Halifax Road, Calderdale, West Yorkshire

Slead Hall is an impressive Grade II listed period residence of exceptional character believed to have been built in 1636, offering a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial piece of local history. Providing more than 8,800 sq. ft of accommodation across The Hall and The Lodge, the property retains a remarkable wealth of original architectural detail, including intricate oak panelling, mullioned windows, stained glass windows and monumental carved fireplaces and panelling. The main residence is currently used by the owners as two separate dwellings, converted in 1919 and in their ownership since 1952. The property could be reconfigured back to one magnificent country house.

The East Wing which enjoys parquet flooring throughout the ground floor, includes a kitchen with log burner and ample space for a breakfast table. Access is from the kitchen to a useful cellar. A spacious drawing room features fine period woodwork, an open fire with stone surround and a window seating. A separate sitting room/library benefits from built in shelving with an open fire and oak panel surround. A cloakroom completes the ground floor. The large hallway gives access to four bedrooms, including the principal suite with a separate dressing area. A shower room and separate bathroom complete this floor.

The impressive columned stone portico gives access to The West Wing dining hall with stain glass windows, intricate carved oak panelling, a galleried landing and an open fireplace. A useful downstairs bedroom and snug are accessed from the dining hall. The impressive Oak Room with fine period oak work and an open fire enjoys the south facing views over the gardens. A separate dining room, kitchen and shower room complete the ground floor. Extensive cellars provide useful storage and utility space. The inner hall leads to a spacious landing which gives access to a further three bedrooms.

The self-contained two-bedroom Lodge provides excellent independent accommodation for guests or multi-generational living, comprising a drawing room, kitchen, two bedrooms and a bathroom. A substantial range of outbuildings further enhances the property and includes a large barn and separate coach house offering workshop, stables and a double garage with carport and versatile loft rooms above.

Slead Hall is set within beautifully maintained private grounds of approximately 4.6 acres. The electric gated entrance opens to a sweeping driveway and large courtyard providing ample parking. The formal part-walled gardens feature manicured lawns, a well, mature specimen trees, established shrubberies and greenhouse, while a dedicated 17m swimming pool area, heated with solar panel’s, a sun deck and pool house provides an excellent setting for recreation and outdoor entertaining. Beyond, the expansive grounds offer considerable privacy and a park-like setting.

Services:
The East Wing - Oil central heating, mains electricity water and drainage.
The West Wing - Main gas, water, electricity and drainage.
The Lodge - Mains gas, water, electricity and drainage.

The property is located in the well-connected market town of Brighouse, set between Halifax and Huddersfield and surrounded by attractive West Yorkshire countryside. Brighouse offers a good range of everyday amenities, including independent shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and leisure facilities, while nearby Hipperholme provides further services.

The area is well served by schooling, with highly regarded independent options such as Rishworth School and Huddersfield Grammar School, together with grammar-school choices including North Halifax Grammar School and The Crossley Heath School.

Brighouse railway station provides services towards Leeds, Manchester, Huddersfield and Bradford, with onward connections to London. The M62 is readily accessible, while the M606 offers a direct link towards Bradford and the wider motorway network. Halifax is close by, with Huddersfield and Bradford also within easy reach, while Leeds and Manchester are accessible by both road and rail.