
Gatehead Lane, Hepworth, Holmfirth

- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
4
- BATHROOMS
3
- SIZE
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- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- Fabulous Detached Converted Chapel
- Versatile Four Bedroom Accommodation
- Far Reaching Panoramic Outlook
- Gated Driveway
- High Specification Interior
- Viewing Highly Recommended
Description
SUMMARY
THIS FORMER CHAPEL BOASTS A CONTEMPORARY INTERIOR WITH VERSATILE FOUR BEDROOM ACCOMMODATION OCCUPYING AN ELEVATED POSITION OVERLOOKING THE HOLME VALLEY. ENHANCED BY GENEROUS GARDENS AND OFF STREET PARKING FOR SEVERAL VEHICLES.
DESCRIPTION
Hepworth is a small village to the southeast of Holmfirth in West Yorkshire, England. It is in the metropolitan borough of Kirklees and the parish of Holme Valley.
Summary
Set within an elevated position on the picturesque fringes of the Holme Valley, this truly unique four-bedroom detached residence is a beautifully converted former chapel, rich in character and commanding breathtaking rural views across the surrounding countryside. Enjoying a delightful sense of seclusion yet remaining within easy reach of local amenities and major commuting routes. The property offers a rare blend of heritage, space and lifestyle.
Sympathetically converted to an exceptional standard, the chapel retains much of its original charm, with striking architectural features complementing generous, light-filled accommodation arranged over spacious proportions. The interior effortlessly combines character with modern comfort, creating a warm and welcoming home ideal for both family living, a professional lifestyle and entertaining.
Externally, the property is embraced by established gardens, perfectly positioned to take full advantage of the fabulous outlook and tranquil setting. There is ample off-road parking, adding to the practicality of this impressive home, while the elevated plot enhances both privacy and panoramic vistas throughout the seasons.
An outstanding and seldom-available home of distinction, offering a peaceful rural lifestyle in one of the Holme Valley’s most desirable edge-of-village locations, early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate all that this remarkable converted chapel has to offer.
Accommodation
Entrance Vestibule
On entry there is an attractive tiled floor covering, inset ceiling lighting and dual aspect double glazed windows. An oak door leads to the cloaks cupboard again having tiled flooring and inset ceiling lighting.
Inner Hallway
The bright and airy hallway has a continuation of the oak floor covering, velux windows providing the natural light, and a splendid staircase with glazed ballustrade ascends to the first floor.
Cloaks/W.C
Fitted in a contemporary style the white suite comprises of a low level w/c and vanity style hand washbasin. There are tiled splashbacks a vertical, black heated rail ladder, inset ceiling lighting and double glazed window to rear aspect with countryside outlook.
Inner Lobby Area
There is a useful double door storage cupboard.
Open Plan Living Kitchen 28' 6" x 19' ( 8.69m x 5.79m )
A simply fabulous room that is the real hub of the home with a vast amount of space and wealth of natural light. The kitchen is fitted with a stylish range of shaker style wall and base units with quartz worksurfaces incorporating a composite sink unit with Quooker hot tap. Fitted with a full range of appliances including Bosch ceramic induction hob, double oven, dishwasher and integrated fridge freezer. The breakfast island is the centrepiece of the kitchen with ceiling light points above.
The dining/ living area once more is of generous proportions with ample space for living and dining furniture. Again a vast amount of natural light flows through the room via the numerous windows along with the patio doors that lead to the superb balcony that boasts breathtaking views across the valley.
Bedroom Two 20' 10" max x 11' 9" ( 6.35m max x 3.58m )
A splendid guest room with oak floor covering having underfloor heating. There is inset ceiling lighting and the dual aspect affords views over the adjacent countryside.
A door leads to the Jack & Jill En Suite
En Suite
The contemporary style suite comprises of twin vanity style hand washbasins and low level w/c. The fixed frame double shower cubicle has a rainfall shower unit and attachment whilst there is also inset ceiling lighting. The room has complementary tiling and a delightful feature arch window providing a glimpse of the original building.
