Hollins Lane, Greenfield, Saddleworth

Welcome to Ridings an exceptional 5 bedroom detached residence, occupying a substantial private plot on the highly sought-after Hollins Lane, Greenfield. Extending to approximately 4,757 sq ft of accommodation, this magnificent family home combines timeless character, outstanding craftsmanship & breathtakingly countryside surroundings.

Mcdermott & Co are delighted to offer such a rare opportunity to purchase this executive family home, consisting an impressive entrance hallway with solid oak staircase, principal lounge, media room, kitchen, a spectacular dining/garden room, cloakroom/WC, boot room, two utility rooms & integral garage. To the first floor are five generous bedrooms, including a luxurious principal suite with dressing room & en suite bathroom, a second en suite bedroom with dressing room, a Jack & Jill bathroom, separate study & extensive storage accommodation.

Character features are evident throughout, including exposed timber beams, leaded windows, solid wood flooring, feature stone fireplaces & an impressive oak staircase. Numerous rooms enjoy far-reaching views of the surrounding Saddleworth countryside. Further benefits include a cellar, outdoor WC & boarded loft space.

The long private driveway leads to extensive parking, an integral garage & beautifully maintained gardens featuring substantial lawns, mature planting, a greenhouse, raised vegetable beds, a summerhouse & stone-flagged terraces ideal for outdoor entertaining whilst enjoying the panoramic views towards Hartshead Pike.

While the property has been lovingly maintained & offers an exceptional opportunity, some areas would benefit from updating/modernisation, allowing prospective purchasers the chance to enhance & personalise this substantial home to their own requirements.

Occupying one of Saddleworth's most desirable locations, this outstanding residence offers a rare combination of space, character, privacy & spectacular countryside views. Early viewing is highly recommended.

Entrance Hall - 4.09m x 6.91m (13'5 x 22'8) - An impressive and welcoming entrance hall featuring herringbone parquet flooring, under floor heating, exposed timber beams and a magnificent oak staircase with turned balustrading rising to the first floor. A striking full-height leaded window floods the space with natural light, enhancing the sense of grandeur and showcasing the property's period character.

Benefiting from traditional timber doors, pendant lighting and radiators, the hall provides access to the principal ground-floor accommodation and creates a truly memorable first impression. A particular feature is the arched stone entrance porch and original timber entrance door, reflecting the quality craftsmanship and architectural heritage found throughout this exceptional residence.

Wc & Cloak Room - 1.55m x 1.65m (5'1 x 5'5) - A useful and well-appointed cloakroom and WC featuring a range of fitted coat storage, seating and bespoke cabinetry providing excellent everyday practicality. Benefiting from tiled flooring, underfloor heating, recessed spot lighting, a radiator and a large front-facing leaded window allowing plenty of natural light, this space serves as an ideal boot room and cloakroom area.

The adjoining WC is fitted with a concealed cistern WC and a contemporary wash hand basin set upon a vanity unit with storage beneath. Complemented by part-tiled walls, tiled flooring and a front-facing frosted window providing natural light and ventilation, creating a stylish and convenient facility for guests and everyday family use.

Media Room - 6.38m x 4.22m (20'11 x 13'10) - An impressive and generously proportioned media room featuring solid wood flooring, under floor heating, exposed timber beams, recessed spot lighting and a striking feature fireplace with stone surround and brick hearth creating a superb focal point. A large walk in side-facing leaded bay window together with a further rear-facing window flood the room with natural light and enjoy attractive views over the gardens.

A particular feature of the room is the integrated home cinema system, benefiting from fitted ceiling speakers and dedicated wiring for a projector installation, creating the perfect environment for film nights, gaming and entertaining. Offering ample space for a variety of seating arrangements, this outstanding reception room successfully combines character features with modern technology and family living.

Lounge - 4.88m x 7.85m (16'0 x 25'9) - A magnificent and exceptionally spacious principal reception room featuring solid wood flooring, under floor heating, exposed timber beams, recessed spot lighting and a striking feature stone fireplace with brick-lined inset and raised hearth, creating an impressive focal point to the room. A stunning walk-in leaded bay window enjoys breath taking far-reaching countryside views and floods the space with natural light.

Offering ample room for a variety of seating arrangements, this elegant reception room is ideal for both family living and entertaining. Beautifully presented throughout, the room combines character features, generous proportions and outstanding views to create one of the property's most impressive living spaces.

Kitchen - 6.35m x 4.93m (20'10 x 16'2 ) - A stunning and generously proportioned kitchen / breakfast room fitted with a range of traditional shaker-style wall and base units, complemented by solid wood work surfaces and an inset sink unit.

