Houndgate Lodge, Coal Pit Lane, Lower Cumberworth, HD8

AN EXCEPTIONAL AND BEAUTIFULLY PRESENTED FOUR-BEDROOM DETACHED BUNGALOW, SET WITHIN THE STUNNING RURAL SURROUNDINGS OF LOWER CUMBERWORTH. POSITIONED ALONG A PEACEFUL COUNTRY LANE AND ENJOYING A SCENIC OUTLOOK, BUNGALOWS LIKE THIS RARELY COME TO MARKET! IT'S TRULY A ONE OF A KIND BUNGALOW! GET IN TOUCH WITH EARNSHAW ESTATES TO ARRANGE A VIEWING!

Location

Positioned on a quiet country road, this property enjoys a truly enviable setting, surrounded by beautiful scenery and open Yorkshire countryside, offering a peaceful, semi-rural lifestyle. Despite its tranquil location, the property remains well-connected, with a range of highly regarded schools including Skelmanthorpe first school and Shelley college within walking distance, making it an ideal choice for the growing family.

A variety of shops, cafes and local amenities can be found just a short distance away in both skelmanthorpe and Denby Dale, approximately a 10 minute walk, ensuring convenience is always close at hand. This property perfectly combines countryside living with everyday accessibility, making it a highly desirable location.

Entrance Hallway

The hallway entrance provides a bright and welcoming first impression, finished in a clean, modern style with neutral décor and quality flooring throughout. This space sets the tone for the rest of the home, offering a light and airy feel from the moment you step inside. From here, double doors lead seamlessly through to the open-plan kitchen/diner, creating a natural flow into the main heart of the home. 
 
Kitchen/Diner

This stunning open-plan kitchen/diner is a true focal point of the home, finished to an exceptional standard with a sleek, contemporary design. The kitchen boasts a range of high-quality handleless units with complementary worktops and a stylish central island incorporating a breakfast bar and two integrated wine coolers, perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. A range of integrated appliances are seamlessly built-in including a fridge/freezer, dishwasher, double oven, alongside an induction hob with a statement ceiling-mounted extractor, creating a clean and modern aesthetic. There is also a plate warmer and built-in bin cupboard in the kitchen. 

The space is beautifully illuminated with recessed spotlights and benefits from a series of wide windows that flood the room with natural light while offering pleasant outlooks. There is ample space for a large dining table and seating area, providing the perfect space for family meals and social gatherings. The kitchen/diner offers underfloor heating. 

Utility Room

Leading off the kitchen/diner is a stylish and practical utility room, designed to complement the high-spec finish of the home. The space is fitted with additional worktop space and plumbing for appliances, currently housing both a washing machine and tumble dryer, providing a dedicated area for laundry and storage. Finished with contemporary marble-effect wall panels and sleek flooring, the room offers a clean and modern feel throughout and provides access to the bathroom. 

Bathroom

This stunning house bathroom has been finished to an exceptional standard, showcasing a sleek and contemporary design throughout. Featuring stylish marble-effect wall panels and modern flooring. The bathroom boasts a high-quality four-piece suite, including a fitted bath, a spacious walk-in shower enclosure with rainfall shower, a vanity wash basin with storage, and a low-level W.C. Contemporary black fittings and accents add a striking, modern finish.

Living Room

The living room is a spacious and inviting reception area, beautifully presented with a blend of modern comfort and character features. A charming feature fireplace forms the focal point of the room, complemented by stylish décor and soft lighting, creating a warm and relaxing atmosphere. The room offers ample space for furnishings and benefits from an open aspect leading through to a secondary seating area, where French patio doors open out onto the rear garden, allowing natural light to flood the space and providing a seamless indoor-outdoor flow.

Dining Room

The dining room is a generously sized space, ideal for both everyday dining and entertaining. Featuring decorative wall finishes and a statement chandelier lighting, the room provides ample space for a large dining table and chairs. A window to the rear elevation allows for plenty of natural light and provides pleasant views onto the garden.

Home Office

The home office is positioned to the front of the property, offering a practical and well-proportioned workspace, ideal for those working from home. The room benefits from a large window, allowing plenty of natural light to fill the space while enjoying a pleasant outlook.

The room provides ample space for desks, storage and office equipment, making it a highly functional environment. A particularly useful feature is the direct internal access into the garage, adding convenience and versatility. The home office also offers underfloor heating. 

