Upper House Barn

Description

This fabulous barn conversion is set in the village of Delph, at the start of Castleshaw Valley on the Yorkshire/Lancashire border. Renovated to a superb standard, the property offers a quality base for families seeking a countryside escape away from their everyday routines.

You enter into the fabulous open-plan living area, complete with high ceilings and exposed beams, plus sleek laminate flooring throughout. The large kitchen boasts plenty of workspace and an array of appliances to assist you throughout your stay, while the dining bench is perfect for family mealtimes. After a big feast, sink into the corner sofa and catch up on your favourite shows.

The bedrooms can be found on the ground floor and are all beautifully presented, comprising of a king-size, two doubles, and a twin, which can be arranged as a double upon request, providing flexible sleeping arrangements for all parties.

Sit in the garden with a glass of wine and admire the view, or enjoy a dip in the hot tub under stars.

There are excellent walks available to the Roman Fort situated on the Chester to York military road, not to mention nearby Uppermill which boasts several art galleries, restaurants, pubs and gift shops. 

Accommodation: Reverse level accommodation. Four bedrooms on first floor: 1 x king-size double, 2 x double, 1 x twin (zip/link can be double on request). Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC. First-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC. First-floor open plan living area with kitchen, dining and sitting area

Amenities: Gas central heating. Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Ample off-road parking for up to 8 cars. Lawned garden with hot tub. Three well-behaved pets welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 1.5 miles, pub 0.7 miles

The picturesque village of Delph has barely changed from its 19th century hey-day, when it’s small mills were at the heart of a thriving community, and today remains an ideal start for walks up the Castleshaw Valley to the Roman Fort, one of a series built on the Roman military road from Chester to York. Nearby, the largest of the Saddleworth villages, Uppermill is situated in the valley below Saddleworth Church and is dominated by an impressive viaduct. The architecture of this attractive village is highlighted in the Local Interest Trail leaflets available from the Tourist Information Centre. Saddleworth Museum highlights the history of the area from Roman times and also has an art gallery with changing exhibitions. The Huddersfield Narrow Canal runs through the village and the canal boat trips and boat traffic attract many visitors. Other attractions include Brownhills Countryside Centre, numerous craft shops, art galleries, gift shops, restaurants, public houses and tea shops.