An exceptional double fronted period detached residence that boasts extensive & particularly versatile accommodation arranged over four well proportioned floors, and extending to approximately 4000 square feet. This stunning home is beautifully appointed throughout, and over the years has been refurbished to exacting standards to combine a wealth of original features with a contemporary design theme. The property offers perfectly balanced accommodation with 4 Grand Reception Rooms to the Ground Floor in addition to a well appointed Breakfast Kitchen with bi folding doors opening to the garden. Lower Ground Floor Converted Cellars that can be accessed independent to the main residence, and provide a versatile Reception Room, Utility Room and Bathroom. There are 5 Double Bedrooms over the 2 upper floors, served by 2 further Bathrooms and an additional WC. This imposing Period home benefits from a plethora of original features that are both impressive and numerous with Original Sash windows, 10'6 high corniced ceilings, Decorative Ceiling Roses, Original Victorian Tiled Flooring to the Hallway, Wide Stripped Floorboards to the Reception Rooms, Stunning Stained Glass Windows and an impressive Spindle Balustrade Staircase. These traditional features sit comfortably next to stylish contemporary design, high specification Kitchen and Bathroom fittings, stainless steel finish door furnishings, sockets and light switches. The truly magnificent space internally is complemented by an excellent size well tended rear garden with stone paved patio and seating area, which is accessed via the 2 Reception Rooms and the Breakfast Kitchen. The property is conveniently positioned within a few moments walk of Altrincham Town Centre, it's facilities and the Metrolink. A generous driveway provides ample off road parking, and there are gate posts that have the facility to erect electric gates for further security and privacy. In summary a magnificent property that genuinely needs to be viewed to be fully appreciated.
Description
A truly magnificent double fronted Victorian detached property with extensive and versatile accommodation arranged over four floors, extending to approximately 4000 sq ft, and beautifully appointed throughout combining a wealth of original features The property offers perfectly balanced family accommodation and original features are both impressive and numerous, including original sash windows, 10'6' high corniced ceilings, decorative ceiling roses, original Victorian tiled flooring to the hall, wide stripped floorboards to the reception rooms, stained glass windows and an impressive spindle balustrade staircase.
These traditional features sit comfortably next to stylish contemporary design, high specification kitchen and bathroom fittings, stainless steel finish door furnishings, sockets and light switches.
Entrance porch
Accessed via the original entrance door. Stunning Victorian tiled floor. Double doors with beautiful stained glass windows lead to:
Entrance hallway
A spacious 'L' shaped hallway featuring a 10'6' high ceiling and impressive spindle balustrade staircase rising the first floor. Original doors provide access to the stunning ground floor accommodation. A rear door gives access to a staircase leading to the lower ground floor converted cellars and to a side porch providing secondary access to the property, therefore boasting fantastic potential to utilise as a completely independent suite or business if required.
Living room
A beautiful living room with high corniced ceiling. Wide bay window to the side and French doors with side windows and stained glass leaded lights giving access to the rear garden. Stripped wooden floorboards. Fireplace surround.
Drawing room
A magnificent drawing room with windows to the front and side elevations. High corniced ceiling. Stripped wooden floorboards.
Family room
Ideal for day to day living, with a wide bay window to the front elevation. High corniced ceiling. Stripped wooden floorboards.
Dining room
French doors give access to the rear garden. Oversized ceramic floor tiles. This room opens directly to:
Breakfast kitchen
Luxuriously appointed breakfast kitchen featuring 11' wide bi-folding concertina opening doors to the rear garden and patio. The kitchen is fitted with a range of dark oak fronted units by Johnson & Johnson with stained glass steel finish handles and white Corian worktops. A 6' square Corian topped island unit with inset sink and breakfast bar. Integrated and freestanding Smeg and Samsung appliances include a stainless steel Range cooker with 6-ring gas burners and extractor fan over. Stainless steel American style recess fridge/freezer. Stainless steel microwave, drinks fridge and dishwasher. Continuation of the oversized ceramic floor tiles from the dining room.
Utility room
A well appointed utility room with door to:
Downstairs WC
White contemporary suite with chrome fittings.
Lower ground floor
The cellars have been converted to building regulations and provide additional spacious and versatile accommodation that could be utilised as a guest suite. There is a living room/bedroom, kitchen and bathroom. Ceramic floor tiling throughout with under floor heating and extensive stainless steel finish low voltage halogen lighting.
First floor landing
A generous landing and additional inner landing. Stunning stained glass windows. Spindle balustrade around the staircase opening. Original heavy panelled doors provide access to four fantastic double bedrooms and two bathrooms. A further staircase form the inner landing leads to the fifth double bedroom.
Master bedroom
A well appointed and spacious double bedroom with a wide bay window feature and additional window overlooking the rear garden. Stripped wooden floorboards. High corniced ceiling. Door to:
En-suite bathroom
With branded fittings by Duravit and Axor Hansgrohe and fitted with a white suite comprising vanity WC with enclosed cistern. Large wet room style shower area with rain showerhead and additional handheld shower fitting. Wash basin with chrome mixer tap. Chrome finished halogen lighting. Oversized ceramic tiling to the walls and floor.
Bedroom two
Window to the front elevation. High cornice ceiling. Stripped wooden floorboards. Door to useful linen/dressing room, also accessed from Bedroom Three.
Bedroom three
Window to the front elevation. High cornice ceiling. Stripped wooden floorboards. As mentioned, a door gives access to useful linen/dressing room.
Separate WC
White low level WC. Wash hand basin.
Bedroom four/guest bedroom
Accessed from the inner landing with useful storage space beneath the stairs.
En-suite bathroom
Fitted with a Victorian style white suite with chrome fittings comprising claw-foot bath with Victorian style shower over and drench rain showerhead. WC.
Second floor
bedroom five
Being the highest point of the house, this room enjoys far-reaching views of the area and over the rear garden.
General description outside
The property is approached via a generous block paved driveway providing off road parking. There are two recessed gateposts with potential to erect remotely operated sliding electric gates. The rear garden is approached via French doors from the living room, dining room and breakfast kitchen. A gate gives access to the side of the property. A wide stone paved patio area with ample space for a large garden table and chairs, ideal for a summer garden patio or barbecue. A step up leads to a shaped timber decked seating area. These areas enclose an excellent sized, well tended lawn with borders stocked with mature shrubs, bushes, trees and plants.
Tenure & council tax
This property is freehold and free from chief rent and is in the Trafford Borough, Council tax - Band E (£1, 607.42 pa).
From our Altrincham office, proceed along Railway Street which becomes Stamford New Road. Continue through the town centre and past the train station on the right hand side. At the next set of traffic lights, continue straight across onto Barrington Road and after a short distance, the property will be found on the left hand side, easily identified by the Thornley Groves 'for sale' board.
The property is situated within walking distance of Altrincham town centre with an excellent range of shopping and recreational facilities including Marks & Spencer, House of Fraser, Debenhams, Waterstones, Tesco and Sainsbury's. Trafford benefits from highly regarded schools for children of all ages, both in the public and private sectors. For commuters, the motorway links providing nationwide access lie within a ten minute drive and Manchester International Airport is just a fifteen minute drive away. The Metrolink line can be accessed at the railway station in Altrincham town centre providing a quick service into Manchester city centre and beyond.
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