Lockwood Road
Rotherham, Goldthorpe
guide price
£490,000
Tenure: Freehold
Ref: MXB119843
- Remarkable former nunnery rich in history & character - set within approximately 0.49 acres of grounds
- 10/11 bedrooms offering exceptional scale and flexibility
- Vast internal accommodation arranged over two expansive floors
- Incredible potential for bespoke living or alternative uses (stpp)
- Striking architectural features, including historic elements throughout
- Unique and rarely available landmark building
- One-of-a-kind opportunity to create a truly extraordinary property
- Popular location - excellently placed for amenities, schools, shops & transport links read more show less
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LIVING ON A PRAYER! A rare converted former nunnery offering 10/11 bedrooms & extraordinary internal space, set within approx. 0.49 acres. A landmark building full of character and history, presenting incredible potential for a variety of uses and layouts.
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Council Tax Band: E
Tenure: Freehold
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£490,000-£510,000
A Landmark Residence of Scale, Character & Opportunity
Set within a generous 0.49-acre plot (approx) & tucked away in a well-connected location, this remarkable former nunnery presents a rare & exciting opportunity to acquire a truly individual property of outstanding size & versatility.
Originally created to serve a large community, the building has been thoughtfully converted & now offers 10/11 bedrooms arranged over 2 expansive floors, with extensive internal space that lends itself to a wide range of uses. The layout provides an exceptional level of flexibility, making the property suitable for a substantial private residence, multi-generational living, or alternative ventures such as party houses / air b&b's etc -subject to the appropriate consents.
Vast & impressive accommodation, with generously proportioned rooms throughout, high ceilings & a sense of scale rarely found in modern builds. The former chapel remains a striking focal point, adding architectural interest & historic charm, while offering further scope for adaptation or enhancement.
Ideally positioned for everyday convenience, with schools, amenities, transport links & shops within close proximity.
Improvements have been made to parts of the property, allowing a purchaser to build upon existing updates while fully realising the immense potential on offer.
Homes of this size, history & adaptability are exceptionally rare to the market. An internal viewing is essential!
To the front of the property is an extensive driveway which provides plenty of off street parking space, and is gated to enclosed the whole of the property. The driveway also leads up to the double garage- both of which provide additional off street parking space.
To the front/side & rear are lovely & generous sized 'wrap around' lawned garden - being perfect for family & guest entertainment! The garden also benefits from a garden room!
Located in the middle of the property is an enclosed courtyard area. Perfect for alfresco teas & family entertainment!
A Landmark Residence of Scale, Character & Opportunity
Set within a generous 0.49-acre plot (approx) & tucked away in a well-connected location, this remarkable former nunnery presents a rare & exciting opportunity to acquire a truly individual property of outstanding size & versatility.
Originally created to serve a large community, the building has been thoughtfully converted & now offers 10/11 bedrooms arranged over 2 expansive floors, with extensive internal space that lends itself to a wide range of uses. The layout provides an exceptional level of flexibility, making the property suitable for a substantial private residence, multi-generational living, or alternative ventures such as party houses / air b&b's etc -subject to the appropriate consents.
Vast & impressive accommodation, with generously proportioned rooms throughout, high ceilings & a sense of scale rarely found in modern builds. The former chapel remains a striking focal point, adding architectural interest & historic charm, while offering further scope for adaptation or enhancement.
Ideally positioned for everyday convenience, with schools, amenities, transport links & shops within close proximity.
Improvements have been made to parts of the property, allowing a purchaser to build upon existing updates while fully realising the immense potential on offer.
Homes of this size, history & adaptability are exceptionally rare to the market. An internal viewing is essential!