Benefiting from wood-effect flooring, set up for under floor heating, recessed spot lighting and a large leaded window enjoying attractive garden views, the room is flooded with natural light. A striking feature stone fireplace further enhances the character of the space, whilst the generous proportions provide ample room for a family dining table and chairs.

Open access leads through to the dining room, creating a sociable flow ideally suited to modern family living and entertaining. Beautifully combining period character with practical everyday functionality, this impressive room forms the heart of the home.

Dining/Garden Room - 5.72m x 6.43m (18'9 x 21'1) - A truly impressive dining room and entertaining space, enjoying an abundance of natural light from a striking vaulted glazed roof lantern and extensive floor-to-ceiling glazing overlooking the gardens and surrounding countryside. Featuring solid wood manufactured wood flooring, under floor heating, recessed spot lighting and contemporary stone detailing, the room provides ample space for a large family dining table and chairs.

Large sliding glazed doors open directly onto the stone terrace, while bi-folding doors to the far end of the room create a seamless connection between the indoor and outdoor living spaces, perfectly framing the breathtaking views beyond. Open access leads through to the kitchen/breakfast room, making this exceptional space ideally suited to modern family living, entertaining and special occasions alike.

A particular feature of the room is the stunning panoramic outlook across the gardens and rolling countryside, creating a bright, spacious and memorable setting at the heart of the home.

Utility Rooms/Study/Boot Room - 3.58m x 7.59m (11'9 x 24'11) - Accessed directly from the inner hallway, this versatile boot room / study provides a practical yet characterful space, ideal for home working, reading or everyday household organisation. Benefiting from fitted storage, wood-effect flooring, a radiator and a large front-facing leaded window allowing plenty of natural light, the room offers excellent flexibility to suit a variety of requirements.

A particular feature is the attractive open fireplace recess, enhancing the character and charm of the space whilst creating an appealing focal point. The room provides an ideal link between the main accommodation and service areas of the home.

Leading through is the main utility room, fitted with a range of base units, complementary work surfaces and a Belfast sink, together with space and plumbing for laundry appliances. Benefiting from additional storage, the utility room enjoys access to the garage, side entrance and rear of the property, creating a highly functional working area ideally suited to busy family life.

Hallway - 2.31m x 2.49m (7'7 x 8'2) - Positioned between the utility rooms and garage, this useful boot room / inner hallway provides a practical transition space linking the service areas of the home. Featuring tiled flooring, ceiling lighting and fitted storage areas, the space is ideally suited for coats, footwear and outdoor equipment.

Benefiting from access to the garage, main utility room and side entrance, the hallway provides excellent day-to-day practicality and serves as a functional hub connecting the ancillary accommodation.

Garage - 4.55m x 5.89m (14'11 x 19'4) - A substantial integral garage extending to approximately 309 sq ft, providing excellent secure parking, workshop space and storage. Benefiting from an electric up-and-over garage door, power, lighting and fitted workbench areas and pit, the garage offers significant versatility for a variety of uses.

Further features include windows allowing natural light, internal access via the adjoining boot room/hallway, and access to the rear of the property. The garage also houses the property's central heating boiler, creating a highly practical ancillary space that perfectly complements the accommodation on offer.

Stairs & Landing - 2.87m x 8.15m (9'5 x 26'9) - A magnificent galleried landing accessed via an impressive solid oak staircase with turned spindle balustrading and distinctive carved owl newel posts, creating a striking focal point within the home. Featuring solid wood flooring, recessed spot lighting and a large leaded window together with a rooflight, the space is flooded with natural light and enjoys pleasant views over the surrounding grounds.

The generous proportions provide access to all first-floor accommodation, while a useful built-in storage cupboard offers additional practicality. Retaining a wealth of character and craftsmanship throughout, this impressive landing perfectly reflects the quality and grandeur found across the property.

Bedroom One - 6.12m x 3.86m (20'1 x 12'8) - A magnificent principal bedroom suite of exceptional proportions, featuring solid wood flooring, recessed spot lighting and dual-aspect leaded windows allowing an abundance of natural light whilst enjoying attractive views over the surrounding grounds and countryside. The generous layout provides ample space for a king-size bed, seating area and additional bedroom furniture, creating a luxurious and relaxing retreat.

A particular feature of the room is the attractive walk-in leaded bay window, which enhances the character of the space and provides a stunning outlook. The bedroom benefits from direct access to both the dressing room and en suite bathroom, creating a superb principal suite befitting a home of this calibre.

