Description
A charming three bedroom detached cottage in the sought-after village of Cavendish. The cottage sits within generous private grounds circa 0.35 acres with ample off-road parking, double garage and cartlodge.
ENTRANCE HALL: 10'4" x 6'10" (3.15m x 2.08m) Two large built-in cupboards for shoes and coats with a door leading to:-
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: 15'7" x 13'10" (4.75m x 4.22m) The country style kitchen is fitted with a range of shaker style cupboards with a roll edge worktop incorporating a one-and-a-half ceramic sink with mixer tap and drainer, refrigerator, dishwasher, gas hob and one-and-a-half oven. Exposed original studwork divides this room into two distinct areas with space for table and chairs and a large inglenook fireplace beyond with oak bressumer beam with red brick surround and white brick hearth. Stairs leading to first floor and opening to:-
INNER HALL: This once would have been the original entrance hall with large oak door and leaded viewing window overlooking the garden. Door to:-
DRAWING ROOM: 14'9" x 13'8" (4.50m x 4.17m) Your attention is immediately drawn to the large inglenook fireplace with oak bressumer beam, red brick surround and exposed timbers. Understairs cupboard. Double oak glass panel doors to:-
SITTING ROOM: 15'11" x 13'1" (4.85m x 3.99m) This green oak extension completed in the 1980s is very much in keeping with the original cottage with exposed oak studwork, brick plinth and large red brick fireplace with an inset log burning stove. This room is particularly light with leaded glass doors overlooking the rear garden and vaulted 14ft. high ceilings. Stairs leading to:-
MEZZANINE: 13'1" x 7'0" (3.99m x 2.13m) A fantastic study space or fourth bedroom with views over the rear garden.
GARDEN ROOM: 12'9" x 10'3" (3.89m x 3.12m) A wonderfully light room with panoramic views over the rear garden and French doors leading to two terraced seating areas.
UTILITY ROOM: 7'4" x 5'7" (2.24m x 1.70m) Space for washing machine, tumble dryer and larger fridge/freezer with a roll edge worktop, sink with drainer unit and further storage cupboard.
First Floor LANDING: A split landing with exposed beams and doors leading to:-
BEDROOM 1: 13'5" x 8'8" (4.09m x 2.64m) Leaded window offering pretty views over the rear garden with exposed beams, two built-in wardrobes with hanging rail and shelving. Door to:-
ENSUITE: A fully tiled shower cubicle, WC, wash hand basin, heated towel rail and two large built-in cupboards.
BEDROOM 2: 13'2" x 9'3" (4.01m x 2.82m) Two built-in wardrobes with hanging rail and shelving and exposed timbers.
BEDROOM 3: 10'0" x 8'4" (max L-shape) (3.05m x 2.54m) Leaded window offers views over the rear garden with useful storage from the bank of fitted wardrobes and shelving unit.
BATHROOM: A recently refitted suite comprising of a bath with overhead power shower, WC, pedestal wash hand basin and heated towel rail. The bathroom is finished with an attractive tile surround as well as tongue and groove panelling.
Outside A five-bar gate and paved drive provides ample OFF-ROAD PARKING and access to:-
DOUBLE GARAGE: 20'1" x 14'4" (6.12m x 4.37m) With roller up-and-over doors and power connected.
CARPORT: 14'4" x 9'0" (4.37m x 2.74m) With side door leading to a:-
WORKSHOP: 13'6" x 6'4" (4.11m x 1.93m) This room has space for a work bench with two windows overlooking the rear garden. With power connected.
Upper Garden Although situated within the heart of Cavendish, the property's grounds amounting to 0.35 acres (stls) are incredibly private and one of the property's most charming features. To the upper part of the garden you will find a large terraced seating area to the immediate rear of the property which offers a great space for entertaining or alfresco dining. The rest of the garden is mainly laid to lawn with borders full of colour with a part flint walled backdrop. To the back of the upper garden you will find a pretty rose garden as well as a large willow to the rear boundary.
Lower Garden An opening in the hedge brings you across a public footpath and into the lower garden. A gate to the rear of the garden will lead you across the old railway line and onto riverside walks. The lower garden again is part flint walled with an established vegetable patch, greenhouse and an array of fruit trees.
AGENTS NOTES: As is not uncommon for a property of this ilk with generous grounds there is a pedestrian right of way that separates the lower and upper parts of the garden, but is not visible from the property.
The property comes with planning permission for a single storey extension to the rear of the property (expires 2024).
SERVICES: Main water and drainage. Main electricity connected. Gas fired heating. NOTE: None of these services have been tested by the agent.
