Dark Lane, Whatton

** DETACHED EXTENDED HOME ** 3 BEDROOMS ** 2 RECEPTION AREAS ** OPEN PLAN DINING KITCHEN ** UTILITY & GROUND FLOOR SHOWER ROOM ** WESTERLY REAR ASPECT ** AMPLE OFF ROAD PARKING & GARAGE ** ENCLOSED REAR GARDEN ** NO UPWARD CHAIN ** VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED **

We welcome to the market this detached extended home occupying a pleasant position on the edge of this well regarded village, affording a pleasant aspect across to adjacent playing fields to the front and an enclosed westerly facing garden at the rear. In addition the property offers an excellent level of off road parking being set well back from the lane with an attached garage providing additional parking or workshop space.

Internally the property offers around 1,000 sq.ft. of accommodation and has seen a general programme of modernisation over the years. The property comprises an initial entrance hall, sitting room and open plan living/dining kitchen which links through into the useful addition of a conservatory at the rear providing further reception space. Access off the kitchen is a side entrance hall/utility and, in turn, a ground floor shower room. To the first floor there are three bedrooms two of which afford excellent elevated views to the front and main bathroom.

In addition the property is offered to the market with no upward chain and would suit a wide range of prospective purchasers, whether it be single or professional couples, young families making use of the local school or, alternatively, those downsizing from larger dwellings looking for a detached home within a pleasant village setting.

Whatton - Whatton lies on the edge of the Vale of Belvoir and has its own village hall. Further amenities can be found in the adjacent village of Aslockton including outstanding primary school, public house and railway station with links to Nottingham and Grantham. Additional amenities can be found in the nearby market town of Bingham and the village is bypassed by the A52 which provides good road access to the A46, A1 and M1.

AN OPEN FRONTED PORCH LEADS TO A UPVC DOUBLE GLAZED ENTRANCE DOOR AND SIDE LIGHTS AND, IN TURN, INTO THE:

Main Entrance Hall - 3.71m x 1.83m (12'2" x 6') - A pleasant initial entrance vestibule having oak effect laminate flooring, oak spindle balustrade staircase rising to the first floor landing and, in turn, further doors leading to:

Sitting Room - 4.04m max x 3.61m (13'3" max x 11'10") - A well proportioned reception having an aspect to the front with views across to the adjacent sports field; the focal point to the room being a chimney breast with feature fireplace; double glazed window to the front.

Open Plan Dining Kitchen - 5.61m x 3.02m (18'5" x 9'11") - A well proportioned open plan space which also leads through into the addition of a conservatory at the rear which combine to create an excellent L shaped space perfect for everyday living. The initial kitchen area is fitted with a range of modern wall, base and drawer units with a U shaped configuration of laminate preparation surfaces with inset stainless steel sink and drain unit with brushed metal mixer tap; integrated appliances including Zanussi ceramic hob, fan assisted oven with microwave above and dishwasher; space for free standing fridge freezer, useful under stairs storage cupboard and double glazed window to the rear.

The kitchen is open plan to a dining area which in turn links through into:

Bandstand Style Conservatory - 3.20m max x 2.36m max (10'6" max x 7'9" max) - Having UPVC double glazed windows and exterior door into the garden.

Returning to the kitchen a part glazed oak door leads through into:

Rear Entrance Hall/Utility Area - 1.96m max into alcove x 1.75m (6'5" max into alcov - An L shaped space which provides a utility area with plumbing for washing machine, space for further appliance above, courtesy door giving access into the garage, further UPVC exterior door into the garden and a further door leading through into:

Ground Floor Shower Room - 1.37m x 2.13m max (4'6" x 7' max) - Having a contemporary suite comprising Mira shower tray with glass screen and wall mounted shower mixer, close coupled WC and wall mounted washbasin with chrome mixer tap and tiled splash backs; double glazed window to the rear.

RETURNING TO THE MAIN ENTRANCE HALL AN OAK SPINDLE BALUSTRADE STAIRCASE RISES TO:

First Floor Landing - Having a built in airing cupboard which houses the gas central heating boiler, access to loft space above, double glazed window to the side and further doors, in turn, leading to:

Bedroom 1 - 3.63m x 2.95m (11'11" x 9'8") - A double bedroom having a pleasant aspect to the front across to an opposing cricket pitch and sports field; having built in wardrobes, low level drawer units with matching side table, wall mounted washbasin and window to the front.

Bedroom 2 - 3.30m max x 3.56m max (10'10" max x 11'8" max) - A further well proportioned double bedroom having an aspect into the rear garden.

Bedroom 3 - 2.62m x 2.59m (8'7" x 8'6") - A well proportioned third bedroom which could potentially accommodate a double bed but makes a generous single having a window to the front with an aspect across to the adjacent sports field and the village church spire on the horizon.

Bathroom - 2.13m x 1.68m (7' x 5'6") - Having a three piece suite comprising panelled bath with chrome mixer tap with integral shower handset, close coupled WC and pedestal washbasin; fully tiled walls and double glazed window to the rear.

Exterior - The property occupies a pleasant plot which is relatively generous by modern standards and affords a pleasant aspect across to the adjacent cricket pitch and sports field; set well back from the lane behind an established frontage with a large block set driveway providing off road car standing for numerous vehicles which in turn leads to the attached garage. The remainder of the frontage is laid to lawn with well stocked perimeter borders with a range of mature trees and shrubs. Courtesy access to the side of the property in turn leads to the rear garden which is enclosed in the main by feather edged board fencing; mainly laid to lawn but with well stocked perimeter borders and also encompassing a useful timber storage shed.

Garage - 4.98m x 2.59m (16'4" x 8'6") - Having up and over door, power and light and courtesy door at the rear.

Council Tax Band - Rushcliffe Borough Council - Band C

Tenure - Freehold

Additional Notes - The property is understood to have mains electricity, gas, drainage and water (information taken from Energy performance certificate and/or vendor).

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