4 bedroom character property for sale

Set within almost 4.5 acres of attractive formal gardens and paddocks, this distinctive detached country house has been renovated and extended to a high standard, and provides adaptable family accommodation which is beautifully presented. Entrance Hall, Cloak Room, Sitting Room, Dining Room, large double glazed Conservatory, Breakfast Kitchen, Study area, Principal Bedroom with En-suite and balcony, 3 further Bedrooms and Family Bathroom. Detached outbuilding providing Garaging, Workshops and Home Office with planning consent to covert to ancillary accommodation. A beautiful home in a superb semi rural yet convenient location.

This distinctive detached country house stands within almost 4.5 acres of attractive formal gardens, lawns and paddocks and forms part of an attractive semi rural locality just a short distance from the popular village of Holt. Day to day amenities are readily available in the village, and the house is well placed for easy access to Farndon, Rossett, Malpas, Wrexham and the historic City of Chester.
Dating back to the mid 1700's the cottage was significantly extended, renovated and modernised in 2005 to provide what is today a well balanced and naturally light family house, with a versatile arrangement of accommodation which is warmed by a modern oil fired central heating system complemented by timber framed double glazing throughout.
At ground floor level there are 2 separate generous Reception Rooms, a substantial double glazed Conservatory with excellent views of the gardens, plus a well equipped modern Dining Kitchen with integrated appliances. Moreover there is a useful Utility and Cloak Room with wc plus an attractive Hall which affords space for computer desk/study etc.

At First Floor level the Principal Bedroom has the benefit of an En-suite Wash Room plus an impressive free standing roll top bath on ball and claw feet, double glazed doors to a Paris style balcony and a further set of double glazed doors leading out to an attractive raised paved balcony with views of the rear garden and paddocks. There are 3 further Bedrooms together with a well appointed House Bathroom.

The Willows is approached through an impressive brick pillared and walled entrance with double timber gates (which have an electricity supply close to hand and could be motorised) giving access to a loose stone driveway which passes a small area of lawn to the left plus a vast expanse of rectangular shaped lawn to the right, before crossing a babbling stream (tributary of the River Dee) before widening in front of the car port to provide ample vehicular parking/turning space. Beside the detached outbuilding is further hardstanding and ample space for caravan/boat/horse box etc. To the immediate rear of the house is a large paved patio area providing ample space for outdoor furniture. The patio is enclosed by low brick walling which provides an excellent space for outdoor entertaining. Outside of the double doors from the Conservatory is a raised decked patio the continuation of which crosses the stream again meeting the large rectangular lawned area to the front. In front of the rear patio is an attractive area of formal garden predominantly laid to lawn for ease of maintenance. The garden is fringed with established hedging and affords high levels of privacy.

Within the garden areas are an attractive wildlife pond (custom designed) fringed with semi aquatic plants and containing aquatic plant varieties including reed maize and varities of floating water lily. The pond has an island plus an adjacent detached timber Summer House with decked patio area. Beyond the formal area of garden are 2 useful and valuable areas of paddock. The first enclosure is open plan to the formal area of garden, allowing prospective purchasers to establish a stockproof fence at a position of their own liking. Beyond the established hedged boundaries are further paddock enclosures. The land lends itself well to the keeping of livestock and will be of particular interest to those who enjoy equestrian pursuits. In all the area extends to 4.49 acres or thereabouts.

Outside

Detached Outbuilding

(FORMER STABLES)
The outbuilding has planning consent granted for it's conversion to provide ancillary accommodation in the form of a Granny Annex/Dependant Relatives Suite with 2 Bedrooms, Living Room, Dining Kitchen and Bathroom plus optional Double Garage extension. The building lends itself to a variety of uses and could be adopted as a Home/Office/Games Room/
Gymnasium etc or easily restored as stables. The building is currently arranged with block elevations beneath a slate roof and comprises

Car Port

5.77m(18'11'') x 4.93m(16'2'')

Open fronted with electric light and power. Internal door to

Workshop/Hobby Room

5.84m(19'2'') x 4.52m(14'10'')

With 2 double glazed windows to rear and electric light and power.

Home Office

3.94m(12'11'') x 4.09m(13'5'')

Excellent fitted range of Poggenpohl kitchen units comprising eye level cupboards with matching base cupboards and drawers plus laminated working surfaces. Fitted work/computer station, double glazed window overlooking the front driveway and garden. Access to roof void and timber effect laminate flooring.

Lockable Garden Store

4.52m(14'10'') x 2.77m(9'1'')

With electric light and power. (Full details and information regarding the granted planning consent to convert this building is available upon request from the Selling Agents).

In detail the accommodation comprises:

Ground Floor

Cottage style oak porch to front with timber detailing, herringbone pattern brick step and hardwood entrance. Period style door bell. door to

Cloak Room

Low level wc with dual push button cistern, marble tiled floor, corner wash basin, radiator, wall mounted shaver socket and extractor fan.

