The Old Vicarage, Dodworth, South Yorks

Fine & Country Barnsley

Tel: +44 (0)1226 [email protected] House, 42-44 Shambles Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire S70 2EG

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THE OLD VICARAGEGreen Road | Dodworth | Barnsley | S75 3RT

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The OldTHE OLD VICARAGEAn impressive character home built in 1864 enjoying a private little known position within grounds of approximately quarter of an acre including a south east facing garden.

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An impressive character home built in 1864 enjoying a private little known position within grounds of approximately quarter of an acre including a south east facing garden, adjoining open countryside resulting in breath taking rural views.

The Old Vicarage enjoys a secluded position on the outskirts of open countryside yet is within a short walk of services and amenities within the village of Dodworth The local train station which is an easy ten minute walk provides access to Sheffield, Leeds and Huddersfield. The M1 motorway is accessible within a five minute drive and the immediate area offers a wonderful external lifestyle. The property is presented to a good standard throughout with retained original features including a high ceiling height, stone mullioned windows, high skirting boards and coving to the ceilings. A spacious property presenting six bedrooms and the most idyllic of locations. overview


THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES

Ground FloorA wide part glazed entrance door set to an ornate stone surround opens to the formal reception hall. The reception hall presents an impressive introduction to the property laid out in a T formation retaining original period features including high skirting boards, a dado rail and decorative coving to the ceiling. The hallway has three radiators and an original oak cantilever style staircase which rises to the first floor level. The half landing has an original stained glass leaded window set to a stone mullioned surround. A further part glazed door opens to the South aspect of the property.

Cloak RoomA spacious cloaks area with radiator and access through to the WC. The WC is presented with a low flush WC and a pedestal wash hand basin. This room has useful storage cupboards and an original obscured sash window.

Sitting Room An East facing, generously proportioned reception room with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the front gardens allowing wonderful levels of natural light and having the original working shutters. This room enjoys a high ceiling height, has original features including skirting boards, a picture rail and coving to the ceiling. Two radiators and to the chimney breast a fireplace with cast iron fireplace housing a solid fuel fire.

Dining RoomThis room has original exposed floorboards, features including high skirting boards, coving to the ceiling and a picture rail. The focal point of the room is a marble fire surround to the chimney breast with inset dog grate fire. The room has two radiators and floor to ceiling windows with working shutters overlooking the house gardens.

StudyA South facing room with floor to ceiling windows overlooking adjoining countryside and having the original working shutters. This room enjoys a high ceiling height, retains features including high skirting boards and coving to the ceiling, whilst having two radiators, book shelving and cupboards to the alcove of the chimney breast. To the chimney breast is an original fireplace with cast iron inset solid fuel fire. step inside


Breakfast KitchenA generously proportioned room with windows set to a stone mullion surround overlooking the courtyard. This room has two radiators, a cream coloured Aga set to the chimney breast with floor to ceiling storage cupboards to the right hand alcove. Kitchen furniture comprises base cupboards with matching drawers which sits beneath a work surface that incorporates a stainless steel single drainer sink unit. The room has matching wall cupboards and plumbing for a dishwasher. Access is provided through to the utility room.

Utility RoomWith a window to the front aspect with original working shutters. Set to the original chimney breast is the central heating boiler. This room has plumbing for an automatic washing machine, base cupboards with a double drainer sink unit over, a radiator and useful storage cupboards. Access is provided to the cellar.

CellarWith a stone flagged floor, stone slab table, power and lighting.

Rear PorchHas a window to the courtyard, a radiator and solid external door.

First Floor LandingA spacious landing with coving to the ceiling, high skirting boards, a radiator, staircase rising to the second floor and a wonderful view of the half landing and original stained glass window.

Bedroom OneA front facing double room with windows overlooking the house gardens. This bedroom has two radiators and coving to the ceiling.

Bedroom TwoA further front facing double room with windows overlooking the gardens, high skirting boards, coving to the ceiling, a radiator, a wash hand basin and a fireplace to the chimney breast with inset cast iron fire.

