Steeton, BD20 6RY

This distinctive period home occupies a convenient position alongside Steeton train station and offers a rare opportunity to acquire a property with a fascinating history, generous accommodation, and excellent transport links. Prospective purchasers should note that part of the garden and parking area falls outside the registered title and further details are provided below. The property opens through a porch into a characterful kitchen fitted with a Belfast sink and ample space for a range cooker. Full of charm and period character, this is a practical and welcoming space at the heart of the home. Leading through from the kitchen is a spacious dining room with plenty of room for a large dining table and chairs, making it well suited to family meals and entertaining alike. The living room is equally impressive, featuring high ceilings, a log burning stove and an abundance of character, creating a comfortable place to relax throughout the year. A particularly interesting feature of the property is the ground floor principal bedroom with its modern en-suite wet room. Historically, this room served as the station waiting room, adding another layer of character and heritage to this unique home. Original stone steps rise to the first floor where there are two further good-sized double bedrooms, both offering flexibility for a variety of uses including guest accommodation, home working, or hobbies. The first floor is completed by the house bathroom. Externally, the property enjoys well maintained gardens with several seating areas designed to make the most of the predominantly south facing aspect. There is also off-road parking. Important Information: The surface of a section of land currently used as part of the property’s garden and parking area is a former highway that the highways agency still has rights over and is not included within the registered title. It was gifted to the former owners, and the current owners have enjoyed uninterrupted use of this land for than 14 years. The land was historically used by the Highways Authority as a level crossing before the construction of the bypass and flyover and has not been used for this purpose for in excess of 35 years. The sellers have obtained a £300,000 indemnity insurance policy, subject to a £25,000 excess, which would cover legal costs and provide compensation should the Highways Authority seek to reclaim use of the land in the future. A statutory declaration confirming the long-standing uninterrupted use of the land is also available. Correspondence held by the sellers indicates that the Highways Authority has shown no interest in the land and has not used it for several decades. Buyers are advised to discuss this matter with their solicitor at an early stage of the transaction. Further information and supporting documentation are available from our office upon request.