Entrance Hall

Attractive solid oak staircase rising to the First Floor with galleried landing above. Two period style radiators, the hallway is open plan to an attractive study area which also offers potential for displaying of furniture. Here is a double glazed window with attractive views to the front.

Sitting Room

5.54m(18'2'') x 5.05m(16'7'')

Four wall light points, two period style radiators, double glazed window with leaded glass enjoying a pleasant outlook over the front garden and over wooded countryside beyond. Two television aerials. Attractive dressed stone fireplace with matching hearth and inset open grate. Feature ceiling timber.

Dining Room

5.08m(16'8'') x 3.73m(12'3'')

Attractive wide plank pine flooring, period style radiator, 4 wall light points and 2 pairs of double glazed double doors leading out to a large paved patio area.

Dining/Kitchen

5.59m(18'4'') x 4.62m(15'2'') overall

A sizeable family kitchen which is fitted with an extensive range of contemporary units, comprising eye level cupboards with matching base cupboards and drawers. Double granite working surfaces with matching granite upstand, one and a half bowl porcelain sink with porcelain drainer and mixer tap. Integrated Miele double oven with integrated Sharp microwave adjacent. Frameless ceramic touch control hob with place variation settings, and contemporary stainless steel bespoke extractor hood above. Integrated full sized Miele dishwasher, fitted pan drawers (all drawers soft close) double glazed window with attractive outlook over the gardens and paddocks. Two period style radiators, multiple recess downlighters, ceramic tiled floor, worktop lighting. Wall light point, further matching range of storage units with integrated double drawer fridge and freezer. Large fitted wine rack and adjacent cupboard with double granite working surface having open fronted display/storage shelves. Double glazed double doors leading out to an attractive rear patio and enjoying views of the garden and paddocks.

Utility Room

Ceramic tiled floor, freestanding Worcester oil fired central heating boiler, space and plumbing connections for an automatic washing machine. Fitted range of storage cupboards, laminated working surfaces and double glazed window to side.

Double Glazed Conservatory

5.38m(17'8'') x 4.57m(15'0'')

Ceramic tiled floor, UPVC construction with ample glazing on 3 elevations plus a fully glazed gable. The Conservatory provides attractive views of the surrounding gardens and paddocks plus onward over well wooded countryside. Built on a dwarf wall the conservatory also has twin electric convector heaters. UPVC double glazed double doors leading to an attractive raised decked area.

First Floor Landing

Galleried. With feature timber work, radiator, 2 double glazed windows with leaded glass enjoying far reaching rural views. Solid oak staircase with a galleried landing area having solid oak newel posts, spindles and handrail. Useful built in linen cupboards/wardrobes both with fitted hanging rails and shelving.

Bedroom One

4.65m(15'3'') x 5.59m(18'4'')

A sizeable Principal Bedroom with radiator, 2 wall light points, double glazed double doors leading out to a raised paved balcony with timber surround which enjoys attractive views over the garden areas and paddocks beyond. The bedroom also has a telephone point and a feature period style roll type slipper bath on ball and claw feet with Victorian style shower attachment.

En-Suite Wash Room

Low level wc with dual push button cistern, contemporary pedestal wash basin with glass basin and modern mixer tap. Chrome heated towel rail/radiator, marble tiled floor, 2 wall light points, recess downlighters, extractor fan and double glazed window to side.

Bedroom Two

4.24m(13'11'') x 2.46m(8'1'')

With access to roof void, radiator, double glazed window with leaded glass enjoying attractive views of the front garden area and over well wooded countryside. Built in wardrobe providing both hanging and storage space.

Bedroom Three

4.11m(13'6'') x 2.44m(8'0'')

With radiator, double glazed window with attractive outlook over the gardens and paddocks beyond. Built in wardrobe providing both hanging and storage space.

Bedroom Four

3.18m(10'5'') x 2.03m(6'8'')

With radiator, television aerial point, access to roof void and double glazed window with leaded glass enjoying an attractive outlook to the front over the garden area and well wooded countryside.

Bathroom

Fitted 3 piece white contemporary suite comprising panelled bath with modern mixer tap, pedestal wash basin with tiled splashback and dual push button low level wc. Wall mounted shaver socket, recess downlighters, extractor fan, access to roof void, double glazed window to side and corner tiled shower enclosure with Bristan thermostatic shower connected providing overhead shower drencher plus body jets.

Services

Mains water and electricity. Oil heating. Septic tank drainage.

Tenure

The tenure is understood to be freehold but this detail has not been confirmed from the Title Deeds. Vacant possession upon completion.

Viewing

Strictly by appointment with the Agents, Wright Manley, Chester Office, 15 Grosvenor Street, Chester, CH1 2DD, Telephone No: 01244-317833. Fax No. 01244-320701. E Mail: carolyn@wrightmanley.co.uk
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