Paisley Properties
Tel: 01484 443893
4 Blacker Road
Mapplewell
Barnsley
S75 6BW
Oaks Farm Drive, Darton, Barnsley
OFFERS AROUND £435,000
4 Bedroom House - Detached
This exceptional detached home offers flexible living, designed to adapt to different stages of life. Two extensions were added in 2022 with multi-generational/accessible living in mind. The open-plan ground floor has a wonderful sense of space and flow, while the Studio Room and adjoining bathroom were specifically designed for wheelchair accessibility, including ramped access. Originally a private living space, now an art studio, it could equally become an accessible living area, creative/treatment/guest room.
A standout feature is the roof terrace, accessed from a first-floor bedroom. Accommodation also includes an open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner, orangery, three well-proportioned bedrooms and stylish house bathroom.
On an elevated corner plot with far-reaching views across Barnsley, the wrap-around garden offers outdoor spaces for different times of day. The rear patio enjoys morning and afternoon sun, whilst the roof terrace catches the early evening sunshine. A summer house and substantial timber building with patio doors, light and water provide further possibilities for working, creating or entertaining.
The driveway provides extensive off-road parking and leads to a semi-detached garage. Secure steel gates, security system/cameras provide additional peace of mind.
Solar panels and an EV charger complement significant recent improvements including a new kitchen and windows in 2022, updated electrics, insulation, new boiler and soffits/fascias replaced in 2024.
Darton village has pubs, restaurants, schools and dog walking nearby. The railway station connects to Barnsley, Leeds, Wakefield and Sheffield, with easy access to the M1 J38.
A distinctive home offering accessible, working and creative spaces, generous outdoor living and exceptional flexibility.
THIS IMMACULATELY PRESENTED, EXTENDED THREE BEDROOM DETACHED FAMILY HOME IS BEAUTIFULLY FINISHED THROUGHOUT & FEATURES A WEALTH OF DELIGHTFUL TOUCHES PLUS SOLAR PANELS. THE PROPERTY BOASTS AN EXCEPTIONAL OPEN PLAN GROUND FLOOR SPACE WITH ACCESSIBILTY THE KEY, STUDIO ROOM WITH EN-SUITE & ORANGERY, THREE WELL PROPORTIONED BEDROOMS ON THE FIRST FLOOR & STYLISH BATHROOM. THERE IS PARKING FOR NUMEROUS CARS & THE GARAGE, TWO OUTBUILDINGS, A WRAP AROUND GARDEN & LARGE ROOF TERRACE ACCESSED VIA THE SECOND BEDROOM
FREEHOLD / COUNCIL TAX BAND C/ ENERGY RATING: TBC
LOBBY
You enter the property through a composite door into this welcoming lobby that gives a first glimpse of the superb presentation this home has to offer. Natural light enters through the double glazed window, there is laminate flooring, a wall mounted radiator, ceiling lighting and coving to the ceiling. A carpeted staircase leads to the first floor, and an internal door leads to the lounge.
LOUNGE
4.82 max x 4.13 max (15'9" max x 13'6" max)An impressively sized living room, again with wonderful presentation, and the start of the amazing ground floor accommodation. There is plenty of space for freestanding lounge furniture, natural light floods in via the double glazed bay window to the front and there is a useful understairs storage cupboard which also houses the electrics and solar panel controls. The focal point of the room is the log effect gas fire set on a wood effect tiled base with matching backing and wood surround with space for a TV next to this plus additional power sockets, extremely useful in this high tech age. There is laminate flooring, a wall mounted radiator with the space opening up to the kitchen diner and an internal door leading back to the lobby.
KITCHEN DINER
5.11 apx x 2.98 max (16'9" apx x 9'9" max)A room with two halves and multiple uses, the kitchen part, which was installed in 2022, has a good range of wall and base units, complementary solid wood work surfaces, matching splashbacks, and a one and a half bowl composite sink with mixer tap. Integral appliances include an electric oven, four ring gas hob with curved glass extractor over, upright fridge freezer and dishwasher plus there is plumbing for a washing machine. Laminate flooring runs underfoot which continue into the open space, suitable for a dining table and also designed to allow a wheelchair a full turn. There is a ceiling mounted 'natural light' ceiling light, and downlights, a double glazed window draws in natural light, and the boiler is mounted inside a matching kitchen cupboard. There is a sliding door leading to the Studio Room and openings lead to the lounge and separately to the Orangery.
