Property description
In previous years one of the former owners obtained planning permission for the construction of a detached dwelling house in the rear portion of the garden. The proposed access was via the service road to the right hand side of Maldon Lodge. Planning permission lapsed some time ago but there many be an opportunity to re-explore this option.
ACCOMMODATION
GLAZED ENTRANCE PORCH
Timber and glazed door leading into:
RECEPTION HALL - 13' 0'' x 12' 3'' (3.95m x 3.73m)
A charming and inviting hall finished in a period style, return spindle staircase to first floor with decorative newel posts, exposed beams to the ceiling, radiator.
CLOAKROOM & WC
Original WC with high canter levered flush, vanity unit with inset wash basin, wall light points, tiled floor, window.
DRAWING ROOM - 25' 0'' x 14' 9'' (7.62m x 4.49m)
A fabulous room with double aspect leaded light glazing including an impressive full height Mullion window overlooking the rear courtyard and garden incorporating French doors for access. Original stone fireplace, detailed carved wording, cast iron stove and red glazed tiles to the hearth, stripped and varnished floor boards, radiator, deep skirting boards, picture rail, panelled ceiling, several radiators and a central support joist providing character and charm.
FORMAL DINING ROOM - 18' 3'' x 11' 11'' (5.57m x 3.64m)
An elegant room, sash windows with charming marble fire surround with arched head cast iron grate and raised fender, radiator, stripped and varnished floor boards, wall light points, picture rail, coved ceiling and ceiling rose, storage cupboard.
INNER HALL
Tiled floor.
FAMILY DINING KITCHEN (in two parts & over two levels) - 12' 4'' x 11' 11'' (3.76m x 3.64m) plus 14' 1'' x 6' 7'' (4.28m x 2.01m)
Kitchen Area: Forming a traditional kitchen with an arrangement of base, wall and drawer units, tiled work surfaces incorporating a 11/2 bowl stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, built-in double oven and hob, tiled floor.Dining Area: Having a window providing borrowed light to the hall, French door onto garden, single door onto garden. Double glazed Velux roof light.
LAUNDRY & UTILITY ROOM - 19' 3'' x 7' 3'' (5.86m x 2.22m)
Base, wall and drawer units, glazed display cabinets, work surfaces incorporating a Belfast sink unit, plumbing for washing machine, radiator, walk-in cupboard, gas fired boiler, window.
OFFICE - 12' 5'' x 4' 4'' at mid point (3.79m x 1.33m)
Radiator, window. Accessed from the main hall is a cellar with a built-in sauna area.
FIRST FLOOR
GALLERIED LANDING
Elegant and charming galleried landing with spindle balustrade, radiator, laminate floor. Open to a first floor sun lounge.
SUN LOUNGE
Windows overlooking garden, radiator.
BATHROOM - 7' 6'' x 6' 10'' (2.28m x 2.09m)
Panelled bath, low level WC, wash basin incorporating a vanity unit, fully tiled walls, tiled floor, radiator, stainless glass window.
MASTER BEDROOM 1 - 18' 5'' x 14' 10'' (5.62m x 4.51m)
Sash window, feature fire surround with cast iron grate, laminate floor, radiator, wall light points, coved ceiling, built-in wardrobe.
EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM - 8' 1'' x 7' 5'' (2.47m x 2.26m)
Step-in shower enclosure, vanity unit with inset wash basin, close coupled WC, radiator, fully tiled walls, tiled floor, window.
BEDROOM 2 - 15' 1'' x 14' 10'' (4.61m x 4.51m)
Sash window, laminate floor, fireplace deep skirting boards, attractive and beautiful fire surround with cast iron grate, built-in linen cupboard.
BEDROOM 3 - 15' 1'' x 10' 4'' (4.61m x 3.15m)
Sash window overlooking the garden, wall light points, concealed staircase leading to former servant quarters', also accessible from the landing.
BEDROOM 4 - 15' 11'' x 12' 6'' (4.85m x 3.8m)
Twin sash windows, radiator, fireplace with cast iron grate, built-in wardrobe.
BEDROOM 5 - 10' 7'' x 9' 3'' (3.23m x 2.82m)
Sash window, radiator, stripped and varnished floor boards.
FORMER SERVANTS QUARTERS/ADDITIONAL ATTIC ROOMS
ROOM 1 - 16' 11'' x 7' 5'' (5.16m x 2.26m)
Sloping ceiling, window, further eaves storage.
ROOM 2
Exposed purlin, lighting.
OUTSIDE
The gardens are a key feature of the property and offer two sets of decorative iron gates leading to the side courtyard and driveway. There is a substantial cobbled area providing courtyard space and ample parking facilities. A coachouse is situated to the right hand side of the garden with twin doors allowing access. A further gate provides access to the service road situated to the right hand side of the property. The gardens are beautiful, extensive and mature. Areas of lawn are broken by mature trees and shrubs set into deep surrounding borders with interconnecting walkways, patios with terraces and pergolars. Further areas of lawn are again surrounded by patios trees and shrubs. The rear portion of the garden as previously mentioned was granted planning permission in previous years to the construction of a detached dwelling, however this lapsed sometime ago.
ACCESS SERVICE ROAD
Access via twin gates directly from Woolton Road.
Property Features :
- A Detached, Cottage Style House
- A Rare Opportunity To Acquire A Character Residence
- Entrance Porch & Reception Hall
- Cloakroom
- Lounge & Dining Room