Property description
SYMPATHETICALLY CONVERTED 18TH CENTURY PUBLIC HOUSE...WITH STUNNING FINISH!
This fully modernised and extended former pub offers spacious accommodation using modern materials with original features to create a truly impressive finish throughout, including exposed timber framework, original beams and exposed brick fireplaces alongside a brand new kitchen and bathrooms. The property also has three receptions, utility, cellar, and four double bedrooms - with en-suite to master - along with a detached garage with office. Situated on a generous and private plot with parking , garden and stone paved patio.
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LOCATION
Situated in Castle Gresley on the outskirts of the South Derbyshire market town of Swadlincote, this property is ideally placed for the commuter routes (A444/M42/M1) the National Forest and local amenities in nearby Swadlincote, Ashby and Burton. A wide range of retail and leisure facilities are also within a 30 - 40 min car journey away in the local cities of Birmingham, Nottingham, Derby & Leicester.
AGENTS NOTE
Originally The White Lion public house - dating back to the 18th century - this most impressive property has been comprehensively and sympathetically converted to a generously sized family residence with a superb finish blending original features with contemporary styles and technology. The original timber frame has been exposed in places, to the first floor, with original beams and low ceilings to the ground floor along with cast iron and exposed brick fireplaces. Underfloor heating to the ground floor adds a modern touch, as does the bespoke solid wood kitchen, contemporary style family bathroom and en-suite, Karndean flooring, solid Oak doors and brand new wood framed double glazing.
ROOM SIZES
ENTRANCE PORCH - 6' 9'' x 4' 2'' (2.07m x 1.26m)
DINING ROOM - 13' 1'' x 14' 8'' (3.99m x 4.47m)(MAX)
KITCHEN - 12' 10'' x 13' 12'' (3.9m x 4.26m)
UTILITY - 6' 7'' x 6' 3'' (2m x 1.9m)
CELLAR - 8' 5'' x 13' 11'' (2.56m x 4.23m)
SNUG - 11' 6'' x 14' 7'' (3.5m x 4.44m)(MAX)
LOUNGE - 18' 1'' x 11' 9'' (5.5m x 3.59m)
MASTER BEDROOM (INC EN-SUITE) - 18' 1'' x 11' 9'' (5.5m x 3.59m)
BEDROOM 2 - 13' 1'' x 14' 3'' (4m x 4.34m)
BEDROOM 3 - 11' 10'' x 15' 1'' (3.6m x 4.6m)
BEDROOM 4 - 13' 10'' x 11' 4'' (4.22m x 3.45m)(MAX)
FAMILY BATHROOM - 9' 9'' x 5' 10'' (2.97m x 1.79m)
GARAGE - 12' 12'' x 14' 1'' (3.95m x 4.3m)
OFFICE - 12' 10'' x 14' 1'' (3.9m x 4.3m)
DESCRIPTION - GROUND FLOOR
This fully re-furbished, detached, family residence has gas fired central heating providing under floor heating to the ground floor and a conventional radiator system to the first floor. The property also has wood framed double glazing throughout. To the front, there's a pitched roof, fully enclosed porch has a solid Oak door that opens into the dining room. This room has a low ceiling with original beams, an original cast iron fireplace (re-claimed) with working fire, "English Oak" style Karndean flooring and doors to the ground floor accommodation. The dining room also opens up to the rear hallway where there's a full size side window, Oak staircase to the first floor and door to the drive and side of the house. Leading off the dining room, glazed, double doors open to the kitchen with a comprehensive range of solid wood fronted wall, base and display units, Oak worktops, "Fossil Limestone" style Karndean flooring, under counter and display cabinet lighting and adjustable spotlights on rails. There's also a Rangemaster duel fuel range cooker with 5 ring gas hob and electric oven, as well as a built in Whirlpool fridge/freezer and dishwasher. From the kitchen, a door leads to a rear hall, and steps down to a cellar. A door from the hall also leads to the utility and guest cloakroom. To the opposite side of the dining room there's the snug, also with a low, beamed ceiling, this room also has an exposed brick feature fireplace (which could be opened). The lounge completes the ground floor accommodation, and has a recessed, exposed working fireplace with Oak beam mantle. There are also French doors from the lounge to the patio.
DESCRIPTION - FIRST FLOOR
An Oak staircase from the hall leads to the first floor landing, with full length window to the side and exposed timber framework to the wall. The landing has a storage cupboard and doors off to the bedrooms and the bathroom. The master bedroom is a large double, overlooking the rear garden, with a partially vaulted ceiling and en-suite shower room. The en-suite has a larger quadrant shower, wall mounted vanity wash basin, WC, heated towel rail and mirrored cabinet with sensor lights, de-mist pads and electric toothbrush/shaver points. The family bathroom is next along the hall and has a contemporary style bathroom suite comprising "L" shaped bath with centre taps, integrated shower and shower screen, along with a vanity wash basin and WC. There's also mirrored cabinet (see en-suite) and heated towel rail as well as a "Grey Slate" style Karndean floor. To the end of the hall there's bedroom two, a good sized double with windows to the front and rear along with exposed timber framework. Back along the hall there's bedroom four, a double situated to the front with a feature cast iron fireplace with wooden surround and further exposed timber framework. Next along the hall, and completing the main accommodation, there's bedroom three, also a good sized double with exposed timber framework and windows to the front and side.
GARAGE & OFFICE
Situated to the rear and side of the property is a detached garage, with double doors to the front and side door to a stairway leading to the first floor, where there's a large office space. There's also an "under stair" garden store, accessible via the garden.
OUTSIDE
The property has a low rise wall with wrought iron railings to the front and side, leading to an access point for the drive, block paved with Sorrento cobble style blocks. Wooden, double gates open onto an Indian sandstone patio and the private and enclosed rear garden, which is mainly set to lawn.
DIRECTIONS
From the rear of our Swadlincote office, turn left into Civic Way and proceed to the Sainsbury's island, taking the 2nd exit onto William Nadin Way. Continue ahead to the next island, taking the first exit then take the third exit - signposted A444 . At the island with the A444 take the first exit onto the A444 (Burton Road) and continue along, take the second right onto Mount Road, where the property can be found set back from the road and straight ahead easily identified by our Newton Fallowell For Sale board.
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 from 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.
SERVICES
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 efficiency can be given.
TENURE
Freehold - with vacant possession on completion. Newton Fallowell recommends 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.
ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING
All estate agents are required, by law, to check the identification of all purchasers prior to instructing solicitors on an agreed sale and for all sellers prior to commencing marketing the property. Suitable forms if ID include new style drivers licence or signed passport.
DRAFT DETAILS
These details have been prepared offering the property for sale and we are now in the process of checking their complete accuracy with the vendor and if possible their solicitor. If there are any points you wish further clarification on please do not hesitate to ask.
FLOORPLANS
This floor plan is intended as a guide only. It is provided to give an overall impression of room layout and should not be taken as being a scaled drawing.
Property Features :
- ENERGY RATING: C
- SUPERB CONVERSION - STUNNING FINISH
- FOUR DOUBLE BEDROOMS
- FORMER PUB DATING TO 18TH CENTURY
- THREE RECEPTIONS
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