Property description
A bit like crusted port; properties like this are better, the older they get! What is also amazing is the fact that Oakwood Barn is huge - yes, what you see here is just one dwelling. Should you work from home, there are any number of rooms from which to base yourself, including an office and a separate study/snug. When you are ready to unwind and relax, it even has a dedicated sauna! The current owners, not just content with the labyrinth of accommodation and lovely well stocked formal gardens, decided to branch out further with the acquisition of an agricultural paddock (including a hefty claw-back clause to stop residential development) and they have successfully managed to create a superb wildlife area by planting out one section with young saplings. The entire plot is just under 2 acres, although it feels much larger as it backs directly onto open countryside with far reaching views. An internal inspection is thoroughly recommended and the property has a wealth of character including exposed beams and a particularly spacious lounge with exposed brickwork, a separate dining room and a wonderful refitted kitchen, complete with appliances. There are 2 staircases leading to the first floor which is separated into two sections, plus there is also a downstairs bedroom. Such is the versatile room layout, it could easily be adapted to accommodate 2 or even 3 generations of a family within the same dwelling.However, despite the tranquil setting, the property is well placed within walking distance of the village itself, which is served by its own pub, church, nursery and primary schools, village hall and bowling club. There is a real sense of belonging to a community when living here, although there is a more comprehensive facilities in nearby Whitchurch (about 3 miles away). In summary, this is a lovely family home and we do not think that you will be disappointed. The day I inspected this lovely family home, the sun was shining and we drank coffee on the raised patio whilst listening to bird song - things don't get much better than this!
GROUND FLOOR
Reception Hall - 14' 9'' max x 12' 9'' max (4.49m max x 3.88m max)
Exposed beams and walls, wood block parquet floor, staircase to first floor and radiator.
Cloakroom - 4' 7'' x 4' 6'' (1.40m x 1.37m)
Pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC, Tiled floor, walls and basin surround. Rear facing double glazed window and radiator.
Study/Snug - 14' 10'' x 11' 1'' (4.52m x 3.38m)
Exposed brick walls and beams, double glazed door to garden, 2 wall light points, 2 radiators and leaded light stained glass internal windows.
Spacious Lounge - 25' 1'' x 21' 11'' (7.64m x 6.68m)
Exposed brick fireplace/chimney breast incorporating a log burning stove, vaulted beamed ceiling, 2 side facing double glazed windows, double glazed french doors to rear garden and 2 double radiators.
Rear Hall
Utility Room - 11' 8'' x 5' 4'' (3.55m x 1.62m)
Base units and free standing oil central heating boiler.
Office - 10' 9'' x 8' 10'' (3.27m x 2.69m)
Front and side facing windows, recessed ceiling spot lights and double radiator. Leads to:-
Sauna - 5' 3'' x 3' 8'' (1.60m x 1.12m)
Pine panelled ceiling and walls. Bench.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 16' 7'' x 15' 4'' (5.05m x 4.67m)
REFITTED Belfast sink with granite worktops having solid pine cupboards and drawers below. Rangemaster free-standing cooker with LPG hob and electric ovens and grill below. 3 front facing windows, rear facing window, door to garden, slate tiled floor, beamed ceiling, part tiled walls and radiator. Archway leads to:-
Dining Room - 20' 8'' x 10' 1'' (6.29m x 3.07m)
Raised wood block parquet floor, vaulted beamed ceiling, log burning stove on a raised slate hearth. 2 front facing windows and double radiator.
Inner Hall
Second staircase leading to the first floor, radiator, tiled floor and built-in cloaks cupboard.
Bedroom 5 - 17' 9'' x 9' 4'' (5.41m x 2.84m)
2 rear facing double glazed windows and radiator. Door to:-
Room - 10' 6'' x 7' 0'' (3.20m x 2.13m)
FIRST FLOOR
Landing
Velux roof skylight window and radiator. Pressurised hot water cylinder.
Master Bedroom - 16' 9'' x 15' 6'' (5.10m x 4.72m)
3 Velux roof skylight windows and shuttered circular window, exposed beams and 2 radiators.
En-Suite Shower Room - 12' 3'' x 4' 10'' (3.73m x 1.47m)
Shower cubicle with mains mixer shower unit, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Fully tiled walls, rear facing Velux roof skylight window and radiator.
Bedroom 2 - 15' 6'' x 9' 10'' (4.72m x 2.99m)
Velux roof skylight window, front facing circular window, ceiling beams and radiator.
Bedroom 3 - 13' 1'' x 11' 2'' (3.98m x 3.40m)
Rear facing double glazed window, side facing Velux roof skylight window, exposed brick wall, ceiling beams, radiator and louvre door wardrobes.
Family Bathroom - 8' 11'' x 5' 2'' (2.72m x 1.57m)
Panelled bath with mains mixer shower unit, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Fully tiled walls, double glazed Velux roof skylight window, chrome towel rail/radiator. Built-in cupboards.
Second Landing
Velux roof skylight window.
Bedroom 4 - 10' 7'' x 7' 2'' (3.22m x 2.18m)
and 10' 7\" x 9' 10\" (3.22m x 2.99m) Divided into two main areas and having 2 double glazed Velux roof sky light windows.
Store - 10' 7'' x 7' 0'' (3.22m x 2.13m)
Front and side facing windows. Radiator.
Outside
Shared gravel private lane leads to the courtyard which has parking for several vehicles.Easily managed front garden with well stocked borders including flowers, bushes and shrubs.There is a driveway to the side of the property with a private parking area for 2 cars.The formal enclosed rear garden is laid to lawn and has large crazy paved patio areas with steps leading up to the well stocked shrubberies which have a variety of flowers, bushes, trees and shrubs. A raised seating area with balustrade is linked by a timber foot bridge which crosses the waterfall feature and ornamental garden pond.Beyond the colourful neatly tended formal gardens there lies the additional agricultural paddock which has been part planted with specimen trees including an orchard, wildlife and play areas. This is a brilliant place to be and is very tranquil, in the fact that it backs onto open fields.
Large Garage - 17' 0'' x 13' 9'' (5.18m x 4.19m)
Man Cave - 11' 9'' x 9' 8'' (3.58m x 2.94m)
This is actually a useful metal storage shed!
Services
Mains water and electricity. Septic tank drainage.
Central Heating
Oil fired boiler to radiators and domestic hot water.
Property Features :
- Detached Barn Conversion
- Large Plot With Agricultural Paddock
- 3/4 Reception Rooms & 5/6 Bedrooms (One En-Suite)
- Large Garage & Wildlife Gardens
- Wealth Of Beams And Character Features
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