Property description

THE OLD APPLEYARD: CHARMING SPACIOUS BARN CONVERSION! Dating back to 1888 and formerly outbuildings for the local farm, this character three-bedroomed home has been tastefully and sympathetically converted and renovated about thirteen years ago and now provides well-proportioned accommodation in a delightful semi-rural setting. There is also a large detached double garage. A look inside reveals: a entrance reception area/office, cloakroom/w.c., spacious lounge with feature brick fireplace with open grate, a well-proportioned fitted dining kitchen with oak-style units, a galleried landing on the first floor, master bedroom with a range of fitted wardrobes and drawers and a refitted en suite shower room, two further double bedrooms and a luxury family bathroom with airbath whirlpool spa.

THE LOCATION
The property lies just off the A453 a short distance from Castle Donington and Diseworth with easy access to the M1 and M42 motorways and nearby nature walks and trails including the Cloud Trail.

ABOUT THE PROPERTY
THE OLD APPLEYARD: Dating back to 1888 and formerly outbuildings for the local farm, this character three-bedroomed home has been tastefully and sympathetically converted and renovated about thirteen years ago and now provides good-sized accommodation in a delightful semi-rural setting. There is also a large detached double garage which has been internally boarded and would be ideal as gymnasium or childrens' playroom. CCTV compliments the alarm and auto dialler system. The property is handy for the East Midlands airport and the M1 and M42 motorways linking through to several major Midland towns and cities. A look inside reveals: a entrance reception area/office, cloakroom/w.c., spacious lounge with feature brick fireplace with open grate, a well-proportioned fitted dining kitchen with oak-style units, a galleried landing on the first floor, master bedroom with a range of fitted wardrobes and drawers and a refitted en suite shower room, two further double bedrooms and a luxury family bathroom with airbath whirlpool spa. A wide 50ft sun terrace and a 180' long lawned rear garden completes the picture.

ACCOMMODATION IN DETAIL


From the main road, twin five-bar gates open onto the driveway with access (and maintenance) shared between the three barns and the farmhouse. A UPVC half-glazed entrance door at the far end of the building opens into the:

RECEPTION HALL / OFFICE AREA
With a feature stone-built wall, exposed brick wall, two feature exposed ceiling beams, tiled flooring, an electric storage radiator, French doors to the rear sun terrace and garden and oak doors to the lounge and:

CLOAKROOM/W.C.
Comprising: a pedestal wash basin and low-flush toilet. Tiled floor, coat hooks, wall-hung electric fan heater and a UPVC double glazed opaque front window.

SPACIOUS LOUNGE - 20' 8'' max x 16' 6'' (6.3m x 5.03m)
The focal point of this good-sized living room is the feature brick-built fireplace with substantial beam over, open fire grate and quarry tiled hearth. In the corner of the room is a range of fitted cupboards and shelves including space for a widescreen television. There's an exposed brick pillar, electric storage radiators, recessed halogen ceiling lights and a smoke detector. French doors to the rear lead outside onto the flagstone sun terrace and rear garden. A UPVC double glazed rear window, and a full-height double glazed window to the front aspect which extends to the first floor level and landing. Stairs (with storage cupboard under) rise to the first floor accommodation.


From the lounge, twin latched oak doors lead through to the adjoining:

FARMHOUSE DINING KITCHEN - 17' 2'' x 13' 4'' (5.23m x 4.06m)
A well-proportioned kitchen with dining area. Fitted with a range of oak-style base and drawer units and matching wall cupboards. There's a one and a half bowl stainless steel sink and drainer with stylish mixer tap, tiled splash-backs and complementary roll-edged worktops. An inset four-ring electric hob with built-in overhead stylish extractor hood, and built-in electric oven/grill. An integrated Bosch dishwasher and an integrated upright fridge/freezer. Space and plumbing for a washing machine and ample space for a table and chairs. A beamed ceiling, stainless steel plinths, TV aerial point, UPVC opaque glazed front door and double glazed window, and French doors to the rear aspect accessing the sun terrace and garden.


