Property description

* TASTEFULLY UPGRADED and REDESIGNED PERIOD HOME DATING BACK TO THE 1800s. * Within the past four years, the vendors of this fine home have redesigned the interior in a contemporary style - successfully combining the period features of the property with a more modern and up to date feel. Occupying an elevated site within this historical town, HILLTOP COTTAGE has accommodation on three levels and has been greatly improved including: a change to the internal layout of the rooms, the installation of a new hand-crafted kitchen with underfloor heating, a refitted bathroom, by Burlington, a new boiler and central heating system, new plumbing, re-plastering, re-wiring and new UPVC rear windows. The accommodation now includes, on the lower level: a master bedroom with en suite wet room; on the ground floor: a newly-created entrance hall, a lounge with a brick fireplace and log-burning stove, and an open plan dining kitchen with bi-fold doors leading outside to the elevated patio. On the first floor: two further bedrooms and the bathroom. The tiered garden is currently being landscaped and includes a new timber summerhouse. Viewing is enthusiastically recommended!

THE LOCATION
The historic town of Castle Donington is very popular and boasts a good mixture of modern amenities and facilities. Donington Park motor racing circuit, East Midlands airport, the M1 motorway and the A50 are all within easy access. Nearby Midland cities include Leicester, Nottingham and Derby, and further afield, Coventry and Birmingham.

ABOUT THE PROPERTY
* TASTEFULLY UPGRADED and REDESIGNED PERIOD HOME DATING BACK TO THE 1800s. * Within the past four years, the vendors of this fine home have redesigned the interior in a contemporary style - successfully combining the period features of the property with a more modern and up to date feel. Occupying an elevated site within this historical town, HILLTOP COTTAGE has accommodation on three levels and has been greatly improved including: a change to the internal layout of the rooms, the installation of a new hand-crafted kitchen with underfloor heating, a refitted bathroom, by Burlington, a new boiler and central heating system, new plumbing, re-plastering, re-wiring and new UPVC rear windows. The accommodation now includes, on the lower level: a master bedroom with en suite wet room; on the ground floor: a newly-created entrance hall, a lounge with a brick fireplace and log-burning stove, and an open plan dining kitchen with bi-fold doors leading outside to the elevated patio. On the first floor: two further bedrooms and the bathroom. The tiered garden is currently being landscaped and includes a new timber summerhouse. Viewing is enthusiastically recommended!

IMPROVEMENTS TO THE PROPERTY
The vendors inform us that the following improvements have been carried out to their property within the past four years: new internal room layout, new kitchen/diner with underfloor heating, creation of a new master bedroom and en suite, new boiler and central heating system, new bathroom, basement has been tanked and a damp course added, new rear windows and patio doors, replastering, rewiring, new guttering, landscaped rear garden and a new summerhouse.

ACCOMMODATION IN DETAIL
From the street, the entrance door opens into the:

ENTRANCE HALL
A newly-created space. With oyster slate flooring, traditional-style central heating radiator, a corner storage cupboard, bi-fold doors to the new lower level master bedroom and en suite, a beamed ceiling, stairs rising to the first floor and a UPVC double glazed diamond-shaped leaded window to the front elevation. Doors off to the dining kitchen and the lounge.

LOUNGE - 15' 0'' average x 12' 6'' max (4.57m x 3.81m)
(8' 3\" min). The focal point of this character living room is the brick-built fireplace housing a cast iron log-burner. (Please note: the stove in the photograph is to be replaced with a traditional-style burner). There's a substantial beamed lintel and a brick hearth. A sanded beamed ceiling, TV aerial point, recessed ceiling lights and two UPVC double glazed leaded windows to the rear elevation.

HAND-MADE DINING KITCHEN - 18' 2'' x 9' 7'' (5.53m x 2.92m)
Hand made by local skilled craftsmen and painted in Farrow and Ball colours. This newly-fitted dining kitchen comprises a range of hand-crafted base and drawer units and matching wall cupboards. There's a recessed Belfast sink by Villeroy Boch with chrome taps by Perrin and Rowe set into a grooved solid oak worktop. A superb freestanding Falcon five-burner gas hob with electric oven. An integrated dishwasher and washing machine, and a tall fridge/freezer in a cupboard. Fired earth tiled splashbacks. A separate glass display caninet with sliding doors under. Oyster slate flooring with under-floor heating, a built-in corner bench with storage, beamed ceiling with recessed halogen lighting, A UPVC double glazed front window, and double glazed bi-fold doors opening onto the elevated balcony which enjoys commanding views over the tiered rear garden. Returning to the entrance hall, bi-fold doors and stairs descend to the lower level.





