drainage is to a mains water, gas and electricity, whilst drainage is to a septic tank within the garden.
Externally, the garden is located predominantly to the front of the building and features a lawned area with well stocked borders and mature trees (protected by a preservation order). There is a gravelled driveway / parking area to the side of the house and a wooden garden shed sat upon a concrete base. An inspection of the 2011 planning consent shows a replacement garage was planned to linked to the side of the house here.
Thurstonland is one of the areas most sought after villages and features a village school, cricket club, church and pub. There is wonderful open countryside on the doorstep with many walks to be enjoyed.
Property Details
Accommodation
GROUND FLOOR
Entrance Hall 7.8m x 1.37m
The property is entered via a wooden door with glazed panels which leads into the hallway. This features exposed stonework to 1 wall, stone flagged floor and exposed beams to the ceiling.
Living Kitchen 4.37m x 7.04m (7.52m max)
The kitchen is of excellent proportions and features 2 sets of folding doors to the front, opening to the garden, 2 sets of mullioned windows with stone sills to the side, enjoying the views, exposed beams and spotlights to the ceiling and built in bench seating to the dining area. It has an Aga range cooker set into a feature chimney breast and an excellent range of built in units and matching island unit with composite and wooden worksurfaces and integrated dishwasher.
Side Entrance Hall 2.9m x 1.88m
With wooden entrance door to the side, built in cupboards and window to the rear.
Utlity 2.95m x 2.03m
With double ceramic sink and mixer tap, plumbing for washing machine, mullioned window to the rear and cloaks cupboard housing the underfloor heating manifold.
Lounge 5m x 4.83m
A large lounge which is accessed via glazed double doors from the hall and features a superb stone fireplace with living flame gas stove, exposed stone to 1 wall, set of mullioned windows to the front with exposed timber lintel over and a further front facing sash window and exposed beams to the ceiling. Further doors lead to the rear hall and sitting / dining room.
Sitting / Dining Room 4.9m x 3.35m
A further reception room which could meet a variety of uses. With windows to the front having a stone surround and sill, chimney breast with stone fireplace and heath, beams to the ceiling and central heating radiator.
Study 2.67m x 1.98m
Accessed from the sitting room and featuring a mullioned window with stone surround to the rear, exposed beams to the ceiling and central heating radiator.
Wet Room 2.87m x 2m
An accessible bathroom which features low flush wc, pedestal washbasin and shower area, windows to the side with stone sill and inset spotlights to the ceiling.
Rear Hall
A further hallway at the rear of the house with stairs to the first floor, stone flagged floor, exposed timber features and a series of windows to the rear elevation.
Store 1.85m x 1.22m
A walk in store room which extends underneath the stairs and features a window to the rear.
FIRST FLOOR
Landing
A long landing area with mullioned windows to the rear, partly exposed roof timbers to the high angled ceiling, central heating radiator and a large walk-in storage cupboard. It continues to a second landing area, again with exposed roof timbers and rooflight to the ceiling, central heating radiator and access to the eaves store with hot water cylinder.
Bedroom 1 4.95m x 3.76m
A large double bedroom with exposed stonework to one wall, exposed roof timbers to the high angled ceiling, mullioned windows to the front elevation and central heating radiator.
En-Suite 2.8m x 2.29m
With low flush wc, washbasin, bath, shower cubicle, exposed beam to the high angled ceiling, mullioned windows to the front with stone sill, central heating radiator and heated towel rail.
Walk in Wardrobe 2.77m x 1.96m
With built in rails and shelving, exposed brickwork chimney breast and loft access hatch.
Bedroom 2 4.22m x 3.07m
A large double bedroom with mullioned windows to the front with stone sills, exposed roof truss and spotlights to the angled ceiling, central heating radiator.
Walk in Wardrobe 1.98m x 1.27m
With built in rail and shelving, inset spotlights to the ceiling. Offers the scope to create an en-suite if required.
Bedroom 3 4.06m x 3.8m
Another double bedroom with 2 sets of mullioned windows to the front, partly exposed roof truss, angled ceiling and central heating radiator.
Bedroom 4 4.14m x 2.03m overall
Featuring mullioned windows to the side enjoying the views, angled ceiling with partly restricted headroom and central heating radiator.
Bathroom 3.2m x 2.36m
With low flush wc, pedestal washbasin, bath and shower enclosure, mullioned windows to the rear, partly tiled walls and heated towel rail.
OUTSIDE
The property is accessed via a graveled driveway / parking area from Marsh Hall Lane. This extends to the side of the house where there is a large wooden garden shed mounted upon a concrete base. The garden area is to be found in front of the house and features a paved seating area, lawn and well stocked borders.
Additional information
The property is Freehold. Energy rating TBC. Council tax band F. Our online checks show that Superfast Fibre Broadband (Fibre to the Cabinet FTTC) is available. Mobile coverage at the property is offered by several providers.
Viewing
By appointment with Wm Sykes & Son.
Location
From the New Mill Road between Brockholes and New Mill head up Thurstonland Bank Road into the village of Thurstonland. Continue through the village passing the pub and with the War Memorial on the left, turn left onto Marsh Hall Lane towards Farnley Tyas. Continue along here passing the school and cricket field and out into the countryside. The property will be found on the left hand side.
