Silver Street, Fairburn, Knottingley, North Yorkshire

A beautifully situated detached period family home of great charm, retaining a wealth of original features and a rich local history, with stunning southerly views overlooking the glorious Fairburn Ings. Set within picturesque, mature and well-established gardens, the property enjoys a delightful countryside setting, whilst offering excellent access to the A1 and M62 and being approximately 10 miles east of Leeds city centre.

A truly special property, combining beautifully preserved character with thoughtful modernisation and an exceptional setting. A personal viewing is essential to fully appreciate the scale, quality, history and unique atmosphere of this wonderful home, together with its beautiful grounds and outstanding views.


A characterful village home of considerable charm and distinction, The Old Vicarage boasts a wealth of unique period features and appointments which can only truly be appreciated upon a personal viewing. Formerly known as Ardeen House, the property also forms part of the village historical trail, adding to its fascinating local heritage.
The property has been sympathetically modernised to a high standard, carefully balancing modern comfort with its original character. The fabric of the house has been thoughtfully updated in accordance with Heritage guidelines, including re-roofing, re-rendering with traditional lime render and the beautiful restoration of the original stone window detailing. An air ventilation system has also been installed, together with solar panels providing electricity and EV charging facilities.
Internally, the house retains a wonderful sense of period character, with generously proportioned rooms, high ceilings, original architraves and deep-set, wooden-framed window surrounds which beautifully frame the gardens and far-reaching views beyond. The welcoming reception hall features beautiful parquet flooring, while Karndean flooring has been introduced to the lounge and family room, providing a practical yet sympathetic finish.
The elegant lounge and sitting/family room are both enhanced by wood-burning stoves, providing warmth and a natural focal point to each room. The formal dining room, lounge and three of the four bedrooms retain their original marble fireplaces, adding further character and individuality.
The accommodation comprises, a welcoming reception hall, cloakroom and WC, elegant lounge, sitting/family room and formal dining room, providing excellent spaces for both family life and more formal entertaining. There is also a modern breakfast kitchen with range cooker, together with a useful utility room and cellar storage rooms.
To the first floor are four light and spacious double bedrooms, each benefiting from the excellent proportions and character of the original house. The bedrooms are served by a stylish modern house bathroom and separate shower room.
The property also benefits from useful outdoor storerooms, private off-street parking and two single garages, providing excellent additional storage and parking facilities.
The private and established gardens are an undoubted feature of this wonderful period home, with shaped lawns, deep and well-stocked herbaceous beds and borders, together with a charming courtyard and areas specifically designed to make the most of the stunning southerly views across Fairburn Ings.

Despite its peaceful rural setting, everyday amenities are within easy reach. There are several excellent village pubs nearby, ideal for a leisurely countryside walk around the nature reserve followed by a traditional pub lunch. The village also has a strong sense of community, with a vibrant cricket club offering teams for all ages, local fitness groups held at the community hall and regular coffee mornings providing opportunities for residents to meet and socialise. Byram offers a post office and Co-op for everyday essentials, whilst Pontefract, Castleford and Garforth are all approximately 10 minutes away by car, providing a wider range of shops, services and leisure facilities.
This is a truly distinctive family home offering an exceptional combination of space, flexibility, spectacular countryside views, energy-efficient features and excellent commuter connections, whilst also providing the benefits of a welcoming and active village community.