Property description
This three-bedroom family home has been thoughtfully updated for efficency and lovingly maintained, offering a perfect blend of charm and practicality. With rooftop countryside views to the front, a south-west facing garden to the rear, and a host of energy-efficient upgrades, this is a home designed for modern family living.As you enter through the front garden and into the welcoming hallway, you’re immediately struck by the sense of space and light. The hallway leads into a generous lounge, where a large front-facing window frames views across the rooftops towards open countryside. With a sleek vertical radiator, bespoke media and shelving area, and a handy under-stairs cupboard, this is a room that’s as practical as it is inviting – perfect for cosy evenings or entertaining guests.From here, a door opens into the kitchen/dining room, the true heart of the home. This space combines functionality with potential, offering a range of modern units and rolled-edge worktops, integrated dishwasher, and space for essential appliances. Space for a large range-style gas cooker sits beneath a stylish black extractor, complemented by tiled splashbacks and under-cupboard lighting. The dining area has direct access to the garden, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow that’s ideal for family gatherings and summer barbecues.Upstairs, the home offers three comfortable bedrooms and a modern family bathroom.Bedroom One, another double, takes full advantage of the elevated position, offering rooftop views across to rolling countryside.Bedroom Two is a generous double overlooking the rear garden, complete with excellent fitted storage and a discreet vanity sink.Bedroom Three has been cleverly designed with a raised bunk area, fold-down desk beneath, built-in shelving and storage – a versatile space that works perfectly as a child’s bedroom, guest room or home office.The bathroom has a deep Spa bath, Mira thermostatic shower off the DHW (domestic hot water) system boosted by thermal solar panels, vanity unit with inset basin, concealed WC and tiling.The property is approached via a shared pathway, leading through a gate into the front garden. This has been landscaped for easy maintenance, laid with artificial grass and planted with a selection of shrubs, all enclosed by charming picket fencing – providing a warm welcome before you even step inside.The south-west facing rear garden is a true highlight of the property, designed to be enjoyed in all seasons.The lower garden features a large patio area perfect for entertaining, complete with brick-built pizza oven, useful workbench, and an outdoor WC (fed by rainwater). A covered section provides both a sheltered drying area and year-round entertaining space.Steps lead up to the upper garden, mainly laid to lawn and bordered with flower beds including strawberry plants. Here you’ll also find a delightful two-storey playhouse and a large insulated wooden shed/home office with power, lighting and internet – the ideal solution for home working or hobbies.Additional outbuildings include a brick-built shed, also insulated and fitted with shelving, power and lighting, offering ample storage and space for appliances such as a tumble dryer or additional fridge/freezers.Energy Efficiency & Peace of MindThis home has been thoughtfully upgraded with a number of energy-saving and structural improvements, including:Cavity wall insulation (installed 2009 with 25-year guarantee)Thermal solar panels (serviced with fluid replacement August 2021; new expansion vessel April 2024)Full roof recovery in 2021, including new insulated roof felt, leadwork, uPVC fascias, and ventilated loft spaceGas boiler serviced, most recently August 2023These enhancements not only increase comfort but also help to keep running costs down, offering real long-term value.
EPC Rating: C Entrance Hallway Upon entering the property, you are welcomed into a bright entrance hallway with radiator, stairs rising to the first-floor landing, and door leading into: Lounge A spacious reception room featuring a large window to the front aspect with rooftop views extending towards the countryside. Additional features include a modern vertical radiator, under-stairs storage cupboard, bespoke media area with shelving, inset spotlights, and door leading through to: Kitchen/Diner Positioned at the rear of the property, this well-designed space offers a window overlooking the garden and direct access via a rear door. The kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of base and wall-mounted units with rolled-edge work surfaces, integrated dishwasher, spaces for washing machine, large range-style gas cooker and fridge/freezer. Under-cupboard lighting enhances the workspace. The dining area benefits from a radiator, a former chimney recess now housing the gas boiler, and inset spotlights. First Floor Landing With loft access and doors leading to Bathroom A stylish family bathroom with obscured window to the rear aspect. Fitted with a modern white suite comprising deep panel bath with mixer tap and Mira thermostatic shower off the DHW (domestic hot water) system boosted by thermal solar panels, concealed cistern WC, vanity unit with inset wash basin and mixer tap, heated towel radiator, tiled walls, and extractor fan. Bedroom Two A generous double bedroom with rear aspect window overlooking the garden. Features include radiator, extensive fitted storage with integrated sink and mixer tap. Bedroom One A good-sized double bedroom with front aspect window offering rooftop views across to open countryside and radiator. Bedroom Three A versatile room with front aspect window, currently arranged with a raised bunk area incorporating a fold-down desk beneath, built-in cupboards, shelving, and radiator. Garden To the front, the property is approached via a shared pathway and gate leading to a low-maintenance garden enclosed by picket fencing, laid with artificial grass and planted with a variety of shrubs. The south-west facing rear garden is thoughtfully arranged over two levels. The lower garden offers a large patio with side access gate, brick-built storage shed, useful workbench, brick-built pizza oven, and an outside WC (rainwater fed). This covered section provides an ideal year-round drying and entertaining space. Steps lead up to the upper garden, laid mainly to lawn with flower borders including productive strawberry beds, a large insulated wooden shed/home office (with power, lighting and internet), and a charming two-storey playhouse. Multiple water butts provide an eco-friendly water supply. The brick-built storage shed has also been insulated and benefits from power, lighting, shelving, and worktop space suitable for housing additional appliances such as a tumble dryer or fridge/freezers. Disclaimer VIEWINGS Strictly by appointment with the award winning estate agents, Diamond Estate Agents If there is any point, which is of particular importance to you with regard to this property then we advise you to contact us to check this and the availability and make an appointment to view before travelling any distance. PLEASE NOTE Our business is supervised by HMRC for anti-money laundering purposes. If you make an offer to purchase a property and your offer is successful, you will need to meet the approval requirements covered under the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017. To satisfy our obligations, Diamond Estate Agents have to undertake automated ID verification, AML compliance and source of funds checks. As from1st May, 2024 there will be a charge of £10 per person to make these checks.
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