Dressing Room - 3.18m x 1.96m (10'5 x 6'5) - Accessed directly from the principal bedroom suite, a well-appointed dressing room featuring fitted hanging rails, shelving and storage solutions providing excellent wardrobe space. Benefiting from tiled flooring, recessed spot lighting and a practical layout, the room offers ample storage for clothing, footwear and accessories.

Positioned between the principal bedroom and en suite bathroom, this useful space enhances the functionality of the suite and creates a luxurious dressing area befitting a home of this calibre.

En-Suite - 4.06m x 3.94m (13'4 x 12'11) - A luxurious and generously proportioned en suite bathroom serving the principal bedroom suite, fitted with a contemporary four-piece suite comprising a freestanding oval bath with floor-mounted mixer tap, walk-in rainfall shower area, twin wall-mounted wash hand basins and a concealed cistern WC.

Complemented by tiled flooring, partial wall tiling, recessed spot lighting and a large leaded window enjoying attractive views over the surrounding gardens, the room is flooded with natural light. The spacious layout and high-quality finish create a superb spa-like environment, perfectly complementing the principal bedroom and adjoining dressing room.

Bedroom Two - 5.33m x 5.13m (17'6 x 16'10) - A substantial double bedroom featuring vaulted ceilings with exposed timber trusses, solid wood flooring, recessed spot lighting and radiators. A striking walk-in leaded bay window together with additional leaded windows flood the room with natural light and enjoy attractive views over the surrounding gardens and countryside.

Benefiting from generous proportions throughout, the room offers ample space for a double bed and additional bedroom furniture. A particular feature is the private dressing room and en suite shower room, creating an impressive guest suite. This exceptional bedroom successfully combines character, space and luxury in keeping with the rest of the property.

En Suite - 2.90m x 2.44m (9'6 x 8'0) - A stylish and contemporary en suite shower room fitted with a three-piece suite comprising a walk-in rainfall shower, vanity wash hand basin with storage beneath and a concealed cistern WC. Complemented by quality tiling to the walls and floor, recessed spot lighting, a heated towel rail and a leaded frosted window providing natural light and ventilation. A luxurious and well-appointed en suite serving Bedroom Two.

Dressing Room - 1.65m x 1.52m (5'5 x 5'0) - Accessed directly from Bedroom Two, a useful dressing room fitted with hanging rails, shelving and built-in storage, providing excellent wardrobe space for clothing, footwear and accessories. Benefiting from fitted carpeting and a full-length mirror, the room offers a practical and well-organised dressing area whilst enhancing the functionality of the adjoining bedroom suite.

Bedroom Three - 4.95m x 3.96m (16'3 x 13'0) - A generous double bedroom featuring solid wood flooring, recessed spot lighting, wall lighting and radiators. A large rear-facing leaded window allows an abundance of natural light and enjoys attractive views over the surrounding grounds. The room offers ample space for a double bed and additional bedroom furniture.

A particular feature of the room is its access to a Jack & Jill bathroom, shared with the adjoining bedroom, creating flexible and practical accommodation ideally suited for family members or guests. Benefiting from generous proportions throughout, this impressive bedroom complements the standard found across the property.

Jack & Jill Bathroom - 1.98m x 2.95m (6'6 x 9'8) - A contemporary Jack & Jill bathroom serving Bedrooms Three and Four, fitted with a three-piece suite comprising a panelled bath with rainfall shower over and glazed shower screen, wall-mounted wash hand basin and concealed cistern WC. Complemented by tiled flooring, contemporary wall tiling, recessed spot lighting and a chrome heated towel rail.

A particular feature of the room is its dual access arrangement, providing convenient use from both adjoining bedrooms whilst maintaining privacy. A stylish and well-appointed bathroom, ideally suited to family living and guest accommodation.

Bedroom Four - 4.95m x 3.99m (16'3 x 13'1) - A spacious double bedroom featuring solid wood flooring, recessed spot lighting, wall lighting and a radiator. A large rear-facing leaded window allows plenty of natural light and enjoys attractive views over the surrounding grounds and countryside.

A particular feature of the room is the loft access via a pull-down ladder, providing access to useful additional storage space. Benefiting from generous proportions throughout, the room offers ample space for a double bed and additional bedroom furniture, making it ideal for family members or guests.

Bedroom Five - 4.50m x 5.82m (14'9 x 19'1) - A substantial and versatile room currently utilised as a home office, featuring fitted carpeting, recessed spot lighting, radiators and a large rear-facing leaded window enjoying attractive views over the surrounding gardens and countryside. Benefiting from an extensive range of fitted base units, cupboards and work surfaces, the room offers excellent storage and workspace.