Bedroom ThreeA rear facing double room with two windows set to a stone mullion surrounds overlooking adjoining countryside resulting in breath taking rural views. This room has high skirting boards, coving to the ceiling, a radiator and floor to ceiling storage cupboards.


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Bedroom FourA rear facing double room with a window to the south aspect of the property commanding impressive views over adjoining countryside. This room has ornate coving to the ceiling, a radiator, built-in cupboards and a feature fireplace to the chimney breast.

Bedroom FiveA third bedroom situated to the front aspect of the house with a window overlooking the front garden, a radiator, coving to the ceiling, a fireplace and built-in storage cupboards.


Family BathroomA generously proportioned room presented with a panelled bath with a shower over, a low flush WC and a pedestal wash hand basin. The room has partial tiling to the walls, a radiator, a heated chrome towel rail, a fireplace to the chimney breast and a useful airing cupboard.

Shower RoomPresented with a modern suite comprising a low flush WC, a pedestal wash hand basin and a step in double shower. This room has full tiling to the walls, an obscured window, an extractor fan and a heated chrome towel rail.

Second FloorLanding with a radiator and access to bedroom six

Bedroom SixA versatile room presenting potential to create a self-contained suite. This bedroom is split into two separate rooms the first having a window to the gable end of the property in addition to a skylight window allowing good levels of natural light. The room has a radiator and an internal door providing access through to the secondary room which has a window to the rear commanding rural views, a skylight and a radiator.


Agents notes: 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 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. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 01.06.2015

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LOCATION

A delightful village, located to the West of Barnsley, North of Sheffield positioned on the outskirts of glorious unspoilt countryside and whilst being immediately semi rural is well served by a vast array of local services ranging from small gift shops and clothes shops to a mini supermarket. Doctors are positioned within walking distance whilst highly regarded Pubs and Restaurants are close by. In addition larger shopping outlets are easily accessed, as is Meadowhall being only a 20 minute journey by car.

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Local attractions include Cannon Hall Park and farm shop, The Museum and discovery Centre, Wentworth Castle and its glorious Parkland Estate which presents some delightful walks and activities. The Yorkshire Sculpture Park is within a short drive and the area offers delights such as Rob Royd farm shop and restaurant. Whilst enjoying an idyllic location the property is only a 10 minute drive from the centre of Barnsley and 30 minutes from the centre of Sheffield. The M1 motorway is within a 5 minute drive with excellent communication links throughout the region. Bus and Train services are available in Dodworth; only a 10 minute walk from The Old Vicarage presenting access to Sheffield, Huddersfield and Leeds.

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Viewing arrangements strictly via the vendors’ sole agents Fine & Country on 01226 729009.

Roof SpaceFrom the landing a door opens to the roof space which displays original exposed timbers. The roof space is split into three self-contained rooms each with exposed brickwork, original beams and all having a window. The roof space provides substantial storage and offers potential to create additional living space.

ExternallyThe property is approached off Green Road via a lane which serves five properties. Timber gates open to a pea gravelled courtyard which provides off road parking for several vehicles and has established flower and shrub borders which sit within a brick walled boundary and has two brick built outhouses. A gate provides access to the south aspect of the property where there is a stone flagged patio overlooking adjoining countryside. The front elevation of the house enjoys a south east aspect and is mainly lawned with shaped flower borders, paved walkways and an impressive copper beach tree. The property is set within a stone walled boundary.

Additional InformationA freehold property with mains, gas, water, electric and drainage.

DirectionsFrom Junction 37 of the M1 motorway network follow the signs into Dodworth and continue on Barnsley Road directly after Banatynes Health club turn left continuing on Barnsley Road towards the crossroads. Proceed over the crossroads onto Green Road following the road round to the right where the property will then be positioned off the lane on the right hand side of the road.


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VicarageTHE OLD VICARAGEThe Old Vicarage enjoys a secluded position on the outskirts of open countryside yet is within a short walk of services and amenities within the village of Dodworth.


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