Jaw Hill House, Batley Road, Kirkhamgate, Wakefield

Iconically named and impressively situated, discover an imposing yet homely rural refuge on the leafy fringes of the quaint Yorkshire village of Kirkhamgate, at Jaw Hill House.

Within easy reach of local schools and commuter links, the proud period frontage of Jaw Hill House presides over the surrounding countryside from its elevated position off Batley Road.

Elevated views

Built in 1894, this handsome Victorian home underwent a full programme of refurbishment when purchased by its current owners with the summer house added in 2018, retaining its period character whilst ensuring Jaw Hill House flows and functions seamlessly for modern family living.

Manual wooden gates open to the large tarmac and block paved driveway, where ample parking for four cars is available in addition to a double garage with electric door.

Make your way to the gabled front door, which opens into a characterful entrance hallway, where oak flooring flows out underfoot and the homely heritage of the property can be felt in the exposed brick and high ceiling.

Characterful features

Perfectly positioned to the front of the home, through the door on the right, sneak a peek at the study. With wooden flooring underfoot, the peaceful study is the ideal spot for those working from home, with views out, through two windows, over the comings and goings of delivery drivers to the front, and plenty of storage in the fitted cabinetry.

Wine and dine in the formal dining room across the hallway on the left, where light streams in through a large window to the front and another window to the side. Overhead, elegant cornicing skirts the high ceiling, whilst tall skirtings again infuse that period sense of sophistication.

Perfect for gathering the family at special occasions and Christmas, the dining room also flows on to the conservatory, through wooden double doors.

Stone tiles feature underfoot, as light streams in through windows above and to the sides. Ideal for socialising and soaking up the sunshine, the conservatory also offers instant access out to the elevated patio terrace overlooking the rear garden.

Spacious living

A home with fantastic flow, the conservatory opens to the sitting room, a sublime and spacious room, where authentic oak flooring extends underfoot and warmth emanates from a fire, nestled within a stone surround. A relaxing room, beautifully illuminated courtesy of a broad bay window overlooking the private front garden, snuggle up with a cocoa on winter evenings in comfort and warmth.

Returning to the entrance hall via an elegant carved arched doorway, make your way across and into the kitchen, a sociable hub of the home.

Traditionally furnished with an abundance of wooden cabinets and drawers, storage is plentiful, whilst Karndean flooring features underfoot. With an array of mostly Miele appliances on hand, cook up a feast for family and friends; appliances include an oven, induction hob, extractor fan, sink, coffee machine and microwave. Dine casually at the breakfast bar seating on the central island.

Tucked off the kitchen, further storage awaits in the utility room, also featuring a fridge, freezer, Belfast sink and washing machine and tumble dryer. The utility room also provides access through to the double garage.

And so to bed...

From the entrance hall, ascend the carpeted, bifurcated staircase to the first-floor landing, turning left to arrive at a large, light-filled bedroom, with views out over the garden at the side and rear and valley beyond. With plenty of space for a double bed, built-in wardrobes provide ample storage for clothes and accessories.

Next door, shimmering Laura Ashley wallpaper adorns the feature wall of a second double bedroom, cosily carpeted underfoot and with views out over the front and side gardens. Fitted furniture affords ample storage.

Back on the landing, discover built-in storage beyond a door to the left of this bedroom, before continuing ahead to arrive at the principal suite directly ahead.

Spacious, light, bright and airy, this bountiful bedroom offers elevated views out over the garden and Yorkshire countryside; best appreciated from the balcony, where there is space for a bistro table and chairs. Plenty of storage can be found in the fitted wardrobes.

Refresh and revive in the ensuite with centrally filling bath containing shower, wash basin and WC.

A further double bedroom also awaits, brimming with light, and featuring built-in storage, with far reaching views out over the valley and garden through windows to two sides.

Back on the landing, the spacious family bathroom features a corner bath, WC, wash basin and separate shower.

Entertain outdoors

Soak up the sunshine on the stone patio outside the conservatory or follow the paved path to the rear patio.

Enveloped in mature hedging, this perfectly private garden is safe and secure for children and pets, with plenty of lawn for games and fun.

Alongside a soothing water feature there is also a handy and robust brick-built storage shed for garden equipment that even features a useful gardener's loo.

Entertain all year in the sublime summer house, an impressive and versatile addition to the garden, with bifolding doors, currently set up for leisure purposes featuring a built-in bar and space for a gym.

With its own private shower room, this sophisticated space could also serve as additional living accommodation for dependent relatives or be utilised as a work from home business space.

Out and about

Conveniently located with easy access to local amenities, just a short walk down from Jaw Hill House, discover the delights of Kirkhamgate.

A friendly village, dine out at the Star Inn, while outdoor enthusiasts can take advantage of the many pleasant country walks leading into the village or out towards Gawthorpe and West Ardsley.

Culture lovers can also pay a visit to the Hepworth Gallery or stroll the pathways of the iconic Yorkshire Sculpture Park nearby.

The village also has a convenience store and a sandwich shop for everyday needs.

Families are well served by excellent local schools including the nearby village primary school and independent schools including Wakefield Girls High, Silcoates and QEGS.

Well-connected for commuters, those travelling to work can access the M1 and M62 motorways nearby and train services from Wakefield Westgate.

A handsome, warm and welcoming home full of character, Jaw Hill House is a spacious family home, in a sought-after setting, with plenty of scope to adapt to your own family's needs.

Useful to know...

Mains water
LPG fuel
Double glazed throughout
Fully central heated
Leeds City Council

(Please note that photographs of the lounge have been digitally altered to show how they might look with free standing furniture. All flooring, decoration, fixtures and fittings are accurately depicted).


Council Tax Band: C
Tenure: Freehold