willow lodge

Willow Lodge 251 Huddersfield Road | Huddersfield | HD8 8LJ

WILLOW LODGE A beautifully presented character property presenting a home of comfort and charm privately enclosed within grounds approaching ¼ of an acre which enjoy a south east facing aspect.

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A beautifully presented character property presenting a home of comfort and charm privately enclosed within grounds approaching ¼ of an acre which enjoy a south east facing aspect.

Willow Lodge has been sympathetically renovated with great care taken to retain original period features including exposed timbers, stone work and a feature working range. The property enjoys a tucked away position central to this sought after semi-rural village offering spacious versatile accommodation which is complemented by off road parking for several vehicles in addition to a detached double garage and a home office. Enjoying this delightful village setting within immediate walking distance of glorious open countryside whilst being served by an abundance of local services including highly regarded schools yet only a short drive from the M1 motorway network and surrounding commercial centres.


Ground FloorA stable style entrance door opens to the reception hall which has an exposed oak floor and displays original features including exposed stonework and timbers to the ceiling and an original staircase with a cupboard beneath with an integral radiator.

Breakfast KitchenA wonderful character room with two sash style windows to the front aspect of the house allowing excellent levels of natural light. This room has full tiling to the floor, exposed timbers to the ceiling and exposed stonework to the door surround. An original feature stone fireplace has a working cast iron range with working fire and steps lead down through a stone archway to the lounge. The Kitchen is presented with a range of fitted furniture comprising base cupboards with matching drawers which sit beneath a solid wooden work surface that incorporates a single drainer one and a half bowl pot sink with mixer tap over and a marble preparation area. The room has matching wall cupboards with under lighting, two eye-level glass fronted display cabinets with inner lighting and an additional dresser with drawers, base cupboards and complimentary eye-level glass fronted display cupboards over. Appliances include a cream coloured Aga with a six ringed hob, three ovens and grill, a dishwasher and a fridge.

LoungeThis room has two sash style windows, decorative coving to the ceiling and original exposed beams. The room has a radiator with an oak cover over, an inset display niche with down lighting and a feature stone fireplace to the chimney breast with inset multi fuel stove.

Dining RoomA tastefully presented room with exposed timbers to the ceiling, a radiator with a cover over, inset glass fronted display shelving to one wall and an open walk in store area currently used as a wine store. French style doors open on to an external stone flagged patio.


SnugThis room has a sash style window to the front aspect over-looking the landscaped gardens and pond, a radiator with cover over, exposed beams to the ceiling, feature coving and a fitted desk with matching shelving to the expanse of one wall.

UtilityHas full tiling to the floor, a radiator, a sash style window to the front aspect, inset spot lighting to the ceiling, plumbing for automatic washing machine and space and plumbing for an American style fridge freezer. An external door opens to the patio.

Shower RoomPresented with a low flush WC, a pedestal wash hand basin and a step-in shower. The room has full tiling to the walls and floor, a heated chrome towel rail, inset spot lighting to the ceiling, an extractor fan and a frosted effect window to the side elevation.


First Floor LandingThe landing displays an abundance of original features including exposed timbers to the apex of the ceiling. A stone archway provides access through to two of the bedrooms. A sash style window over-looks the front elevation of the property whilst the landing has two radiators; each with covers over.

Master BedroomA generously proportioned light filled room with three sash style windows to two elevations of the property. This room has a radiator, original exposed timbers to the ceiling, spot down lighting and a vanity cupboard with wash hand basin over with a tiled surround and a brass heated towel rail to one side.


BedroomA further double bedroom with windows to two elevations, over looking the landscaped gardens and pond, allowing good levels of natural light, a radiator with cover over, original exposed beams to the ceiling, built-in wardrobes and drawer units.

BedroomA rear facing double bedroom once again with windows to two elevations. This room has an oak floor coving to the ceiling, a radiator with a cover over and provides access to the roof space.

BedroomThis room has a window to the side aspect of the property, coving to the ceiling, built-in wardrobes and a cupboard which houses the central heating boiler. The radiator has an ornamental cover over.

Dressing RoomA potential fifth bedroom currently used as a dressing room with an exposed oak floor, a window and presented with shelving, hanging space and shoe rack to three walls.

Family BathroomA generously proportioned room presented with a three piece suite consisting of a sunken Jacuzzi bath with mosaic tiled surround, a Sanitan wash hand basin and a low flush WC. The room has half tiling to the walls, a traditionally styled cast iron radiator with a heated chrome towel rail surround, two opaque sash style windows, inset spot lighting to the ceiling, decorative cove moulding and a further heated chrome towel rail. An airing cupboard presents useful storage space.


Local AreaShelley is an absolutely charming village located to the southeast of Huddersfield, northwest of Barnsley, between the villages of Thunderbridge, Emley and Denby Dale; surrounded by glorious un-spoilt countryside. Locally there are quaint village pub’s including The Woodman, Farmers Boy and the locally renowned 3 acres at Emley. Local services are in abundance in the neighbouring villages of Denby Dale, Kirkburton and Scissett, ranging from small gift and clothes shops to smaller supermarkets and a swimming pool. Highly regarded private and state schools are easily accessible.

Nearby attractions include Cannon Hall at Cawthorne with the popular Farm shop and Yorkshire Sculpture Park at West Bretton. Woodsome Golf Club is within a 10 minute drive; Shelley has a substantial Garden Centre with restaurant whilst both Huddersfield and Holmfirth are accessible within a 15 minute drive. Commutability throughout the region is excellent with major commercial centres being easily accessible whilst the M1 motorway is within a 10 minute drive. Bus and Train services are available in within Denby Dale.

Huddersfield 4.5 miles Holmfirth 8 miles Leeds 20 milesManchester 33 Miles Sheffield 23 Miles Wakefield 10 miles


Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 2346083 Registered Office: Lancasters Property Services Ltd, Lancaster House, 12-14 Mortimer Heights, Cubley, Sheffield S36 9UYcopyright © 2016 Fine & Country Ltd.

ExternallyThe property is approached off Huddersfield Road by secure timber entrance gates that open to a substantial courtyard providing off road parking for several vehicles being flanked with established walled flower beds and acting as a private boarder to the house. To the immediate front aspect of the property is a Yorkshire stone flagged patio with walk-way having established boarders and stone walled boundaries. A substantial pond presents a focal feature to the garden. Access is given to both sides of the property, the North having an enclosed patio and drying area. The grounds measure approximately ¼ of an acre in all.

Double GarageAccess is given to a stone built double garage with a pitched stone slate roof having two separate timber entrance doors, power and lighting.

Home OfficeAttached to the garage is a versatile room currently used as a home office with power and lighting, secure double glazed entrance door and double glazed window to the front elevation.

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

Location/DirectionsWillow Lodge enjoys a delightful private position within this popular village. Travel out of Shelley on the Huddersfield Road (B6116) heading towards Armitage’s Garden Centre and Skelmanthorpe. The property will be found on the left hand side.


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. * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent. Printed 07.03.2016


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