3 Navigation Place Bacup Road, Todmorden

Navigation Place is situated next to the picturesque Gauxholme Lock on the

Rochdale Canal. The property was originally a stone lathe barn, constructed from

local gritstone, converted into a modern, bespoke home in 2005. All the original

openings have been retained and fitted with double glazing. 

The property was used historically by the “Navvies” who built the original local

railway and canal systems. The buildings rich history can be viewed here

The property has

also been identified as a Non-Designated Heritage Asset by Todmorden Town

Council, due to its historical significance.

This impeccably presented Scandinavian style (‘upside down') accommodation

comprises on the ground floor, hallway, two double bedrooms and the family

bathroom. Up on the first floor, semi open plan living/ kitchen/diner, office/single

bedroom and gallery walkway. Outside is a fenced, private garden to the front elevation, where there is a decked

area to the entrance of the property and planted area separated by a contemporary

gabion wall. This is accessed by a reclaimed cobble set pathway and bespoke steel

gate. There is also a stone built ‘cave' to the rear wall of the garden, currently used

to store gardening tools and equipment. The decked area is a fantastic south facing

area to sit out have a barbeque, glass of wine, with views looking towards local

moorland/hillside and the Rochdale Canal. 

To the rear of the property is a large, gravelled off road parking area with enough

space for two or more vehicles, which is accessed by a gated driveway. 

As soon as you enter this beautiful, contemporary property, light streams from a steel

grated gallery walkway above the Entrance Hall to the first floor which provides an

impressive view through to the apex of the house. Facing the entrance is a solid oak

staircase with bespoke steel balustrading. Beneath the staircase is a bespoke, large

storage area fronted by gloss white doors. 

Through the impressive double height hallway there are two bedrooms and the

family bathroom. 

Bedroom 1 is wonderfully spacious, with two large, unusual windows looking over

the private garden. 

Bedroom 2 is located at the rear of the property, again spacious with three unique

window openings. 

The Family Bathroom is a modern white 4-piece suite, with a shower above the

bath, part tiled walls and tiled floors. 

The oak staircase leads up to the open plan Living and Dining Area on the first

floor. This is an expansive loft-style space, flooded with light from the four Velux

windows situated in the roof. This area opens to the kitchen and steel grated gallery

walkway. 

Some of the standout features of this incredible room are the engineered oak floor, and full height ceiling making this a bright, airy room that streams sunlight from the

multiple window openings.

The room is stylish and comfortable, with two windows to the front aspect and four

large Velux windows to the full height ceiling that flood the space with natural light,

making this a lovely airy room. there is room for a family sized dining table and

chairs, making this a delightful space for entertaining family and friends. 

It also gives access to the third and smallest bedroom, Bedroom 3 (which currently

functions as a home office/studio). A small window overlooks Lock 23 on the

Rochdale Canal. 

The Kitchen area, which is a step down from the main living area, consists of base

and wall units with flush doors in vanilla, bespoke stainless-steel worktops, and tiled

splashbacks. The boiler and built in oven and grill have been replaced by the current

owners. 

All in all, this is a terrific, unique family home located in a wonderful area which is

ideal for the growing family. It is only a short walk from the excellent facilities and

transport links of Todmorden and Walsden. You also have fantastic outdoor trials and

walks on your doorstep. Todmorden itself is a wonderful Market Town, surrounded by

countryside with a plethora of restaurants, shops, bars and coffee shops. It's an ideal

commuter base with easy access to Leeds and Manchester. Hailed as one of the

best places to live in the UK by the Times newspaper in its 2021 guide. 

People that move to Todmorden, say that they love it here for the friendliness of the people, and that people make time for you , And thats what makes it a really welcoming community .

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Bathroom

2.1m x 1.86m - 6'11" x 6'1"

Master Bedroom

5.5m x 2.4m - 18'1" x 7'10"

Bedroom

3.6m x 3.2m - 11'10" x 10'6"

Living/Dining Room

5.5m x 4.8m - 18'1" x 15'9"

Kitchen

3m x 2.7m - 9'10" x 8'10"

Bedroom

2.5m x 2.7m - 8'2" x 8'10"