Property description

Set on a quiet road, this house is approached through wrought iron gates onto a wider than average driveway with carport, which would easily accommodate a large family vehicle. There is a small front garden with established planting. The white upvc door is edged with leaded and stained glass and leads into the most delightful and spacious hallway. This area sets the tone for the whole of the property, which is adorned with period features, high ceilings and reclaimed doors being two examples. Stripped floorboards are ideal in this entrance area, no problems with muddy boots. There is wood paneling to the wall under the stairway and also a large under stair storage cupboard. An iron radiator keeps the area warm.

Reclaimed period wood doors lead into the reception rooms and kitchen, the latter having a feature travertine tiled wall above. There is a large lounge housing a designer stainless steel radiator which seamlessly blends stylish contemporary touches with period features. The lounge has a large front facing leaded bay window that floods the room with light and overlooks the front garden, with wood paneling below. Again beautiful stripped floorboards run throughout with high skirting boards, coving and picture rails complimenting the room. The large fire suite is the focal point of the room, having a wood surround and black cast effect back, the gas coal effect fire looks perfect sat on the black hearth.

The dining area of the room is spacious with matching stainless steel radiator and the light flows through the rear facing French doors. What a delight to eat overlooking the garden throughout the seasons. These rooms provide a great social space for the family.

From the dining area you access the kitchen. White units offer plenty of storage space, there is a Neff gas hob and separate stainless steel Neff electric oven, this room also benefits with plumbing for washing machine/dishwasher and space for a fridge freezer with water connection. The room also features a “cube” designer chrome radiator. White tiles with an art deco edge compliment the black porcelain floor tiles. There is a large rear facing leaded window overlooking the delightful rear garden.

Another door from the kitchen takes you back into the hallway. From here the wooden stairway leads to the first floor. The stair turns slightly right at the top and the window on the left lets in the light. The wooden floor from the landing follows through into the three bedrooms.

The master bedroom has a large front facing leaded window flooding the room with natural light. Again the period features in this room are beautiful. There are extra deep fully fitted wardrobes and drawers to one full wall offering masses of storage, in cream and cappuccino gloss with stylish chrome handles, which are complemented by the stainless steel radiator of a similar design.

Bedroom two is an excellent size and has had the stripped floorboards painted cream which complements a full wall of fitted wardrobes. There is a rear facing window with views over the rear garden, a rowan tree almost directly in front of the window is a beautiful feature and offers a degree of privacy to the room and also somewhere you can watch the birds eat.

Bedroom three would lend itself well to a baby nursery, child’s room or office. There is a front facing window offering plenty of light.

The family bathroom is an excellent size. The white suite offers a lovely bath with Victorian style mixer taps with shower attachment, wc, sink and separate shower cubicle The room is partially tiled and has slate effect ceramic tiles to the bath panel and floor. There is a good sized designer chrome radiator/towel warmer.

Back downstairs to the garden access from the dining area. The French doors lead onto a patio that runs the length of the house, which gives plenty of space for outdoor dining. To the right is a utility area housing plumbing for an additional washing machine and also a sink and toilet. To the other side there is a large wooden garden shed with light, opposite which is the rear section of the covered carport offering masses of dry storage options, the area is closed with a chunky wood screen. The enclosed garden benefits from a good sized central lawn area surrounded by planted boarders, with a variety of established planting. To one side there is a fence and to the other there are trees. At the top of the garden there is another patio area, edged by trees offering a private space to dine during the summer days or to sit and take in the delights of autumn evenings.

The house offers plenty of social space. There is certainly a feel of period living that has been enhanced by the owners with décor and furnishings. The home feels warm, cosy and safe but has the advantage of being equally light and airy during the summer months.

© Elizabeth Williams