Listed for £270,000
February 25, 2026
Sold for £192,500
2022
Sold for £187,500
2008
Sold for £69,500
1998
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Step Outside
Set within the communal grounds, there is a shared courtyard garden, mainly laid to lawn and interspersed with paved pathways. Established planting softens the space and brings seasonal colour, creating an atmosphere that feels both communal and relaxed. To the front, a small stone terrace offers a more private place to sit out, furnished with a café-style table and chairs, ideal for morning coffee or an evening drink. To the rear, a further seating area provides a peaceful spot beside a small pond, with a table and chairs set on a pebbled surface. Practicality is well considered, with a carport providing covered parking, alongside shared outdoor storage.
Out and About
With Newmillerdam Country Park's woodland and lakeside trails nearby, and the Yorkshire Sculpture Park within easy reach, there's no shortage of fresh-air escapes and inspiring days out. The surrounding lanes and footpaths make it particularly appealing for walkers, cyclists and anyone who enjoys time outdoors.
Day-to-day life is equally well served, with Capri restaurant and a choice of cosy local pubs close at hand. A strong village spirit shines through in the active village hall and church, while a nearby golf course adds to the mix of leisure options.
Despite its rural feel, connections are excellent: Wakefield and Leeds are readily accessible by road and rail, and the M1 is close enough for convenience while remaining sufficiently distant to keep the setting peaceful.
Full of character and warmth, The Cowshed provides a calm and welcoming retreat, offering a distinctive village home where outdoor living and everyday comfort sit beautifully together, within a setting that honours its historic past while embracing modern life.
Useful to know
Fully double glazed throughout
Mains water and drainage
Freehold
Grade II Listed Building
Wakefield City Council
Council Tax Band: C
Restrictions: Listed building, Conservation area, Restrictive covenants
£75 annual charge for the upkeep of communal lawn spaces.
Restrictive covenant in relation to drainage - "Not to do or allow to be done upon the property anything which may damage or interfere with any drainage system for the time being laid through or under the land thereby conveyed. Maintain in good repair and condition any part of any such drainage system serving only the property hereby conveyed, and not make any addition to any existing drainage system without the consent."