Property description

THE PROPERTY A period built semi-detached cottage which is thought to have origins dating back to circa.1820 which has subsequently had a large double storey extension added to the side many years ago. Providing quirky and unusual accommodation offering flexibility of layout and usage at present being somewhat dated in various respects, offering good potential to improve.



The well-proportioned accommodation on the ground floor comprising porch which leads into the dining room, a generous size lounge with conservatory set overlooking the front garden, a spacious kitchen with door opening to the rear courtyard with useful utility room. At first floor level a spacious landing with room for a study area, two good sized bedrooms and a well-proportioned bathroom/wc.



The property has the benefit of a southerly facing enclosed mature front garden which potentially might provide space perhaps for the creation of parking within the curtilage although it now provides a very nice walled garden. To the rear of the property a private walled enclosed courtyard which enjoys late afternoon sunshine. 

LOCATION Tucked away in this little known area occupying a convenient position with a number of local services and amenities nearby, convenient access into the city and close by connection to major routes in other directions. 

A panelled part double glazed door opens into: 

GROUND FLOOR  

PORCH 8' 6" x 5' 0" (2.59m x 1.52m) uPVC double glazed window to the side and a double glazed window to the conservatory. Tongue and groove panelling below the windows. Built in shoe cupboards. Pine part glazed door into: 

DINING ROOM 14' 6" x 9' 7" (4.42m x 2.92m) overall. Window to the front porch. Beamed ceiling with light point. Staircase with carpeted treads rises and turns to the first floor. Walk-in understairs storage cupboard houses the mains gas meter, door way to the kitchen and door into: 

LOUNGE 12' 1" x 13' 0", 14'5" max. (3.68m x 3.96m, 4.39m max) into bay shaped area with twin double glazed French doors opening to the conservatory. Fireplace with natural stone surround and hearth. Beamed ceiling. Dado rail with tongue and groove panelling under. Picture rail. Cupboard hiding recess to right hand side of fireplace houses the mains electric meter and fuse box with trip switches. 

CONSERVATORY 13' 3" x 6' 7" (4.04m x 2.01m) Lean-to style with half height walling surmounted by sealed unit double glazed windows set under a polycarbonate glazed roof covering. Two wall light points. Power points and fitted 'Creda' electric heater. Patio door to the front garden. Fitted window blinds. 

KITCHEN 13' 8" x 8' 2" in part 7'3" (4.17m x 2.49m in part 2.21m) uPVC double glazed window to the rear courtyard and pine panelled stable style door opening to the rear. Fitted with a range of cupboard and drawer storage set in wall and base units. Roll edge work surfaces. Tiled splashbacks. Inset double drainer stainless steel sink. 'Hotpoint Ice Diamond' fridge. 'Parkinson Cowan' stove with oven, grill and four ring gas hob. 

FIRST FLOOR  

LANDING 10' 1" x 8' 10" (3.07m x 2.69m) overall incorporating staircase which descends to the ground floor. Ceiling beams. Double glazed rooflight, double glazed window to the rear. Part tongue and groove wall panelling. Radiator. Incorporating a useful study area. 

BEDROOM 1 13' 2" x 10' 8" (4.01m x 3.25m) uPVC double glazed window to the front elevation. Ceiling light point. Exposed ceiling beams and access hatch to loft. Built-in bedroom furniture with wide double bed recess. Two lights over. Wardrobes to either side and cupboards above. T.V. aerial cable.  

BEDROOM 2 11' 0" x 9' 5" (3.35m x 2.87m) uPVC double glazed window to the front elevation. Part sloping ceiling with exposed roof timber. Recessed built-in wardrobe and fitted storage cupboard. 

BATHROOM 9' 0" x 7' 6" (2.74m x 2.29m) Double glazed window. White suite comprising pedestal wash hand basin, close coupled wc and panelled bath with mixer tap and wall mounted shower attachment. Part tiled walls. Part tongue and groove clad. Built-in bathroom cupboard and fitted cabinet above. 'Worcester 24i Junior' gas fired boiler services the central heating and domestic hot water. Shaver socket. Electric heated towel rail. 

EXTERNALLY A pedestrian gate opens into a level period tiled path leading up to the front door. The property is set well back from the street and pavement by a good sized enclosed lawned front garden 30' x 23' overall with well stocked flower border, a variety of ornamental shrubs and bushes. Two espalier trained fruit trees on one side, two productive apple trees on the other side. Wheely bin storage area.



To the rear of the property an enclosed walled courtyard with paved patio area and natural stone patio area. Raised corner flower beds. Barbecue stand. Outside water tap. In one corner is the: 

UTILITY ROOM 6' 3" x 4' 3" (1.91m x 1.3m) Double power point. Lighting. Space and plumbing suitable for automatic washing machine. Tiled floor. 

FLOOR COVERINGS The fitted floor coverings as seen are included in the sale price. 

TENURE Freehold 

COUNCIL TAX BAND 'B'