For Sale2 Bedroom Cottage in Wordsworth Court, Water Hall Lane, Penistone, S36 8EQ£300,000

A delightful barn conversion occupying a quiet, tucked away position within an award winning development, positioned on the outskirts of this much admired Pennine Market Town; a stunning property displaying retained period features, offering spacious accommodation and southwest facing gardens to the rear. This chocolate box style cottage has origins documented as far back as 1641, a former barn to Water Hall, sympathetically renovated in 1985 winning a Prince of Wales civic trust award, resulting in a home which is impressive from all viewpoints, displaying original period features resulting in an abundance of charm and character throughout. Immediately impressive, the approach to the property setting an idyllic scene whilst the accommodation includes a reception hall, a generous open plan lounge through dining room which opens onto the rear garden, and a kitchen all complemented by two double bedrooms and bathroom. Located on the outskirts of the town, well served by local facilities including highly regarded schools and train station, within walking distance of Wentworth Park and open countryside yet only a short drive from the M1 motorway network. A viewing is a must in order to fully appreciate the charm, character and opportunity on offer. Ground Floor A solid oak entrance door opens in to the reception hall which has a Yorkshire stone flagged floor and a staircase to the first floor. The open plan lounge and dining room offers spacious accommodation, a delightful room with original period features on display including exposed beams to the ceiling and supporting posts. The room has a rustic brick chimney breast with a inset real flame gas fire, open fronted library shelving to one alcove, two windows overlooking the garden and french doors which open directly onto the garden terrace. Sliding doors gain access through to the kitchen which has a quarry tiled floor, two windows overlooking the courtyard and original beams to the ceiling. Presented with furniture comprising base and wall cupboards an a work surface that incorporates a stainless steel sink unit. The room has tiling to the walls and a complement of appliances including an integral oven, with a four ring hob and an extractor hood, whilst having a fridge, freezer and plumbing for an automatic washing machine. First Floor The landing has a Velux skylight window, original exposed beams, posts and trusses exposed into the apex of the building. There are two double bedrooms, a rear facing double room with two Velux skylight windows,  and exposed stone work to one wall whilst having original exposed beams into the apex of the building and fitted wardrobes to the expanse of one wall. A front facing double bedroom also has exposed stone work, an original beam and a window overlooking the courtyard. The bathroom is presented with a three piece suite incorporating a wash hand basin, a low flush W.C and a wood paneled bath with a shower over whilst having partial tiling to the walls, a window to the front aspect, original trusses and an airing cupboard which is home to the hot water cylinder tank. Externally The property sits within a delightful courtyard setting of an award winning development. Caber Cottage occupies a position with gardens to the Southwest at the rear. At the immediate rear of the property a stone flagged terrace offers a delightful seating area before stepping down to the garden which in the main is laid to lawn, with established beds and borders backing onto an open field offering a delightful outlook. A garage block provides a single garage, where parking is provided and there is an additional parking bay highlighted red on the accompanying site plan. Additional Information A Freehold property with mains gas, water, electricity and drainage. Council Tax Band - D. Fixtures and fittings by separate negotiation. EPC Rating - D. Within the Grade II listed curtilage of Water Hall, Caber Cottage is a historic property with roots dating back to the 17th Century.  Originally a working farm with arable land its out buildings were converted for occupancy in an award winning development in 1984. The cottage is one of five characterful mews properties set within a stunning, tranquil backwater. Caber Cottage offers accommodation of immense character showcasing the architectural legacy of the original cruck beam construction. Set in a secure, private, gated courtyard the properties enjoy the additional benefit of being close to Water Meadows Park adjacent to the courtyard.  At the rear of the property there is a well tended private garden and terraced area for entertaining with undisturbed views over open fields. Impressive huge timbers of the cruck barn are on display, the property has a large stone garage with parking for two cars beyond the gated courtyard. There are superb amenities nearby including the excellent educational Penistone Grammar School.   Agents Notes 1967 & MISDESCRIPTION ACT 1991 - When instructed to market this property every effort was made by visual inspection and from information supplied by the vendor to provide these details which are for description purposes only. Certain information was not verified, and we advise that the details are checked to your personal satisfaction. In particular, none of the services or fittings and equipment have been tested nor have any boundaries been confirmed with the registered deed plans. Fine & Country or any persons in their employment cannot give any representations of warranty whatsoever in relation to this property and we would ask prospective purchasers to bear this in mind when formulating their offer. We advise purchasers to have these areas checked by their own surveyor, solicitor and tradesman. Fine & Country accept no responsibility for errors or omissions. These particulars do not form the basis of any contract nor constitute any part of an offer of a contract.  All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given and that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property.  Directions From the centre of Penistone proceed down Bridge Street to the traffic lights and turn right onto Barnsley Road. Off Barnsley Road turn right onto Water Hall Lane before turning right into Wordsworth Court.