Julian Lane, Shelford, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG12

When imagining a quintessential cottage the first picture coming to mind should be this home, Orchard cottage is a beautiful example of a double fronted countryside residence situated in the sought after village of Shelford.

Internally the home offers in brief four generous bedrooms, en-suite facilities to the primary bedroom, three reception areas, large dining kitchen, utility, family bathroom and detached double garage.

On the approach along the no through lane, the drive and garage sit to the rear of the property, parking is available behind double gates for multiple vehicles with the addition of a detached double garage with electric up and over door, power and light.

Entering the home from this aspect you are greeted by a pleasant vestibule with space for shoes and coats, leading then into the kitchen diner and utility room.

The Kitchen diner is a true heart of the home effortlessly combining modern amenities in a traditional style, the light shaker cabinetry offers plentiful storage with a range of base, wall and larder style cabinetry. Integrated appliances include eye level ovens, electric hob and extractor fan with spaces for further appliances.

With a social flow making the property ideal for hosting family and friends. The kitchen leads then into the spacious lounge. The room comfortably accommodates both a living and dining area the space is beautifully bright with dual aspect windows providing open countryside views to the front, and a conservatory to the side of the home bringing the outside in. For cosy evenings in the lounge area features a log burner.

The second reception space is currently used as a snug/home office and offers flexibility to the new owners, being in the original part of the home character oozes form every corner, feature beams adorn the ceiling with an ornate solid fuel burner and brick surround to one wall.

Moving upstairs, the home uniquely boasts four double bedrooms making it ideal for a growing family.
The primary bedroom has an en-suite shower room with shower cubicle, wash basin and toilet. Bedroom two also features custom storage built into the returns of the chimney breast. Bedroom three has a lovely front aspect with views. Bedroom four to the rear aspect.

Family bathroom with a feature corner bath with jacuzzi jets and shower over, pedestal wash basin and toilet with neutral colour choices throughout.

Outside! The property takes full advantage of its quaint location with a beautiful garden to the front in addition to the rear spaces for parking and storage. The main garden space is laid to lawn with a central path and to the side of the house is a paved patio area accessed via the conservatory. Across the private lane is a secondary portion of garden leased by the current owners from local farmland acting as an extension of the formal gardens.

Location, Shelford is a sought-after Nottinghamshire village including a thriving pub in Shelford itself. Superb access to areas such as Bingham, Burton-Joyce, Lowdham and Radcliffe on Trent. Locally there are a range of high end restaurants and public houses in Gunthorpe and stunning countryside/riverside walks on the doorstep ideal for those wanting to explore a more outdoors led lifestyle while remaining well connected.