Fords Avenue, Healing, DN41

Requiring a degree of renovation and modernisation, this substantial Edwardian semi-detached home offers an exciting opportunity for buyers looking to create a truly outstanding family residence. While a number of improvements have been carried out over recent years, the property still presents ample scope for further enhancement and would particularly suit those seeking a home with character, potential and the opportunity to add value.

Occupying a generous plot along the highly desirable Fords Avenue, within Healing's prestigious Golden Triangle, this handsome Edwardian semi-detached residence enjoys an enviable position with the delightful backdrop of Poppy's Wood. Rich in character and architectural charm, the property has been sympathetically improved by the current owners, successfully combining period elegance with the comforts of modern family living.

Over recent years, the property has benefited from a programme of significant improvements, including replacement double glazing to the majority of the house, extensive rewiring, replastering, and the installation of a modern Worcester Bosch gas central heating boiler. Internally, the home has been tastefully refurbished whilst retaining its Edwardian character, featuring period-inspired décor, a striking solid oak herringbone floor and an impressive cast-iron log-burning stove, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout.

The accommodation begins with a large enclosed entrance porch leading into an impressive reception hall with an elegant return staircase. To the front of the property is a beautifully presented sitting room featuring a deep walk-in bay window fitted with plantation shutters, whilst folding doors open seamlessly into the formal dining room, providing an excellent space for entertaining and family gatherings.

At the rear of the property is a spacious kitchen diner, fitted with a bespoke range of solid pine units complemented by integrated appliances and generous dining space. Beyond the kitchen are a rear lobby, useful utility room housing the recently installed boiler, and a separate cloakroom/WC.

The first floor provides four exceptionally well-proportioned bedrooms, three of which have been recently refurbished and benefit from replacement double glazing and stylish plantation shutters. Completing the accommodation is a spacious family bathroom fitted with a quality white suite and separate walk-in shower enclosure.

Outside, the property continues to impress. Standing well back from the road, it enjoys attractive mature gardens and a wonderful private backdrop provided by Poppy's Wood. The front garden has been prepared for landscaping, whilst a generous block-paved driveway provides ample off-road parking and leads to the detached garage.

Of particular note is the substantial external store, which offers excellent versatility and future potential. Subject to any necessary consents, this space could be incorporated into the main house to create additional living accommodation if required.

The rear garden is undoubtedly one of the property's principal attractions, being beautifully landscaped and enjoying a high degree of privacy. Predominantly laid to lawn, with deep well-stocked borders and attractive block-paved patio areas, it provides an ideal setting for outdoor entertaining and family enjoyment.

Combining generous family accommodation, extensive modern improvements, beautiful period features and a highly desirable village location, this impressive Edwardian home represents a rare opportunity within Healing's sought-after Golden Triangle. Early viewing is highly recommended.

Entrance Porch

3.4m x 1.07m

Large enclosed porch with uPVC double glazed window and external entrance door.

Entrance Hall

7.19m x 3.48m

A large and welcoming reception hall featuring the original balustrade and spindle return staircase to the first floor. Useful understairs storage cupboard, attractive stained-glass leaded window and radiator.

Sitting Room

5.11m x 3.91m

A beautifully refurbished room decorated in period colour schemes with matching high skirting boards, column radiator and attractive fireplace housing a cast-iron log-burning stove. A stunning solid oak herringbone floor adds character and warmth. Replacement uPVC double glazed bay window with plantation shutters. Folding doors lead through to the dining room.

Dining Room

A well-proportioned formal dining room providing an excellent space for family dining and entertaining. Featuring period character and benefiting from direct access via folding doors from the sitting room, creating a versatile open-plan reception space when required.

Kitchen Diner

5.08m x 4.37m

Fitted with a bespoke solid pine kitchen complemented by quality worktops incorporating a 1½ bowl sink unit with mixer tap. Built-in appliances include a Smeg gas oven and grill, integrated dishwasher, and matching overhead pine display cabinets.

The breakfast area features a large built-in storage cupboard and provides ample space for a dining table and chairs.

Rear Lobby

Useful rear lobby providing access to the utility room, cloakroom/WC and rear garden.

Utility Room

Practical utility room providing additional storage and appliance space. Housing the recently upgraded Worcester Bosch combination gas central heating boiler (installed approximately 2024).

Cloakroom

Convenient ground floor cloakroom fitted with a low flush WC and wash hand basin.

Landing

A spacious landing with double glazed front window and spindle balustrade. All rooms lead directly from the landing.

Bedroom One

4.62m x 3.68m

Large double bedroom, tastefully decorated and featuring a column radiator, uPVC double glazed window and plantation shutter blind.

Bedroom Two

3.91m x 3.84m

A lovely double bedroom, freshly decorated and benefiting from a column radiator, uPVC double glazed window and plantation shutter blind.

Bedroom Three

4.37m x 3m

Another attractive bedroom, recently redecorated and featuring a column radiator, uPVC double glazed window and plantation shutter blind.

Bedroom Four

3.43m x 2.77m

A good-sized bedroom with built-in storage cupboard, radiator, original fireplace and uPVC double glazed rear window.

Bathroom

3.23m x 1.93m

Appointed with a white suite complemented by gold-coloured fittings, comprising a large panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin, low flush WC and walk-in shower cubicle with pivot door and bar-style shower unit.

Garden

The property stands well back from the road and enjoys views towards Poppy's Wood. The front garden has been cleared and top-soiled in readiness for landscaping.

A generous block-paved driveway to the side of the house provides ample off-road parking and leads to the detached garage.

In the agent's opinion, the large rear garden forms one of the property's principal attractions. Beautifully landscaped and enjoying a private aspect, it benefits from a delightful mature tree-lined backdrop.

The main rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn with deep inset flower borders and block-paved patio areas. The garden enjoys a predominantly east-facing aspect during the summer months.