Property description
The wonderful photographs say it all! This substantial property, arranged on three levels, provides an adaptable layout and could quite easily incorporate a self contained annexe for a dependant relative if required. The current owners, whilst updating and modernising the farmhouse, have thoughtfully retained much of the original character, including beams and inglenook fireplaces.It occupies a substantial plot with beautifully landscaped grounds, extending down into a dramatic backdrop with 3 natural wildlife ponds. A range of useful outbuildings include garaging, workshops and a self-contained office; ideal for those working from home. Approached off a tranquil lane with superb nearby rolling countryside, it is located close to the Shropshire/Cheshire border and is in a very convenient location about one mile to the east of Whitchurch. Whitchurch itself is an historic market town, offering an excellent range of retail, commercial and leisure services, and good schools, including the highly regarded White House Primary School. It is also well placed for commuters, with the A41 linking to the M54, the M6 and Birmingham to the south, and Chester to the north.
GROUND FLOOR
Reception Hall - 21' 0'' x 11' 5'' (6.40m x 3.48m)
A spacious main entrance and virtually an additional reception room in itself. Staircase to first floor. Beamed ceiling.
Sitting Room - 17' 0'' x 15' 6'' (5.18m x 4.72m)
Exposed brick inglenook fireplace, open grate and cast iron canopy above. Beamed ceiling and exposed wall beams.
Conservatory - 12' 7'' x 9' 0'' (3.83m x 2.74m)
Dining Room - 18' 0'' x 11' 1'' (5.48m x 3.38m)
Side facing double glazed window, 2 wall light points, french double doors to rear garden, woodstrip floor and double radiator.
Games Room - 18' 0'' x 11' 1'' (5.48m x 3.38m)
A room for the boys! Timber panelled bar with matching counter. Currently used for Pool, darts, watching TV and most importantly, having fun.
Rear Hall
Farmhouse Style Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 21' 8'' x 16' 5'' (6.60m x 5.00m)
The hub of the house and a wonderful place to be. This is a large room, the breakfast area having an inglenook fireplace with log burning stove and comfortably having space for a table and 6 chairs, with ample room to spare. The kitchen section was refitted in 2012 by Magnet. No expense has been spared here. There is an extensive range of solid granite work tops with oak faced units and wall cupboards, plus a matching island unit. Clever touches include a hidden bin storage system and appliances include a large Rangemaster cooker with ceramic hot plates having ovens and a grill below. There is an integral dish washer too.
Utility Room - 12' 9'' x 7' 6'' (3.88m x 2.28m)
Full length work top with drawers, cupboards and plumbing for washer and vent for tumble dryer.
Cloakroom - 7' 1'' x 3' 3'' (2.16m x 0.99m)
White fittings including wash basin and WC.
Enclosed Rear Porch/Boot Room
Gymnasium - 13' 2'' x 12' 4'' (4.01m x 3.76m)
Ample space for gym equipment and providing good space for a work out. TV point.
LOWER GROUND FLOOR
Hobbies/Play Room - 15' 7'' x 10' 6'' (4.75m x 3.20m)
Floor to ceiling height 5' 10\" and includes a fire escape window. An unexpected find and an ideal haven, especially for children.
Study Area - 10' 5'' x 4' 3'' (3.17m x 1.29m)
Ceiling height 4' 5\" - definitely for children!
FIRST FLOOR
Spacious Landing/Cinema Room - 15' 5'' x 12' 1'' (4.70m x 3.68m)
Currently used as a relaxing TV/Sitting Room, but could easily be partitioned to allow for a further bedroom if required.
Family Bathroom - 15' 10'' x 8' 9'' (4.82m x 2.66m)
A spacious room with spa bath. Refitted with white suite and complimentary wall tiles. Even includes a self contained sauna unit with digital display, radio and speakers.
Bedroom 4 - 15' 3'' x 7' 6'' (4.64m x 2.28m)
Side and rear facing double glazed windows. Radiator.
Inner Landing
Master Bedroom - 16' 11'' x 11' 9'' (5.15m x 3.58m)
With walk-in wardrobe 8' 3\" x 6' 10\" (2.51m x 2.08m}
En-Suite Dressing Room - 7' 9'' x 5' 2'' (2.36m x 1.57m)
With dressing table and fitted wardrobes and leading to:-
Bedroom 3 - 13' 1'' min x 11' 5'' (3.98m min x 3.48m)
Second Landing
Bedroom 2 - 13' 10'' max x 11' 5'' (4.21m max x 3.48m)
An ideal guest bedroom with virtual en-suite shower room off the landing.
Shower Room - 8' 0'' x 4' 0'' (2.44m x 1.22m)
Rear facing window, fully tiled shower cubicle with electric shower unit, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Fully tiled walls and chrome towel rail/radiator.
OUTSIDE
The front of the cottage has a gravel forecourt with off road parking. However, it is likely that most vehicles will access the property via the side courtyard, through double gates and providing access to the garages and office.To the rear of the property there is a raised timber seating area with well stocked colourful borders and this in turn leads down onto the formal lawned rear garden with ornamental fish pond and waterfall feature. A rustic arbor leads through to the productive vegetable plot with gated access through to the lovely open grounds with 3 beautiful wild life ponds with coarse fish, aquatic plants, lilies and lawns with Weeping Willows and other mature trees, screening the property from the road. Brick built tractor store. To the opposite side, there is a further section of garden with gated vehicular access from the lane to the front of the property. In addition, there is also a caged fruit garden with aluminium greenhouse.
Office - 13' 10'' x 13' 3'' (4.21m x 4.04m)
An absolute must for home workers. Self contained and separate from the main house, ensuring maximum privacy and a pleasant working environment.
Double Garage - 25' 10'' x 19' 9'' (7.87m x 6.02m)
Open fronted. Lights and power.
Adjacent Single Garage - 20' 5'' x 12' 9'' (6.22m x 3.88m)
Open fronted. Lights and power.
Services
Mains water and electricity. Septic tank drainage.
Central Heating
Oil fired central heating boiler supplies the radiators and domestic hot water.
En-Suite Shower Room - 8' 3'' x 6' 10'' (2.51m x 2.08m)
Including bidet and WC.
Property Features :
- Unexpectedly Spacious Detached Farmhouse
- Range of Outbuildings Including Office
- Large Plot With Landscaped Grounds
- Adaptable Accommodation/Scope for Annexe
- 4 Bedrooms & 3 Reception Rooms