A return door leads to:
Bedroom Three 19' 2" x 11' 6" ( 5.84m x 3.51m )
Another spacious double room featuring inset ceiling lighting, underfloor heating and double glazing to two aspects
First Floor
Lounge 24' 5" x 15' 4" ( 7.44m x 4.67m )
A fabulous reception room once more boasting the spectacular outlook over rolling countryside. The room has an oak floor covering, whilst the vaulted ceiling has inset lighting and skylight windows to both front and rear aspects which along with the French style doors leading to the balcony flood a vast amount of light throughout the room. There are two period style column radiators and this room could easily be utilised as a further bedroom. The balcony itself is ideal for relaxing and taking in the stunning outlook.
Bedroom One 15' 4" to robe x 13' 4" ( 4.67m to robe x 4.06m )
The principle bedroom is of generous proportions with bespoke fitted wardrobes offering ample hanging and storage space. The angled ceiling has inset spotlighting and there is a central heating radiator and three velux style windows with integral blinds provide a rural outlook.
En Suite 10' 4" x 7' 3" ( 3.15m x 2.21m )
Again fitted in a superb contemporary style with white suite comprising of low level w/c, vanity style hand washbasin and step in shower with rainfall unit and attachment. There are complementary tiled walls and floor covering, inset ceiling lighting and a double glazed velux window.
Bedroom Four 10' 5" x 10' 4" ( 3.17m x 3.15m )
The final double bedroom has a period style radiator, inset ceiling lighting and velux style roof window offering the delightful views.
House Bathroom 10' 5" x 8' ( 3.17m x 2.44m )
Fitted in a luxurious style with the white suite consisting of low level w/c, vanity style hand washbasin and freestanding bath with floor mounted mixer tap. The fixed frame walk in shower has a rainfall unit and attachment whilst the room is complemented by the tiled surrounds and floor covering, inset ceiling lighting and a velux style window.
Lower Ground Floor
Utility Room 13' 3" x 8' 9" ( 4.04m x 2.67m )
The utility features plumbing for a washing machine and venting for dryer. There are fitted storage units with complementary worksurface, incorporating a one and a half bowl sink and drainer unit mixer tap.There is an integrated fridge freezer and the room has tiled flooring. A door leads to:
Plant Room
A room providing excellent additional storage along with housing the hot water cylinder.
W/C
Ideal for use on entering the house without walking through reception areas. It has a white low flush w/c and hand washbasin along with tiled floor covering and inset ceiling lighting.
External
Accessed via remote gates leading to a particularly spacious driveway with space for multiple vehicles and turning space. The predominantly lawned gardens wrap around the house and offer a good degree of privacy, and with its elevated position the panoramic outlook can be enjoyed in most areas.
DIRECTIONS
Leave Holmfirth via Station Road, which in turn becomes New Mill Road and proceed into New Mill.
Upon reaching New Mill village centre, follow the road round to the right into Sheffield Road, proceed towards Jackson Bridge. Once through Jackson Bridge proceed up the hill and turn right onto Gatehead Lane where the property is on the right hand side.
1. MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. THESE PARTICULARS ARE ISSUED IN GOOD FAITH BUT DO NOT CONSTITUTE REPRESENTATIONS OF FACT OR FORM PART OF ANY OFFER OR CONTRACT. THE MATTERS REFERRED TO IN THESE PARTICULARS SHOULD BE INDEPENDENTLY VERIFIED BY PROSPECTIVE BUYERS OR TENANTS. NEITHER SEQUENCE (UK) LIMITED NOR ANY OF ITS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS HAS ANY AUTHORITY TO MAKE OR GIVE ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY WHATEVER IN RELATION TO THIS PROPERTY.
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PDF Property ParticularsFull Details- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: G
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Driveway,Gated,Off street
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Front garden,Back garden
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
- No wheelchair access
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