East Street, Stanwick

‘Aspirational Homes’ from Magenta Estate Agents showcase a superb four-bedroomed Victorian cottage built in 1840. Thanks to a later two-storey side extension, the property now includes a utility room, snug/family room, and fabulous master bedroom suite with walk-in wardrobe and en suite bathroom.

GROUND FLOOR

Enter the cottage to the front aspect into the HALL which affords a warm welcome evocative of the Victorian era: the soaring high ceiling bestows a spacious feel and conveys a certain grandeur. White wall panelling strikes a contrast with the wallpapered walls above, while an attractive staircase with turned spindles rises to the first-floor landing. There is also a useful understairs cupboard. Off the hall is a good-sized CLOAKROOM fitted with a traditional blue floral Staffordshire ‘Charlotte’ suite comprising a pedestal basin and high-level WC.

Accessed via a pine glazed door from the hall is the superlative KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM which is fitted with a bespoke sage green Shaker kitchen, including a glazed dresser, complemented by granite worktops and upstands; the centrepiece kitchen island features white cabinetry with granite worktop and floating circular breakfast bar – a great place to perch with a coffee or tea. In addition to the undermount ‘Butler’-style sink there are also a ‘Belling’ range cooker recessed into an exposed brick surround with extractor over, feature ceiling beam, built-in fridge and dishwasher, and a built-in cupboard with light connected and under-counter space for a freezer. A door leads to the UTILITY ROOM where there is space for a washing machine and tumble dryer. The gas boiler is also housed within the utility, and a door leads to the rear garden.

Open plan to the kitchen, the SNUG/FAMILY ROOM has been fondly christened by the vendors ‘Calming Corner’. With the exposed brick walling, painted wall panelling mirroring the kitchen cabinetry, and slate-effect laminate floor tiles, this versatile room has a cosy, cocooning feel.

Exuding period charm, the SITTING/DINING ROOM affords a formal dining space open plan to a comfortable, more relaxed sitting area where you can retreat after dinner to gather around the traditional fireplace. Features include ornate ceiling cornicing and fireside alcoves ideal for display.

The final ground-floor room is the uPVC CONSERVATORY which is flooded with natural light and enjoys a great connection with the garden via the French doors.

FIRST FLOOR

Arriving at the LANDING stop for a minute to admire the bespoke ceiling rose with floral detailing meticulously painted by hand. The stained-glass arched window is another pleasing feature. From the landing, doors lead to the bedrooms.

Painted in a restful, muted shade of green, the MASTER BEDROOM is of an excellent size with pleasing rear views of the garden. The bedroom fireplace affords the room a suitably period feel whilst the WALK-IN WARDROBE provides spacious and organised storage for your clothing and accessories. A door leads to the EN SUITE BATHROOM where you can luxuriate in the freestanding ball and claw bath. Completing the bathroom are a high-level WC, traditional basin, and shower enclosure with ‘rainfall’ shower system, all complemented by decorative wall tiling and herringbone-style flooring.

A well-proportioned double, BEDROOM TWO features a cast-iron bedroom fireplace which pops against the crisp white walls. Dark oak laminate flooring warms up the room. BEDROOMS THREE and FOUR are both well-presented rooms overlooking the garden, bedroom four benefiting from an en suite and thus making it ideal for guests needing their own bathroom facilities. The EN SUITE enjoys a feature exposed stone wall and is fitted with a basin, WC and shower enclosure with ‘rainfall’ shower system.

OUTSIDE

Enclosed by low stone walling, the front garden has been ‘carpeted’ in artificial grass with a feature holly tree planted in the centre. A block-paved driveway provides off-street parking, while steps lead up to the main entrance door over which is an attractive canopy porch with light.

The icing on the cake of this stunning home is the delightful rear garden, inviting and established with mature plants and trees including a palm and monkey puzzle tree. The garden is mainly laid to lawn with a private paved patio ideal for seating; raised planted borders edged with sleepers afford the patio a pleasing backdrop.

To the rear of the garden is a unique brick- and stone-built, covered entertaining area: the perfect place to host come rain or shine. Power up your fridge for cold beers or a chilled glass of wine, light up a barbecue and gather round your guests. For cooler evenings, illuminate and warm the space with festoon lighting and a roaring fire. The garden further benefits from a two wisteria-clad storage barns and gated pedestrian access to the front of the property.

EPC rating: D