An old cottage in Oldham is getting a makeover to become a holiday let. The plan aims to revive the historic building while boosting local tourism.
Oldham: A Grade II-listed cottage is about to get a new life. This place has been sitting empty for years and is in pretty rough shape.
Located on Ridge Lane in Saddleworth, the cottage is over 120 years old. It might soon be transformed into a holiday let for six people, thanks to planning permission from Oldham Council.
The developer, Mr. A Coldwell, wants to rescue this historic home. It’s part of a group of cottages called Thurstons, just outside Diggle.
The cottage has a lovely view of green fields and the Peak District. But it’s been vacant for so long that it’s now in a derelict state. The roof has partially collapsed, and water is getting in.
A planning report by Caroline Tamworth highlights the building’s issues. She noted that the cottage is uninhabitable right now, but the developer is ready to invest a lot to fix it up.
The renovation plans are extensive. They include repairing the roof, changing the layout inside, and replacing old windows and doors with better-insulated ones.
Even though Saddleworth Parish Council opposed the application, saying it would lose a family home, Oldham councillors disagreed. They believe the cottage isn’t suitable for residential living due to limited outdoor space.
Planning officer Sophie Leech mentioned that the new use would help bring the building back to life and support local tourism. She also stated that only six people would be allowed to stay there.
Some locals raised concerns about parking and traffic safety. However, the report concluded that the impact would be similar to that of a regular home.
