Wakefield Road, Streethouse, Pontefract, WF7

Snydale villa is a substantial mid 19th century property in a semi-rural location overlooking open fields to the rear and in an ideal location for commuting to Leeds, Wakefield, Pontefract and further afield, with a train station only a few minutes walk away, and easy access to the motorway network. 

The main property comprises of 4 bedrooms, 3 reception rooms and a large cellar spanning the footprint of the main property. There is also a large bedroom balcony, a large detached garage, a substantial car / caravan port, and a large driveway with parking for multiple vehicles, all set within a substantial plot with multiple garden areas. The  property is of standard construction with brick walls and a concrete tile roof.  

It is noted that the cellar space is partly above ground level due to the gradient of the surrounding land, making it a surprisingly usable space. To the rear of the cellar, there is a workshop area which has a door leading outside, two windows, and a toilet / sink.

Within the villa grounds, there are a range of mature trees and plants, including an orchard area with a wide selection of fruit trees, and grapevines behind the garage, which have been used to produce small amounts of wine in the past with varying success. There are 4 lawned areas, a chicken run, a polytunnel, a fruit cage and a few wildlife ponds.  The current owners also have a hot tub located behind the garage. This will be removed for hygiene reasons, however, the waterproof outdoor electrical sockets will remain should the new owners wish to create a spa area for themselves.

The large ‘L shaped’ detached garage is partly brick and partly concrete walls with metal sheet roofing. The large size creates a useful space for storage or potentially other hobbies and interests, subject to any permissions if required. The garage has its own electrical fuse board and various socket circuits and lighting.

As you head towards the village on the main road, you will see the signs ‘Snydale Villas & Streethouse’. It is understood that the village is partly named after the property, which is believed to have been one of the earlier houses built in the immediate area. 

Prior to the house being built, it is understood that a farm was previously located on the site, the current owners have found a few old coins and other interesting objects while working on the gardens.

The property has seen significant improvements and modernisation in the last few years, including a new roof (2025), substantial electrical works / rewiring, including replacement of all 3 fuse boards, all new sockets throughout and all new electrics to the cellar rooms, garage, balcony and other outdoor sockets (2023/2024), a few new windows and a new composite front door (2025), new multi fuel stove with traditional tile inset casting to main living room and relining of the living room chimney (2024), new high efficiency real flame glass front gas fire to drawing room (2023), amongst other repairs and improvements. 

There are outdoor light strings around the balcony and also along the main path going down the garden, creating an amazing space to relax and unwind in the evenings, or to sit out and watch the sunrise and nature in the fields while having a morning coffee from the bedroom balcony.

The property strikes a careful balance between retaining character and original features, while creating a comfortable home environment. The property has double glazing throughout and efficient gas central heating supplied via a combi boiler located in the cellar.

The property may benefit from further improvements over time, including new carpets / flooring and decorative works to some of the rooms. The property has been priced realistically to reflect the potential for further improvement works and the opportunity for the next owner to add their own stamp to the property, with the vendors inviting offers in excess of £425,000.