If you would like a house with a stunning panoramic view, then this property at Damhouse, Cartworth Moor could be the perfect one for you.
Upper Barn is situated high above Holmfirth and looks across the valley towards Cinderhills, taking in the typical Holme Valley landscape and countryside views.
The four/five bedroom property has been the home of Dayn and Kath Wilkins since 2002 who bought the former barn when it was in the process of being converted to a residential property, allowing them the chance to put their personal stamp on the house and add a substantial contemporary extension which created a large open kitchen/living space.
Now they are looking to relocate to another property, still in the Holme Valley.
Kath said: “Quite often we walk into Holmfirth to the pubs and restaurants It’s only a 10-minute walk and we are close to all the shops and facilities of the town, as well as being out in the countryside at Cartworth Moor.
“This little area and cluster of homes in Cartworth Road is known as Damhouse but no-one seems to know the origin of the name. We have seen the name on an old map dating back to 1800 but the name Damhouse is a bit of a mystery.’’
Dayn and Kath are rightly proud of the beautiful home they have created and particularly so of the large kitchen area.
Dayn said: “Because the barn was still being converted, we were able to finish off the property with a large extension, designed with the help of One 17 Design and using a frame from a specialist oak framing company often featured on TV’s Grand Designs. We managed to create a large living space which we use all the time and which also has exposed stonework and a wood burner.’’
Downstairs the property also has a spacious sitting room, a family room, dining hall with stone flagged floor and arched barn window, utility room, w.c and study which also gives the scope for a separate living area for an elderly relative or for the fifth bedroom or even a light and airy art studio. The house is full of character with exposed stone, beams and top quality oak flooring.
Upstairs there are four spacious bedrooms with a galleried landing, a contemporary house bathroom with roll top bath and two large en-suites.
Outside at the front of the property there is a double garage, store, garden area and gravel driveway which can accommodate several cars. To the rear and side of the house is further substantial garden which includes a lawn, dry stone walls and a seating area with gazebo, perfectly positioned to take full advantage of the view.
The house sits in an acre of land and has a separate paddock.
This is a stunning family home which is in a beautiful location on the edge of Holmfirth with views to die for. The whole property offers spacious and flexible accommodation which is ideal for a family who want to be close to local primary and high schools, shops and services as well as rural walks. The barn is just a few minutes walk from Holmfirth Junior, Infant and Nursery School.
The property is being marketed by Yorkshire’s Finest estate agents 01484 689880.
