The Wellhouse, 3 Machpelah Yard, Hebden Bridge

The Wellhouse offers a rare opportunity to acquire both a beautifully presented detached Grade II listed cottage and an established holiday-let business in the heart of Hebden Bridge complete with a remarkable historic tunnel extending approximately 50 metres into the hillside.

Less than five minutes' walk from both Hebden Bridge town centre and railway station, The Wellhouse combines an exceptional location with genuine character and fascinating history.

The Wellhouse is one of Hebden Bridge's most unusual little properties, this is something very different indeed. It has been successfully operated as a holiday let by the current owners since 2020 and is being offered for sale as an established, turnkey business opportunity.

The business has developed a strong track record, with the property attracting guests looking for somewhere distinctive and characterful within easy walking distance of everything Hebden Bridge has to offer.

The owners have built the business themselves and maintained the property to a very high standard. Rather than starting from scratch, furniture, equipment and other items associated with running the holiday let are all included in the sale to allow its next owner to continue trading with minimal interruption. 

The Wellhouse isn't a standard holiday apartment and that's a large part of its appeal. Detached and built into the hillside, the cottage is approached through a wonderfully atmospheric historic yard, complete with an old well beside the entrance.

Arranged over two floors, the ground floor provides a welcoming kitchen and dining area, while upstairs you'll find a cosy living room with exposed beams, workspace and plenty of character. The bedroom includes a king-size bed, wardrobe and useful storage, with a separate shower room conveniently positioned off the living area.

The current owners have transformed the cottage during their ownership. Once a dark and gloomy property it has now been sensitively improved to create the bright, welcoming place it is today. Works have included a replacement boiler, updated electrics, new flooring, extensive redecoration and significant roof works. The result is a property that retains its historic personality and is also comfortable, inviting and ready to enjoy.

Despite its incredibly central location, the cottage feels surprisingly peaceful once inside. Then there's the feature that makes The Wellhouse truly unforgettable. Extending approximately 50 metres into the hillside is an extraordinary historic tunnel, believed to have been created as a tomb and associated with local historical figure John Fawcett. It's a fascinating part of the property's story and certainly not something you'll find in the average cottage!

Location matters and this is where The Wellhouse really delivers. Hebden Bridge railway station is less than five minutes' walk away, as is the heart of the town with its independent shops, cafés, restaurants, bars and thriving arts and music scene. The surrounding Calder Valley offers fantastic walking and countryside virtually from the doorstep. Direct rail connections towards Manchester and Leeds further broaden the potential visitor market.

Continue operating The Well House as the established business or simply enjoy the cottage as an incredibly distinctive Hebden Bridge property in one of West Yorkshire's most distinctive destinations, opportunities like this don't come along very often. The Wellhouse really does need to be seen to be appreciated.

Rooms

Kitchen Diner: 18'6" x 7'2" (5.63m x 2.20m) 

Lounge: 13'2" x 12'11" (4.01m x 3.93m) 

Bedroom: 11'0" x 8'6" (3.36m x 2.60m) 

Shower Room: 11'0" x 4'5" (3.36m x 1.34m)

MATERIAL INFORMATION 

Tenure Type: Freehold 

Council Tax Band: Agent to advise

Construction Type: Standard Construction

Sources of Heating: Gas central heating

Sources of Electricity supply: Main Supply

Sources of Water Supply: Main Supply 

Primary Arrangement for Sewerage: Main Supply

Broadband Connection: Standard – 17 mbps Superfast – 80 mbps 

Mobile Signal/Coverage: O2 EE Three Vodafone 

Parking: On street parking nearby

Building Safety: No Known Issues

Listed Property: Grade II

Restrictions: Unknown

Private Rights of Way: Unknown

Public Rights of Way: Unknown

Flooded in Last 5 Years: No

Planning Permission/Development Proposals: Unknown

Entrance Location: Ground Floor

Accessibility Measures: Not Suitable for Wheelchair Users

Located on a Coalfield: Unknown

Other Mining Related Activities: Unknown

ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING: Should a purchaser have an offer accepted, they will need to meet our legal requirements under Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML). We use a specialist third-party service to verify your information and the cost of these checks is £25 per person, which is paid in advance, when an offer is agreed and prior to a memorandum of sale being produced.