Property description
A wonderful 3 bedroom detached cottage originally built circa 1879 and renovated throughout by the current owners. Situated in a rural location with a long private drive and lots of parking and turning space. The windows and boiler have been replaced in the last two years. Lots of high specification fittings such as solid oak flooring, slate patios etc.
Lounge - 17' 9'' x 14' 5 (5.4m x 4.39m) max
Large gas log-burner style fire set into brick inglenook, oak flooring, original beams including smaller ones to the ceiling with large chunky one to the centre. Windows to front and rear, stairs to first floor and french doors to conservatory.
Sunroom - 11' 2'' x 15' 10 (3.4m x 4.82m)
Delightful addition to the cottage with 1/3 brick wall, 2/3 glazed conservatory and timber ceiling, oak flooring, air conditioning and radiators ensure all year round useage. French doors to the slate patio.
Kitchen - 17' 8'' x 13' 10 (5.39m x 4.22m)
Featuring a range of birch wood and oak wall, base and drawer units with complimentary worktops, island unit with oak worktop. Built in double oven and microwave, double Belfast sink with mixer tap over, quarry tiled floor, plenty of space for table and chairs, windows to front and rear, original chimney breast with brick built arch edging currently housing the integrated dishwasher. 5 ring gas hob with stainless chimney extractor over, tiled splash back, integrated wine fridge, worcester combi boiler. Oak stable door to the slate patio, space for american style fridge/freezer,
Stairs and landing
The stairs to the first floor go up from the rear of the lounge to the landing with oak flooring. There are 5 wood doors opening into the 3 bedrooms, bathroom and a walk in storage cupboard. The attic has a loft ladder and the whole attic has been timer clad and is currently used as storage, however there is potential to create an attic room subject to any necessary planning and building regulations.
Master bedroom - 13' 11'' x 11' 1 (4.23m x 3.39m) max
Double bedroom with oak flooring and window to front.
Bedroom 2 - 10' 2'' x 10' 6 (3.11m x 3.19m) max
Double bedroom, oak flooring, window to front.
Bedroom 3 - 14' 2'' x 6' 11 (4.32m x 2.11m)
Oak flooring and window to rear with clear countryside views.
Bathroom - 10' 10'' x 6' 4 (3.3m x 1.92m)
3 piece suite with double ended roll bath with claw feet and cross top central taps which has a shower attachment. Solid oak flooring, fully tiled walls, toilet and 1200mm width shower cubicle with Mira electric shower over. Beautiful views over open countryside.
Gardens
The property is approached via a long slate chipped drive which opens near the cottage to offer parking and turning for numerous vehicles. Adjacent to the front and side of the cottage are very attractive slate slabbed patios, with a contemporary rectangular pond/water feature. There are also lawns and gravelled areas with a well maintained hedge to the side of the driveway. To the rear of the property there is open farmland. At the top of the garden just beyond the cottage are two timber stores one is a fully insulated cabin with french doors, currently being used as a home office with a phone and broadband internet. This cabin also has a sauna and shower so can easily be converted into a fitness suite if preferred., The other is also fully insulated but is currently used as a store.
Additional Information
*No Chain *Access to excellent junior school in the village of Eyton, and on the bus route for Penley school for children over 11 which has and excellent reputation.*15 minutes from Chester on the near by A483*Advantage gained by moving into Wales- Heavily subsidised university fees, free prescriptions and free bus pass for the over 60's to name a few* Views over open countryside*Full access to and use of and adjoining peice of land that has been maintained but not owned by the current owners for the last 12 years. It is being used as a large lawn area with BBQ area and includes a large greenhouse and 9m x 5m insulated timber structure.*LPG gas and septic tank
Property Features :
- Wonderful character 3 bed detached cottage with long private drive
- Built circa 1879 recently upgraded throughout
- Oak flooring or quarry tiles throughout
- Fully insulated timber home office with sauna and shower
- Variety of outdoor areas incl BBQ and beautiful lawns