The Elms, Station Road, Bleasby

Property Ref SM0559

This stunning historic Victorian residence, constructed in 1895, is situated in a picturesque village on a half-acre of beautifully established grounds. The property exudes charm and character, preserving numerous original features. Having been a cherished family home for the current owners and their family over the past 50 years, it offers an exceptional living experience. I warmly invite you to visit The Elms and explore its unique appeal with me.

Upon entering through the front door, one is immediately struck by the impressive ceiling height, the exquisite Amtico polished flooring, the remarkable original pine spindled staircase, and the anaglypta that embellishes the walls, all harmoniously reflecting the property's historical character.

Sitting Room - The sitting room offers a delightful area for reading or watching television, retaining all its period features intact following renovations, including detailed coving and ceiling roses. This bright space benefits from triple-aspect windows, featuring a bay window at the front that is enhanced by vibrant planting in the front garden, while French doors at the rear grant convenient access to the garden. The open fireplace contributes to the room's coziness and warmth, complemented by the neutral carpet underfoot.

Dining room - The dining room has recently undergone a complete redecoration, featuring two sash windows on the front elevation, a stylish fireplace surround with a newly installed wood burning stove, and a serving hatch that opens into the kitchen at the back. The deep-coral mottled wallpaper enhances the room's ambiance, complemented by the exquisite original ceiling rose, picture rail, and coving. This versatile space is ideal for hosting friends and family for formal dining or can easily serve as a home office, playroom, or second living area.

Lobby with access to: cloaks with low level WC, shower, wash hand basin and towel radiator.

Kitchen/Diner - The kitchen Diner has been expanded to create a space that is ideally suited for family living, featuring a built-in breakfast bar and ample storage. This custom-designed kitchen includes an extensive array of units topped with solid oak work surfaces, complemented by Karndean flooring throughout. It is equipped with an integrated fridge freezer, dishwasher, oven, induction hob, and washing machine, along with a cast iron Rayburn Oven that provides exceptional versatility for various cooking requirements. The dining area of the extension is bathed in natural light from multiple sources, including a electrically operated Velux window  and quadruple-pane double French doors that open onto the garden. This space offers generous room for a large dining table, promoting a more casual dining atmosphere.

First Floor - Landing with sash window to the front and back elevation and doors leading off to;

Bathroom - The bathroom reflects the Victorian era of the property, featuring tiled flooring and tongue-and-groove paneling. It includes a roll-top bath equipped with a classic Victorian mixer tap, a low-level toilet, a traditional sink, and the original door. Additionally, there is a spacious corner shower with both a rainfall and a handheld shower attachment.

Bedroom 1 - showcases dual-aspect sash windows that provide views from both the front and side. It includes built-in wardrobes, original coving, and a picture rail, along with the distinctive feature of original dual entry doors.

Bedroom 2 - Bedroom 2 features built-in, fully fitted wardrobes with an up-and-over design. It boasts dual-aspect sash windows that provide views of both the side and front elevations. The room retains its original coving and is currently also utilised as a home office, allowing the owner to enjoy the beautiful vistas of the front garden.

Bedroom 3 - A double room with a tongue and groove ceiling and a sash window facing the rear elevation.

Bedroom 4 - This room includes a convenient storage cupboard and features a sash window on the rear elevation.

OUTSIDE - The property is approached via an expansive gravel driveway that leads directly to the front entrance and provides access to a double garage. Set on a 1/2 acre plot, the garden beautifully encircles the entire property and is truly remarkable. The current owners, passionate horticulturists, have dedicated many years of effort to cultivate this space, which has frequently been opened to the public for viewing.

The expansive garden features a diverse collection of specimen trees, shrubs, and perennial flowers. Among the notable specimen trees are a towering diadora, an ancient willow, a horse chestnut, mature yews, and a trio of siberian birches adjacent to a small pinetum. Additionally, there are tall thujas, a well-established acer, and two magnolias, specifically grandiflora and stellata. The landscape is enhanced by sweeping lawns and a pond nourished by a waterfall, which supports water lilies and yellow irises. A designated soft fruit area includes bushes of plum, gooseberry, and black currant. The initial view from the entrance reveals topiaried yews, a climbing rosa banksii, and a striking hydrangea petaloris.

The back area features a delicate miniature box edging that frames beds of perennial plants, complemented by substantial Victorian architectural slabs and a brick-patterned pathway beneath a pergola adorned with cascading wisteria. The borders are abundantly filled with perennial vegetation. There is a tranquil seating area to enjoy the stunning views, as well as a greenhouse and shed.

Solar Panels - The present owners have installed 4 kW solar panels, which provide them a guaranteed annual tax-free income of £2,200 for exporting energy to the grid over a 25-year initial contract. This arrangement not only contributes to a substantial decrease in mains electricity consumption but also enhances the overall efficiency of household expenses. The existing contract is set to expire in November 2036 . NB - there is no guarantee that the new vendor will get the same contract deal. 

Location

Bleasby is a thriving village set in unspoilt Trent Valley countryside between the regional centres of Nottingham and Newark on Trent, having extensive amenities close to hand in the historic Minster town of Southwell.

The village itself has a number of amenities including a Church of England Primary School, the award winning Wagon and Horses Inn, a small village hall and an 'active' church community - the essential ingredients of a traditional village life.

A railway service connects Bleasby to Nottingham and Newark /Lincoln and the East Coast. The neighbouring village of Fiskerton has a popular and well stocked Post Office/general store and newsagent.

The thriving Minster town of Southwell offers a wider range of amenities and professional services, a sport and leisure centre and Southwell schooling is of a renowned standard across the age ranges.

Fast East Coast Main Line Rail Service. From Newark Northgate station there is a fast direct rail link into London Kings Cross in a scheduled journey time of 80/85 minutes.