The Posts, Cropwell Butler, Nottingham

Situated within the Cropwell Butler conservation area, this semi-detached bungalow has been thoughtfully arranged to combine a modern extension with the beautiful period features of a barn conversion which forms the original part of the property. The property showcases lovely interior design throughout blending modern convenience showcased particularly in the large entryway, dining kitchen and living rooms, with high ceilings and exposed beams showcased in two of the three bedrooms and two ensuites.

The property has been thoughtfully upgraded by the current owners who have completely modernised throughout, added a beautiful garden room, landscaped the garden, installed new flush fit Residence R7 windows, new external doors and refitted the main bathroom and ensuite to primary bedroom.

Externally the property benefits from driveway parking for two vehicles to the side at the front and a at least four further tandem parking spaces on the tarmac drive. At the rear there is a beautiful landscaped, walled garden that enjoys an enviable level of privacy for a home located so centrally in the village.

Step Inside... - Upon entering the property through the front door, visitors step into the wonderful reception hall cum study which provides access to barn conversion with two ensuite bedrooms to the right and the remainder of the living accommodation on the left. A large cloaks cupboard provides hanging space.

The reception hall extends to the right providing access to the sitting room, dining kitchen, utility room, one of the three bedrooms and the main bathroom.

Located to the front of the property with dual aspect views over the front and side gardens is the primary sitting room, a well-proportioned space benefitting from large windows with shutters and a gas coal effect burner on a slate hearth with wooden mantel above that provides an excellent focal point to the room. Fitted cupboards with shelves above sit to the right-hand side of the chimney breast.

Next to the sitting room, located to the rear of the property is the fabulous dining kitchen. Featuring slate tile flooring, the kitchen is fitted with an expansive range of modern shaker kitchen cabinetry in addition to a full height larder cupboard and base cabinet with shelves above fitted into an alcove to create a wonderful dry bar area within the dining space. Quartz worktops and marble effect splash backs add a further touch of elegance to the space. A breakfast bar wonderfully zones the cooking and dining spaces, providing further storage and preparatory space in addition to breakfast bar seating for two stools. The breakfast bar also houses the Villeroy & Bosh FRANKIE butler sink with mixer spray tap over. The space is a chef’s dream featuring a Belling range oven with gas hob and extractor fan over, whilst there is space for a free-standing fridge/ freezer.

Slate flooring extends through French patio doors from the kitchen into the fabulous garden room that offers uninterrupted views of the side and rear gardens through the large windows and bifold doors that open onto the rear patio. The space is flooded with natural light from the ceiling lantern light, making this a fabulous space for indoor/ outdoor entertaining or to act as a second reception room.

At the end of the hall is the large utility room fitted with a generous range of base and wall cabinetry with undercounter space for a washing machine and tumble dryer, one and a half bowl pot sink with draining board and space for a secondary free-standing fridge/ freezer. A useful door provides easy access to the rear garden patio.

And So To Bed... - Also on the left-hand side of the property is the third bedroom, a very generously proportioned room with fitted wardrobe, space for a double bed and ancillary free standing bedroom furniture, and the main bathroom. Situated next to the utility room, the bathroom is fitted with an L-shaped bath with rainfall and handheld shower heads over, wash hand basin with vanity cupboard under and WC with second vanity unit recessed above.

The primary bedroom suite is located within the oldest part of the property, showcasing its history with vaulted ceilings and beautiful exposed beams and also benefitting from French patio doors that open onto the front courtyard. The suite comprises of a very large bedroom with space for a king size bed and ancillary bedroom furniture, a dressing area featuring fitted wardrobes and an ensuite bathroom. Having recently been refitted the bathroom showcases beautiful marble effect tile flooring, a free standing bathtub, wash hand basin with vanity cupboard underneath, towel radiator and WC.

Also located within the converted section of the building, the second bedroom also exudes character and charm with further vaulted ceilings and exposed beams in addition to a feature wooden door that formally provided access to the loft space above the bathroom. The room is arranged in an L-shape with plenty of space for a double bed and further bedroom furniture. This bedroom also benefits from a jack-and-jill wet room that can also be accessed from the hall fitted with a shower with glass door, wash hand basin and WC.

Grounds - Accessed via a private road, the property is set behind a brick wall to the front, with long tarmac driveway leading to the house. To the side of the drive is parking for two vehicles, whilst the driveway itself can provide tandem parking for at least four further vehicles. A lawn with planted borders runs down the left-hand side of the drive.

At the end of the drive is large gravel area, with a slabbed patio seating area arranged directly to the front of the front door. This area is also accessed via patio doors from the primary suite.

To the rear of the property is a large walled garden that maintains excellent privacy. The garden is predominantly laid to lawn, dotted with trees including an apple, pear and cherry, whilst is also a large patio seating area nestled underneath a beautiful mature tree which is in blossom in the spring and further gravel area with a large double garden shed.

The garden extends around the left hand side of the property, past the garden room to a further side garden which is also laid to lawn with planted borders.

Local Area - The Cropwell Butler conservation area is within easy reach of Radcliffe on Trent and Bingham where there are comprehensive local amenities and facilities including shops, banks, restaurants, schools and leisure facilities. The village has a well reputed pub, The Plough and public transport services.

Communication links are excellent, the A46 Fosse Way recently upgraded giving fast access to Newark and Leicester, M1 south (J21a). Nearby A52 gives good road access to Nottingham and Grantham. From Grantham the East Coast Line provides regular and rapid (scheduled 70 minutes) train journey to London Kings Cross.

Fixtures & Fittings - Every effort has been made to omit any fixtures belonging to the Vendor in the description of the property and the property is sold subject to the Vendor's right to the removal of, or payment for, as the case may be, any such fittings, etc. whether mentioned in these particulars or not.

Services - Mains water, drainage, and electric are understood to be connected. The property has gas fired central heating with Nest controls. None of the services nor appliances have been checked by the agent.

Finer Details - Local Authority: Rushcliffe Borough Council
Council Tax Band: F

Tenure: Freehold
Possession: Vacant upon completion

EPC Rating: 67 | D
EPC Rating Potential: 83 | B