Higher Heath, Low Ling Lane, Hebden Bridge HX7 7BA

Have you ever dreamed of living in a rustic restored farmhouse in an idyllic location with the opportunity to live completely off grid? These opportunities do not come around too often. Not all farmhouse conversions are the same and this one certainly needs a closer look!

The current owners have created a wonderful home here with inspired design choices and practical innovations making this a place of inspiration, enjoyment and serenity. With the beautiful backdrop of Colden Valley this family-friendly farmhouse sits within two acres and is surrounded by outstanding views. The interior is a contemporary conversion with some charming features and modern details combined with robust eco credentials.

Higher Heath offers exceptional privacy; located in a moorland setting in the upper Colden valley, it is accessed via a lane leading through a series of fields, The house is very appealing on the approach, you will notice the panoramic expanse surrounding the property with large windows sensitively chosen to blend into the Yorkshire stone.

The primary entrance leads into the welcoming kitchen diner which is the heart of this stunning home, a perfect blend of traditional features and the convenience of modern living. Fitted with a range of bespoke units alongside the comforting glow of the Aga, you are sure to spend many an hour relaxing with friends around the dining table. To the rear of the kitchen diner there is a wonderfully characterful multi use space which was once the old dairy, with twin velux windows providing ample light this would make a great snug, home office or hobby room.

The kitchen diner leads through to the lounge with a large multi fuel stove providing a homely focal point for the space. Full height windows allow light to flood in and draw in the breath-taking views that surround this stunning residence. To the rear of the lounge there is a good sized dining room, once again the views from the windows are a reminder of the stunning setting which surrounds this wonderfully crafted home. The owners have taken every opportunity to link the property to its surroundings with large windows and fully glazed doors in each room offering seamless access to the exterior.

A birch ply staircase leads up from the corner of the lounge to the three double bedrooms on the upper floor. One of the bedrooms forms part of a self-contained studio flat providing perfect guest accomodation or offering the potential to draw an income from holiday makers (subject to necessary consents). A side door from the studio leads out onto a mezzanine balcony which hovers above the barn and provides a lovely space to sit and enjoy a drink or two whilst taking in the splendour of the surroundings.

The property has two bathrooms, one family bathroom with bath and walk in shower and a second shower room located within the self-contained unit.

The interior aesthetic feels light and modern yet works perfectly with its surroundings, it is a blank canvas with all of the walls freshly painted and there is a pleasing cohesiveness of solid wooden flooring underfoot in all but the kitchen which has an earthy slate floor.

This property offers the new owners amazing flexibility and boundless potential, the conversion of the adjoining barn is yet to be developed. The owners have been bold in their choices for energy supply and in doing so have laid the foundations to future proof this property with the opportunity to live completely off grid should you wish. You will notice a huge bank of solar panels, water is from the spring and there is a newly fitted waste treatment unit to the rear. Currently the central heating and Aga are oil powered. The insulation in the property is exceptional with 200mm underfloor, 180mm in the walls and 300mm in the ceilings making this an incredibly warm house.

The two acres of land surrounding the property is a haven for hares, ground-nesting birds and is an evening haunt for local barn owls. It provides plenty of opportunities for embracing outdoor living, with potential to tend the land for vegetable, fruit or flower growing. There is sufficient meadowland for livestock should you wish. There is an attractive wildlife friendly pond to the rear, home to a few frogs, wild ducks and even the occasional heron.

Higher Heath is perfectly positioned for the wide range of outdoor activities in the area, with extensive walking and mountain bike routes all accessible from the house. Hebden Bridge Train Station is a 15 minute drive away and offers transpennine routes both to Leeds and Manchester within 40 minutes. May's General store is nearby and there are an array of independent retailers, restaurants, bars, cinema and live music in Hebden Bridge and Todmorden. If schools are important, the well regarded Colden Primary School is just a short distance away.

In summary this is a property with huge potential for its new owners and offers the opportunity to engage in a completely new way of life.

If you wish to view please give EweMove Hebden Bridge a call, our friendly team will be happy to arrange a viewing for you - lines are open 24/7.

