4 Bedrooms Detached house for sale in Higham Common Road, Higham, Barnsley S75 | £ 425,000

Property Description

Constructed in 1933, this most deceptive of properties has during our client's ownership undergone a detailed scheme of extension and reappointment and it now provides beautifully presented accommodation, the improvements and extensions designed to complement the many original character features which remain in evidence. Furthermore being set into a plot of approximately 1/4 acre which results in superb south westerly views and a generous family friendly rear garden, this wonderful family home enjoys a fine setting offering easy access to the Cawthorne Valley whilst being well placed for daily commuting, with junction 37 of the M1 motorway being a short distance away. Comprising reception hall, formal lounge, outstanding open plan kitchen/dining/sitting room, utility room, cloakroom/WC, superb principal bedroom with en suite bathroom, three further bedrooms, family bathroom and separate WC, impressive first floor landing with library area, extensive block paved driveway leading to double length garage, superb landscaped rear garden.

Ground floor

entrance hallway 13' 11" x 7' 3" (4.24m x 2.21m) Displaying marble floor tiling throughout, the hall exhibits coving to the ceiling, there is most attractive wall panelling which rises up the staircase to the first floor landing and the hallway is heated by way of a traditional column radiator.

Formal lounge 12' 7" x 13' 10" (3.84m x 4.22m) The latter measurement of this principal reception room does not include the walk-in bay window to the front elevation whilst the focal point of the room is a multi fuel stove being set onto a stone hearth. There is a hand painted storage cupboard to the left hand side of the chimney breast, coving to the ceiling, picture rail to the walls, oak flooring throughout and a traditional column radiator. Double internal doors then provide access to the open plan kitchen/dining/sitting room.

Outstanding open plan living kitchen 26' 10" x 20' 10" (8.18m x 6.35m) This superb open plan space is designed very much with modern family life in mind, also of course being ideally suited to entertaining. Whilst presented in an open plan manner in terms of describing the features within the room, we have separate the areas into a sitting room and dining kitchen.

Sitting room

Beautifully presented, displaying as a focal point a grey slate effect tiled chimney breast which contains a multi fuel stove, there is an original hand painted storage cupboard to the right hand side of the chimney breast with further shelves, numerous ceiling downlighters, wiring provision for the wall mounting of a flat screen television and also tall contemporary styled heating radiator.

Open plan living kitchen

To the kitchen area there is a generous range of high quality Italian hand painted units comprising of an extensive expanse of Corian worktop surfaces including an inset 1 1/2 bowl sink to an island workstation, there are low level storage cupboards and drawers as well as display shelves with integrated lighting, included in the sale is a freestanding Rangemaster range style cooker with extractor canopy over and there is also an integrated Bosch dishwasher, microwave and wine cooler. Furthermore there is a space and plumbing facilities for a freestanding American style fridge freezer whilst to the dining area, bi-fold doors to the full width of the rear elevation provide a wonderful outlook over the rear garden. The dining area also exhibits a large rooflight which again floods the area with natural light, there are numerous ceiling downlighters and further feature uplighting to the kitchen area.

Cloakroom/WC 7' 2" x 2' 11" (2.18m x 0.89m) Displaying charming original tiling to the walls, there is further floor-tiling and a two piece suite in white comprising of a low flush WC and wall mounted wash hand basin. Single panel radiator.

Utility room 12' 0" x 5' 8" (3.66m x 1.73m) Providing an expanse of oak worktop surfaces with inset resin sink, there are base storage cupboards, Travertine floor-tiling, numerous ceiling downlighters, a traditional column radiator and to one end of the room is a low level shower tray with thermostatic shower, ideal for dog grooming, cleaning of outdoor footwear etc. The utility also provides secure internal access to the garage.

First floor

bedroom two 13' 11" x 12' 8" (4.24m x 3.86m) This rear facing double bedroom enjoys wonderful views provided by Juliet balcony doors to the rear elevation, there is real oak flooring throughout, picture rail to the walls, original cast iron fireplace, a traditional column radiator and set within one corner of the room is a generous walk in wardrobe.

Bedroom three 13' 11" x 12' 6" (4.24m x 3.81m) This front facing double bedroom is presented to a delightful standard and once again displays an original cast iron fireplace to the chimney breast. In addition there is a picture rail to the walls and a traditional column radiator.

Family bathroom 7' 3" x 7' 6" (2.21m x 2.29m) Exhibiting delightful original tiling to the half height of the walls, there is further period floor-tiling and a two piece suite in white comprising of a vanity wash hand basin set onto a granite stand with drawers beneath and roll top bath with ball and claw feet. There are two wall light points, an extractor fan, a corner linen cupboard and traditional column radiator/towel rail.

Separate WC Having half height timber panelling to the walls, tiling to the floor, a single panel radiator and white low flush WC.

First floor landing The landing continues displaying oak flooring, the landing also exhibits a superb bespoke oak staircase which rises to the second floor. To the front part of the landing is a delightful library area which has a fitted bookcase and also traditional column radiator.

Second floor

bedroom one 13' 5" x 11' 10" (4.09m x 3.61m) This rear facing principal bedroom exhibits oak flooring throughout, laid in a herringbone pattern, there are Juliet balcony doors which take full advantage of the outstanding far ranging views, to one wall there are sliding door fronted wardrobes in addition to which are a number of ceiling downlighters, a traditional column radiator and wiring provision for a wall mounted television.

En suite bathroom 10' 4" x 5' 10" (3.15m x 1.78m) Having full height tiling to the walls with further tiling to the floor and providing a five piece suite in white comprising of a double ended bath, twin vanity wash hand basins, low flush WC and shower cubicle with multi jet thermostatic shower. There are ceiling downlighters, an extractor fan, a rear facing Velux double glazed skylight window and contemporary styled chrome towel rail. Furthermore there is an electric shaver point and a wall mounted mirror with integrated sensor lighting.

Outside To the front a generous block paved driveway provides turning facilities and also parking for up to eight vehicles, the boundary walls being complemented by perimeter inset lighting features. Immediately to the rear of the property is a wide stone patio with integrated lighting adjacent to which is an outdoor kitchen area, ideal for entertaining in the summer months. Central steps with established rockery beds to each side fall to the principal lawn at the rear which exhibits well stocked and tended borders. Towards the rear boundary is an Alpine garden, timber decked sitting area and timber garden shed.

Set to the rear of the driveway is a useful breeze and render constructed garden store and there are also two woodstores.

Services All mains are laid to the property.

Heating A zoned gas fired heating system is provided.

Double glazing The property benefits from high quality sealed unit double glazing to include bespoke handmade and hand painted hardwood sash windows to the front elevation.

Tenure We understand the property to be freehold.

Directions S75 1PF for Sat Nav purposes.

The property is placed midway up Higham Common Road opposite the entrance to Longley Street.

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