Property description

A FANTASTIC THREE DOUBLE BEDROOM BARN CONVERSION SITUATED IN A VILLAGE LOCATION.

Robert Ellis are extremely pleased to bring to the market 'The Old Appleyard'. The property dates back to 1880 and was formerly outbuildings for a local farm. This character THREE DOUBLE BEDROOM barn conversion has been sympathetically renovated approximately 13 years ago and provides excellent family living accommodation over two floors situated in this delightful semi rural setting. The property also benefits from having a large DOUBLE GARAGE adjacent to the barn. A feature we are sure will appeal to any prospective purchaser are the excellent transport links situated nearby with East Midlands Airport being on the doorstep, excellent access to the M1 motorway and East Midlands Parkway train station being a short distance away.

The property is constructed of brick to the external elevations all under a tiled roof and benefits from modern conveniences such as DOUBLE GLAZING and ELECTRIC HEATING. The accommodation in brief comprises of entrance reception hallway/office, ground floor w.c., good size living room and excellent family farmhouse style kitchen. To the first floor there is a galleried landing which has a full height window to the front and gives access to the three double bedrooms, with the master benefiting from an EN-SUITE shower room, and then the four piece suite master family bathroom. To the rear of the property there is a large garden measuring approx 180' in length and having views over neighbouring countryside.

Although the property is situated in open picturesque countryside, it is only a few minutes from the amenities and facilities provided by both Castle Donington and Melbourne. These include various shops, schooling, health care and sports facilities. There are walks in the picturesque surrounding countryside and the excellent transport links include J24 of the M1, which in turn connects to the A42 and A50, there is the East Midlands Airport, East Midlands Parkway Station and various main roads which lead to the nearby towns and cities, all of which help to make this such a convenient place to live.

Entrance Hallway:
This feature reception hallway is currently being utilised as a home office and offers an excellent additional reception room with separate front and rear exit doors and easy access to ground floor w.c., however, the entrance hall could also make a fantastic additional sitting or dining area subject to buyers needs and requirements. The room benefits from having many original features such as exposed timber beams and an exposed brick and stone wall, tiling to the floor, access door to the front and French doors to the rear leading out to the large enclosed garden, Oak door to living room, wall mounted electric storage heater and door to:

Ground Floor w.c.:
With a low flush w.c., pedestal wash hand basin, tiled splashbacks, tiling to the floor, electric fan heater and UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation. Coat hooks providing useful storage.

Living Room:
[6.3m (20ft 8in) max x 5.03m (16ft 6in) approx] this magnificent living room is truly a feature and the heart of the home, again this room retains much charm of the original barn with exposed brick walls and feature brick built fireplace with timber sleeper creating a mantelpiece and open flame living fire incorporating quarry tiled hearth, bespoke built-in media unit with additional storage and display cabinets, electric storage radiator, recessed spotlights to the ceiling and hard wire smoke alarm. A pair of French doors provide access to the large enclosed garden at the rear and raised terrace. UPVC double glazed window to the rear overlooking the garden with a double aspect full height glazed window to the front and extending to the first floor landing. To the corner of the room there is a staircase leading to the galleried landing with built-in storage cupboard below. Internal Oak French doors lead through to:

Farmhouse Dining Kitchen:
[5.23m (17ft 2in) x 4.06m (13ft 4in) approx] this well proportioned farmhouse dining kitchen offers dual aspect with a range of classic Oak style wall and base units incorporating a roll edged work surface over, 1½ bowl stainless steel sink with mixer tap, tiled splashbacks, inset electric hob with extractor hood over and built-in electric oven/grill below, integrated 'Bosch' dishwasher and integrated fridge freezer, space and plumbing for free standing washing machine and ample storage cupboards. Wooden beams to the ceiling, TV point, UPVC double glazed door to the front elevation and double glazed window. To the rear there are French doors providing access to the sun terrace and large garden. Tiling to the floor and ample space for a large farmhouse style table.

First Floor Landing:
With a full height double glazed window to the front elevation extending over both floors, electric storage radiator, recessed spotlights to the ceiling, airing/storage cupboard housing hot water cylinder, Oak doors to:

Bedroom 1:
[5.21m (17ft 1in) x 4.32m (14ft 2in) approx] this large master bedroom suite benefits from having a range of built-in wardrobes, additional over the bed storage units, drawer units, dressing table and further corner cupboard unit, two electric storage heaters with dual aspect UPVC double glazed windows to the front and rear elevations. Oak door to:

En-Suite:
[2.82m (9ft 3in) x 2.03m (6ft 8in) approx] this good size en-suite shower room benefits from having a three piece suite comprising of corner shower enclosure with electric shower over, vanity wash hand basin with storage cupboards below and a low flush w.c., built-in mirror above with storage cupboards, light and electric shaver point. Chrome electric heated towel rail, electric wall mounted fan heater, tiled walls, vinyl flooring and UPVC double glazed window overlooking the rear election.

Bedroom 2:
[5.82m (19ft 1in) x 2.64m (8ft 8in) approx] with two UPVC double glazed windows to the rear elevation overlooking the rear garden, Halogen ceiling light, electric storage radiator and loft access hatch.

Bedroom 3:
[4.04m (13ft 3in) x 2.36m (7ft 9in) including wardrobes approx] with UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation, electric storage radiator and built-in wardrobes providing ample storage space incorporating hanging rail and shelving.

Bathroom:
Having a four piece suite comprising of a double ended air bath 'Whirlpool' spa with chrome mixer tap and hand held shower attachment, corner shower enclosure with electric shower over, vanity wash hand basin with storage cupboards below, low flush w.c., chrome heated electric towel rail, Halogen ceiling light, tiling to the walls, extractor fan, wall mounted electric heater and UPVC double glazed window to the rear elevation.

Outside:
The property sits on a select development of barn conversions set back from the road behind secure gated access. To the front of the property there is a shared driveway which provides access to the three barns and farmhouse. There is a pathway to the front entrance door and access to the large double garage. To the rear of the property there is a large garden which measures approx 180' long and 55' wide and is laid mainly to lawn with shrubs planted to the borders, sun terrace with 'York' stone and offering ideal al-fresco living space or family area. There is also the benefit of a garden shed with light and power and fencing to the boundaries.

Detached Double Garage:
[5.79m (19ft 0in) x 5.31m (17ft 5in) approx] with external light, internal plaster boarded walls, security alarm system, power and Halogen lighting. This is a large garage which offers a variety of different uses such as gymnasium, play room or workshop. Additional driveway space in front of the garage offering car standing away from the main road.

Directions:
Proceed through the village of Castle Donington towards the airport. At the traffic lights turn left and the property can be found on the right.
2755AMNM

Property Features :

• Barn conversion
• Sympathetically renovated
• Village location
• Double glazing
• Electric heating