For sale with no onward chain is this stone-built cottage which bears a datestone of 1784 and occupies a delightful semi-rural hillside position accessed via a track leading up off Stockerhead Lane. It is full of character and charm, and enjoys fabulous far-reaching views over the adjoining countryside and across the valley. It briefly comprises living room, conservatory, kitchen, 3 bedrooms and bathroom. Outside there is a strip of lawned garden to the front, stone paved area at the rear, and as you come up the lane, you arrive at a parking/turning area which is shared by all 4 properties for which each pay £30 per annum. This property also rents an additional garden area for £30 per annum. The village centre is within walking distance where you will find an array of shops, bars, restaurants, cafes, train station, and a regular bus service.
Overview
Property Details
Accommodation
GROUND FLOOR
The stable style entrance door is accessed along the rear of the terrace and opens into:-
Kitchen 3.73m x 2.7m
Fitted with a range of wall, drawer and base units having ample worktops which incorporate a 1½ bowl stainless steel sink with mixer tap. There is a 4-zone ceramic hob with extractor hood over, electric oven, plumbing for a washing machine, and space for free standing appliances. You will also find tiled splashbacks, quarry tiled floor, window offering views up the fields at the rear, and there is space for a breakfast table.
Living Room 5.26m x 4.42m
The main focal point of the room is a gas fired stove set into the chimney breast with exposed stonework surround, timber mantel, and stone hearth. There are windows to the front and rear, exposed beams, French doors taking you through to the conservatory, and a legged open staircase rising to the first floor with storage beneath. We understand there is access beneath the carpet to a vaulted keeping cellar.
Conservatory 4.62m x 2.8m
A fabulous place to sit and relax whilst enjoying extensive far-reaching views. French doors lead out to the front garden and to the rented garden beyond.
FIRST FLOOR
Landing
With loft access.
Bedroom 1 3.2m x 2.7m
There is a window providing views up the fields to the rear.
Bedroom 2 3.53m x 2.16m
This bedroom has fantastic views to the front, exposed beam, wall mounted central heating boiler, and recessed storage area.
Bedroom 3 2.51m x 2.2m
A good-sized single bedroom again enjoying views of the fields to the rear.
Bathroom 3.25m x 1.8m
Fitted with a 4-piece suite comprising a panelled bath with mixer tap and flexi-shower hose, pedestal wash basin, low flush w.c., and a shower cubicle with mains shower over. It has tiled walls, tiled floor, a ladder style radiator/towel warmer, and a frosted window to the rear.
OUTSIDE
As you come up the lane, there is an area of land on which all 4 residents park. Each of the 4 cottages pay an annual rent of £30 for this land. No.3 has a small, grassed area to the front of the conservatory, whilst at the rear there is a stone flagged area over which No.4 has a right of way. There is a public footpath (Colne Valley Circular) that runs alongside the front boundary, beyond which No.3 rents an additional sizeable garden for which they pay £30 per annum.
Viewing
By appointment with Wm. Sykes & Son.
Location
Leave Slaithwaite village and join the Manchester Road heading towards Huddersfield. Take the righthand turn up Linfit Lane, and after passing the Bowling Club on the right, take the next right onto Tudor Street. Follow the road along and just on the bend where the road changed to Stockerhead Lane, turn left up the track that climbs the hill to Stockerhead Farm. Park up and No.3 is the 3rd cottage along.
Additional Information
- Council Tax – Band C (£2,055.25 2025/26)
- Tenure – Freehold
- Utilities:- o Water – mains o Drainage - mains o Gas – mains o Electricity - mains o Heating – gas fired central heating, and a gas fired stove in the living room. o Broadband & Mobile Phone – The ‘Ofcom’ on-line checker shows there is a ‘superfast’ broadband service available in this area and mobile phone coverage at the property is offered by several providers.
