- Secluded position at the end of a quiet country lane
- Three-bedroom home, with planning permission to remodel into a five-bedroom
- Planning permission for a six-bedroom conversion of the detached barn
- Set within approximately 0.74 acres of private gardens and grounds
- Rare development opportunity in a peaceful semi-rural setting
- Generous barn with exposed beams, power, and lighting
- Existing three-bedroom house with scope to reconfigure and extend
- Beautiful gardens with pond, lawns, box hedging, and vegetable plots
- Ample off-road parking via private driveway
- Convenient access to Halifax, Queensbury, and wider transport links
3 Bedroom Detached House for sale in Halifax
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A HIDDEN SANCTUARY WITH PLANNING FOR TWO REMARKABLE HOMES
Said to be built by a coal merchant for his French wife in the 1930s, Sunset is a property rooted in the vision of building a dream life. Offering a rare and exciting development opportunity tucked away at the very end of a quiet country lane, Sunset enjoys an exceptionally private position within approximately 0.74 acres of gardens and grounds. With newly-approved planning permission to remodel the existing home into a five-bedroom family residence, together with consent to convert the detached barn into a six-bedroom dwelling, the potential here is extraordinary.
This peaceful pocket of countryside sits just moments from Halifax town centre, making it an appealing prospect for developers, self-builders or those seeking to create a bespoke multi-generational retreat.
THE EXISTING HOUSE
The current accommodation offers an inviting starting point for redevelopment. Entry is through the porch and into the kitchen, fitted with timber units, contrasting worksurfaces, an inset sink, and two-plate gas AGA, alongside plumbing for laundry appliances. Double doors open into the conservatory - a lovely spot for enjoying the garden views, with direct access outdoors for relaxed summer dining.
An inner hallway leads to a three-piece bathroom, separate WC, lounge with multi-fuel stove, bay window, and French doors, and a versatile sitting room that can serve as a third bedroom or home office. A second entrance vestibule provides additional access.
Upstairs, the landing leads to two bedrooms, including the principal with bespoke fitted wardrobes, dressing area, and an ensuite bathroom. Both bedrooms include useful eaves storage.
Planning application reference: 24/00343/FUL (Calderdale Planning Portal). Conversion of detached barn to dwelling, extension to existing house, new drive and turning area.
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THE BARN
Positioned to the side of the house and accessed via the driveway and gardens, the barn is open to the rafters with exposed beams, power and lighting. With consent in place for a six-bedroom conversion, it offers outstanding scope to create a second substantial home, luxury holiday accommodation, or an investment property.
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GARDENS AND GROUNDS
Sunset is enveloped by generous gardens, creating an idyllic backdrop for the redevelopment. Lawns, box hedging, mature shrubs, and trees offer a sense of seclusion, while vegetable plots and a wildlife-rich pond bring charm and interest. The driveway provides ample off-road parking, and there's planning permission to create a new drive and turning area.
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LOCATION
Tucked away off Howcans Lane, Sunset enjoys a wonderfully peaceful position on the outskirts of Halifax, offering the best of rural calm with excellent access to everyday amenities. Despite its secluded setting, the property is just a few minutes' drive from Halifax town centre, where you'll find independent shops, well-known retailers, caf�s, restaurants and cultural landmarks including The Piece Hall, Eureka, and the Victoria Theatre.
The surrounding area is ideal for those who enjoy the outdoors, with countryside walks, bridleways and open landscapes all within easy reach. Queensbury lies a short drive uphill, providing additional amenities along with strong transport links towards Bradford and beyond.
Families benefit from a choice of nearby primary and secondary schools, including well-regarded grammar provision, while commuters will appreciate convenient connections to Halifax railway station, regular bus routes and the wider motorway network via the M62.
For those seeking a quiet, semi-rural lifestyle without sacrificing practicality, this location strikes a perfect balance - private, green and peaceful, yet well-connected to the region's key towns and employment hubs.
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KEY INFORMATION
- Fixtures and fittings: Only fixtures and fittings mentioned in the sales particulars are included in the sale.
- Wayleaves, easements and rights of way: The sale is subject to all of these rights whether public or private, whether mentioned in these particulars or not.
- Local authority: Calderdale
- Council tax band: C
- Tenure: Freehold
- Property type: Detached
- Property construction: Stone
- Electricity supply: Shell
- Gas supply: Shell
- Water supply: Yorkshire Water
- Sewerage: Septic tank
- Heating: Gas central heating, multi-fuel stove in living room, gas AGA in kitchen
- Broadband: TalkTalk
- Mobile signal/coverage: Good
- Parking: Off-road parking for approximately four cars
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Property Ref: 693_34120436
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