This superb modern townhouse occupies a pleasant setting on the edge of this historic former mill complex with outstanding views towards open countryside. It has been much improved by the present owner who has ensured that the property is presented immaculately both inside and out. The flexible accommodation is arranged over 3 floors and comprises: entrance hall, downstairs wc, store room, garage, landing, lounge, dining kitchen, study / bedroom 4, further landing, 3 second floor bedrooms, bathroom and en-suite. It benefits from a gas central heating system, uPVC double glazing, oak internal doors and quality modern fittings throughout. Externally, there is a parking area to the front with access to the garage and a pleasant enclosed garden to the rear with paved seating area, lawn and borders. Meltham is a much sought after village which enjoys a rare combination of wonderful countryside and many village amenities.
Overview
About the property
The property was built within the grounds of a former textile mill which was converted and redeveloped circa 2006/2007. This property is constructed in natural stone and enjoys a choice position on the edge of the development and enjoys breathtaking views to the rear over open countryside.
It has been much improved by the present owners who have refurbished the bathroom and en-suite shower room, installed oak internal fire doors throughout, fitted new carpets and redecorated throughout. Replacement glazing has been installed to the rear of the building including panoramic lounge windows and a glazed Juliette balcony to enjoy the views.
The ground floor entrance hall features stairs to the first floor, doors to the garage, sitting room and downstairs wc. The sitting room features glazed doors out to the rear garden and has a door into a particularly useful store room. The garage features an insulated remote controlled up and over door and has a utility area at the rear.
On the first floor you will find a wonderful living room which is the perfect place to admire the views from. The dining kitchen is of a good size and is fitted with an excellent range of modern fitted units. It also enjoys views to the front elevation. Also on this floor is bedroom 4 which is a single room, currently used as an office.
The accommodation is complete on the top floor where you will find the principal bedroom – this again enjoys the views and features fitted wardrobes and its own en-suite shower room. There is further double bedroom and single bedroom which are served by the house bathroom.
It is presented to an excellent standard internally and externally with uPVC double glazed windows and gas central heating – the central heating boiler being replaced in 2023. The freehold to the property has also been purchased by our clients.
Externally there is a driveway to the front leading to the garage with a widened path to the front entrance door and attractively planted border. The rear garden has also been transformed and features a paved seating area with raised lawned area beyond with well stocked borders and reclaimed sleeper edging. It adjoins a pleasant area of open greenspace which is attractively landscaped and enhances the views.
Upper Sunny Bank Mills is a well regarded residential development which features a mixture of mews style properties and apartments within the original grade II listed mill building. It is favoured for its proximity to open countryside whilst also being easily accessible for the range of amenities available in the village of Meltham. These include a range of independent retailers, pubs, restaurants and a Morrisons supermarket. There are 2 local junior schools, Meltham Moor Primary School being the closest, approximately quarter of a mile away on Birmingham Lane. You will also find a cricket and football clubs at the village Sports and Community Centre and at the other side of the village is Meltham Golf Club.
Property Details
Accommodation
GROUND FLOOR
Entrance Hall
A spacious entrance hall with composite door to the front, staircase to the first floor, with storage under, laminated flooring and central heating radiator.
Sitting Room 3.86m x 2.9m
With glazed double doors to the rear opening to the garden room and central heating radiator.
Downstairs WC
With low flush wc, vanity washbasin, extractor and central heating radiator.
Store 2.3m x 2.03m
A built-in bookcase from the sitting room opens as door to reveal this handy store room which could alternatively be utilised for a variety of other purposes. It features a window to the rear.
Integral Garage 5.28m x 2.95m
A large single garage with up and over door, electric light and power supply and personal doorway into the hall. A utility area is found at the rear of the garage – this features a sink unit and plumbing for washing machine.
FIRST FLOOR
Landing
With further staircase leading to the second floor.
Lounge 5.05m x 3.23m
A good sized living room which features a tall picture window and adjoining glazed door opening to a glazed Juliette balcony which along with a further window enjoy the stunning views to the rear. It also features a central heating radiator.
Dining Kitchen 6m x 2.95m
The dining kitchen is also of generous proportions and is fitted with a range of base units and wall cupboards with laminated worksurfaces and overhanging breakfast bar, sink unit with mixer tap, 2 integrated ovens, induction hob with extractor over, dishwasher and fridge freezer, tiled splashbacks, windows to the front enjoying the pleasant outlook and central heating radiator.
Bedroom 4 / Study 2.57m x 1.96m
A single bedroom which is presently used as a study. With window to the front and central heating radiator.
SECOND FLOOR
Landing
A further landing area with built in cupboard housing the Worcester central heating boiler with smart controls.
Bedroom 1 3.2m x 5.05m overall
A superb principal bedroom with windows to the rear enjoying the views, built in double wardrobe and central heating radiator. Measurement into the wardrobes and includes the en-suite.
En-suite 1.68m x 1.5m
Refurbished by our clients, with modern three piece suite comprising low flush wc, vanity washbasin and walk in shower with rainfall showerhead and stone resin shower tray, fully tiled walls, obscure glazed window to the rear and central heating radiator.
Bedroom 2 4.1m x 2.95m
Another double bedroom with windows to the front enjoying the views and central heating radiator.
Bedroom 3 2.6m x 1.96m
A single bedroom with built in wardrobe, window to the front and central heating radiator.
Bathroom 2.95m x 1.73m
Also refurbished by our clients. A large house bathroom with modern suite comprising low flush wc, pedestal washbasin and bath with shower over, tiled floor, partly tiled walls and heated towel rail.
OUTSIDE
To the front of the house is a tarmac driveway leading to the integral garage, path leading to the front entrance door and raised borders.
Rear Garden
To the rear of the house is a beautiful enclosed garden area which has also been extensively improved by the present owners with paved seating area immediately off the downstairs sitting room. Beyond this is raised lawn with reclaimed sleepers cladding the retaining wall, well stocked borders. The garden is enclosed by a wooden fence for privacy and is the perfect place from which to enjoy the stunning rural views.
Viewing
By appointment with Wm Sykes & Son.
Location
Head out of Meltham on Slaithwaite Road (B6107). Turn left onto Red Lane and continue along this road until you reach the beginning of open countryside. Turn left again down Sunny Bank Road and the property will be found on the right hand side.
Tenure and Additional Information
Freehold. The properties in this development were originally leasehold but our client purchased the freehold after moving in. Energy rating 82 (Band B). Council tax band D. Our online checks show that Ultrafast Full Fibre Broadband (Fibre to the Premises FTTP) is available. Mobile coverage at the property is offered by a limited number of providers.