Property for sale in Harwood Drive, Waterthorpe S20
Whitehorne Independent Estate Agents
a month agoPrice: £250,000
South Yorkshire - Sheffield
- Residential
- Other
- 3 Bed(s)
- 1 Bath(s)
Features
Description
Guide price £250,000-£260,000
An exceptional opportunity to acquire this stunning three-bedroom semi-detached house situated on a quiet residential road in the sought-after area of Watertorpe. The property boasts a tasteful rear extension that seamlessly incorporates the kitchen and a study/playroom, providing versatile living space for the modern family. The spacious accommodation, spread across two floors and totalling an impressive 1,073 sq feet, has been meticulously finished to an exceptionally high standard by the current vendors. The layout of the property is designed with the growing family market in mind, offering ample space for comfortable living. There is also potential for further extension, subject to planning permission, providing scope for customisation to suit individual needs and preferences. Conveniently located, the property offers easy access to a range of local amenities and is within close proximity to well-regarded school catchments, making it an ideal choice for families with school-aged children. Additionally, the property benefits from an integral garage, driveway, and a private, sizeable garden at the rear - perfect for outdoor entertaining. For commuters, the property is well-positioned near major motorway networks and within easy reach of central Sheffield, ensuring convenient travel options for professionals working in the city. In summary, this stylish semi-detached home offers a rare opportunity to secure a property of superb quality in a desirable location. Viewing is essential to fully appreciate the charm and appeal of this impressive residence.
Valuer
Andy Robinson
EPC Rating: C
Location
S20 Area Guide
Beighton, Crystal Peaks, Halfway, Mosborough, Owlthorpe, Plumbley, Sothall, Waterthorpe, Westfield
The S20 postcode is situated to the south east of Sheffield city centre, equidistance between Rotherham and Chesterfield. With the most northerly part of the area, Beighton, skirting the A57, there is easy access to the M1 motorway system.
The Sheffield Supertram runs out to Halfway stopping en route at Beighton, Crystal peaks, Waterthorpe and Westfield, helping make S20's public transport links excellent.
You can reach Sheffield city centre by car in approximately half an hour, so have the convenience of not being too far from all that Sheffield city centre can offer. You are, however, far enough away for the house prices to reflect this, therefore making living in S20 comparatively affordable. The housing here reflects this too, with the majority of houses being detached closely followed by semi-detached and then terraced.
The area is popular with families and is served by the following nurseries and schools:
Nurseries in S20
Beighton Bizzy Bees Family Childcare Centre
Beighton Nursery and Infant School
Halfway Nursery and Infant School
Just for Kidz Nursery
Lamb Setts Montessori Nursery School
Oak Valley Day Nursery
Shortbrook Children's Centre
Waterthorpe Nursery and Infant School
Schools in S20
Beighton Nursery Infant Schoo
Brook House Junior School
Emmanuel Junior Academy
Halfway Nursery and Infant School
Halfway Junior School
Mosborough Primary
Reighnhead Primary
Shortbrook Primary
Waterthorpe Nursery and Infant School
Westfield School
Heathlands Park is situated in S20 and is a large park approximately 2.2 hectares in size. In the Halfway area, the formation of 'Friends of heathlands Park' demonstrates the community spirit of this area amongst lots of its residents and the group have helped dictate how some much needed funds were spent on the park. Paths have been improved, there have been new play areas for children built and an orchard has been planted which is open to the public when the fruit is ripe. There is even a Facebook page which notifies when the fruit is good to pick.
If you like to 'grow your own' then S20 is served by 3 allotments: Beighton Allotments, Reignhead Farm Allotments and Moss Way Allotments.
Rother Valley Country Park isn't quite in S20, but it is so close it deserves a mention. The park covers 3 square kilometres (740 acres) and has four artificial lakes, recreational activities and nature reserves.
If the weather warrants finding an indoor activity to do with the kids, then luckily in S20 there is the Runaround Playcentre. Complete with a café for parents, the playcentre boasts indoor football and basketball, 4 lane astra slide, large spiral slide, talking tree, ball shower, climbing rocket and a specific 0-3 years area for the little ones.
S20 is not short of fitness facilities with Firehouse Fitness, S20 Physique and Westfield Sports Centre all being within the postcode. Westfield Sports Centre is part of the siv group and offers a 25m indoor pool, fitness classes, multi-use sports hall, coached activities and function rooms for hire for meetings, seminars, conferences and social events.
Regarding shopping, each township has their own collection of local shops and supermarkets. You do not however, have to venture into the city centre if you require some more robust retail therapy. Crystal Peaks Shopping Mall has approximately 600,000 sq ft of retail space with a range of High Street stores including, Next, Burton, Dorothy Perkins, Boots, New Look, Marks and Spencer and Clarks. The Centre also has an indoor market operated by Sheffield City Council, a medical centre, veterinary surgery and a range of other facilities and services. The retail park is located within walking distance and hosts brands such as tk Maxx, Argos, Mothercare and Boots.
Despite not being in the city centre, there are numerous places you can grab a take away from should you decide against cooking one night. If you would prefer to eat out and you have kids, then the Elmwood Farm Dining and Carvery could fit the bill. Serving breakfasts and traditional pub classics they make a point of welcoming children.
The Ridgeway Arms is another family friendly pub which serves food. Alongside their traditional pub food, they have mixed things up a bit by adding their 'food challenges' to the menu. Perfect if you're into 'Man V Food'!
On a different vibe, Mosborough Hall is ideal if you fancy eating somewhere a bit special. Originally a 12th century manor house and now a hotel, Mosborough Hall offers home cooked cuisine in Darcy's Brasserie for lunch and dinner, and afternoon tea in Darcy's Bar.
Damon's is a bit of a Sheffield institution, and most people who grew up in Sheffield would have at some point had a birthday here. If you bring along some form of I.D the birthday person receives their meal for free! It has everything you would expect from an American Diner.
With Crystal Peaks being in S20, you are close to many popular chain restaurants. To name a few you can find there: Costa, Greggs, kfc, Dominos, McDonalds and Subway.
S20 is a great area if you don't want the hustle and bustle of the city and the surrounding suburbs, but still don't want to long a journey should you want to venture in for shopping and leisure activities. Being close to Chesterfield and the M1 it also proves popular with commuters.
Garden
Private rear garden
Parking - Garage
Garage and driveway