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The sheer quality and luxurious finish to this impressive and recently restored period home has to be seen to be fully appreciated. This magnificent residence is set within a delightful walled garden together with electric gated access. Situated in the sought after village of Dobcross, with views overlooking the Saddleworth countryside, it is within walking distance of all local amenities within Dobcross village and Uppermill village which provides a good selection of shops, recreational amenities, schools and transport links. Recently renovated and restored the spacious and well planned internal accommodation now offers a wonderful combination of luxurious modern living together with the space and elegance that only a period property of this era can provide. There are many period features including, period glazed porch with original tiled floor, original period oak front door and impressive entrance hallway which is a wonderful introduction to what awaits beyond. Briefly the property offers, two impressive reception rooms with period fireplaces, superb family dining kitchen with high class solid timber units with granite worktops, range cooker and a range of high quality fixtures and fittings. There are five spacious bedrooms all with unique individual period features, three superbly appointed bathrooms which will certainly not disappoint with luxurious fittings. The property also offers a lower ground floor cellar with access directly to the garden. The cellar boasts 2 spacious rooms and separate wine cellar with original fixtures. The property offers immaculate lawned garden to the front with sweeping drive and stunning views. This really is a highly individual property which will appeal to the most discerning of tastes but which can only be appreciated fully on an internal viewing.
Entrance Porch
To the front of the property there is a lovely period entrance porch, part glazed with original tiled floor with period entrance door leading into the main house.
Central Hallway
This impressive spacious central hallway leads you into the centre of the main house with traditional spindled staircase with carved newel posts, giving a grand ambience to the house, there is a useful cloaks cupboard.
Family Living Room 4.52m(14' 10')x4.55m(14' 11')
To the left of the central hallway is the first of two spacious reception rooms, with double aspect double glazed windows, there is a central stone feature fireplace with inset modern fire, providing a main focal point to this already grand room.
Dining Room 4.92m(16' 2')x3.23m(10' 7')
To the right of the hallway is a second spacious family reception room with large glazed entrance doors. This double aspect dining room has windows to the front and side of the property. This room is finished with exposed ceiling beams and wood paneling around the front facing sash windows.
Family Kitchen 4.64m(15' 3')x4.77m(15' 8')
At the end of the central hallway is the stunning modern and recently fitted kitchen, providing the ideal space for family dining or informal entertaining. The kitchen comprises a large selection of contemporary wall and base units finished in light oak with complimentary worktops and country style floor tiles. The kitchen comes complete with range cooker, extractor fan and integral wine racks. There are double glazed windows to two sides affording an abundance of natural light and inset ceiling stop lighting. A courtesy glazed door, leads to the useful rear porch area, ideal for cloaks etc, with an external glazed door leading outside.
Downstairs WC
There is a useful downstairs wc with two piece suite, comprising low level wc and wash hand basin
Stairs and Landing to first floor
The grand central staircase rises to the spacious first floor landing with unique style curved steps. The landing has two cupboards for further storage.
Bedroom One & ensuite 4.62m(15' 2')x4.51m(14' 10')
This impressive and spacious bedroom has vast views through the front facing double glazed sash windows with original wood surround and window seat, feature beamed ceiling. This room has the benefit of a contemporary en suite which comprises of a curved glazed shower cubicle, low level wc and wash hand with heated chrome towel rail and complimentary tiling.
Bedroom Two 4.30m(14' 1')x4.75m(15' 7')
This second impressive and sizeable bedroom offers front facing views of the surrounding countryside through the double glazed sash windows. There is a traditional marble fireplace and traditional beamed ceiling.
Family Bathroom
This larger than average family bathroom is fitted with a white three piece suite consisting of, roll top traditional free standing bath with chrome shower mixer, low level wc and traditional pedestal wash hand basin Natural light is provided by the opaque sash window. This room has inset ceiling stop lighting.
Stairs to Second Floor
Stairs lead to second floor landing with traditional balustrade and large sash window with feature window seat.
Bedroom Three 4.63m(15' 2')x4.57m(15' 0')
This front facing impressive bedroom has views of the surrounding countryside through the double glazed traditional sash window and traditional cast iron fireplace. This bedroom has the benefit of a three piece white contemporary suite, consisting of curved glazed shower cubicle with mains fed shower, low level wc and hand wash basin with chrome towel rail.
Bedroom Four 4.63m(15' 2')x4.56m(15' 0')
Bedroom four is a spacious impressive bedroom with views over the Saddleworth countryside and beyond. This room also offers traditional beamed ceiling and traditional wooden surround the large double glazed sash windows and feature iron fireplace.
Stairs to Upper Floor
This traditional returned staircase rises to the third floor with window to the front offering natural light, also natural light is offered from the velux roof light.
Master Suite - Bedroom 4.68m(15' 4')x4.25m(13' 11')
This impressive master ensuite epitomizes the traditional features, character and space of this Grade II listed building. The master bedroom offers velux windows and further stone mullion sash windows, contemporary inset ceiling lighting and ceiling beams which opens to the ensuite bathroom.
Master Suite - Bathroom/Dressing 4.31m(14' 2')x5.67m(18' 7')
The en suite bathroom has traditional his and hers pedestal wash hand basin separate wc, contemporary curved glazed shower cubicle, traditional cast iron radiators this room also affords a separate sizeable area which is ideal for a dressing room or wardrobes.
Cellars
Stone steps lead down to the cellars, there are two spacious original Yorkshire flagged dry cellars with painted walls and plumbing. There is also the added benefit of a central hallway fitted out as an original wine cellar. The cellar offers an external door leading out onto the lawned garden.
Externally
Electric gates lead to a joint gravel sweeping drive which offers off road parking to the side of the property on an attractive block paved area. There is a low maintenance lawned area with path leading to main entrance porch.
Bridges Estate Agency
63 High Street
Uppermill, Saddleworth
Oldham OL3 6AP
T: 01457 871 845
