'Aspirational Homes' from Magenta Estate Agents present a fascinating Grade II listed barn conversion home believed to date back to the mid 18th century (cont'd)
'Aspirational Homes' from Magenta Estate Agents present a fascinating Grade II listed barn conversion home believed to date back to the mid 18th century and of square-coarsed limestone construction with ragstone quoins under a pantile roof.
Ground Floor
Enter the property to the front aspect via a glazed timber door into the stunning hall; the high walls and ceilings maximise the natural light which floods in through the double-glazed windows and part-glazed roof. Some of the many highlights include exposed ceiling beams and trusses, exposed lintel beams, stained and leaded window, majority slate tile flooring, whitewashed stone wall reveals, useful understairs storage cupboard, radiator, fitted shelving and a timber staircase with turned spindles and handrail rising to the first-floor galleried landing. From the hall, doors lead to all ground-floor rooms.
Cloakroom
The cloakroom has been fitted with a two-piece white suite comprising a pedestal wash-hand basin and low-level WC, slate tile flooring, extractor fan, radiator, wall-mounted Ariston boiler, feature stained and leaded window.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room
6.02m x 4.04m (19' 9" x 13' 3") Entered via a glazed door from the hall, the KITCHEN has been fitted with a range of wall and base units having contrasting granite-effect work surfaces over, further comprising a 1.5 bowl composite granite sink unit with mixer tap over, complementary tiling to splashbacks, built-in Algor electric oven, built-in Algor 4-ring gas hob with Ignis chimney extractor hood over, space for dishwasher, space for washing machine, space for American-style fridge/freezer, extractor fan, slate tile flooring, feature stained and leaded window, open-plan to the BREAKFAST AREA comprising whitewashed stone wall reveals, wall light points, radiator and a double-glazed leaded window to the front aspect with deep wooden sill and exposed lintel beam over.
Lounge/Dining Room
6.42m (max) x 6.20m (max) (21' 1" x 20' 4") A light and airy, dual-aspect reception room enjoying whitewashed stone walling, feature stained and leaded window, two television points, two radiators, telephone point, double-glazed leaded window to the front aspect with deep wooden sill and exposed lintel beam over and double-glazed leaded French doors to the side aspect affording access to the garden.
First Floor
Stairs ascend from the ground floor to the impressive first-floor galleried landing which is bathed in ample natural light and boasts feature exposed ceiling beams and trusses, balustrade with turned spindles and handrail, exposed floorboards, radiator, all communicating doors to:
Master Bedroom
5.89m (max) 4.22m (min) x 4.23m (19' 4"(max) 13' 10" (min) x 13' 11") With its focal-point exposed stone wall incorporating a feature narrow slit window, the master bedroom is one of the standout rooms in this superb barn conversion. Further benefits include two Velux roof windows, two radiators, built-in airing cupboard housing the Worcester pressurised hot water tank and linen shelving, useful built-in eaves storage space, door leading to:
En-suite Shower Room
2.31m x 1.86m (7' 7" x 6' 1") The en-suite has been fitted with a white suite comprising a pedestal wash-hand basin with mixer tap over, low-level WC, shower cubicle with fitted shower, complementary wall tiling to water-sensitive areas including feature iridescent mosaic tiles, recessed ceiling downlights, heated towel rail, extractor fan, tiled floor, Velux roof window.
Bedroom Two
4.04m x 3.05m (13' 3" x 10') A double bedroom with whitewashed exposed stone wall featuring a bespoke graffiti mural, exposed and varnished floorboards, radiator and a Velux roof window.
Bedroom Three
4.02m (max) x 3.07m (13' 2" (max) x 10' 1") Another light and airy double bedroom with whitewashed exposed stone wall featuring a bespoke graffiti mural of 'The Princess and the Frog', exposed and varnished floorboards, radiator and two Velux roof windows.
Bedroom Four
3.07m x 2.23m (10' 1" x 7' 4") A single bedroom with feature exposed trusses, loft access via hatch, radiator and a Velux roof window.
Bathroom
3.05m x 2.20m (10' x 7' 3") The bathroom has been fitted with a white suite comprising a pedestal wash-hand basin, low-level WC with concealed cistern, panelled bath with bath shower mixer over, complementary wall tiling to bath area, heated towel rail, extractor fan, Velux roof window, exposed beams and trusses.
Outside
A driveway provides vehicular access to the property, opposite which is a block-paved parking area sufficient for at least two cars. Either side of the steps which lead to the home's main entrance are well-stocked borders enclosed by low-level stone walling.
Fully enclosed by timber fencing, the garden is located to the side of the barn conversion and has been thoughtfully landscaped to create an attractive yet relatively low-maintenance outdoor space; from the enclosed play area laid to artificial grass, to the decked walkway which leads to a decked seating area with integrated lighting. Further benefits include an outside power supply, hardstanding for a shed and gated pedestrian access to the driveway.
AGENT'S NOTE: We are informed by the present vendors that whilst they own the driveway, the neighbour (40 Grove Street) has a right of way over it to access their property. We would advise prospective buyers to have their legal representative verify this information.
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