Bedroom One

A spacious and beautifully presented double bedroom. The room benefits from a range of fitted wardrobes and bedroom furniture, including integrated storage, drawers, and a dedicated dressing area, providing both practicality and a sleek finish.

Bathroom

This beautifully finished bathroom offers a sleek and contemporary design, fitted with high-quality marble-effect wall panels and matching flooring for a seamless, modern look. The space features a stylish walk-in shower enclosure with striking black-framed glass and a rainfall shower, creating a luxurious feel. A modern vanity unit with wash basin provides useful storage, alongside a low-level W.C., all complemented by contemporary black fittings for a cohesive finish. 

Bedroom Two

A well-presented and spacious double bedroom, finished in neutral tones. The room offers ample space for freestanding furniture, including wardrobes and a dressing area, making it both practical and versatile.

Bedroom Three

A well-proportioned and versatile room, currently utilised as a home office, offering flexibility to suit a variety of needs. The room features a large window, allowing plenty of natural light to fill the space while enjoying a pleasant outlook.

Bedroom Four

A well-proportioned and comfortable double bedroom, finished in neutral tones. The room benefits from a large window, allowing plenty of natural light to fill the room while enjoying a pleasant outlook. There is ample space for freestanding furniture, making it a versatile room suitable for use as a guest bedroom or children’s room.

OUTSIDE

Garage & Driveway

To the front of the property, a generous driveway provides ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles, offering both practicality and ease for everyday living. The driveway leads directly to the integral garage, creating a seamless and convenient layout. 

The garage itself provides excellent additional storage space, ideal for secure parking for a small car. Set behind attractive drystone walling, the frontage offers a degree of privacy while maintaining a charming, rural feel in keeping with the surrounding area.

Gardens

The gardens at this property are a true highlight, wrapping around the bungalow and enjoying stunning, open countryside views. A spacious paved patio area sits directly off the property, ideal for outdoor dining and summer barbecues, with plenty of room for a table and chairs.

The garden has been thoughtfully landscaped, featuring low-maintenance artificial lawn areas, attractive stone edging, and gravelled borders, creating a clean and modern finish throughout. A raised decked seating area provides a further place to sit and enjoy the surroundings.

Beyond this, a larger lawned garden extends to the side, offering additional outdoor space perfect for families, pets or simply enjoying the peaceful setting. The gardens back directly onto open fields, providing a high degree of privacy and uninterrupted rural views - a rare and highly sought-after feature.  

ADDITONAL INFORMATION

Material Information - TENURE: Freehold

Gas central heating

ADDITIONAL COSTS: There are no additional costs associated with the property, shared areas or development.

COUNCIL AND COUNCIL TAX BAND: Kirklees Band - E

EPC: TBC

PROPERTY CONSTRUCTION: Standard brick and block

PARKING: Private Driveway.

RIGHTS AND RESTRICTIONS: N/A

DISPUTES: There have not been any neighbour disputes.

BUILDING SAFETY: The property has all of the required building regulations.

PLANNING PERMISSIONS AND DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS: There are no known planning applications on neighbouring properties or land and the vendor confirmed they have not received any notices.
*Please note we do not check the local planning applications so please do so yourself before proceeding.

UTILITIES:
Water supply - Mains Water

Sewerage - Septic Tank
Electricity - Mains
Heating Source - Mains Gas

ENVIRONMENT: There has not been any flooding, mining or quarrying which has affected the property throughout our vendor's ownership.

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2.    MEASUREMENTS are taken electronically using a device and we cannot fully guarantee their accuracy, so we advise these are used as an estimate, and that you take your own measurements if upon viewing the property to ensure these are to your personal satisfaction for any carpets, furniture or other household furnishings.
3.    QUALITY TESTING: No services, apparatus, equipment, fixtures, fittings or any other things have been tested by Earnshaw Estates and we are unable to verify that these are in working order or fit for purpose. We therefore advise buyers to obtain verification from their own tradesperson, surveyor, solicitor or otherwise qualified professional who is able to provide such assurances. Earnshaw Estates are also unable to verify the quality, or condition of any property, land, buildings or additional features, so we advise that buyers obtain their own surveys and speak to a professional regarding this. We will not accept any responsibility or liability in connection with this.
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