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Main Street, Badsworth, Pontefract

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • For Sale by Auction - T & C's apply
  • Subject to an Undisclosed Reserve Price
  • Buyer's Fees Apply
  • The Modern Method Of Auction
  • Buy With Finance
  • In Need Of Full Refurbishment
  • Grade II Listed Detached Home
  • Three Bedrooms

Description

For sale by Modern Method of Auction; Starting Bid Price £280,000 plus reservation fee. Subject to an undisclosed reserve price. A fantastic refurbishment opportunity, three bedroom stone built detached house with Grade II listing and surrounding gardens and a former reading room. This property is for sale by West Yorkshire Property Auction powered by iamsold ltd.

For sale by Modern Method of Auction; Starting Bid Price £280,000 plus reservation fee. Subject to an undisclosed reserve price. A fantastic refurbishment opportunity set in the heart of this highly sought after village. A three bedroom stone built detached house with Grade II listing, surrounding gardens and a former reading room.

Now in need of a full programme of refurbishment works this attractive Grade II listed stone built family home is approached via a welcoming reception hall that leads through into a drawing room with shuttered windows to two sides. To the rear of the property there is a large living room alongside a former kitchen. The property has a useful storage cellar, whilst to the first floor there are two double bedrooms plus a further single bedroom all served by the family bathroom/w.c. With separate external access the property also benefits from a sizeable former reading room.

The property stands in well proportioned gardens and for the avoidance of any doubt does not have any private parking arrangements.

The property is situated in the heart of the historic village of Badsworth surrounded by some stunning walking countryside in this highly sought after village in the fashionable belt of South Pontefract. Badsworth itself has a good range of village facilities whilst a broader range of amenities are available in the nearby town centre of Pontefract. The national motorway network is also readily accessible. This property is for sale by West Yorkshire Property Auction powered by iamsold ltd.

Accommodation -

Reception Hall - 2.4m x 2.1m (7'10" x 6'10") - Panelled front entrance door and tiled floor. Built in cupboard housing the electricity meter and distribution point.

Drawing Room - 3.9m x 3.9m (12'9" x 12'9") - Shuttered windows to both the front and side, two full height built in cupboards and a feature fireplace with a grate for an open fire.

Inner Hallway - Night storage heater and door to the cellar steps.

Living Room - 4.9m x 4.0m (16'0" x 13'1") - Shuttered windows to the side and rear, built in bookcase, night storage heater and a former fireplace with tiled surround.

Kitchen - 4.6m x 2.4m (15'1" x 7'10") - Windows to the side and rear. External door to the rear. A range of former kitchen units with laminate worktop and stainless steel sink unit, night storage heater and former fireplace with tiled surround.

First Floor Landing - Loft access point, night storage heater and roof light.

Bedroom One - 4.9m x 4.0m (16'0" x 13'1") - Arched sash window to the rear, built in cupboard and night storage heater.

Bedroom Two - 3.9m x 3.9m (12'9" x 12'9") - Arched sash window to the front, built in wardrobe and night storage heater.

Bedroom Three - 3.6m x 2.1m (11'9" x 6'10") - Sash window to the front.

Bathroom/W.C. - 4.6m x 2.5m max (15'1" x 8'2" max ) - Window to the side. Fitted with a three piece white and chrome suite comprising panelled bath, pedestal wash basin and low suite w.c. Built in airing cupboard housing insulated hot water cylinder.

Former Reading Room - 6.9m x 6.1m (22'7" x 20'0") - Separate external access, three sash windows to two sides, this is a useful additional lofty room with an internal head height averaging 4.1m. Part stone paved flooring and former fireplace.

Outside - The property is approached via a stone paved footpath from the Churchyard. The gardens lie to three sides and for the avoidance of any doubt, the house does not have any private parking arrangements.

Auctioneer's Comments - This property is for sale by Modern Method of Auction allowing the buyer and seller to complete within a 56 Day Reservation Period. Interested parties’ personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold Ltd).

If considering a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding. A Buyer Information Pack is provided, which you must view before bidding. The buyer is responsible for the Pack fee. For the most recent information on the Buyer Information Pack fee, please contact the iamsold team.

The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a Non-Refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price inc VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600 inc. VAT. This Fee is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. The Fee is considered within calculations for stamp duty.
Services may be recommended by the Agent/Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £960 inc. VAT. These services are optional.

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Council Tax Band - The council tax band for this property is TBC.

Epc Rating - To view the full Energy Performance Certificate please call into one of our local offices.

Floor Plans - These floor plans are intended as a rough guide only and are not to be intended as an exact representation and should not be scaled. We cannot confirm the accuracy of the measurements or details of these floor plans.

Viewings - To view please contact our Pontefract office and they will be pleased to arrange a suitable appointment.

As you walk from Main Street, walk towards the church with the school on your right. Follow the steps into the Church Yard and take the path which leads you right out of the yard and down with the Head Master’s House on your left followed by the Former School House. STRICTLY NO ACESS VIA HALL FARM

* Fantastic refurbishment opportunity
* A Grade II listed building
* Stone built detached house
* Three bedrooms & two receptions
* Sizeable former reading room
* Well proportioned gardens

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About Richard Kendall, Pontefract and Castleford

32 Ropergate Pontefract, WF8 1LY
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Welcome to Richard Kendall Estate Agent, a family firm with family traditions. We are an independent local firm of Estate Agents and have been selling and renting homes for over 55 years

Having opened our Pontefract branch in Spring 2025, we are proud to continue delivering outstanding service and customer care. Our dedicated team covers all areas including Pontefract and Castleford - with professional, qualified and local staff ready to assist with all your property needs.

Our Team

Covering Pontefract, Castleford as far as Goole, we have been serving these areas for over 55years. Headed up by Amanda Dyson (Pontefract & Castleford Sales Manager) who lives locally and has been with Richard Kendall Estate Agent for over 20 years. Amanda is supported by a team of efficient and friendly staff who know your area, live in your area and they know how to sell houses the Richard Kendall way.

Rooted in Pontefract and Castleford, our local team is passionate about what they do - whether it's selling your home or managing your rental property with care. We're proud to be a friendly, familiar presence in the area, always eager to push sales forward and deliver a service that feels personal, professional, and approachable.

Our Services

We offer FREE market appraisals whereby one of our experienced Valuers will visit your home to provide a detailed valuation of your property for sale, together with explaining to you our marketing approach in the selling of your home.

Are you looking to rent out your home? Look no further than our Residential Lettings team based at our Horbury and Normanton office. Simply call 01924 260022 and again we can provide a FREE no obligation rental appraisal of your property.

In addition to the above, we can provide you with an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) which is a legal requirement in either selling or renting your home. Please contact any office for further information.

We also provide Independent Mortgage advice throughout our office network. Whether you are looking to finance your new home, arranging a buy to let mortgage or are simply looking to remortgage your existing property we can assist you with all aspect of budget planning for your future.

Contact us

If you would like to view any of our properties currently for sale, arrange a free market appraisal, or simply speak to a member of our staff, please do not hesitate to contact us:

Pontefract & Castleford

: 01977 798844

pontefract@richardkendall.co.uk

Richard Kendall Estate Agents are open 7 days a week and carry out accompanied viewings every day of the week, including Sundays.

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