An exceptional 18th century barn conversion, occupying delightful grounds, extending to approximately ¼ of an acre, sympathetically restored resulting in a beautiful home with retained period features.

The Byre presents spacious accommodation offering a wealth of charm and character throughout whilst the private setting incorporates landscaped gardens, parking for several vehicles, a detached double garage and an additional building which lends itself to a variety of uses.

Enjoying a sought after little known, award winning village location, glorious open countryside on the doorstep resulting in the most idyllic of outdoor lifestyles, whilst local services are in abundance and both the M18 and M1 motorways are  within a short drive ensuring convenient access throughout the region.

Ground Floor

A solid arch top entrance door opens into the reception / boot room, which has a window to the front aspect and gains access to the cloakroom which is presented with a traditionally styled two suite incorporating a high flush W.C and a wash hand basin. The room has a quarry tiled floor and plumbing for an automatic washing machine.

From the boot room a leaded entrance door opens directly into the reception hall, which immediately displays original period features including exposed timbers.

The living kitchen has full tiling to the floor, exposed beams to the ceiling and a window commanding a delightful outlook over the gardens. Presented with a comprehensive range of kitchen furniture finished in oak, complimented by Granite work surfaces incorporating a double drainer with an inset double bowl Belfast sink with a mixer tap over. A complement of appliances includes a Rangemaster stove, which comprises a double oven and grill, with a five ring gas burner and an extractor canopy over. There is a fridge, a freezer and a dishwasher.

The dining room sits next to the kitchen and offers exceptional proportions, the room exposed into the apex of the building, displaying exposed beams and trusses, whilst two Bow windows invite tremendous levels of natural light indoors, whilst commanding a delightful outlook over the grounds. A multi-fuel stove sits on a stone flagged hearth and internal French doors provide access through to the lounge.

The lounge enjoys an outlook over the gardens whilst patio doors open directly onto a cobbled terrace inviting the outdoors inside. A room which offers generous proportions and is complemented by a feature chimney breast with an Adams style fire surround, and a marble inset and hearth which is home to a Living Flame gas fire.

There are three bedrooms, two of which offer double proportions and are both positioned to the front aspect of the home, each with windows overlooking the gardens. One of the rooms benefits from fitted bedroom furniture, incorporating wardrobes, drawers and bedside cabinets. The third bedroom is positioned to the side aspect of the house, with a window to the gable end.

The bathroom is spacious and is presented with a traditionally styled five-piece suite, incorporating a Bidet, a low flush W.C, a step-in shower, a wash hand basin set to a Victorian styled surround and a bath with ornate wooden surround with inset tiling. This room has a frosted window, full tiling to the floor and an airing cupboard which is home to the boiler.

Externally

The property occupies grounds extending to approximately one quarter of an acre. Double timber gates open to a substantial driveway, which provides off road parking for several vehicles and gains access to both the double garage and home office / games room. There are two separate lawned gardens, each with shaped borders, whilst a cobbled walkway leads to the patio directly in front of the lounge. The games room has a secure roller shutter door revealing French doors which open directly into the games room which offers versatile space, currently used as a home gym, lending itself (subject to the necessary planning regulations) to several end uses including a home office, summer house or ancillary living. The building has power and lighting and an internal room which is currently home to a sauna. There are windows to the side aspect overlooking the garden and additional windows to the front aspect of the building. There is a detached stone built double garage with an electronically operated up and over entrance door, power and lighting. Within the garage is a self-contained room, ideal for the secure storage of tools etc.

Additional Information

A Freehold property with mains gas, water, electricity and drainage. Council Tax Band – F. Fixtures and fittings by separate negotiation.

1967 & MISDESCRIPTION ACT 1991 - When instructed to market this property every effort was made by visual inspection and from information supplied by the vendor to provide these details which are for description purposes only. Certain information was not verified, and we advise that the details are checked to your personal satisfaction. In particular, none of the services or fittings and equipment have been tested nor have any boundaries been confirmed with the registered deed plans. Fine & Country or any persons in their employment cannot give any representations of warranty whatsoever in relation to this property and we would ask prospective purchasers to bear this in mind when formulating their offer. We advise purchasers to have these areas checked by their own surveyor, solicitor and tradesman. Fine & Country accept no responsibility for errors or omissions. These particulars do not form the basis of any contract nor constitute any part of an offer of a contract.

Directions

From the M18 follow the A631 Bawtry Road towards Wickersley. After Aldi turn right onto Cross Street. At the mini roundabout turn left onto Main Street. Continue into Ravenfield; the property is on the right hand side.

Local Area – Ravenfield, S65

Occupying a delightful private tucked away position and boasting one of Rotherham’s most sought after post codes. Ravenfield is positioned on the outskirts of Rotherham slightly north of Sheffield within a few miles of both Junction 35 of the M1 motorway and Junction 1 of he M18. The immediate locality provides similar styled housing however open countryside is easily accessed as are open walks and an idyllic external lifestyle.

The location is both private and convenient central to major commercial centres whilst being only short drive from the picturesque village of Wentworth and associated attractions such as Wentworth Woodhouse, Wentworth garden centre and the associated traditional village pubs and restaurants. Further attractions include Greasborough Dams whilst Rother Valley and the popular water park are within a 20 minute drive. Meadowhall shopping centre is accessed within 15 minutes and Clifton Park offers an ideal day out for children as does the Magna Science centre. Wickersley and associated amenities which include shops, bars and restaurants at the Tanyard are also easily accessed. In short, a delightful location close to both Rotherham and Sheffield; an abundance of attractions, open countryside and both the M1 and M18 motorways.