ORANGERY
4.35 apx x 2.48 apx (14'3" apx x 8'1" apx)One of the two extensions and another room with multiple uses, currently set up as a dining area. The high pitched ceiling, automated Velux windows, two double glazed window and French doors flood the space with natural light. There are two wall mounted radiators, inset ceiling spotlights, laminate flooring and the French doors lead to the patio. An opening takes you back to the kitchen diner.
STUDIO ROOM
4.8 max x 3.67 max (15'8" max x 12'0" max)The second extension has been designed for multi-generational use although, there are numerous other uses such as an artist/photography studio, beauty/therapy room, or any work from home office or additionally it could be used as a ground floor bedroom. With the addition of the accessible en-suite, this would make a perfect self contained area with a few modifications and is an exceptional addition to the property. There is laminate flooring, three wall mounted radiators, two ceiling lights, built in desks and units with the three double glazed windows bathing the area with natural light.
EN SUITE
2.41 apx x 1.52 (7'10" apx x 4'11")An excellent addition having a three piece suite in white consisting of a low rise wall mounted wash basin, ideal for wheelchair users; with mixer tap, panel bath with mixer tap and shower attachment and twin flush low level WC. There is full tiling on the floor and walls, a double glazed window with obscure glass brings in natural light, there is a chrome towel radiator, shaver socket, and ceiling light. A sliding door leads to the Studio Room.
LANDING
2.54 apx x 1.13 plus stairs (8'3" apx x 3'8" pluStairs ascend from the lobby to this first floor landing having carpet flooring, ceiling lighting, and a double glazed window to the side. There is access to the loft space, a storage cupboard has useful space and includes a towel radiator, and internal doors lead to the bathroom and all bedrooms.
BEDROOM ONE
4.6 max to rear of robes x 2.87 apx (15'1" max toThe first of three well-proportioned first floor bedrooms, this one is a double with a good range of fitted wardrobes to one wall, wall mounted radiator, ceiling lighting and a combination of carpet and laminate flooring. The double glazed window gives terrific far reaching views and brings in the natural light. An internal door leads to the landing.
BEDROOM TWO
3.25 apx x 2.86 max to rear or bookcase (10'7" apxThe second double bedroom is currently used as an office, however, there is plenty of space for a bed and bedroom furniture. The main feature of this room is the French doors that lead to the substantial roof terrace, making this room unique. There is carpet flooring, a wall mounted radiator and ceiling lighting. An internal door leads back to the landing.
ROOF TERRACE
5.31apx x 3.86 apx (17'5"apx x 12'7" apx)A spectacular space, accessed via the second bedroom and joins the inside and outside space perfectly. There is tiling underfoot, outside wall lights and external power points.
BEDROOM THREE
2.8 max to rear of robe x 2.2 (9'2" max to rear ofA well-proportioned third bedroom, located at the front of the property with the double glazed window giving excellent far reaching views and bringing in natural light. There is a lovely, period style built in tallboy wardrobe, laminate flooring, a wall mounted radiator and ceiling lighting. An internal door leads to the landing.
BATHROOM
2.37 apx x2.14 apx (7'9" apx x7'0" apx)A stylish bathroom having a three piece suite in white consisting of a panel bath with side mixer taps, electric shower over, and bi-fold shower screen, pedestal wash basin, with mixer tap, and twin flush low-level WC. There is a towel radiator, full tiling to the walls and floor, inset ceiling lighting, a shaver socket and extractor fan. A double glazed window with obscure glass brings in natural light and an internal door leads to the landing.
