Property description
THE WHITE HOUSE: A fine, part sixteenth century, exceptionally well preserved and thoughtfully extended Grade II Listed residence of considerable character and charm. The three-bedroomed detached property in nestled in a most delightfully mature and exceptionally well laid out southerly-facing rear garden offering a high degree of privacy and including a secluded sunken garden, informal wooded area, mature hedges and an abundance of fine shrubs. The well-proportioned cottage boasts a total site of one half acre or thereabouts with road frontage of over 100 feet. A marvellous opportunity to acquire a listed home set into the heart of this popular village. Viewing is most enthusiastically recommended!
THE LOCATION
WESTON ON TRENT, some six miles south of Derby, is an attractive small village, pleasantly seated on the north-east bank of the River Trent - popular with local fishermen for barbel, roach, dace and the occasional pike. The Trent and Mersey canal is also close by. The local sailing club at nearby Swarkestone, (with excellent facilities for disabled members) can be reached by car within a few minutes. The village enjoys a good community spirit with several childrens' clubs, a village hall, the Tudor Weston Hall, the Church of St. Mary set away from the village in fields, and a local pub and restaurant all within the local area. There is easy access to the A50 and onwards to the M1 and M42 motorways. The property is a short stroll from the canal lock and towpath walks.
ABOUT THE LISTED COTTAGE
THE WHITE HOUSE: A fine, part sixteenth century, exceptionally well preserved and thoughtfully extended Grade II Listed residence of considerable character and charm. The three-bedroomed detached property in nestled in a most delightfully mature and exceptionally well laid out southerly-facing rear garden offering a high degree of privacy and including a secluded sunken garden, informal wooded area, mature hedges and an abundance of fine shrubs. The well-proportioned cottage boasts a total site of one half acre or thereabouts with road frontage of over 100 feet. A marvellous opportunity to acquire a listed home set into the heart of this popular village. Viewing is most enthusiastically recommended!
The front elevation of the house is a fine example of box frame structure of its period, with white finished walls which contrast with the black exposed timbers. Diamond leaded windows enhance the whole under a gabled tiled roof. The rear south elevation has a most charming appearance with leaded casement windows under twin roof gables and a built on porch in and black and white finish with diamond leaded glazed windows and a tile roof.
ACCOMMODATION IN BRIEF
The well-proportioned accommodation includes: an L-shaped hallway, a spacious cloakroom, most charming beamed 'L' shaped sitting room with dining area, inner lobby, a snug, good-sized breakfast kitchen with utility room, staircase with feature leaded stained glass side window, landing, three bedrooms and a bathroom with steam shower. All the blinds in the property are included in the sale. There is off-road parking for two cars.
ACCOMMODATION IN DETAIL
An oak panelled entrance to the front opens into the:
L-SHAPED HALL
With a period beamed ceiling, central heating radiator, diamond leaded frosted front window, wall light, attractive carved oak panelling to the lower wall, oak pelmet, exposed painted timberwork. Period oak doors to the sitting room / dining room, pantry and an open doorway to the snug. Door to the:
CLOAKROOM / W.C. - 7' 5'' x 5' 2'' (2.26m x 1.57m)
Comprising: a wall-hung corner wash hand basin and a low-flush toilet.
MOST CHARMING SITTING ROOM - 25' 4'' max x 18' 1'' max (7.72m x 5.51m)
(12' 4\" min by 11' 9\" min). A well proportioned sitting room with a dining area. The focal point of this room is the handsome open fireplace with brickette interior with antique heavily carved oak mantel, wood burner and fender. A fine beamed ceiling, four diamond leaded windows with secondary glazing to three sides and oak pelmets, wall lights and three central heating radiators.
Oak latched doors to the:
SOUTH FACING PORCH / SUN ROOM - 8' 7'' x 7' 1'' (2.61m x 2.16m)
A sun trap - currently used as a sunny place to sit and relax and admire the rear garden. With a vaulted ceiling and downlights, tiled floor, diamond leaded windows, and twin doors leading outside to the garden.
Returning to the hall, an oak panelled door to the:
UNDER-STAIRS PANTRY
With a thrall and light.
From the hall, an open doorway with curtain leads through to the:
SNUG / FAMILY ROOM / DINING ROOM - 14' 6'' max x 12' 4'' max (4.42m x 3.76m)
Currently used as a snug. With a wood fire surround with freestanding cast iron open grate with copper hood, resting on a quarry tiled hearth. Substantial beamed lintel with concealed lighting, exposed painted ceiling beams, central heating radiator, ceiling spotlights and a diamond leaded side window with secondary glazing. A period oak panelled door to the inner lobby and stairs to the first floor.