The generous proportions provide flexibility for a variety of uses and the room could be easily utilised as a fifth double bedroom, guest suite, games room or additional reception room, making it ideal for modern family living.

Study - 1.60m x 4.52m (5'3 x 14'10) - A useful and versatile study featuring fitted carpeting, recessed spot lighting and a rear-facing window allowing plenty of natural light whilst enjoying attractive views over the surrounding grounds. Benefiting from an extensive range of fitted shelving, storage cupboards and display units, the room provides excellent storage and workspace.

Ideal for home working, hobbies, reading or additional storage, this well-proportioned room offers flexible accommodation and complements the generous living space found throughout the property.

Outdoor Wc - 0.79m x 1.75m (2'7 x 5'9) - A useful external WC positioned within the rear courtyard area, fitted with a low-level WC and wall-mounted wash hand basin. Benefiting from a leaded window providing natural light and ventilation, this practical facility offers additional convenience when enjoying the extensive gardens and outdoor entertaining areas. A valuable ancillary feature complementing the outdoor space and grounds.

Cellar - A useful cellar space extending to approximately 166 sq ft, accessed externally from the rear courtyard area. Benefiting from power, lighting and ample storage space, the cellar provides excellent ancillary accommodation for household items, gardening equipment, tools and workshop use.

Positioned adjacent to the outdoor WC and rear garage access, this versatile area offers significant practical storage and further enhances the functionality of the property's extensive service and utility spaces.

Loft - A useful loft space accessed via a pull-down ladder from Bedroom Four. Benefiting from boarded flooring and providing substantial storage capacity, the loft offers excellent space for seasonal items, luggage and household belongings. Fitted with power and lighting covering three quarter length of the property. On Demand Hot boiler located in the loft.

Positioned within the roof space and extending across a generous area, this practical loft further enhances the property's already impressive range of storage and ancillary accommodation.

External - Approached via a long private driveway, the property occupies a substantial and highly secluded plot, set within magnificent landscaped grounds and enjoying breath-taking far-reaching countryside views.

To the front, an impressive courtyard-style driveway provides extensive off-road parking for numerous vehicles and leads to the integral garages, creating a grand entrance befitting the property's character and scale.

To the rear, the property enjoys beautifully maintained formal gardens, predominantly laid to lawn and extending across a substantial plot. A generous stone-flagged terrace and covered outdoor seating area provide superb spaces for outdoor dining, entertaining and relaxation, all whilst taking full advantage of the stunning open views across the surrounding countryside.

A particular feature of the grounds is the variety of outdoor spaces on offer, including a greenhouse, raised vegetable beds, landscaped planting areas and a charming timber summerhouse, together with access to the cellar, rear of the garage and a useful external WC. Mature trees, established hedging and woodland boundaries create a wonderful sense of privacy and enhance the peaceful setting.

A truly exceptional outdoor space that perfectly complements this outstanding stone-built residence.

Plot - Approx 5.35 acres of private land surround this property, the area highlighted in yellow is included with the property sale, the two areas highlighted in pink and blue are agricultural land with the option to purchase individually at £20,000 each.

Disclaimer - Some of the marketing images have been digitally enhanced to remove personal belongings and household items for presentation purposes. The photographs are intended to provide an accurate representation of the property's layout, features and condition, however viewers are advised that certain images may have been edited for marketing purposes.

Tenure - Freehold - The property is listed as Freehold

Stamp Duty Land Tax - Residential property rates
You usually pay Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) on increasing portions of the property price when you buy residential property, for example a house or flat.
The amount you pay depends on:
• when you bought the property
• how much you paid for it
• whether you’re eligible for relief or an exemption
Rates for a single property
You pay SDLT at these rates if, after buying the property, it is the only residential property you own.

You will usually pay 5% on top of these rates if you own another residential property.

Rates from 1 April 2025
Property or lease premium or transfer value SDLT rate
Up to £125,000 Zero
The next £125,000 (the portion from £125,001 to £250,000) 2%
The next £675,000 (the portion from £250,001 to £925,000) 5%
The next £575,000 (the portion from £925,001 to £1.5 million) 10%
The remaining amount (the portion above £1.5 million) 12%
Example
In April 2025 you buy a house for £295,000. The SDLT you owe will be calculated as follows:
• 0% on the first £125,000 = £0
• 2% on the second £125,000 = £2,500
• 5% on the final £45,000 = £2,250
• total SDLT = £4,750