Property description

A SUPERB PERIOD RESIDENCE LOCATED IN THE HEART OF CASTLE DONINGTON, OFFERING MOST DECEPTIVE, SPACIOUS ACCOMMODATION THROUGHOUT AND HAVING THE ADDED BENEFIT OF BEING AVAILABLE FOR SALE WITH NO UPWARD CHAIN.

It gives Robert Ellis great pleasure to bring to the market this delightful traditional property which has been lovingly restored over the years by the current vendor and offers most spacious living accommodation throughout which has the benefit of a wealth of character and charm. Originally constructed in 1802 the property, known as 'The Gatehouse' is located in the very heart of Castle Donington and offers easy access to all the local amenities and facilities that Castle Donington has to offer. The accommodation is found over four floors with cellars to the lower ground floor, three reception rooms to the ground floor and four/five bedrooms over the two further floors. The property also has the benefit of having three bathrooms with an en-suite to the master. As previously mentioned the property has been fully restored and refurbished and offers ready to move into accommodation, yet retains a wealth of original character and features such as fireplaces and original sash windows, an internal viewing is an absolute must in order to appreciate the accommodation on offer, in particular the deceptively spacious external space to the rear with car parking for a number of vehicles and a larger than average landscaped garden.

This traditional property is constructed of brick to the external elevations with rendering all under a tiled roof and derives the benefit of GAS CENTRAL HEATING which has been installed over recent years and in brief the accommodation comprises of large reception hallway with feature parquet flooring providing an impressive open staircase which gives access to the first and second floor elevations, three reception rooms, bespoke style fitted kitchen with 'Range' cooker and a separate pantry/utility area. To the first floor there are two bedrooms with EN-SUITE bathroom to the master, a further first floor living room, this particular room could easily be used as a further bedroom if required, and stunning refitted bathroom. To the second floor there are two further bedrooms and a shower room. Outside the property benefits from the most beautiful landscaped garden to the rear which must be viewed to be appreciated and also benefits from OFF STREET PARKING in the form of a tarmacadam driveway accessed via secure double timber gates. The property also has the added benefit of NO UPWARD CHAIN.

The property is within easy reach of the shopping facilities provided by Castle Donington and is only a short drive away from the Asda and Tesco superstores and numerous other retail outlets found in Long Eaton town centre, there are schools for all ages, health care and sports facilities, walks in the surrounding countryside and the excellent transport links include J24 of the M1 which links to the A42 and A50, East Midlands Airport, East Midlands Parkway Station and there are main roads which lead to all the main towns and cities in the area.

Reception Hallway:
Feature parquet flooring, traditional side entrance door, stairs to first floor, door to:

Family Room:
[7.49m (24ft 7in) x 3.3m (10ft 10in) approx] currently used as a snooker room, with sash windows to the front elevation, radiator, feature fireplace and hearth with storage cupboards to the side, additional built-in storage cupboard housing gas central heating boiler, part exposed wooden flooring, picture rail and coving to the ceiling.

Dining Room:
[4.6m (15ft 1in) x 3.3m (10ft 10in) approx] with sash windows to the side and front elevations with additional feature bespoke stained glass window, feature fireplace and hearth with open fire, radiator, exposed wooden flooring and cornice to the ceiling.

Kitchen:
[3.99m (13ft 1in) x 1.83m (6ft 0in) approx] with tiled flooring, range of bespoke style fitted wall and base units with granite work surfaces over, double inset stainless steel circular sink unit with hot and cold mixer tap over, 'Stoves' stainless steel 'Range' cooker with stainless steel extractor canopy over, under floor heating, built-in storage cupboard/lobby with additional wall and base storage units. Door to cellar. Stable style door to rear elevation, window and traditional door to the side elevation.

Cellar:
Multi room cellar with power and lighting.

First Floor Landing:
With stairs leading to the second floor, radiator and doors to:

Living Room:
[4.09m (13ft 5in) x 3.91m (12ft 10in) approx] with solid wood flooring, radiator, inset gas coal effect 'Living Flame' fire and TV point. As previously mentioned this room could easily be used as a further bedroom if required.

Bedroom 1:
[5.03m (16ft 6in) x 4.29m (14ft 1in) approx] with two sash windows to the front elevation, radiator, feature fireplace with original fire grate, picture rail and door to:

En-Suite:
With tiled flooring, separate tiled shower cubicle, two inset ceramic sinks housed within a vanity unit, low flush w.c., radiator, sash window to the side elevation and tiling to the walls.

Bedroom 2:
[4.6m (15ft 1in) x 4.39m (14ft 5in) approx] sash windows to the front and side elevations, radiator, exposed ceiling beams and built-in storage cupboard.

Bathroom:
A recently refitted modern bathroom suite comprising of 'Jacuzzi' style panelled bath with chrome fitments, wash hand basin with chrome fitments housed within a vanity unit, low flush w.c., spiral chrome radiator, PIR sensor LED low level lighting to the skirting boards with LED lighting to the ceiling and window to the front elevation.

Second Floor Landing:
With wall mounted radiator, door to the side elevation and doors to:

Bedroom 3:
[3.96m (13ft 0in) x 3.2m (10ft 6in) approx] sash windows to the front and side elevations, radiator and feature fireplace.

Bedroom 4:
[3m (9ft 10in) x 2.9m (9ft 4in) approx] with sash window to the front elevation, radiator and wall mounted built-in storage cupboard.

Dressing Room:
[4.09m (13ft 5in) x 3.2m (10ft 6in) approx] sash window to the front elevation, radiator, built-in storage cupboard and concealed built-in wardrobe with shelving and clothes hanging space.

Shower Room:
Walk-in mosaic tiled shower with chrome mains flow shower attachment, inset sink unit housed within a vanity cupboard, low flush w.c., window to the side elevation.

Outside:
The property sits on a deceptively spacious plot with tarmacadam driveway to the front elevation with timber double gates giving access to a further tarmacadam driveway/car standing area which provides off street parking for a number of vehicles. There is a very well maintained garden with steps leading down to a garden area which is laid mainly to lawn with an abundance of well established shrubs, plants and trees with flower borders. To the rear of the garden there is a vegetable plot with timber garden shed and additional timber summerhouse. The garden also benefits from being enclosed with brick walls and has a private aspect to the rear.

Directions:
Proceed out of Long Eaton and through Sawley towards Castle Donington. Continue through Castle Donington turning left onto Market Street where the property can be found on the left as identified by our 'for sale' board.
3068AMHS

Agents Notes:
Due to the central location of this property, it may be suitable for commercial use such as a bed and breakfast, subject to change of use.

Property Features :

• Period residence
• Deceptively spacious
• Retaining many original features
• No upward chain
• Gas central heating