EXTERNALLY
Occupying an elevated corner plot complete with far reaching views, the wrap around garden provides more than ample outside space in addition to the two outside stores. The rear patio that gets the morning and afternoon sun, ensuring there is always somewhere for that morning coffee or evening glass of wine on the terrace. There is an abundance of parking on the driveway, with space for numerous cars and has previously stored a campervan. This leads to the semi-detached garage, and the outside is complemented by the roof terrace that is attached to the second bedroom. There are secure steel gates which, in addition to the security system and cameras, give that extra peace of mind.
GARAGE/WORKSHOP
5.36 apx x 2.69 (17'7" apx x 8'9")First of four extremely useful outside structures, all of them adding the functionality of the property and also adding to the potential. It has it's own power, light, tap plus, as it has a pitched roof, plenty of storage and conversion options.
OUTSIDE STORE ONE
3.52 irregula sshape x 3.06 max (11'6" irregula ssThe garden has been well designed with wildlife and nature in mind, rather than simply creating a formal space. This second building was created to be used as a bar, with water power and light already supplied, giving the new owners
flexibility of use and lots of potential.
OUTSIDE STORE TWO
Another of the outside structures, again with many uses and adding to the storage capabilities externally. There are power sockets and light.
SHED
Finally a wooden shed with light is at the top of the garden, ideal for a tool store.
CONNECTIVITY AND WORKING FROM HOME
The home has been set up with working from home and technology in mind. Every room is networked and has satellite cable connections, plus there is an abundance of power sockets, especially in the lounge, where there are extra sockets and data points, behind where the TV would sit. The connectivity, additional rooms and garden spaces mean the house works particularly well for people working from home, running a small business, gaming, creating or simply needing several different spaces for multiple members of the family.
MATERIAL INFORMATION MAPPLEWELL
TENURE:
Freehold
ADDITIONAL COSTS:
There are no additional costs associated with the property, shared areas or development.
COUNCIL AND COUNCIL TAX BAND:
Barnsley Band C
PROPERTY CONSTRUCTION:
Standard
PARKING:
Driveway
RIGHTS AND RESTRICTIONS:
DISPUTES:
There have not been any neighbour disputes.
BUILDING SAFETY:
Two extensions to the property in 2022, new windows in 2022, soffits and facias replaced in 2024, recently installed boiler with service history, updated electrics including the outbuildings, owned solar panels, EV charging point, automated Velux windows in the Orangery.
There are no known structural defects to the property.
PLANNING PERMISSIONS AND DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS:
There are no known planning applications on neighbouring properties or land and the vendor confirmed they have not received any notices
*Please note we do not check the local planning applications so please do so yourself before proceeding.
UTILITIES:
Water supply - Mains water
Sewerage - Mains
Electricity - Mains
Heating Source - Mains Gas
Broadband - Suggested speeds up to 1000 mbps
ENVIRONMENT:
There has not been any flooding, mining or quarrying which has affected the property throughout our vendor's ownership.
AGENT NOTES MAPPLEWELL
AGENT NOTES:
Please note information within our sales particulars has been provided by the vendors. Paisley Properties have not reviewed the full title and therefore the buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor.
References to the Tenure of the property are based upon information obtained from Land Registry. However the buyer should obtain verification from their solicitor.
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. We advise you take your own measurements prior to ordering any fixtures, fittings or furnishings.
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 produced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property.
You are advised to check availability and book a viewing appointment prior to travelling to view.
PAISLEY PROPERTIES MAPPLEWELL
We are available to do appointments up until 8pm Monday to Friday and up until 4pm Saturday and Sunday so please contact the office if you would like to arrange a viewing. We also offer a competitive sales and letting service, please contact us if you would like to arrange an appointment to discuss marketing your property through Paisley, we would love to help.
PAISLEY MORTGAGES MAPPLEWELL
Mandy Weatherhead at our sister company, Paisley Mortgages, is available to offer clear, honest whole of market mortgage advice. We also run a first time buyer academy to help you prepare in advance for your first mortgage, home-mover and re-mortgage advice. If you would like to speak to Mandy, please contact us on 01484 444188 / 07534 847380 to arrange an appointment.
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Energy Efficiency and Environmental Impact
Although these particulars are thought to be materially correct their accuracy cannot be guaranteed and they do not form part of any contract.
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