9 bedroom house

An extremely rare opportunity has arisen to purchase this exceptional Grade II Listed Farmhouse and adjoining barn, set within an idyllic rural location and enjoying extensive panoramic views across the Cragg Vale Valley. Wood Top Farm dates back to 1637 and retains many original features throughout including stone mullions, Inglenook fireplaces and exposed internal stonework along with exposed roof timbers.

The main house and first floor of the barn have been sympathetically renovated by the current owner ensuring that the character of the original farmhouse is complemented by modern fixtures and fittings. Ideally suited to purchasers with a strong equestrian interest, boasting both an indoor and outdoor arena, 22 stables and extensive grazing and woodland totalling approximately 63 acres.

The main house provides spacious 6 bedroom accommodation over two floors, briefly comprising; entrance porch, hallway, breakfast room with kitchen, dining kitchen, pantry, utility room, WC, dining room, lounge, secondary staircase, sitting room, principal bedroom with en suite shower room, 5 further bedrooms, shower room and house bathroom.

Independent from the main house, the adjoining barn has been converted to the first floor having dining kitchen, utility, sitting room, three bedrooms and house bathroom to the first floor. Subject to planning permission the barn offers the opportunity to create further living accommodation to the ground floor and presents adaptable accommodation for extended family, guests or to generate income from providing short stay accommodation.

Location - The property occupies a picturesque rural setting yet is only a short distance to the village of Mytholmroyd, Sowerby Bridge and the well-known bustling market town of Hebden Bridge. A wide range of local amenities exist within Hebden Bridge, including a range of independent retailers and artisan crafts and food producers making the area a popular tourist destination. Both Sowerby Bridge and Mytholmroyd have a range of local amenities, bars, restaurants, schools and train stations that provide regular train services to Manchester and Leeds. The area will be of interest to those with outdoor interests including keen walkers, cyclists and those with equestrian interests having numerous footpaths and bridleways within close proximity.

General Information - Wood Top Farm has been sympathetically renovated to create an individual home that enjoys a balanced contrast of period features and modern convenience, perfectly suited for a multi-generational family seeking communal but independent living. The main farmhouse comprises entrance vestibule with Oak and decorative glazed door leading through into the entrance hall which has fully exposed stonework to walls and exposed ceiling beams. Doors leading off to the breakfast room, lounge, inner staircase, WC, and rear entrance vestibule.
Oak flooring extends into a central breakfast room which benefits from a range of bespoke fitted base units having granite work surfaces with an inset sink and mixer tap along with flexible hose attachment, exposed stone Inglenook fireplace with gas fired AGA, pantry cupboard with shelving and basket storage beneath. Exposed 6 Light mullion windows with exposed stone jabs and sills to the external wall, timber lintel and exposed beams to the ceiling. Access to the utility room and French timber and glazed doors lead down to the main Kitchen.

The main kitchen blends a multitude of period features with a wide range of contemporary base, drawer and eye level units with breakfast bar incorporating Corian worksurfaces. The integrated Miele appliances include an electric hob with overlying extractor, double ovens, plate warmer, coffee machine and a dishwasher. Franke sink with mixer tap and Quooker boiling water tap. Three banks of Mullion windows allow for ample natural light and fitted window seats with underlying storage to the corner provide the perfect place from which to enjoy the extensive views. The room benefits from tiled flooring with under floor heating. Open doorway with exposed stone surround gives access to the pantry with fitted shelving. An external Oak door leads out to the rear garden and terracing

Bank of architectural round arched mullions with exposed stone surround to the dining room perfectly frame the far-reaching views to the rear, exposed beams and door accessing stairs leading down to the cellar. Period Oak panelling, exposed stonework to the sitting room, door leading into the Oak panelled entrance porch and Inglenook fireplace with inset gas fired stove. Fitted cupboards and shelving to either side of the fireplace. Door leading through to the study, having a fitted desk and bookcases. Cupboard housing the central heating boiler. A door accesses the inner hallway with staircase to the first-floor landing.

The lounge is an impressive characterful room benefiting from Oak panelled and exposed stone walls, two banks of square chamfered mullion windows with exposed stone surrounds. Fitted Oak window seat, Inglenook fireplace with multi-fuel stove. Doors access the sitting room, dining room and inner hallway.

