3-bedroom house · DN22 0NF
For saleReduced £15k (−3.3%) on 11 SepListed 507 days
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A unique opportunity to acquire a charming three double bedroom detached period property, dating back to the late 19th Century.
The ample plot boasts a detached building, currently operating as an arts and crafts shop, which could be repurposed as a self-contained annexe or Airbnb, lending itself to a family that have relatives stay with them, or wish to make an additional income- Subject to the necessary planning consents.
Boasting ample storage throughout, the substantial ground living accommodation briefly comprises of an entrance hall, characterful lounge, study/ versatile reception room, breakfast kitchen, adjoining dining room, sunny conservatory, utility room, pantry, and a handy ground floor WC.
To the first floor, a sizeable landing gives access to the master bedroom, two further bedrooms, one having a dressing room with walk in wardrobe potential, and a generous family bathroom.
Outside, parking is well catered for on a private driveway leading to an oversized single garage, with wrap around gardens measuring approximately 0.27 acres, showcasing well stocked borders, two summerhouses, a greenhouse and several seating areas.
Neighbouring open countryside on the edge of the rural village of Laneham, the property is ideal for a growing family seeking a country life.
Enjoying miles of walking, cycling and horse riding routes on its doorstep, and close proximity to a play park and traditional village pub, Fair View also boasts easy access to the Georgian market town of Retford via Grove Road.
Retford is renowned for offering a wealth of everyday amenities, restaurants, bars, leisure facilities, and schools for all age groups.
Rampton Primary School and Dunham-on-Trent C of E Primary School, both having most recently achieved good Ofsted ratings, are just a brief drive away.
Viewings are highly recommended to fully appreciate the charm, business opportunity, and peaceful countryside setting being offered for sale.
EPC Rating: E Entrance Hall: Accessed via original wooden door, a staircase with wooden balustrade leading to first floor accommodation, exposed original beams to ceiling, built in storage cupboard, dual aspect windows to front and rear elevations, centre light point, further wall mounted lighting and continuing into: Lounge: (3.99m x 4.04m) Full of character and featuring an open fire upon stone hearth, built in storage cupboard, exposed original beams to ceiling, dual aspect windows to front and side elevations, and wall mounted lighting.
Study: (3.61m x 4.04m) Featuring an open fire upon brick hearth, built in storage cupboard with shelving, exposed original beams to ceiling, dual aspect windows to front and side elevations, and two wall mounted light points.
Breakfast Kitchen: (3.40m x 3.99m) A bespoke oak kitchen, boasting a range of eye and base level units with granite worksurfaces and matching upstand, inset one and a half stainless steel sink with chrome mixer tap, integrated appliances to include hob with concealed extractor canopy above, oven, further combi oven, undercounter fridge and dishwasher, window to side elevation, door leading to side garden and driveway, stone effect vinyl flooring, centre light point, and archway continuing into: Dining Room: (3.40m x 4.27m) Featuring a fireplace with decorative log burner upon tile hearth, exposed original beams to ceiling, window to side elevation, centre light point, further wall mounted lighting, and glass panelled double doors opening up into: Conservatory: (3.58m x 6.20m) With French doors and further side door opening up onto patio area, tile flooring, and centre light point with ceiling fan.
Utility Room: (1.5m x 1.7m) Having plentiful shelving, access to boiler, space and plumbing for washing machine, exposed original beams to ceiling, tile flooring, centre light point and giving access to: Pantry: (1.70m x 1.78m) Having plentiful shelving, exposed original beams to ceiling, obscured window to side elevation, tile flooring and centre light point.
Ground Floor WC: A two piece suite comprising of pedestal wash hand basin, and low level WC, obscured window to rear elevation and centre light point.
First Floor Landing: A spacious landing with access to loft void, exposed original beams to ceiling, three dual aspect windows to front, side and rear elevations, centre light point and continuing into: Bedroom One: (3.99m x 4.04m) Benefitting from bespoke oak wardrobes with an assortment of hanging rails and shelving, further built in storage cupboard, exposed original beams to ceiling, dual aspect windows to front and rear elevations, and centre light point.
Bedroom Two: (3.40m x 3.99m) With dual aspect windows to side elevations, centre light point and continuing into: Dressing Room: (3.40m x 3.99m) With shelving and clothes rail, access to loft void, window to side elevation and centre light point.
Bedroom Three: (3.15m x 4.04m) With built in storage cupboard, exposed original beams to ceiling, dual aspect windows to front and side elevations, and centre light point.
Family Bathroom: (2.49m x 3.99m) A four piece suite comprising of a wash hand basin set upon a vanity unit, low level WC with concealed cistern, bath, and shower enclosure with overhead electric shower handset, wall mounted storage cupboard, obscured window to side elevation, partially tiled walls and centre light point.
Outside: A driveway and oversized single garage lie adjacent to the property, catering for several vehicles.
Fully bound by brick walls and hedging, resides a large, wrap around laid to lawn space with well stocked flowerbed borders, several entertaining areas, two handy outdoor stores, a recently purchased, well insulated summerhouse, additional summerhouse, greenhouse, vegetable patch, outdoor tap and wall mounted outdoor lighting.
Shop: A light flooded space that has been extended over time, with versatile potential.
Oversized Single Garage: (2.82m x 7.75m) With up and over garage door, three dual aspect windows to front and side elevations, door leading to driveway, power and lighting.
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