Dating back some 300 years to 1720 is Stubbing, an impressive, detached residence found within the historic Linfitts hamlet of Delph. A substantial dwelling offering over 3,000 Sq.ft of living accommodation over three impressive floors, with generously proportioned rooms found throughout the home boasting exquisite southerly and easterly facing views over the Tame valley.
Internally comprising an imposing entrance hallway with mosaic tiled flooring, lounge, bedroom, utility room, shower room and storage room to the ground floor. A grand staircase rises to the bright first floor landing with doors leading to the dining room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. A further staircase leads you to a second floor landing with access to two further bedrooms, modern bathroom and impressive sized lounge.
Garden spaces are predominantly found to the rear and side, with excellent socialising spaces for family and friends. Attractive rockeries, lawns and paved terrace areas are meticulously upkept. Mature trees and drystone walling border the boundary.
Ample off street parking is to the side with a driveway and single detached garage.
The current occupiers of Stubbing have resided here for over three decades and have lovingly restored the property to its full historic beauty including retaining period features such as cornices, covings, marble fireplaces and original timber doors to the rear elevation.
The centre of Delph village is a few minutes walk with everyday amenities at hand. Families with young children will appreciate Delph primary school just a few hundred meters away on Denshaw Road. Conveniently located for commuting to nearby towns and cities with the M62 Motorway only a ten minute drive away.
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History
Stubbing: A magnificent country house nestled within the breathtaking Saddleworth scenery. Originally standing as a farmhouse accompanied by a coach-house, barn and encompassing farmland. Previous inhabitants boast some of Delph’s most notable figures from the 18th Century.
Rich in local heritage, this remarkable residence has woven a narrative spanning three centuries, serving as home, refuge, entertainment and a source of livelihood for locals.
A repository of records known fittingly as the ‘Stubbing Papers’ preserved at Saddleworth Museum, lies a tangible connection to the past. Once belonging to the Roberts family, who resided at Stubbing for numerous years, this box contains a captivating assortment of documents and correspondence from bygone proprietors.
When you step foot into Stubbing today, you’ll be enveloped in the affectionate sense of its opulent and illustrious history.
Ground Floor
Entrance Hallway
Greeted by a secure timber entrance door, you enter the striking entrance hallway, with high ceiling and period features including mosaic tiled flooring, cornices and grand staircase leading to the first floor. The hallway is heated by two radiators, doors lead to the sitting room, bedroom, shower room, utility room and storage room.
Sitting Room - 5.25m x 4.45m (17'2" x 14'7")
Affectionately known as the ‘red room’, the original door features paintings believed to have been done by previous residents dating back nearly 150 years. The sitting room has a large double glazed window with unspoilt views of the Tame Valley, a central feature wood burning fire with marble surround and tiled hearth. Additional heating is provided by two radiators, period detailing is found to the ceiling coving.
Bedroom - 4.55m x 4.25m (14'11" x 13'11")
A large double glazed window provides plenty of natural lighting, the bedroom benefits from fitted carpeting, radiator and ceiling coving.
Shower Room - 3.8m x 1.3m (12'5" x 4'3")
Comprising of low level wc, hand wash basin with vanity under storage, steam & shower cubicle, tiled flooring with underfloor heating, tiled walls, heated towel rail and extractor fan.
Utility Room - 4.55m x 2.8m (14'11" x 9'2")
Fitted with base storage units and stainless steel sink with drainer unit, the utility room is plumbed for a washing machine and has space for a tumble dryer. A door leads to a cupboard housing the boiler and the utility room has a double glazed side window with timber door leading outside to the driveway.
Storage Room - 4.45m x 2.95m (14'7" x 9'8")
Ample storage space with power, lighting and period stone flooring.
First Floor
Landing
Spanning the full depth of the home is the first floor landing. A large double glazed window offers a beautiful snapshot of semi-rural Saddleworth with ample space for a home working area beside the window. A timber door with intricate detailing to the rear elevation provides an insight to the home’s history. Stairs rise to the second floor.