The first-floor landing accesses the bedroom accommodation, house bathroom and shower room. The Principal bedroom benefits from a fully tiled en-suite shower room which comprises, shower cubicle, wash basin and WC with under floor heating. A white suite to the house bathroom comprising, shower cubicle, air bath, WC and 2 wash basins with mirror above. Travertine tiled floor. Chrome heated towel rail. Tiled floor with under floor heating. A white suite also to the shower room which comprises, shower cubicle, wash basin with vanity unit and mirror above and a WC. Tiled walls and floor with under floor heating. Two boilers to the main house which are approximately 5 years old.

The first-floor barn conversion was converted approximately 10 years ago. The original planning for the barn was to convert it into a 7-bedroom residence. The barn accommodation is accessed via an enclosed staircase with hallway accessing the sitting room, dining kitchen, bedrooms, and bathroom. Fitted gloss units with breakfast bar to the barn conversion kitchen. Sink and drainer unit with mixer tap and instant boiling water tap. The integrated appliances include a Bosch dishwasher, Miele oven with electric induction hob and extractor hood, fridge and a freezer. Under floor heating. Deep stone mullion windows to the front and side. A door accesses the utility room and storeroom which houses the boiler and hot water cylinder.

The sitting room is a cosy room with exposed stone wall incorporating small barn windows. Being open to the eaves with exposed beam structure. Contemporary ?Hwam? log burning stove. Bookcase. Wood flooring. Exposed beam structure to the bedrooms. The bathroom comprises, corner Air bath, shower cubicle, 2 wash basins with mirror above and drawers beneath and WC. Beam structure. Tiled floor. Chrome heated towel rail. Under floor heating. Sensor roof windows with remote control.

Externals - Wood Top Farm offers a rare opportunity to purchase a property ideally set up for equestrian use. The property is accessed via electric wrought iron gates with an intercom entry system that gives access to a cobbled driveway and leads to the front cobbled courtyard in front of the main house and barn. The stone-built barn currently has converted self-contained accommodation above and below benefits from 6 stables with automatic water feeders and anti-weave sliding doors. Behind the barn there are two double garages both with electric doors, a timber framed single garage, stone pump house housing the UV filtration system for the bore hole/spring water. Two further wooden stables and tack store.

A secondary gated access leads to the indoor arena and timber framed barn providing stabling for 14 horses. The stables are equipped with automatic water feeders and antiweave sliding doors. The indoor arena has a sand surface and measures approx. 18.7m x11.9m. To the far end of the arena there is a useful office space with window overlooking the arena, kitchen area and WC. There is also an outdoor ménage with sand and rubber surface. The layout of the stabling and arenas would allow the opportunity for the purchaser to have their own horses privately in the courtyard stables with the option to rent out or run an independent livery yard from the detached timber barn.

The property benefits from extensive land, incorporating a mix of woodland and grazing totalling approximately 63 acres, with water supplies to most of the grazing land. Lawn gardens to the side and rear of the property with patio, established rockery, shrubs and mature trees offer the homeowner an ideal vantage point to enjoy the panoramic views this property has to offer. To the side is a raised decked area which has an infrared sauna and sunken ?Swimright? resistance pool. To the other side of the driveway is a well-maintained allotment area with raised beds and a Victorian style greenhouse built in 2018 which has the benefit of power and water

Wayleaves, Easements, Rights Of Way - The sale is subject to all of these rights whether public or private, whether mentioned in
these particulars or not.

Services - We understand that the property benefits from mains electricity, Bore Hole water and spring water, LPG gas and septic tank drainage located in the front field (fenced off). The main house and the barn conversion are on separate services, therefore can easily be sold separately if required. Please note that none of the services have been tested by the agents, we would therefore strictly point out that all prospective purchasers must satisfy

Tenure - Freehold with vacant possession upon completion

Fixtures And Fittings - Only fixtures and fittings specifically mentioned in the particulars are included within the sale. Items not mentioned such as carpets and curtains may be available subject to separate negotiation.

Local Authority - Calderdale MBC

Directions - From Halifax proceed on the A58 Rochdale Road towards Sowerby Bridge over the river, under the viaduct and turn right up Sowerby Street and Sowerby New Road towards Sowerby. Continue up the hill passing the church and shops on your left hand side and turn right at the unsuitable for heavy goods vehicle sign, past the Rushcart public house and continue up Higham & Dob Lane, continue on and up Steep Lane following the road past the former Travellers Public house. Follow the road taking the 2nd right turning on Weather Hill Lane. Follow the lane to the very bottom until you reach the gated entrance to Wood Top Farm.
For Satellite Navigation: HX7 5TX- Weather Hill Lane.



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