Kingstone, Barnsley

KERESFORTH HALL

Privately enclosed within treelined grounds approaching 1.5 acres, a magnificent period home, steeped in history, located on the edge of glorious open countryside commanding bretahtaking views towards Wentworth Castle.

Approached by a private lane which opens to reveal Keresforth Hall; an exceptional home presenting a statement of both character and grandeur from all viewpoints. The house enjoys private south facing gardens, a detached four car garage and spacious accommodation, flooded with natural light including five double bedrooms, a generous living kitchen, home office, cinema room, gym and three additional reception rooms.

Occupying a little known, tucked away position, surrounded by stunning countryside, numerous scenic walks on the doorstep whilst local services are in abundance and the M1 motorway can be reached within a short drive ensuring convenient access throughout the region.

KEY FEATURES

Ground Floor

The entrance door sits within a beautiful carved stone surround which opens to the entrance vestibule displaying original detailed cornice to ceiling and gives access through to a centrally positioned hallway. The Reception Hall offers a grand introduction to the home being particularly spacious with a high ceiling height and an original Oak staircase. An inner or secondary hall presents a spacious seating or display area and gains access to the home office, cinema room, lounge and orangery. A generous cloakroom has full tiling to the floor and a wash hand basin which sits on a wooden plinth. Access is gained to a separate W.C.

The Orangery is the most recent addition to the property, flooded with natural light, enjoying a glass lantern ceiling and glazing to two aspects, the front incorporating bi-folding doors, inviting the outdoors inside whilst commanding magnificent cross valley views. This room has a polished wood floor, two traditionally styled Cast Iron radiators and a wood burning stove to a broad chimney breast, which sits on a Granite hearth and has an exposed brick back.

The lounge is positioned to the front aspect of the home, has oak floorboards, a walk-in full height bay window commanding stunning cross valley views and ornate detailing including deep skirting boards, coving to the ceiling and a picture rail. The room has a feature stone fireplace to the chimney breast with alcove library shelving and cupboard space to the side.

The office has a window to the side aspect of the property whilst a cinema room offers versatile accommodation and is positioned to the rear aspect of the home.

The living kitchen offers generous proportions, has a walk-in Bay window inviting tremendous levels of natural light indoors, whilst commanding beautiful views over the grounds and across the valley towards Wentworth Castle. The room has full tiling to the floor and is presented with a comprehensive range of fitted furniture, with roll edge work surfaces and a centrally positioned island with a Granite work surface, which incorporates a double drainer and has an inset Belfast sink. A complement of appliances includes an Aga stove with a tiled splashback and extractor canopy, an integral oven, microwave and dishwasher. There is space for a larder style fridge freezer.

A separate utility has furniture matching the kitchen, a work surface incorporating a sink unit, whilst having plumbing for an automatic washing machine, space for a dryer, drinks fridge and housing the central heating boiler.

The dining room is positioned off the kitchen and has a window to the side aspect and a polished travertine tiled floor. A door leads through to the gym, which again offers versatile accommodation, has windows to the rear aspect, French doors opening onto the rear courtyard, a glass lantern ceiling and access to the cellars.

Off the kitchen a side reception or boot room, has an internal door to the garage and a Stable style entrance door opening to the rear aspect of the home.

KEY FEATURES

First Floor

An arch top window to the rear ensures a good degree of natural light to the landing. There is a useful storage/communications cupboard which houses the CCTV system, an additional airing cupboard and further windows to the rear aspects of the home.

The principal bedroom suite occupies a front facing position, offering generous proportions with windows to two aspects, the front commanding impressive views towards Wentworth Castle. A generous dressing room (which would make a sixth bedroom) has a window to the front aspect and built-in wardrobes to the expanse of two walls. En-suite facilities present a three-piece suite comprising a step-in shower with a fixed glass screen, a free-standing roll top bath, a low flush W.C and twin wash hand basins with vanity drawers beneath.

A bedroom to the rear enjoys a double aspect position, having fitted wardrobes to the expanse of one wall and En-suite facilities presented with a three-piece suite finished in white.

There are two additional double bedrooms, both positioned to the side aspect of the home and both benefiting from En-suite shower rooms. A larger double room to the front enjoys a double aspect position with far reaching views to the front and an outlook to the side over the gardens.

The family bathroom is presented with a four-piece suite finished in white, comprising a circular shaped wash hand basin, a low flush W.C. a free-standing roll top bath and a step-in shower. This room has a frosted window and full tiling to the floor.

KEY FEATURES

Externally

The property enjoys the most delightful of approaches, the hedge lined lane leading directly to Keresforth Hall. Wrought Iron, electric gates opening to a private Tarmac driveway, which provides off-road parking for several vehicles, gives access to the four-car garage, has a turning circle directly in front of the house and extends to the rear of the home. To the front of the house the gardens are in the main laid to lawn, with a protective tree lined border. The lawned garden extending to the side aspect of the home, adjoining open fields, commanding stunning rural cross valley views towards Wentworth Castle. There is a small woodland or copse and a paddock area which was formerly a tennis court. To the immediate rear of the property is a pea-gravelled courtyard, which gives access to numerous outbuildings, whilst steps lead up to an additional parking area and small garden which is home to a brick base greenhouse with electricity and water laid on, and automatic windows.

Garage

An attached four car garage, with power, lighting and two electronically operated up and over entrance doors. A personal door opens to the boot room.

Beyond the gardens to the front aspect is a small paddock, which lends itself to a variety of uses, formerly used as a tennis court, adjoining open countryside resulting in beautiful, rural views.

LOCAL AREA

Occupying a delightful position located only a short drive from the town centre whilst within immediate walking distance of open countryside. Keresforth Hall occupies a sought after location on a private lane which serves only a handful of high calibre homes. The property is located only a 30 minute drive from the centre of Sheffield. The M1 motorway is within a 5 minute drive with excellent links to the M62 and M18. Bus and Train services are available in Barnsley town centre.

Services and amenities are in abundance with numerous shops, supermarkets, bars and restaurants being easily accessible. Local attractions include Cannon Hall Park and Farm shop, The Yorkshire Sculpture Park, The Museum and discovery Centre, The Civic, Lamp Room Theatre, Wentworth Castle and its glorious Parkland Estate which presents some delightful walks and activities. The glorious scenery associated with The Peak District National Park can be reached within a short drive which offers some delightful scenic walks and an idyllic outdoor lifestyle.

Additional Information

A Freehold property with mains gas, electricity and water. Drainage via a klargester. Fixtures and fittings by separate negotiation. Council Tax Band – G.

The site plan indicates the land owned by the property. The section highlighted in blue (Driveway) belongs to the hall and grants access to neighbouring properties. We are led to believe a contribution towards any maintenance must be made, however would recommend the purchasers legal representative clarify all details relating to this.

Directions

From Junction 37 of the M1 motorway network follow the signs for Barnsley and take Dodworth Road towards the town centre. Follow the roundabout in the righthand lane and take the third turning onto Broadway proceeding through a further set of traffic lights. At the next set of traffic lights turn right onto Keresforth Hall Road, proceed for a quarter of a mile, past Locke Park to a turning on the right hand side. This is the driveway to Keresforth Hall. Follow the lane to the left and where the lane forks keep to the right.

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate 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 05.10.2022

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