Windhill Lane, Staincross, Barnsley, S75 5BU

ONE TO SEE ... THIS SUBSTANTIAL AND HIGHLY INDIVIDUAL HOME, SITTING IN ITS OWN GROUNDS, COMBINES CHARMING CHARACTER FEATURES WITH GENEROUS AND VERSATILE ACCOMMODATION. FROM EXPOSED YORKSHIRE STONE AND OAK BEAMS TO VAULTED CEILINGS, FEATURE WINDOWS AND A BEAUTIFUL MULTI-FUEL BURNER, THE PROPERTY OFFERS CHARACTER AND WARMTH THROUGHOUT. THE ACCOMMODATION INCLUDES A STUNNING COUNTRY-STYLE KITCHEN, SPACIOUS FAMILY LOUNGE, STUDY, FOUR BEDROOMS, TWO BATHROOMS AND AN IMPRESSIVE BEDROOM ONE SUITE. THE OPEN-PLAN LANDING CREATES A STRIKING BALCONY-STYLE SPACE OVERLOOKING THE KITCHEN, WHILE THE ELEVATED POSITION PROVIDES FAR-REACHING VIEWS ACROSS THE SURROUNDING COUNTRYSIDE. EXTERNALLY, THERE IS A GRAVELLED COURTYARD AND AN ARCHWAY PROVIDING VEHICULAR ACCESS THROUGH TO A DOUBLE GARAGE WITH PRIVATE PARKING AND GARDEN TO THE REAR. WITH THE M1 JUST A FEW MINUTES DRIVE AWAY IT OFFERS THE PERFECT MIX OF SECLUSION AND CONVENIENCE.  GROUND FLOOR  COUNTRY-STYLE KITCHEN / DINING AREA  A Yorkshire stone patio leads to the front entrance, where a wooden stable door opens directly into the beautiful country-style kitchen.  The kitchen is full of character, with exposed stone walls, oak beams to the ceiling and Yorkshire stone-tiled windowsills. A front-facing UPVC window provides natural light, while two rear-facing windows overlook the garden.  The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units, together with an inset Belfast sink, space for a gas range cooker with extractor fan above, central island and space for an American-style fridge/freezer. There is also an integrated fridge/freezer, integrated dishwasher and space and plumbing for a washing machine.  There is ample space for a large dining table, making this an excellent room for family dining and entertaining. A tiled floor completes the space, while a rear-facing wooden entrance door provides access to outside.  INNER HALLWAY  Steps lead down into the inner hallway, with an additional entrance door providing access into the lounge. The hallway also provides access to the study, downstairs WC and stairs rising to the first floor.  STUDY/OPTIONAL FIFTH BEDROOM  Positioned to the side of the inner hallway, the study features a front-facing window and central heating radiator, making it a useful and versatile additional room.  DOWNSTAIRS WC  The downstairs WC is fitted with a wash hand basin set within a vanity unit and WC, together with a towel radiator and extractor fan.  LOUNGE / FAMILY ROOM  Entered via a second entrance door, the exceptionally spacious lounge forms a wonderful family room with a warm and inviting character.  The room features oak flooring, two front-facing windows with useful window seats beneath, together with a further rear-facing window. A large brick fireplace with oak beam above houses a fitted multi-fuel burner, creating an impressive focal point.  Large oak beams feature across the ceiling, complemented by exposed stonework, creating a cosy and characterful space ideally suited to family gatherings and entertaining.  FIRST FLOOR  OPEN-PLAN LANDING / BALCONY  The staircase continues to the upper level where the landing opens into an impressive balcony-style space overlooking the kitchen below, leading to both the left and right.   A large feature window to the front provides far-reaching views across the surrounding countryside. The pitched ceiling features exposed oak beams, while additional windows positioned towards the top of the pitch allow natural light to flow into the adjoining Bedroom One.  BEDROOM ONE  An impressive and exceptionally spacious suite-style principle bedroom.  The room features a pitched ceiling with exposed real oak beams, two exposed stone walls and feature circular windows to both the front and rear, each making the most of the fantastic surrounding views.  The bedroom offers an abundance of space and character, with the unusual architecture and exposed features creating a truly individual principal bedroom.  EN-SUITE  The en-suite is fitted with panelled walls and a walk-in fitted shower with mains shower and double shower head.  There is a wash hand basin set within a modern wooden vanity unit, together with a recently fitted Armitage Shanks-style WC with exposed cistern and black heated towel radiator.  BEDROOM TWO  A large and versatile bedroom offering space for both a double bed and a separate living/seating area. The room benefits from three front-facing feature windows, together with two Velux windows, creating a particularly light and airy space, and there is also a central heating radiator.  BEDROOM THREE  A further generous bedroom enjoying a lovely rear-facing outlook across the garden and surrounding fields. The room provides space for a double bed and wardrobe, together with a radiator and rear-facing window.  BEDROOM FOUR  A further bedroom with a rear-facing window and central heating radiator.  BATHROOM  A fully tiled bathroom featuring a Velux window, P-shaped bath with mixer shower over, WC and wash hand basin.  The room also benefits from tiled flooring, ceiling spotlights and a radiator.   EXTERNALLY  The property sits amongst a number of converted farm buildings, with a gravelled courtyard to the front of the property. An archway connecting the houses, leads through to the large detached double garage which provides useful additional storage and private parking. To the rear of the property is a lawned garden with a decking area providing an ideal space for seating, together with a separate patio area, creating a choice of spaces for outdoor entertaining and relaxation. If you would like to arrange to view, or have your property appraised please give us a call on our office number PLEASE NOTE: THESE BROCHURE DETAILS HAVE BEEN APPROVED BY THE SELLER. TENURE: FREEHOLD COUNCIL TAX BANDING; We understand the council tax band to be E. (SOURCE: GOV.CO.UK) SERVICES Mains water. Mains electric. LPG gas. Septic tank drainage. Broadband. POSTCODE DIRECTIONS S75 5BU DISCLAIMER 1.    PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTION ACT 1967 & 1991: We endeavour to make the details and measurements as accurate as possible. However, please take them as indicative only, made as a result of a visual inspection of the property and from information supplied by the vendor.  2.    MEASUREMENTS are taken with an electronic device. If you are ordering carpets or furniture, we would advise that the details are checked to your personal satisfaction by taking your own measurements upon viewing.  3.    No services, apparatus, equipment, fixtures or fittings have been tested by Mallinson and Co so we cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their own Tradesperson, Surveyor or Solicitor.  4.    References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. Mallinson & Co has not had sight of the title documents and has not checked the tenure or the boundaries with the Land registry. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their own Solicitor. Mallinson and Co accept no responsibility for any errors or omissions. 5.    MONEY LAUNDERING: We may ask for further details regarding proof of your identification and proof of funds after receiving your offer on a property. Please provide these in order to reduce any delay.