School House, Church Lane, Huxley

Location

The property is situated in the small rural hamlet of Huxley which has a primary school and a recently refurbished pub/restaurant, The Inn at Huxley. The property is within 3 miles of Tattenhall and 3.5 miles from the popular village of Tarporley, Chester, 8 miles. Both Tattenhall and Tarporley are picturesque villages with bustling High Streets that offer a comprehensive range of facilities for everyday purposes including pubs, cafes and restaurants. Huxley is located within the heart of Cheshire and surrounded by some of the most glorious countryside, with Delamere Forest and the Peckforton Hills within 4 miles. Nearby links to the M53, M56, M6, A556, and A500, allowing commuter access to a number of commercial destinations including Chester, Wrexham, Warrington, Liverpool, Manchester and Crewe.

Accommodation

An Oak Framed Storm Porch sits above a feature part-stained glass panelled front door this opens to a spacious Reception Hall 4.2m x 3.6m, features include a fireplace incorporating a double sided log burning stove (also serving the kitchen diner), an attractive staircase rising to the first floor, sympathetically restored and treated exposed timbers along with a tiled floor which continues into the Inner Hallway. Beyond the Inner Hallway there is a well-proportioned Living Room 5.6m x 3.9m overlooking and gives access to the rear garden via a set of glazed double doors, the *** fireplace is fitted with a log burning stove. Adjacent to the living room is a further versatile additional Reception Room/4th Bedroom 3.5m x 3.3m this is situated opposite a downstairs Shower Room fitted with a quadrant shower enclosure, low-level WC and wash hand basin.

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The 7.3m Kitchen/Diner is a hub of this delightful home the Dining Area 4.2m x 3.6m benefits from the double-sided log burner earlier mentioned, has sympathetically restored and treated exposed ceiling timbers, and comfortably accommodates an 8/10-person dining table. There is a shelved Pantry Cupboard and a tiled floor which continues seamlessly into the open plan Kitchen Breakfast area 3.8m x 3.4m this is extensively fitted with wall and floor cupboards complimented with quartz work surfaces, there is a matching central island with oak work surfaces, this provides a 3/4-person breakfast bar.

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Appliances include a range cooker with five burner gas hob (LPG) and double oven with extractor above there is an integrated dishwasher and washing machine along with space for a freestanding fridge freezer. Off the kitchen there is a generous Rear Porch 2.4 x 1.6 m, this gives access to the garden and could be plumbed for a washing machine and tumble dryer if desired to create a utility area.

First Floor

To the first floor, there is an attractive landing with feature reclaimed iron fireplace (non-operational), useful Storage Cupboards and recess for a potential Study Area if desired.
The large Master Bedroom 5.6m x 3.9m provides ample space for either freestanding or fitted wardrobes, overlooks the rear garden and benefits from a well-appointed Ensuite Shower Room. Bedroom Two 4.2 x 3.6 m is a further generous double bedroom with feature reclaimed cast iron fireplace (non-operational) and provides distant views as far as the Welsh Hills as does Bedroom Three 3.6 m x 2 m.
The spacious Family Bathroom is fitted with a freestanding roll top bar, large, recessed shower enclosure, pedestal wash hand basin, WC, oak effect tiled floor and heated towel rail.

Externally

A splayed entrance leads onto a gravel driveway providing parking and turning space along with giving access to a large Single Garage 5.8m x 3.7m which includes a workbench, hot and cold water taps along with a gardener's toilet.
The front garden is principally laid to lawn with a pathway laid with setts running to the front door and continues to a gravelled pathway which gives access to the enclosed rear garden.
The attractive rear gardens are principally laid to lawn and includes a paved Sitting/ Entertaining area and raised beds retained with sleepers and covered with chippings for low maintenance purposes. There is a productive damson tree and log store.

Tenure: Freehold

Services: Mains Water, Electric, Oil-fired central heating, Private drainage (compliant 2020 regulations)

Directions

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From Tarporley High Street proceed down the High Street passing the petrol filling station on the left-hand side turning right immediately after into Birch Heath Lane, follow Birch Heath Lane for 1.25 miles to the 'T' junction turning right onto Huxley Lane. Follow this road for a further 2 miles into the village of Huxley and the property will be found on the right next to the Primary School

Viewings: Through Cheshire Lamont Tarporley Offices