Akila

About this property

Greenfield 2 miles. Akila is a charming, Edwardian house resting in the hamlet of Grasscroft near Greenfield. With easy access to the Peak District National Park and amenities close by, it is an ideal base for friends or a family looking for a base in Greater Manchester. Enter into a porch with boot storage, before discovering a light and airy sitting room with an open fire and bay windows, and opposite you will find a snug with a daybed for when you need to break away from the group. Cook up a storm in the kitchen/diner, making hearty meals using the ample amenities, before enjoying a hearty meal at the dining table, or alternatively head out into the formal dining room and enjoy your meal in a space filled with natural light, complemented by a bottle of fizz. On the ground floor there are three bedrooms, two doubles and a king-size with a TV and en-suite bathroom, serviced by a cloakroom and shower room, and here there is also a handy utility. Upstairs you will find a landing with table and chairs, fridge, and microwave, plus two further bedrooms, a single and a double providing plenty of space to rest. When the sun is shining, head out into the garden and make the most of the large garden space, dining alfresco or relaxing in the summerhouse with a good book. Head over to Greenfield for a convenience store and selection of pubs, and there is a variety of eateries, pubs, and shops in Oldham. At Saddleworth you will find a golf course, museum, and there is also the option of the idyllic walk around Dovestone Edge and Dovestone Reservoir. The property has access to the bustling city of Manchester via a local train station, where there are shopping opportunities, museums, galleries, and bars to choose from. With great access to the Peak District National Park, discover a great many walks, mountain biking trails, and birdwatching opportunities at sites including The Roaches, Dovedale, Three Shires Head, and Thor’s Cave. There is only a short drive St. Anne's Church in Lydgate, a historical treasure steeped in charm and tranquillity, it stands as a picturesque and timeless wedding venue, nestled in the heart of the quaint village, this 14th-century architectural gem boasts stunning stained glass windows, intricate stonework, and a serene atmosphere that creates the perfect backdrop for a romantic ceremony.

Greenfield is one of seven villages nestling amongst the 18,000 acres of moorland hills, open fields and scenic valleys that comprise the Saddleworth area. These Pennine villages have a wool spinning and agricultural heritage dating back to the Industrial Revolution, but today Saddleworth has evolved into an attractive South Pennine and Peak District National Park area with breathtaking views and glorious stone-built buildings. Greenfield is a thriving little village with a good range of amenities, and well placed to explore the South Pennine region. Greenfield has Saddleworth’s largest park in Churchill Playing Fields, which includes a skateboard park and tennis courts. It also has the canal marina and Saddleworth’s train station, which is an extremely popular stopping off point on the ‘Real Ale Rail Trail’ and offers easy access into Manchester for a city visit. Live entertainment at local pubs includes folk, rock, jazz and classical guitar concerts, and the ‘Off the Rails’ comedy club.

Saddleworth is home to a wide range of festivals and community events, the most famous of which is the Whit Friday Band contest, which attracts the UK’s and Europe’s top brass bands and was the backdrop to the film ‘Brassed Off’. Another well loved film ‘Yanks’ was set in Saddleworth and is also commemorated by a major weekend festival.

Almost every weekend features a visitor attraction, be it a canal festival, vintage car rally, the Saddleworth Rushcart procession, real ale festival, morris dancing competition or the well regarded Farmer’s Market. Nearby attractions include Dovestones Reservoir for boating and walks, and the Castleshaw Valley with an interpretation trail for a Roman fort, the highest of a series built on the Roman military road from Chester to York.

Accommodation

Five bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x single, 1 x ground-floor king-size with TV and en-suite bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 2 x ground-floor double.

Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC.

Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Utility.

Landing with dining table, fridge, and microwave.

Dining room With Smart TV.

Sitting room with open fire.

Snug with daybed and gas fire

Gas central heating.

Electric oven, induction hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, wine cooler, coffee maker, kettle, toaster.

2 x Smart TV, WiFi, selection of books.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking for 5 cars, with EV charging point.

Front non-enclosed garden with summerhouse, lawn, and furniture, plus rear enclosed courtyard with furniture.

Two well behaved dogs allowed.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.8 miles, pub 0.3 miles.

Note: Upstairs bedrooms have limited headlight and low doorways