5 bedroom detached house for sale

Bridgewater House is a substantial executive home occupying a secluded, picturesque location in easy walking distance to Hebden Bridge and on the fringe of popular Hardcastle Crags.
Over many years the property has been extended and significantly improved to create a truly spectacular family home within this idyllic setting. The flexible accommodation is arranged over two levels, an internal inspection is essential to fully appreciate the scope of this unique and intriguing property. Hebden Bridge town centre is within easy reach offering an extensive range of facilities including a railway station giving ready access to Leeds and Manchester which are an easy commute. Well-regarded local schools are all within easy reach together with a pleasant level walk into the centre of Hebden Bridge alongside the nearby beck and surrounded by beautiful countryside. Also on offer, a large plot of land to the rear of the property offering further potential.
The property is approached through a gated entrance, steps lead up through the pleasant garden to the front door. To the right the first of many attractive patio areas and on the left a doorway into the main reception hallway with tiled floor and spindled staircase leading down.
The hallway leads you to an impressive and well-proportioned living room. The first thing you will notice are the windows to three sides drawing in light from every angle. A feature Yorkshire stone fireplace with stylish wood burning stove takes centre stage. The room is split level adding character and versatility to the space. Bi-folding doors lead out to a stunning sunroom with attractive tiled flooring and impressive vaulted ceiling; expansive windows offer panoramic views. French doors lead out onto a large patio area which is level with the tree-tops so perfect for nature watching, regular visitors include kingfishers and woodpeckers - in the mornings the dawn chorus is wonderful.
Back along the hallway you will find the fabulous and bespoke Martin Moore fitted dining kitchen which comprises a comprehensive range of hand built units and central island with custom granite preparation surfaces. There is a high quality range of appliances including large range cooker, dishwasher together with a large larder cupboard with extending shelving.
The dining area has an attractive vaulted ceiling and a comforting gas fire inset into a contemporary fire surround, there is space for a large dining table ready for hosting the entire family. The property features Amtico flooring in most rooms including throughout this beautifully appointed dining kitchen, additionally the dining area benefits from a floor to ceiling glazed wall with French doors fully opening out onto the extensive sun terrace. The terrace overlooks the beck and rear garden and provides the perfect al fresco dining spot complete with brick built wood fired pizza oven. This part of the garden is a veritable sun trap and is a very pleasant area to sit with the garden area to the rear and the pleasant sounds of the beck below. A hammock is hung on a raised patio area shaded by the old oak tree – a wonderfully peaceful spot.
But back to the house, also on this floor there is a large study (or bedroom six should you need it). This is a pleasant room for home working, also with French doors leading onto the front patio and enjoying pleasant garden views. There are two double bedrooms on this level both enjoying dual aspect windows one of which is an ideal guest bedroom with access to a stylish en-suite shower room. This level also includes a useful storeroom plus a cloakroom with w/c and hand basin access from the hallway.
A spindled staircase leads down to an inner hallway giving access to the principal bedroom suite. A peaceful retreat with stylish fitted wardrobes and a luxury en suite bath/shower room with dressing area. Beautiful wooden flooring creates a cohesiveness to the space, seamlessly linking the sleeping area to the ensuite. The ensuite area comprises a beautiful contemporary free standing bath and a huge double shower, a vanity sink inset into a suite of useful storage cupboard and a recessed flush w/c.
Two further bedrooms are accessed from a pleasant area which would work well as a playroom. This comfortable space has floor to ceiling glazed doors leading onto a patio area. This suite of rooms has access to a further bathroom fitted with stylish fitted units and a Japanese style soaking bath with shower over. There is the potential to create a completely self-contained unit here with independent external access, perfect for extended family or multi-generational living arrangements.
If you like entertaining the cinema/entertainment room will be very appealing. This huge multi-functional space is an area for the whole family to enjoy. The room would work well both as a quiet retreat or the ultimate party room and works perfectly as a home cinema. The current owners have had many memorable times with the whole family in this fun space. A door leads from here into the bespoke studio/office/gym, a useful annexe with glazed fully opening doors leading out to the spacious courtyard area.
Outside, the property is approached through a five-bar entrance gate and hand gate into an extensive gravelled forecourt providing ample private parking wrapping around the side of the house and leading to a carport, shed and log store. There is also an external warm water shower for your four-legged friends.
A welcome feature of Bridgewater House are the extensive enclosed and completely private landscaped gardens which are partially lawned and feature several extensive paved terrace/entertaining areas comprising both a firepit area and barbecue area complete with the aforementioned pizza oven. The gardens are beautifully landscaped with a selection of mature trees and shrubs including fruit trees.
The grounds enjoy lovely long-distance views across the valley and benefit from a mature woodland backdrop. To the rear there is an area of land which is owned by the property of approx. ¼ acre. This versatile plot of land could be a valuable extension to the gardens or may have potential as a site for a further out-house or dwelling (with necessary consents). It has previously held planning permission for a detached dwelling (now lapsed)
This is a property that needs to be viewed to fully appreciate what is on offer. This is a rare opportunity to own such a unique and characterful residence. Book your viewing now. Viewings will be hosted on 1st JUNE Lines open 24/7 or Book Online