A period oak door to the:
MODERN BREAKFAST KITCHEN - 19' 2'' x 11' 0'' (5.84m x 3.35m)
A light and spacious room fitted with a range of base and drawer units and matching wall cupboards. There's a sink and drainer with mixer tap, a freestanding electric cooker with overhead extractor hood, roll-edged worktops and complementary tiled splashbacks. A central heating radiator, skirting fan heater, Xpelair extractor hood, beamed ceiling and a plate rack. Space and plumbing for a dishwasher and space for an American-style fridge/freezer (which is possibly available for sale by separate negotiation). Diamond leaded French doors leading outside into the rear garden.
A latched door to the:
UTILITY ROOM / SIDE ENTRANCE LOBBY - 15' 3'' x 4' 6'' (4.64m x 1.37m)
With space and plumbing for a washing machine. A floor-standing gas central heating boiler, tiled floor, roll-edged worktops, vaulted wood-clad ceiling and leaded windows to the side and rear aspects.
Returning to the snug/dining room, a period oak panelled door to the:
INNER LOBBY
With a feature leaded stained glass side window, oak pelmet and exposed timberwork. Stairs rise to the:
FIRST FLOOR ACCOMMODATION
SPLIT-LEVEL LANDING
With access to the loft storage space via a fitted loft ladder, a slim storage cupboard and period oak panelled doors to the three bedrooms and shower room..
BEDROOM ONE - 17' 9'' x 12' 2'' (5.41m x 3.71m)
With exposed painted timberwork - believed to have been sourced from sailing ships in days gone by. Two central heating radiator, a diamond leaded window with secondary glazing overlooking the south-facing garden, and a further leaded window with oak bi-folding shutters to the side aspect.
BEDROOM TWO - 14' 7'' x 10' 9'' + chimney (4.44m x 3.27m)
With a featured rendered chimney breast with cast iron period open fire grate - for display only. A central heating radiator, two high-level internal windows and a diamond leaded triple window with secondary glazing.
BEDROOM THREE - 14' 9'' inc. chimney x 9' 0'' (4.49m x 2.74m)
With an exposed rendered chimney, central heating radiator and a diamond leaded window with secondary glazing overlooking the rear garden.
SHOWER ROOM - 11' 5'' x 5' 4'' (3.48m x 1.62m)
(The shower cubicle could be replaced with a bath if required, the plumbing still being in place). Comprising: a large freestanding steam shower with side body jets, larger shower head and loudspeakers, a vanity wash hand basin with cupboards under and a low-flush toilet with concealed cistern. Opaque doors to a recessed airing cupboard with hot water cylinder, tiled floor with underfloor heating, wall mirror with light, extractor fan, fully-tiled walls, chrome heated towel rail radiator and a frosted leaded side window.
OUTSIDE
From the front, a wrought iron gate and pathway lead down the side of the property to the:
EXTENSIVE SOUTHERLY REAR GARDEN
The house sits in southerly-facing grounds of half of one acre or thereabouts. There is a formal lawned section, a secluded sunken garden and woodland areas with large greenhouse (16ft by 10ft) and a timber shed (19ft by 8ft). The mature shrubs and hedging offer almost total privacy with open fields to the rear boundary.
OFF-ROAD PARKING
There is separate access to off-road parking for two/three cars.
AND FINALLY...
Indeed a rare opportunity to acquire a listed home set into the heart of this popular unspoilt village a few miles south of the city of Derby.
COUNCIL TAX BAND
The property is believed to be in council tax band: 'F'.
HOW TO GET THERE
From our NEWTON FALLOWELL office in the heart of MELBOURNE : Turn left into Market Place and onwards into Derby Road. Within half a mile, turn right at the the T-junction onto the B587 towards Derby. Continue on this road, which becomes the A514, through Stanton By Bridge and over the river at Swarkestone Bridge. Follow the road around to the right, and within half a mile turn right, signposted to Weston on Trent. Continue for a mile or so into the village. Go over the railway bridge and take the second right turn into Park Lane. Follow the road around to the right where the property can be found in a short distance on the left hand side - identified by our 'For Sale' board. POST CODE for SATNAVS: DE72 2BR.
PLEASE NOTE:
SERVICES: All mains are connected. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by Newton Fallowell and no guarantee as to their operating ability or their efficiency can be given. MEASUREMENTS: Please note that room sizes are quoted in metres to the nearest tenth of a metre measured from wall to wall. The imperial equivalent is included as an approximate guide for applicants not fully conversant with the metric system. Room measurements are included as a guide to room sizes and are not intended to be used when ordering carpets or flooring. TENURE: Freehold - with vacant possession on completion. Newton Fallowell recommend that purchasers satisfy themselves as to the tenure of this property and we recommend they consult a legal representative such as a solicitor appointed in their purchase.
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Property Features :
- Magnificent Grade II Listed Residence
- Part 16th Century - Well Preserved
- Character Home - Thoughtfully Extended
- Three Double Bedrooms
- Extensive Gardens of 0.5 acres or Thereabouts