Downham Road, Denver, PE38

A stunning, and truly unique, Victorian house which has recently been the subject of a successful and sympathetic extension producing the option for additional separate, self contained living. Furthermore, this versatile home also boasts the most wonderful level of flourishing, private gardens that extend behind and which really typify those associated with a country cottage. Throughout this enviable home, the originality has been maintained and blended with more modern and contemporary areas; toward the front, the two main reception rooms still exist both with their original picture rails, fireplaces and sash windows . A new, open-plan kitchen with high ceilings and roof lights has then been created , part of which forms the garden room with tri-folding doors opening directly onto the outside. Most recently, the upstairs bathroom has been reconfigured and replaced and this now boasts both separate shower and freestanding bath and serves both of the double bedrooms. In between the old and new parts of the building is an additional hallway and entrance and this also provides the utility area. Access then leads through to a wet room and onto the ancillary accommodation. This also has been carefully and thoughtfully created. Providing kitchen and living space along with an enclosed bedroom, the rear wall is a continuation of tall glazing and patio doors allowing for both natural light and delightful views of the gardens. Above these rooms is a tall loft space which holds further potential in the way it could be utilised. Positioned within the heart of this highly desirable Village, and whilst it is positioned close to all of the local amenities that Denver provides, Laurel House is also able to offer a true haven of gardens all of which are mature and offer lawns, seating space, growing areas and outbuildings. Completed by a generous enclosed frontage, there are plentiful levels of parking available also. All-in-all, an exceptional home and one that once viewed, will be difficult not to purchase.

Accommodation -

Front entrance door with original light leaded, stained glass to the top, opening through to:-

Hallway

Wooden flooring throughout , straight staircase leading to the first floor. Stripped pine doors leading through to the downstairs reception rooms.

Front Room 13’0” x 11’6” (3.99m x 3.52m)

Sash window to the side and a bay window positioned to the front. To the centre is an original open fireplace with a modern, cast iron stove inset. Picture rails follow around the room, and the original folding door open though to:

Central Dining Room 15’0” x 11’2” (4.59m x 3.40m)

Sash windows to the front aspect, central cast-iron Victorian fireplace, exposed wooden flooring, door leading to the main hallway, door leading to a large storage cupboard with power and heating (previously used as a small office). Steps lead down to:

Kitchen/Garden Room 18’10” x 11’4” (5.74m x 3.46m)

Twin double glazed windows overlooking the front with additional light provided by twin Velux lights inset to the raised ceiling. The kitchen itself is generously fitted with modern wall and base units covered by solid worksurfaces. There is a stainless steel 1 1/2 bowl sink inset and 5 ring gas hob with extractor over. A central island provides further preparation space, additional integrated freezer and seating space. There are also the practicalities of an integral fridge/freezer and dishwasher. There is a pleasant seating area to the side which opens onto the garden via double glazed, tri-folding doors.

Side Lobby/Utility

Double glazed window to the side aspect, ceramic floor tiling passing through to a utility area comprising stainless steel sink with storage above and beneath, enclosed housing for washing machine and tumble drier, double doors opening to cupboard housing gas central heating boiler. Stable door leading through to the rear and separate side access door leading to the front.
This area joins the annexe area and wet room.

Annexe/Ancillary Ground Floor Accommodation

Open Plan Living Area/Kitchen 18’4” x 12’9” (5.61m x 3.91m)

The living and dining areas overlook the beautiful gardens via floor to ceiling oak framed windows. Matching double doors that open to the rear, central to this is an “Optimist” fireplace. The kitchen space provides generous levels of matching wall and base storage units and enjoy double glazed windows overlooking the front. There are the practicalities of both stainless steel 1 1/2 bowl sink along with double ring induction hob. Throughout the space the oak beams are visible and there is access to a large, tall loft space above.

Bedroom 12’4” x 8’5” (3.76m x 2.58m)

Double glazed window to the front aspect.

Wet Room

Full tiling to walls and floors with the shower area enclosed to the side with a glass shower screen. Traditional style sink with storage beneath, low level w.c., ceiling spotlight, chrome style ladder radiator, extractor.

First Floor Accommodation

Landing

Sash window to the side, over stairs airing cupboard with shelving, stripped pine doors accessing all rooms.

Bedroom One 13’2” x 11’7” (4.02m x 3.54m)

Dual aspect with sash windows overlooking both the front and side, original ornamental Victorian cast-iron fireplace.

Bedroom Two 11’0” x 9’7” (3.37m x 2.93m)

A further double aspect room with sash windows to both the side and rear, original ornamental cast-iron fireplace.

Bathroom

Refitted with a traditional suite comprising freestanding claw foot bath, pedestal handwash basin, low level w.c., separate walk in shower cubicle, ceiling spotlights, wall mounted chrome style radiator, part panelling to walls.

Shower Room

Double glazed window to the front, walk in shower cubicle, low level w.c., corner handwash basin with storage beneath, wall mounted chrome style towel radiator, ceiling spotlights.

Outside

The property sits on an established, lovingly maintained, plot providing a combination of both practical and recreational areas the gardens of which really typify a country lifestyle. Directly in front of the main house, there are gravel pathways that circle a central bed housing lavenders, plants and flowers. To the corner, there is an ornamental fishpond and this, along with the whole frontage, is overlooked by an area of decking behind. Through to one side, there is an enclosed area used for the storage of bins and other materials whilst to the other, a path continues leading to the large driveway. This is enclosed from the road and has both 5 bar gate and pedestrian gate giving access. It is laid to gravel and provides room for multiple vehicles large and small.
Around to the rear, the levels of prettiness, peace and privacy are truly quite enviable. Nearer to the house, there is a paved area providing seating space whilst a curved pathway continues and passes the main are...

Services:

Mains Water, Mains Drainage, Mains Gas Central Heating