The Arches, Highfield Barns

Where countryside meets with convenient access to the city, classic character meets contemporary living at Highfield Barns, a collection of barn conversions enveloped in open countryside dotted with historic villages, gastro pubs, heritage halls and gardens, and all within easy reach of Doncaster’s collection of shops, restaurants, schools and transport links.

An exclusive selection of just six individual and character-packed properties, converted from barns that were once part of the Brodsworth Hall Estate, the homes at Highfield Barns are the perfect rural refuge for those who relish the restorative peace and tranquillity of the countryside, yet also seek the speedy transport links and amenities of city living, set on the leafy fringes of Doncaster.

Each with its own detached garage allocated parking and an EV charger.

Brimming with characterful features, The Arches is a striking home upon arrival, with its combination of exposed brick, stone and glass.

Park up at the front, where the tarmac private parking area features an EVC point, and additional parking for guests can be found beside the detached garage. Impressive external lighting and out door sockets also included.

Inside, sense the character instantly in the spacious and open entrance hallway, where exposed beams feature in the ceiling, and a handsome oak and wrought iron staircase leads up to the first-floor landing. Light streams in through the glass doors to the far end, opening out to the garden.

Crittall-style doors on the left open into the living room, a lavishly sized room where exposed brickwork and a rustic beam overhead infuse the space with comforting character. A wall of windows captures the captivating views out over open countryside, highlighting the privacy of this rural retreat. Underfloor heating carried all throughout the ground floor.

Next door, a versatile reception room could serve as a peaceful study or light-filled playroom or snug, with large windows framing views out over the spacious lawned garden.

Freshen up in the downstairs WC, with wash basin and storage, before continuing from the entrance hall to arrive at another spacious reception room, which could serve as a dining room, snug, office or even a bedroom, offering verdant views out over the garden.

From the entrance hall, Crittall-style doors open into the open plan kitchen diner, where full height windows blur the boundaries between indoors and out, framing far reaching views out over the rolling countryside, a haven for nature. Wine and dine with family and friends whilst admiring the ever-changing views.

Wooden effect LVT flooring flows out underfoot, whilst the sage green central island hosts ample storage alongside a dishwasher, wine chiller, bin drawer and under-mounted ceramic sink. Further storage can be found in the cabinetry to the walls, with two electric fan ovens, full-length larder fridge and full-length separate freezer, and a five-ring induction hob with overhead extractor.

Exposed beams and brickwork enhance the farmhouse feel of the room, which offers plenty of space for a dining table and also provides access through to the utility room, where quartz worktops combine with a second sink and plumbing for washing machine and dryer to create a pretty, yet practical work space. The utility room of your dreams, there is ample space to wash and air clothes, with direct access out to the garden.

Ascend the open tread stairs to the gallery landing to appreciate the incredible views from the double height entrance hall out over the fields and countryside. Beams bedeck the ceiling above the landing, which offers ample room for a sofa or even a desk for those wishing to take inspiration from the incredible views whilst they work.

Off the landing, make your way left, to discover the master bedroom, where the lofty ceiling height creates a light and airy ambience, and far-reaching views await through the wide window to the front. Beams infuse character, with a dressing room alongside deep eaves storage.

Bathe in luxury in the capacious ensuite, tiled to the walls and underfoot, and furnished with subtle mood lighting and illuminate LED mirrors. A large shower with alcove shelving for toiletries accompanies vanity unit storage beneath the wash basin, with a WC and heated towel radiator also to hand.

Returning to the landing, discover a separate, spacious dressing room which could serve either the master bedroom or bedroom three opposite; a spacious double with high, beam bedecked ceiling overlooking the countryside to the front.

Back on the landing, make your way along to arrive at the spa-style family bathroom, with large double ended bath, bathed in light from the Velux windows above, separate walk-in shower with drench head, and vanity unit storage beneath the wash basin. Also fitted with a WC, chrome heated towel radiator and LED mirror, large tiles to the floor and feature wall lend a boutique chic to this sublime family bathroom.

Across from the master bedroom, bedroom four mirrors bedroom three in its ceiling height, exposed beams and country views, whilst at the end of the landing, the guest suite, bedroom two, is a sequestered haven, served by its own spacious, luxurious ensuite with large, walk-in shower, vanity unit wash basin and WC. Deep eaves storage features in each of the three bathrooms on the first floor.

Soak up the sunshine in the freshly landscaped rear garden, where paved pathways link the different areas, providing access to the handsome Indian stone paved terrace, the perfect spot for alfresco dining and summer entertaining. Perfect for families with children and pets, the securely fenced garden offers privacy for all.

An idyllic rural retreat, the homes at Highfield Barns offer the perfect blend of country calm and connectivity.

With strong ties to the Brodsworth Estate, Brodsworth Hall is on your doorstep, a little over a mile and a half away, with its historic Victorian gardens and tea rooms, whilst Hooton Pagnell Hall, also known for its beautiful gardens, is just three miles away. In the village of Hooton Pagnell, you can also dine out at gastro pub 1903.

Surrounded by picturesque country villages, pay a visit to nearby Wentbridge, home to the Wentbridge House Hotel, a beautiful country house hotel that plays host to the Wentbridge Brasserie, whilst Ackworth is also around eight miles away with a collection of shops, cafes and restaurants.

The historic village of Wentworth is 12 miles away, where you can browse the shops, call in for a thirst-quencher at the local pubs and pick up a few plants for the garden from the popular garden centre.

For a wider selection of retail outlets, schools and supermarkets, Doncaster and Barnsley are close by, with easy access from Highfield Barns to Sheffield’s Meadowhall Shopping Centre.

Commuters are well served by road and rail links, with access to the A1, and connections on to the M62, M18 and M1. Meanwhile, in nearby Doncaster you can pick up a main line rail link to London King’s Cross in around an hour and forty minutes, alongside links to Leeds, Wakefield, Sheffield and York.

Escape to the country at Highfield Barns, where sublime views, characterful living and privacy come with fantastic connectivity to the wider world.