4 bed semi-detached house for sale

Healey Stones, Healey, Rochdale OL12

Nestled within a highly desirable hamlet surrounded by rolling countryside, this beautifully proportioned semi-detached character cottage dates back to circa 1750 and enjoys an enviable semi-rural setting with far-reaching views across open fields and beyond.

Bursting with charm and period appeal, the property offers substantial and versatile accommodation blending historic character with practical family living.

The ground floor briefly comprises a welcoming entrance hall, spacious dining room, and lounge, in addition to an impressive breakfast kitchen ideal for modern family life and entertaining. A useful wc and multiple porch entrances add practicality and flexibility.

To the first floor are four bedrooms together with a family bathroom and a separate office/study space, perfectly suited for home working.

A particularly notable feature is the substantial basement wine cellar, offering excellent storage or potential for a variety of uses subject to any necessary consents.

The home has a generous driveway providing ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles, an increasingly rare feature for homes of this age and character. The parking area also offers convenient access to the property and surrounding outdoor spaces.

Outside, the cottage enjoys a picturesque setting with attractive stone wall boundaries and the elevated aspect allows the gardens to take full advantage of the spectacular panoramic outlook, with uninterrupted views stretching across green fields and the surrounding valley landscape. The outdoor space perfectly balances practicality with charm, making it ideal for families, keen gardeners or buyers simply seeking a countryside lifestyle within easy reach of local amenities.

Ground Floor

Entrance

Porch (5' 10'' x 3' 9'' (1.77m x 1.14m))

Tiled floor

Downstairs W/C (5' 10'' x 2' 10'' (1.77m x 0.86m))

Two piece white suite comprising w/c and wash hand basiin with tiled floor

Lounge (19' 0'' x 17' 1'' (5.79m x 5.21m))

Large characted filled room with feature stone inglenook fireplace and solid fuel stove, beamed ceiling, tongue and groove flooring, stairs to first floor and affording a pleasant aspect overlooking garden

Dining Room (13' 7'' x 15' 5'' (4.14m x 4.7m))

Good sized room with parquet flooring and beamed ceiling

Breakfast Kitchen (18' 9'' x 11' 5'' (5.71m x 3.47m))

Incorporating a breakfast area and fitted with a good range of base and wall units, plumbed for washing machine and dryer, bowl and a half sink unit, splash tiling, built in cupboard, laminate flooring and beamed ceiling

Porch (3' 9'' x 14' 6'' (1.15m x 4.41m))

Access to the basement level wine cellar

Lower Level

Basement (10' 6'' x 18' 5'' (3.2m x 5.61m))

Barrel vaulted cellar, accessed via stairs

First Floor

Landing (7' 10'' x 10' 6'' (2.4m x 3.2m))

Bedroom One (11' 6'' x 17' 5'' (3.5m x 5.3m))

To front, large double room affording panoramic views with fitted wardrobes and cupboards over, feature exposed stone chimney breast and beamed ceiling

Bedroom Two (15' 0'' x 8' 1'' (4.57m x 2.46m))

To front, double room affording panoramic views

Bedroom Three (13' 1'' x 7' 5'' (3.99m x 2.27m))

To front, double room affording panoramic views

Bedroom Four (6' 3'' x 10' 8'' (1.9m x 3.26m))

To front with beamed ceiling

Bathroom (8' 0'' x 7' 8'' (2.44m x 2.34m))

Three piece white suite comprising w/c, wash hand basin/vanity and bath with shower over, tiled walls and floor, towel rail and spotlights

Study (7' 1'' x 11' 4'' (2.16m x 3.45m))

Access to roof void

Heating

The proeprty has gas central heating and UPVC double glazing

External

The home has a generous driveway providing ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles, an increasingly rare feature for homes of this age and character. The parking area also offers convenient access to the property and surrounding outdoor spaces.

Outside, the cottage enjoys a picturesque setting with attractive stone wall boundaries and the elevated aspect allows the gardens to take full advantage of the spectacular panoramic outlook, with uninterrupted views stretching across green fields and the surrounding valley landscape

Additional Information

Tenure - Leasehold

EPC Rating - awaiting assessment

Council Tax Band - D