Ground Floor:
Entrance Porch
The entrance porch has a composite entrance door to the front and a UPVC double glazed window to the side. Double doors provide access through to the entrance hallway.Entrance Hallway
An impressive entrance hallway which comprises of a central heating radiator and a useful storage cupboard. Stairs provide access to the first floor.Downstairs W.C 1
Located off the entrance hallway. Fitted with a W.C, a hand wash basin and a UPVC double glazed window to the side.Lounge
An extensive & impressive sized living & family area which is presented three UPVC double glazed window to the front, a central heating radiator and a lovely coal log fire. The room has wooden flooring throughout and opens up into the dining room.Dining Room
The dining room is presented with a central heating radiator and two UPVC double glazed windows and french doors leading to the rear.Kitchen
This delightful kitchen has been fitted with a range of wall and base units with co-ordinating work surfaces housing the inset sink and drainer unit. Also having space for a cooker with a cooker hood above & a fridge/freezer, an integrated dishwasher, a central heating radiator and three UPVC double glazed windows.Pantry
Having a UPVC double glazed window to the side.Utility Room 1
Fitted with base units, space for a washing machine & a dryer, and a UPVC double glazed window to the side.Utility Room 2
The utility room has a range of wall and base units with an inset sink and drainer unit and a rear facing UPVC double glazed window.Chapel
The chapel has 3 central heating radiator, x2 useful storage cupboards both with UPVC double glazed windows to the side, and one has a door leading outside), 7 UPVC double glazed windows and a door to the courtyard.Study
A lovely study space which is located off of the chapel. The room has a central heating radiator and two UPVC double glazed windows.Side Entrance
Having a composite door and two central heating radiators. A door leads to a separate side entrance which has a door leading to the garden and a separate door to the courtyard.Boiler Room
Having a water tank, 2 boilers, a UPVC double glazed window and a door leading outside.Downstairs W.C 2
Located off the side entrance. Fitted with a W.C & a UPVC double glazed window to the side.Downstairs Shower Room 1
Located off the side entrance. Fitted with a shower cubicle, a hand wash basin and a UPVC double glazed window to the side.Hallway- Off The Entrance Hall
Having two UPVC double glazed windows to the side, patio doors leading to the courtyard.Downstairs Shower Room 2
Located off the hallway. Comprises of a shower cubicle and a storage cupboard. Separate doors lead to the W.C & the bathroom.Downstairs W.C 3
Located via shower room 2. Fitted with a W.C, a hand wash basin and a UPVC double glazed window to the side.Downstairs Bathroom
Fitted with a bath and a UPVC double glazed window to the side.Bedroom One
A delightful front facing bedroom which boasts a generous sized fitted wardrobes, a central heating radiator and a UPVC double glazed window to the front. A door leads through to the en-suite.En-Suite Bathroom
Fitted with a bath, a W.C & hand wash basin, a central heating radiator and two UPVC double glazed windows (one to the front and one to the side).Bedroom Two
A front facing bedroom which has a central heating radiator and a two UPVC double glazed windows to the front.Bedroom Eight
Presented with a central heating radiator, fitted wardrobes and a UPVC double glazed window to the side.Bedroom Nine
Presented with a central heating radiator, fitted wardrobes and a UPVC double glazed window to the side.Bedroom Ten
Presented with a central heating radiator, fitted wardrobes and a UPVC double glazed window to the side.1st Floor:
Landing
Having two UPVC double glazed windows and 5 useful storage cupboards.Bedroom Three
A delightful front facing bedroom which boasts a generous fitted wardrobes, a central heating radiator and a Juliet balcony and UPVC double glazed window to the front.Bedroom Four
A rear facing bedroom which has a central heating radiator, fitted wardrobes and a UPVC double glazed window to the rear.Bedroom Five
A rear facing bedroom which has a central heating radiator, fitted wardrobes and a UPVC double glazed window to the rear.Bedroom Six
Presented with a central heating radiator, fitted wardrobes and a UPVC double glazed window to the side.Bedroom Seven
A rear facing bedroom which has a central heating radiator, fitted wardrobes and a UPVC double glazed window to the rear.Workshop
A versatile room which is set up as a useful workshop.Bathroom 2
The bathroom comprises of a bath, a hand wash basin, a central heating radiator and a UPVC double glazed window to the front.Upstairs W.C
Fitted with a W.C and a UPVC double glazed window to the side.Exterior:
Standing proudly on this ample plot!To the front of the property is an extensive driveway which provides plenty of off street parking space, and is gated to enclosed the whole of the property. The driveway also leads up to the double garage- both of which provide additional off street parking space.
To the front/side & rear are lovely & generous sized 'wrap around' lawned garden - being perfect for family & guest entertainment! The garden also benefits from a garden room!
Located in the middle of the property is an enclosed courtyard area. Perfect for alfresco teas & family entertainment!
Garden Room
Having two separate doors for access. A versatile outside room.Double Garage
Having power & light, and an electric door to the front.
Utilities, rights & restrictions
Utility supply:
- Electric Mains Supply
- Water Mains Supply
- Heating Gas Central
- Broadband FTTP
- Sewerage Mains Supply
Rights and restrictions:
- Private rights of way No
- Public rights of way No
- Listed property No
- Restrictions No
Risks:
- Flooded in last 5 years No
- Flood defences Ask agent
- Source of flood Ask agent
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**The 4.19% annual interest rate is based on the Connells Group average mortgage interest rate taken from this year YTD and is correct as at 17/03/2026.
Any fees payable will be explained in your initial no-obligation appointment, before you choose whether to use our Mortgage Services.
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