5 bedroom country house for sale

A substantial and beautifully appointed detached village house with versatile contemporary accommodation including an integral annex for an expanding family or home work use, together with double garage, lovely flowing gardens in a commanding position with stunning views across the county.

Directions - On entering Trefonen from Oswestry, pass the Barley Mow Inn on the right hand side, then continue into Bellan Lane. Proceed up the bank then turn right into Post Office Lane, carry on turning left into Hollies Lane and the property will be seen on the right hand side.

Situation - The property is tucked away towards the fringe of the village, set in an elevated position with truly panoramic views (almost 180 degrees) over part of the village onto open countryside and across the county towards Staffordshire. The village itself offers a number of local amenities including a post office/shop, primary school, pub and church, whilst the neighbouring town of Oswestry is a short drive away and offers a comprehensive shopping centre, business parks and a rail service at Gobowen. Located close to the Welsh border the surrounding countryside offers many outdoor pursuits and Offa's Dyke is close by with a variety of country walks.

Description - Lapworth Heights offers a truly contemporary individual design with particularly versatile accommodation which provides partial (upside/down) living. The accommodation is beautifully presented and it should be noted that the views from the vast majority of the living and bedroom accommodation are stunning.

The layout itself provides a ground floor reception hall with a staircase rising to the first floor accommodation, which has been completely redesigned by the present owners to provide a wonderful contemporary open-plan design, including Lounge, Dining and Kitchen areas all of which benefit from multiple window aspects including three sets of French windows with Juliet balconies. The Kitchen area in particular includes excellent storage units, extensive work surfaces including a large breakfast island with breakfast bar, complemented by a range of quality appliances.

Also, on this floor is the principal bedroom, which is spaciously proportioned including a bank of built in wardrobes, separate dressing area and en-suite shower room. Leading back to the ground floor there are three further bedrooms, together with the main family bath and shower room. The reception hall also gives access to the integral ancillary accommodation, which includes an alternative kitchen/utility room, a family room with patio doors and an adjoining optional Bedroom 5 or Study/Office, which then leads to a useful shower room. This area of the accommodation offers numerous possibilities, including for those who wish to work with a business from home, or to use as therapy or craft rooms or as living accommodation for a dependent relative.

Outside, the gardens are neatly maintained and provide flowing lawns, which sweep predominantly around the house and these include various patio areas and a vegetable garden.

Accommodation -

Covered Entrance Porch - With UPVC double glazed door leading into:

Reception Hall - With Karndean flooring..

Doors leading off to the Bedroom/Annex Accommodation. Staircase leading to the First Floor living accommodation.

First Floor - Approached from a contemporary designed black framed and full height glazed staircase and landing wall.

Open Plan Louge/Dining/Kitchen -

Lounge Area - With fitted carpet, slate fireplace with inset log burner and slate hearth, two sets of matching twin double glazed French doors with frameless glazed Juliet balconies providing stunning views.

Kitchen/Dining Area - With tile effect Karndean flooring.

Generous Dining Area with three matching pendent lights, double glazed twin French doors with glazed frameless Juliet balcony overlooking the garden. Contemporary kitchen fittings to include granite effect worktop with tilled splash, built-in electric Siemans touch control ceramic hob unit with black glazed splashback and extractor hood over, built-in electric Siemans oven. A comprehensive range of white high gloss faced base and high level units comprising cupboards and drawers. Wine rack, large granite topped island with built-in sink unit and breakfast bar. A range of matching white high gloss base units with three pendent lights over.

Utility Room - Tile effect floor covering, matching fitted granite effect worktops with built-in stainless steel sink unit and tiled splash. A good range of white high gloss faced base and wall cupboards. Worcester oil fired central heating boiler, built-in cloaks cupboard , external entrance door which gives access to the sun patio.

From the Landing doors leading off to:

Guest Cloakroom/Wc - Tile effect flooring covering, vanity unit with wash hand basin, close coupled WC with concealed cistern.

Principal Bedroom 1 - Front window aspect providing stunning views. A range of wall to wall fitted contemporary wardrobes incorporating mirror doors. Feature decorated wall.

Dressing Room - With fitted wardrobes.

En-Suite Shower Room - With wood effect flooring, shower cubicle with Aqua style panelled walls and direct feed shower unit including rain head and hand held attachment. Vanity unit with wash hand basin, close coupled WC.

Ground Floor -

Bedroom 2 -

Bedroom 3 - With built-in double wardrobe.

Bedroom 4 -

Bathroom - With low level fluish WC, wash hand basin, panelled bath and shower cubicle.

Internal Annex/Ancillary Accommodation - Leading off the Reception Hall and integrated into the main house and offering versatile sleeping/living accommodation for teenagers, gaming room, work from home/business office suite, therapy rooms or Granny Annex.

Kitchen/Utility - With a range of fitted base and wall units with worktops over, integrated fridge,, integrated dishwasher, sink unit, built-in electric oven with ceramic hob unit over, space for additional appliances.

Living/Dining Room - With UPVC double glazed doors leading out to the parking area, understairs storage area.

Bedroom 5/Study -

En-Suite Shower Room - Tiled floor and part walls. Low flush WC, wash hand basin and tiled shower cubicle with direct feed shower unit.

The Gardens - From the lane a tarmacadam driveway rises to the side of the property and to the garage, providing ample parking. The gardens surround the property offering extensive lawn areas which are flanked by herbaceous borders. The gardens benefit from outside lounging and al-fresco dining patio areas taking advantage of sun at different times of the day. Vegetable garden area with further patio area.

Double Garage - With pedestrian door to the side and electrically operated roller door to the front. Rear lean-to Garden Store.

General Remarks -

Fixtures And Fittings - The fitted carpets as laid and light fittings are included. Only those items described in these particulars are included in the sale.

Services - Mains water, electricity and drainage are understood to be connected. Oil central heating system. None of these services have been tested.

Tenure - Freehold. Purchasers must confirm via their solicitor.

Council Tax - The property is currently in Band F.

Viewings - Via the Agents Halls, 20 Church Street, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 2SP. [use Contact Agent Button]