Summary - 30A, TOWNGATE, SOWERBY BRIDGE HX6 1HT
5 bed 3 bath Semi-Detached
Two homes in one: period grandeur, garages, garden and rental potential close to Sowerby Bridge.
Period stone semi with ornate cornicing and flagstone floors
Self-contained one-bed apartment — rental or relatives (consents may be needed)
Multiple reception rooms, each with fireplace or stove
Vaulted wine cellar, conservatory, two garages/workshops
Large total area (c.3,153 sq ft) with high ceilings throughout
Sandstone walls assumed uninsulated — likely thermal upgrades needed
Small plot relative to house size; external maintenance required
Located in a high-crime, very deprived area — affects security/insurance
A substantial Victorian stone semi offering two self-contained homes on one plot: a four-bedroom main residence rich in period detail and a first-floor one-bedroom apartment ideal for relatives or rental income (subject to any necessary consents). The main house keeps high ceilings, ornate cornicing, flagstone floors, multiple reception rooms with stoves or fireplaces, and practical outbuildings including two single garages/workshops and a vaulted wine cellar. Gardens, a conservatory and a sheltered sun-trap courtyard complete the versatile layout.
This property will suit buyers seeking character and space — families wanting separate accommodation for grown children or carers, and investors attracted to the apartment’s income potential. The kitchen in the main house has been updated with a new Candy range and five-ring hob; heating is by mains gas with additional wood/multi-fuel stoves. The accommodation totals over 3,150 sq ft, providing generous rooms and storage across three floors.
Buyers should note some material considerations: the building dates from c.1868 and the sandstone/limestone walls are assumed to be without modern insulation, so further thermal upgrades may be needed. Using the first-floor apartment as a rental may require formal consents. The property sits in an area with high crime rates and significant local deprivation, which may affect insurance, security needs and resale perceptions. The plot is relatively small for the building’s footprint, and upkeep of period features will require ongoing maintenance.
A viewing is recommended to appreciate the scale, period character and the versatile arrangement of two homes in one. The house is conveniently placed for Sowerby Bridge amenities, train links and local schools, while still enjoying open field views from some rooms.
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