Ince Lane, Elton, Chester, Cheshire West and Ches, CH2

The Property

Laurel Farm is a substantial brick built agricultural, 18th century, Grade II Listed Farmhouse having a range of beautiful, converted buildings with many character features including exposed beams & sandstone brickwork. The two buildings sit on 2 sides of the centralised courtyard. The spacious and adaptable accommodation layout is arranged over two floors and extends to approx. 4000sq ft with added cellars and attic space. Building two - Drift Barn - offers potential for a variety of uses including a holiday rental/Airbnb property or an annexe for a dependent relative. The property is ideal for those looking for a spacious and beautifully presented family home, with additional dwelling, garden and privacy.

The accommodation

Laurel Farm is entered from the courtyard into an enclosed porch with stoned tiled flooring with original wooden doors leading off to the elaborate boot room having space and plumbing for washing machine. The grand hallway with adjoining downstairs WC and library / dining room. The hub of the house is a traditional kitchen with integrated appliances to include, wine fridge, dishwasher, Belfast sink and fridge with space for range cooker, off the kitchen is a pantry. The focal point of the house is the impressive sociable positioned light and airy Orangery offers idyllic views overlooking the rear garden and offers ample space for the largest of families to enjoy. The main lounge is of excellent proportions and has a log burning stove with access to the front entrance of the property, an elegant drawing room also includes a grand Victorian focal fireplace with wooden surround, two dual aspect windows to the front and side elevation. The principal staircase rises to (truncated)

Drift Barn

Adjacent to the house, positioned along the northern boundary of the property, is a substantial, former agricultural building of brick construction under natural slate roofing. The property is double storey with a vaulted ceiling with exposed trusses. The barn comprises of Entrance hall, utility room, downstairs W/C, kitchen, living / dining room and stairs leading to the first floor. Two double bedrooms each with their own luxurious en suite bathrooms.

External

The entrance opens onto an extensive cobbled courtyard providing parking for numerous vehicles, walk through the gated entrance opening onto the gardens around the southern side of the property giving access to an established south west facing garden. The rear garden is predominantly lawned, with established hedged boundaries with a variety of trees and established raspberry and rhubarb, and a variety of other perennials. With a timber-built summer house and benefits from lighting, power points and additional green house. There are several seating areas to enjoy the rural setting.

Location

Nestled on the edge of the picturesque village of Elton, this incredible farmhouse offers both privacy and convenience, with the amenities of Elton village just a short distance away and is well-placed for commuting close to excellent transport links. Don't miss the opportunity to make this beautiful house your home.