Property description
There's a saying on the lines of 'mighty oaks from little acorns grow' and in a way, much the same can be attributed to Hawthorn Cottage. Over the years, it has gradually been extended (or grown) from a modest cottage into what we see today, which is a good sized family home, which still retains much of its original charm and character. Interestingly, it still doesn't look that spacious from the front, which is why I have photographed it from the rear - (typical estate agent!) and what really sets it apart from other properties, is the large, well stocked colourful landscaped rear garden, which backs onto open countryside. Strangely, you feel as though you could be miles from anywhere, yet in reality you can be in the middle of Whitchurch within a matter of minutes. It's in a semi-rural location, with other equally desirable properties nearby, so it is by no means isolated - perfect! Nearby road links provide swift vehicular access to larger conurbations including Chester, Shrewsbury, Wrexham and Wolverhampton. An internal inspection of the cottage is strongly recommended as many of the original beams are still visible, so this creates a cosy atmosphere. However, the real draw to this property has to be the open plan kitchen/diner/family room with its high beamed ceiling and windows overlooking the garden. There are two reception rooms, a spacious entrance hall and a large refitted family bathroom. Upstairs, the master bedroom has an en-suite shower room and there are three further bedrooms. Outside, there is parking galore, what with the two driveways, a double garage and further secure parking within the grounds. The real 'jewel in the crown' however, is the fabulous landscaped rear garden, a paradise for gardeners, children and pets alike, with its colourful, well stocked borders and numerous dedicated seating areas - not a bad place to just sit back and relax - any excuse eh!
The Accommodation Comprises:-
GROUND FLOOR
Entrance Porch
A lovely main entrance with Wisteria creeper.
Spacious Entrance Hall - 17' 0'' x 5' 3'' (5.18m x 1.60m)
Part beamed ceiling, exposed wall beams, one exposed brick wall with fireplace, ceramic tiled floor and radiator.
Family Bathroom - 7' 11'' x 7' 0'' (2.41m x 2.13m)
REFITTED P shaped panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Rear facing double glazed window, part tiled walls, ceramic tiled floor, recessed ceiling spotlights and double radiator.
Sitting Room - 17' 0'' x 12' 4'' (5.18m x 3.76m)
Full height exposed brick fireplace incorporating a log burning stove (which supplies/supplements heating of the radiators and the domestic hot water, in addition to the oil fired central heating boiler), front facing double glazed bow window, beamed ceiling and full height contemporary radiator.
Living Room - 12' 3'' x 8' 7'' (3.73m x 2.61m)
2 side facing double glazed windows, laminate woodstrip floor, recessed ceiling spotlights, exposed wall beams and multi-paned glazed double doors leading to:-
Open Plan Kitchen/Diner/Family Room - 21' 5'' x 12' 0'' (6.52m x 3.65m)
Rustic style with a high beamed ceiling. Stainless steel sink and separate drainer inset in solid timber worktops with drawers, cupboards and plumbing for automatic dishwasher below. Matching base units and island unit with breakfast bar. Glazed wall cupboards, french double doors to rear garden, 2 rear and 2 side facing double glazed windows, laminate woodstrip floor, Diplomat range-style cooker with 5 (bottled) gas rings with 2 electric ovens and grill below, stainless steel splash-back and illuminated stainless steel extractor hood above. Laminate woodstrip floor, 2 Velux double glazed roof skylight windows and full height contemporary radiator.
FIRST FLOOR
Landing
Airing cupboard housing an insulated hot water cylinder and immersion heater.
Master Bedroom - 13' 8'' x 8' 7'' (4.16m x 2.61m)
Side facing double glazed window, exposed timber floorboards, 2 fitted wardrobes, loft hatch and radiator.
En-Suite Shower Room - 8' 6'' x 3' 11'' (2.59m x 1.19m)
Fully tiled shower cubicle with electric shower, contemporary pedestal wash hand basin with towel rail and close coupled WC. Rear facing double glazed window and exposed timber floorboards.
Bedroom 2 - 9' 0'' x 8' 4'' (2.74m x 2.54m)
Front facing double glazed window and radiator.
Bedroom 3 - 9' 0'' x 8' 1'' (2.74m x 2.46m)
Front facing double glazed window, loft hatch and radiator.
Bedroom 4 - 9' 3'' x 5' 6'' (2.82m x 1.68m)
Twin double door fitted wardrobes, rear facing uPVC double glazed window, exposed timber floorboards and radiator.
OUTSIDE
There are two driveways to the property, one being tarmac, with off-road parking for 3 cars. The other is double width of concrete construction with off-road parking for 2 cars and leading to the double garage.Timber double gates provide further vehicular access to the rear of the house, ideal for secure parking of a boat/caravan/further vehicles, if required.The large enclosed rear garden is laid to lawn and has dedicated landscaped areas which effectively create 'a garden within a garden'. There are lovely well stocked, colourful flower borders, along with mature trees, aluminium greenhouse, timber garden shed and dedicated seating areas. The raised timber circular seating area with its recessed spot lights has a spherical water feature. Gravelled area with circular well having a cascading waterfall feature and low step up to a further raised brick seating area. Beyond the rear ranch fence there are open fields with superb views over rolling Shropshire countryside.
Double Garage - 24' 2'' x 16' 0'' (7.36m x 4.87m)
Timber double doors, rear and side facing windows, lights, power and inspection pit.
Services
Mains water and electricity. Septic tank drainage.
Central Heating
Dual system comprising Mistral oil fired boiler and log stove in sitting room, both supplying the radiators and the domestic hot water.
Property Features :
- Mature Semi-Detached Cottage With Double Garage
- Extended Character Home With Beams
- Large Well Stocked Garden Backing Onto Fields
- 4 Bedrooms (1 En-Suite)
- Impressive Open Plan Dining Kitchen/Family Room
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