Returning to the lounge, stairs rise to the:

FIRST FLOOR ACCOMMODATION

GALLERIED LANDING
With a feature full-height ground floor to ceiling UPVC double glazed front window. An electric storage radiator, recessed halogen ceiling lights, airing cupboard housing the insulated hot water cylinder and linen shelves, and latched oak doors to the three bedrooms and family bathroom.

SPACIOUS MASTER BEDROOM ONE - 17' 1'' x 14' 2'' (5.21m x 4.32m)
A generous-sized principal bedroom fitted with a comprehensive range of wardrobes, over-bed-space cupboards, drawer unit, dressing table and a further corner cupboard unit. A door to a storage cupboard with shelves. two electric storage radiators, and dual-aspect UPVC double glazed windows to the front and rear elevations.


A latched oak door to the adjoining:

REFITTED EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM - 9' 3'' x 6' 8'' (2.82m x 2.03m)
A good-sized en suite comprising: a tiled corner shower cubicle with electric shower, vanity wash basin with cupboards under, and a low-flush toilet. A wall cupboard with mirror, light and electric shaver point. A chrome electric heated towel rail radiator, electric wall-mounted fan heater, tiled walls, vinyl flooring and an extractor fan. A UPVC double glazed rear window.

DOUBLE BEDROOM TWO - 19' 1'' x 8' 8'' max (5.82m x 2.64m)
With access to the loft space, an electric storage radiator, halogen ceiling lights and two UPVC double glazed windows overlooking the rear garden and open aspect.

DOUBLE BEDROOM THREE - 13' 3'' x 7' 9'' max inc. wardrobes (4.04m x 2.36m)
Fitted with a range of corner wardrobes with hanging rail and shelves, an electric storage radiator, halogen spotlights and a UPVC double glazed front window.

LUXURY FAMILY BATHROOM
Comprising: an airbath whirlpool spa with centre chrome mixer tap and hand-held rinser attachment, tiled corner shower cubicle with electric shower, vanity wash basin with cupboards under, and a low-flush toilet. A chrome electric heated towel radiator, halogen ceiling lights, tiled walls, Xpelair extractor, wall-mounted electric fan heater and a UPVC double glazed rear window.

OUTSIDE

DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE - 19' 0'' long x 17' 5'' wide (5.79m x 5.31m)
With an external light, internal boarded walls, security alarm, power and halogen lighting. Alternative uses could include a childrens' playroom or gymnasium.

REAR GARDEN
With a flagstone sun terrace believed to measure approximately 53feet wide by 15 feet deep with steps leading down to the 180ft long garden (or thereabouts). There's a useful garden shed, and fencing and hedging to the boundaries.

AND FINALLY...
A charming three-bedroomed family home enjoying well-proportioned accommodation. Viewing is highly recommended!

HOW TO GET THERE
From our NEWTON FALLOWELL office in the heart of MELBOURNE: Go straight across into Church Street and head out of town. On entering the village of Wilson, turn left at the sharp right hand bend. In a few hundred yards, at the T-junction, turn right, following this road to the next T-junction with the A453. Turn left. Straight on at the traffic lights (ignoring the left turn for Castle Donington). Straight on at the next roundabout. In about 100 metres, turn right into Brooklet Farm at the five bar gates - identified by our 'For Sale' board. Number 2, The Old Appleyard, is the second property on the left hand side. POST CODE for SATNAVS: DE74 2RL.

PLEASE NOTE:
SERVICES: All mains are connected except gas or sewage. The heating is via electric storage radiators using cheaper rate Economy 7 electricity. Sewage is handled by the Biotec tank which is located on property no. 3 and emptied annually - the cost being split between the four properties. MEASUREMENTS: Please note that room sizes are quoted in metres to the nearest tenth of a metre measured from wall to wall. The imperial equivalent is included as an approximate guide for applicants not fully conversant with the metric system. Room measurements are included as a guide to room sizes and are not intended to be used when ordering carpets or flooring. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by Newton Fallowell and no guarantee as to their operating ability or their efficiency can be given. TENURE: Freehold - with vacant possession on completion. Newton Fallowell recommend that purchasers satisfy themselves as to the tenure of this property and we recommend they consult a legal representative such as a solicitor appointed in their purchase.

Property Info:

• FLOOR PLAN