OCCUPYING A SECLUDED CORNER WITHIN AN AWARD-WINNING DEVELOPMENT, THIS CHARMING BARN CONVERSION SITS ON THE EDGE OF PENISTONE, OFFERING A HOME OF EXCEPTIONAL CHARACTER AND PERIOD APPEAL. SOUTHWEST-FACING GARDENS TO THE REAR PROVIDE A PEACEFUL AND PRIVATE OUTDOOR SPACE, PERFECT FOR RELAXING OR ENTERTAINING. ORIGINALLY CONSTRUCTED IN 1641 AS A BARN TO WATER HALL, THE PROPERTY WAS SYMPATHETICALLY RENOVATED IN 1985, EARNING A PRINCE OF WALES CIVIC TRUST AWARD. THE RESULT IS A HOME THAT SEAMLESSLY BLENDS HISTORIC FEATURES WITH COMFORTABLE LIVING, RETAINING ORIGINAL BEAMS, STONEWORK, AND OTHER PERIOD DETAILS THROUGHOUT. The accommodation is both spacious and versatile, including a welcoming entrance hall, a generous living/dining room with direct access to the rear garden, and a well-appointed kitchen. Upstairs, two double bedrooms and a bathroom continue the theme of charm and character, offering both style and practicality. The property enjoys a superb location, within walking distance of Watermeadows Park and open countryside, while local amenities, highly regarded schools, and the train station are close at hand. A viewing is strongly recommended to fully appreciate the blend of history, character, and modern comfort on offer. The accommodation is both spacious and versatile, including a welcoming entrance hall, a generous living/dining room with direct access to the rear garden, and a well-appointed kitchen. Upstairs, two double bedrooms and a bathroom continue the theme of charm and character, offering both style and practicality. The property enjoys a superb location, within walking distance of Watermeadows Park and open countryside, while local amenities, highly regarded schools, and the train station are close at hand. A viewing is strongly recommended to fully appreciate the blend of history, character, and modern comfort on offer.
Entrance is gained via an antique solid oak door into an impressive entrance hall, which features a ceiling light, exposed Yorkshire stone flagged flooring, exposed ceiling beams, a central heating radiator, a storage cupboard, and a staircase rising to the first-floor landing. From here, access is provided to the following rooms.
KITCHENComprising a range of wall and base units in a cream shaker style with under-cupboard lighting and integrated appliances including an electric oven, four-burner gas hob with integrated extractor above, Zanussi under-counter fridge and under-counter freezer. There is also plumbing for a washing machine. The kitchen includes tiled splashbacks and a one-and-a-half bowl stainless steel sink with chrome mixer taps over, positioned beneath the timber double-glazed window to the front enjoying views towards the courtyard. Tiled flooring runs throughout, and there is an abundance of character features present, including period exposed beams to the ceiling and a distinctive arrow-slit window to the front.
LIVING DINING ROOMAccessed directly from the entrance hall and via solid wood sliding doors from the kitchen, this spacious open-plan living and dining room offers a wealth of accommodation, with ample space for a dining table and chairs as well as lounge furniture. The main focal point is a real-flame gas fire set within a brick chimney breast, complemented by a characterful stone mantel shelf. Natural light floods the room via two timber double-glazed windows overlooking the garden, as well as timber twin French doors providing access to the garden. Period features are present throughout, including exposed ceiling beams, and the room is further enhanced by three central heating radiators, wall lights, and a useful under-stairs cupboard.
FIRST FLOOR LANDINGFrom entrance hall, staircase rises and turns into first floor landing brightened by a Velux skylight and showcasing original exposed beams, posts, and trusses rising into the apex of the roof.
BEDROOM ONEThis is a spacious double bedroom, once again showcasing period features including exposed stonework, original beams, and a rear-facing aspect with two Velux skylight windows. One wall is adorned with exposed stone, while the ceiling features original beams rising into the apex of the building. The room is fitted with a ceiling light and a central heating radiator, and fitted wardrobes run along the expanse of one wall, offering ample room for storage.
BEDROOM TWOA further double bedroom, front-facing enjoying views over the private, quaint courtyard and featuring a ceiling light, central heating radiator, and a timber double-glazed window. This room also benefits from exposed stonework and an original beam, adding to its period character.
BATHROOMComprising a three-piece white suite, including a close-coupled W.C., pedestal basin with gold mixer taps, and a bathtub with gold mixer taps and an integrated Mira electric shower with shower attachment. The room features part-tiled walls, a timber double-glazed window to the front, original trusses, and an airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder.
OUTSIDEThe property is set within a charming courtyard of this award-winning development, with Caber Cottage enjoying a rear-facing position overlooking open neighbouring fields. A stone-flagged terrace, located immediately behind the home and accessed via the twin French doors from the living/dining room, provides a delightful seating area, with steps leading down to the garden. The garden is laid mainly to lawn and complemented by an array of mature trees, shrubs, and plants, creating a private and tranquil setting. Boundaries are defined by perimeter fencing and hedging, offering seclusion. A garage block provides a single garage with parking, along with an additional parking bay.
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