Dining Room - 4.55m x 4.55m (14'11" x 14'11")
Benefitting from a feature gas fire with fireplace as a focal point to the dining room, a further large double glazed window looks out onto the quaint Delph landscape. The dining room is heated with two radiators and an archway provides open plan access to the kitchen.
Kitchen - 4.55m x 3.7m (14'11" x 12'1")
With a country style fitted kitchen with wall and base units. A standout feature of the kitchen is the corner Range style cooker with gas hob and extractor fan. A central island unit provides extra cooking space with an under counter electric oven. A Belfast sink looks out to the rear garden via a double glazed window, a further double glazed window is found to the side with a south easterly facing outlook. The kitchen also benefits from an integrated Bosch dishwasher, space for an American style fridge/freezer and door leading to the side garden.
Bedroom - 4.55m x 4.25m (14'11" x 13'11")
With fitted carpeting, two radiators, dual aspect double glazed windows with excellent outlook, fitted wardrobe and door to walk-in wardrobe.
Walk-In Wardrobe - 4.55m x 1.4m (14'11" x 4'7")
Ample space for clothes with fitted shelving and rails. A double glazed window provides natural light.
Bathroom - 4.55m x 2.3m (14'11" x 7'6")
Comprising a four piece bathroom suite of gravity fed wc, hand wash basin, large shower cubicle and freestanding bathtub. Heated by two ornate radiators and with dual aspect obscured double glazed windows, the bathroom features solid wood flooring throughout.
Second Floor
Landing
A bright space aided by a double glazed window, the second floor landing is carpeted with a radiator and doors lead to all rooms on the second floor.
Lounge - 9.45m x 8.75m (31'0" x 28'8")
This former weaver’s room retains signs of its former life, with triple aspect double glazed Mullion windows to the east, west and south elevations. An original timber door is found to the rear wall which would have originally been used to deliver materials for weaving and spinning. A generously sized room measuring 30ft by 28ft, feature exposed beams are on display. Heated by four radiators. Access to the fully boarded loft space is via a hatch with retractable ladder, with the loft being a sizable area with high roof height and offering possible conversion opportunities.
Bedroom - 3.98m x 3.35m (13'0" x 10'11")
Offering a dual aspect outlook by means of double glazed Mullion windows. This bedroom is carpeted with single radiator.
Bedroom - 3.75m x 2.45m (12'3" x 8'0")
Despite being the smallest bedroom, this room is still able to accommodate a double sized bed and has a double glazed window with fitted carpeting and radiator.
Shower Room - 2.95m x 2.7m (9'8" x 8'10")
A modern three piece Porcelanosa bathroom suite, with low level wc, vanity hand wash basin, walk-in rainfall shower with separate attachment and screen, heated towel rail, tiled flooring with underfloor heating and partly tiled walls, dual aspect double glazed obscured Mullions.
Parking
Ample off street parking is provided. Additionally there is a detached single garage.
Gardens
To the front elevation is a small side lawn area. Low maintenance paved areas are enclosed with border hedging and wrought iron railings and steps lead up to the entrance door.
Garden areas are also found to both sides as well as the rear. A tremendously sized paved terrace area wraps from the rear to the side of the garden, drawing your attention to the fantastic countryside views on offer overlooking the Tame valley. Established rockeries, mature flowering plants and well tended lawns provide a variety of spaces to enjoy throughout the year. Steps rise to a veggie plot with greenhouse and raised sleeper beds. A custom made treehouse sits to the left side of the gardens accessed from the bridge and has a swing attached with slide and ladders back down to the garden. Looking back at the property from the top of the garden shows the grand nature of Stubbing, along with the previous history associated with this 18th Century farmhouse. The rear and side gardens are not overlooked by any neighbouring properties and provide an excellent opportunity to enjoy an outdoors lifestyle throughout the seasons.
Additional Information
TENURE: Freehold – Solicitor to confirm.
GROUND RENT: n/a
SERVICE CHARGE: n/a
COUNCIL BAND: G (£3733.17 per annum.)
CHAIN: No onward vendor chain.
VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS: Strictly by appointment via Kirkham Property.