Property description
A RURAL RETREAT WITH A BREATHTAKING OUTLOOK
Set at the top of Stocks Lane in the sought-after hamlet of Mount Tabor, Sentry Barn is a striking stone-built residence offering panoramic views across the Luddenden Valley. With approximately two acres of land, including gently sloping fields (currently grazed by cows), this home offers a rare balance of countryside living and everyday convenience—Halifax town centre is just five minutes away.
The property includes a charming, self-contained annexe, making it ideal for multi-generational living, guest accommodation, or even a holiday let (subject to any necessary consents). Combining original period features with spectacular scenery, Sentry Barn offers character, flexibility, and the kind of peace only nature can provide.
GROUND FLOOR
PORCH
A glass-fronted entrance with tiled flooring leads into the hallway, allowing light to pour in via internal windows and a beautiful stained-glass fanlight above the door.
HALLWAY
The central hallway boasts high ceilings and cornicing, setting the tone for the rest of the home. Doors lead off to the cloakroom, kitchen, and lounge, with stairs rising to the upper floors.
KITCHEN DINER
A warm and welcoming heart of the home, the kitchen features cream Shaker-style cabinetry with contrasting wooden worktops, exposed beams, and an impressive seven-burner gas range. The uninterrupted views across the valley turn even washing up into a pleasure. Doors lead through to the dining room and annexe.
LOUNGE
With high ceilings, cornicing, and French doors leading to a Yorkshire stone balcony, this elegant space is ideal for relaxing or entertaining.
BALCONY AND UNDERCROFT
The balcony enjoys elevated views and beneath it lies an undercroft room with French doors—perfect for conversion into a home gym or studio. The current owner had plans to deck this sunny area.
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GRANNY ANNEXE
Accessed from both the kitchen and its own entrance vestibule, the annexe includes:
- Storage room / pantry
- Utility area with sink and picture window
- Bathroom with toilet, shower, and basin
- Dual-aspect sitting room with impressive views and period cornicing
- Single bedroom with decorative wall panelling and window overlooking the fields
This flexible space is ideal for guests, relatives, or potential holiday letting.
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FIRST FLOOR
FAMILY BATHROOM
Fitted with a corner bath, shower, toilet, and basin.
BEDROOMS ONE AND TWO
Both generous doubles with high ceilings, cornicing, and valley views—each with its own ensuite shower room with toilet, sink, and heated towel rail.
BEDROOM THREE
A standout dual-aspect double with a circular feature window that beautifully frames the landscape—perfect for early risers.
BOX ROOM / NURSERY / OFFICE
A charming space featuring a central arched window flanked by two rectangular panes, all set in exposed stone—ideal as a nursery, study, or creative nook.
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ATTIC LEVEL
Accessed via a staircase from the first floor, the attic room is spacious, full of character, and offers:
- Vaulted ceilings with exposed truss beams
- Arched window with spectacular elevated views
- Eaves storage
- Ensuite shower room, with potential to expand by opening into additional eaves space
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GARDENS AND LAND
Set in approximately two acres, the property includes open fields, ideal for grazing or recreational use. The current owners recommend keeping the cows—they help manage the land naturally!
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LOCATION
Mount Tabor is a charming hilltop community surrounded by open countryside yet only a short drive from Halifax town centre. Well-regarded schools, country walks, and characterful local pubs are all close at hand.
As the current owner put it:
“It’s the view of Luddenden Valley, and living amongst the deer and pheasants. You’re in nature, but still close to town and schools. There's a real sense of community here. The fresh air, the space, the walkable pubs—it’s all part of the lifestyle.”
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KEY INFORMATION
- Fixtures and fittings: Only fixtures and fittings mentioned in the sales particulars are included in the sale.
- Local authority: Calderdale
- Wayleaves, easements and rights of way: The sale is subject to all of these rights whether public or private, whether mentioned in these particulars or not.
- Tenure: Freehold
- Council tax band: E
- Property type: Semi-detached
- Property construction: Stone
- Electricity supply: Outfox Energy
- Gas supply: Outfox Energy
- Water supply: Yorkshire Water
- Sewerage: A water treatment system is scheduled for installation on 11th August.
- Heating: Gas central heating (Outfox Energy)
- Broadband: TalkTalk
- Mobile signal/coverage: Good
- Parking: Driveway for up to five cars
Please note: A suicide occurred in this property.
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