LOWER LEVEL ACCOMMODATION

MASTER DOUBLE BEDROOM - 16' 0'' max x 8' 9'' max (4.87m x 2.66m)
(7' 8\" min). (Work in progress - to be completed shortly). With a beamed ceiling, traditional-style radiator and two Velux windows. A leaded UPVC double glazed door opens onto the brick-paved sun terrace with elevated westerly views over the garden. A door to the adjoining:

EN SUITE WET ROOM
(Currently being refitted). The white suite will comprise: an open mains shower, wash hand basin supported on chrome legs and a low-flush toilet. Tiled floor and walls, a door to a recessed storage area, halogen ceiling lights and an extractor fan. A UPVC double glazed rear window. Returning to the ground floor entrance hall, stairs rise to the first floor accommodation.

FIRST FLOOR ACCOMMODATION

LANDING
With a gas combi boiler concealed in an over-stairs cupboard. Doors off to bedrooms two and three and the refitted bathroom.

DOUBLE BEDROOM TWO - 13' 8'' x 9' 8'' (4.16m x 2.94m)
Formerly the main bedroom and a generous size. The room benefits from recessed fitted wardrobes, a traditional-style radiator, access to the loft storage space, recessed LED ceiling lights, a TV aerial point and two UPVC double glazed leaded front windows with Venetian blinds.

BEDROOM THREE - 9' 4'' average x 9' 1'' (2.84m x 2.77m)
With steps down from the landing. A beamed ceiling, traditional-style radiator and a UPVC double glazed leaded side window enjoying elevated views towards the local church.

REFITTED FAMILY BATHROOM
Refitted with a quality white suite by Burlington, comprising: a freestanding roll-top bath with claw feet and centre chrome mixer tap and shower attachment, a wash hand basin supported on chrome legs and a dual-flush toilet with a concealed cistern. Oyster slate flooring, a chrome/traditional-style heated towel rail radiator, a recessed corner storage cupboard with shelves, painted pine cladding to part of the lower walls, and recessed ceiling spotlights.

OUTSIDE

TIERED REAR GARDEN
The rear garden has been landscaped over three levels and enjoys westerly views. There's a top brick terrace accessed from the dining kitchen with steps down to the second level which can be reached from the master bedroom. A final flight of steps descends to the remainder of the garden which is currently being landscaped and will be completed shortly.

AND FINALLY...
The current vendors purchased this property from ourselves about four years ago. Since then, HILLTOP COTTAGE has undergone a remarkable transformation, with significant changes being made to the internal layout, the installation of a new hand-made kitchen with dining area, and the creation of a new master bedroom with en suite on the lower level. Internal inspection is absolutely necessary to fully appreciate the improvements that has been carried out to the property. Please call NEWTON FALLOWELL on 01332 865696 to arrange a viewing!

HOW TO GET THERE
From our NEWTON FALLOWELL office in the heart of MELBOURNE: Go straight across into Church Street and head out of town. On entering the village of Wilson, turn left at the sharp right hand bend. In a few hundred yards, at the T-junction, turn right, following this road to the next T-junction with the A453. Turn left. Within a short distance, turn left at the traffic lights towards Castle Donington. Once in the town, go straight on at the crossroads with the traffic lights and down the hill. In a short distance, turn a sharp right into Hillside. The property can be found up the hill, 100 metres on the right hand side - identified by our 'For Sale' board. POST CODE for SAT NAVS: DE74 2NH.

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. 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. 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. VIEWING: By strict appointment through the selling agent. DISCLAIMER: The details contained within these sales particulars are based on information supplied by the vendor and have not been verified by the agent.

Property Features :

• Much Improved and Redesigned Period Home
• Character Property with a Contemporary Feel
• Entrance Hall - Lounge with Log-Burning Stove
• Open Plan Hand-Crafted Dining Kitchen
• Lower Level Master Bedroom and En Suite