This home includes:

• 01 - Kitchen Diner
  
  5.5m x 4.09m (22.5 sqm) - 18' x 13' 5" (242 sqft)
  
  Enter through the fully glazed door into the stunning kitchen diner, with the oil powered Aga taking centre stage. Bespoke grey fronted fitted units topped with beautiful wooden worktops. Plumbing for a washing machine and space for a large kitchen table. Fitted with attractive yet practical natural slate flooring. Potential to extend sideways into the barn through the original barn arch.
  
  
• 02 - Lounge
  
  4.4m x 4.3m (18.9 sqm) - 14' 5" x 14' 1" (203 sqft)
  
  Lovely, light and spacious lounge with a contemporary Hetas approved multi fuel stove providing a focal point and lovely light timber flooring completing the comfort in this room. With large windows to two aspects and a fully glazed external door, this room takes full advantage of the setting.
  
  
• 03 - Dining Room
  
  4.2m x 2.9m (12.1 sqm) - 13' 9" x 9' 6" (131 sqft)
  
  Great sized dining room with access to the side of the property. Potential to build a patio off the side to take in the full effects of the sunsets. Plenty of room for the whole family to enjoy meals together or ideal for formal dining with friends. With lovely timber flooring and stunning views to the rear.
  
  
• 04 - Annexe
  
  4.5m x 2.8m (12.6 sqm) - 14' 9" x 9' 2" (135 sqft)
  
  The Dairy - This is a lovely multi use space to the rear of the kitchen diner. Bursting with character with original cobbled floor. With a fully glazed door to the rear of the property and two velux windows there is plenty of light. This would make a lovely cosy snug, a smart home office or great workshop space - the choice is yours.
  
  
• 05 - Landing
  
  Birch ply staircase with recessed handrail and lovely wooden flooring throughout - the landing gives access to all bedrooms and the house bathroom.
  
  
• 06 - Bedroom (Double)
  
  4.2m x 3.1m (13 sqm) - 13' 9" x 10' 2" (140 sqft)
  
  Large double room with views overlooking the front aspect. Timber flooring.
  
  
• 07 - Bedroom (Double)
  
  4.3m x 2.9m (12.4 sqm) - 14' 1" x 9' 6" (134 sqft)
  
  Second great sized double room with windows to two sides giving far reaching views to both the side and the rear aspects.
  
  
• 08 - Bathroom
  
  Contemporary four piece suite with full sized bath, separate shower cubicle and vanity sink. Tiling to the half wall and stylish Perspex sheeting to the shower to add a splash of colour.
  
  
• 09 - Separate Flat
  
  5.5m x 4m (22 sqm) - 18' x 13' 1" (236 sqft)
  
  Bedroom Three/Studio Flat - this is a wonderful addition to this property. The third bedroom has been designed to create a self contained studio flat with corner fitted kitchen and separate en-suite shower room. The perfect guest space or potential to use as a separate let with the necessary consents.
  
  
• 10 - Shower Room
  
  As an en-suite to the Studio Flat this is a neat shower room with low flush W/C, vanity sink with storage beneath and fully tiled with white metro tiles.
  
  
• 11 - Mezzanine
  
  4.3m x 3.7m (15.9 sqm) - 14' 1" x 12' 1" (171 sqft)
  
  Accessed directly from the studio flat this quirky split level balcony area is the perfect spot to sit and relax with a nice drink and a good read. With stairs leading down to the barn area it provides a completely separate access to the flat.
  
  
• 12 - Barn
  
  8.8m x 6.1m (53.6 sqm) - 28' 10" x 20' (577 sqft)
  
  Large barn area offering the potential to further extend the living space or perhaps create a garage/workshop/studio area. With a built in Plant room in the corner which contains the inverter and 12kw of lithium battery storage for the solar panels, as well as the water treatment plant.
  
  
• 13 - Cellar
  
  Good sized storage cellar with an exterior window.
  
  
• 14 - Exterior
  
  Set within two acres of glorious open countryside. There is huge potential with this land. To the rear of the property there is a pond area and a paved patio. The external parts to the property are very much a blank canvas for the new owners to use as they wish.
  
  
Please note, all dimensions are approximate / maximums and should not be relied upon for the purposes of floor coverings.

Additional Information:

Council Tax:

Band E

Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) Rating:

Band B (81-91)