A unique opportunity to purchase this brick built detached house set in a stunning 2.36 acre plot in one of the region’s most sought after rural settings. The property was built in the early 1950s and having been in the same ownership since then, is now offered for sale. The current dwelling offers 4 bedroom accommodation but we feel that there is considerable further potential for the next owner to redesign to their own tastes and needs subject to planning permission being approved.
Overview
About Fourways
This is a unique opportunity to purchase a home of unrivalled potential occupying a stunning location between the villages of Netherthong and Wilshaw. The property was originally built circa 1952 and is of brick construction beneath a mainly pitched (Welsh slate) and partly flat roof. It was designed by the renowned architect Arthur Quarmby, albeit not in the modernist style that he became renowned for. The property has remained within the same ownership.
Fourways sits within a impressive 2.36 acre plot with extensive gardens and woodland and enjoys superb rural views. A sweeping driveway from Wolfstones Road leads up to the side of the house where there is generous parking and a detached double garage.
The existing dwelling has an entrance porch at the front leading to the hall which in turn gives access to the main downstairs rooms. The lounge has a bay window to the front, and the dining room is positioned to the side of the building. Alongside this is the kitchen which in turn has a walk in pantry off. There is also a side entrance porch with boiler room / store adjoining. Upstairs there are 4 bedrooms, 2 being good sized doubles and a bathroom.
The property is connected to mains water and electricity. Drainage is to a septic tank and the heating system is oil fired. The property is generally well maintained but would benefit from updating of fittings. We expect that the next owner will look to carry out an extensive scheme of renovation which could include a substantial extension and redesign to create a home that is more in keeping with the size of the plot. This would all be subject to the necessary planning consents of course.
Property Details
Accommodation
GROUND FLOOR
Entrance Porch
A glazed porch to the front of the property with glazed entrance door and additional door into the hall.
Hall
With staircase to the first floor, a built-in cupboard and central heating radiator.
Lounge 4.22m x 4.04m (4.78m max)
A good sized living room with bay window to the front, further window to the side, chimney breast with tiled fireplace and open fire, 2 central heating radiators.
Dining Room 4.52m x 4.06m
With window to the side, and small window to front, chimney breast with tiled fireplace and open fire, central heating radiator.
Breakfast Kitchen 3.33m x 3.33m
Fitted with a range of base units and wall cupboards with laminated worksurfaces, integrated oven, electric hob with extractor over, dishwasher and stainless steel sink, windows to the side and rear.
Pantry 2.26m x 1.24m
A single storey lean-to section on the rear of the building accessed from the kitchen. With window to the side and shelving.
Side Entrance Porch 2.26m x 2.1m
With glazed door and windows to the rear, further window to the side, quarry tiled floor and central heating radiator.
Boiler Room 2.1m x 1.55m
With low flush wc, plumbing for washing machine and central heating boiler.
FIRST FLOOR
Landing
With built in corner cupboard and loft access hatch. Loft is boarded.
Bedroom 1 4.06m x 4.22m
A good sized double bedroom with windows to the front and side, fitted wardrobes and dressing table, 2 central heating radiators.
Bedroom 2 4.17m x 4.06m
Another double bedroom with windows to the side, rear and front, recessed cupboards to either side of the chimney breast and central heating radiator.
Bedroom 3 3.86m x 2.1m
With windows to the side and rear, built in cupboards and dressing table, central heating radiator.
Bedroom 4 2.6m x 2.24m overall
With window to the front and central heating radiator. Note that the dimensions include the staircase bulkhead.
Bathroom 3.25m x 1.7m
With pedestal washbasin, low flush wc and bath, obscure glazed windows to the side and rear, built in airing cupboard, tiled walls and central heating radiator.
OUTSIDE
The property sits with a mature plot extending to 2.36 acres with a sweeping block paved driveway from Wolfstones Road leading up to a block paved parking area at the side of the house. This in turn gives access to the double garage. The grounds are largely lawned with areas of mature woodland.
Garage 6.25m x 6.15m
A detached brick built double garage with 2 up and over doors to the front, windows to the side and rear, electric light and power supply.
Additional information
The property is Freehold. EPC rating 30 (Band F). Council tax band E.
Our online checks show that Superfast Fibre Broadband (Fibre to the Cabinet FTTC) is available and mobile coverage is likely at this postcode depending on provider.
Plan
For identification purposes only.
Viewing
Strictly by appointment with Wm Sykes & Son.
Location
Follow the A635 Greenfield Road out of Holmfirth to the Ford Inn. Turn right here onto Thick Hollins Road. Continue along here then take the second right onto Bradshaw Road. Follow this road down then turn right onto Wilshaw Road. Take the first right here onto Wolfstones Road and the property will be found on the left hand side.
