Stone Cottage Duckington, Nr Malpas

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A charming country property occupying a peaceful and mature garden setting with stabling and paddock Accommodation in Brief • Hall; Lounge; Dining Room; Garden Room; Study; Kitchen/Breakfast Room; Utility; Cloakroom; Separate W.C.; • 3 Double Bedrooms; 2 Bath/Shower Rooms (1 En-suite). • Double Garage; Stabling; Landscaped Gardens; Paddock. • In all approximately 2.9 acres. (1.17ha) Description Stone Cottage is an attractive detached property which was, in all probability, part of a large estate when first built. Since 2003 the present owners have carried out a comprehensive scheme of upgrading and extension of the house to provide a superbly appointed home with high quality kitchen and bathroom fittings by Cheshire Furniture Company and a pressurized oil fired central heating system. Built of sandstone under a thatched roof with high chimney stacks, the cottage has particularly pretty front and rear facades befitting of the age of the building. Internally it is also full of character with exposed ceiling and wall timbers, period doors, stone and timber floors, and impressive fireplaces with woodburners. The layout is well proportioned and suitable for garden room. This was built in 2006 and has freezer, 2 oven oil fired Aga and central island. family living or perhaps for a party wishing to windows on 3 elevations providing a lovely aspect The floor is of limestone tile which leads through downsize from a larger country property. The over the gardens, a vaulted ceiling and a brick into a utility room which has further cupboards front door opens into a hall off which has a fireplace also housing a Clearview wood burner. and work surface with sink, Miele washing cloakroom and separate W.C.. Beyond is the machine and dryer as well as a door to outside. The kitchen is at the south end of the building, lounge which forms the central part of the house accessed from the lounge and also with At first floor level the accommodation has also and has an impressive inglenook fireplace with independent stable door to the patio outside. The been reconfigured and upgraded to provide 3 oak beam and exposed sandstone walls, kitchen incorporates a superbly fitted range wall double bedrooms and 2 bath/shower rooms both accommodating a Clearview woodburner with and floor cupboards and drawers beneath of which are also by Cheshire Furniture Company. canopy. To the side is a useful study and at the polished granite work surfaces, a Belfast sink unit Should anyone wish to extend the property there other end of the house, accessed from the lounge, with mixer tap, Neff appliances including is space to do so, subject to obtaining any is a dining room with double doors leading into a dishwasher, microwave oven, hob and fridge necessary consents. Location Stone Cottage occupies a tranquil position surrounded by rolling countryside some 3 miles from Malpas and 12 miles to the south of the county town of Chester. Situated on Old Coach Road which is a quiet country lane the property is conveniently placed for the picturesque village of Malpas which is fully serviced, while Chester offers a more comprehensive range of services with supermarkets and out of town retail parks. Local schools include Bishop Heber in Malpas, The White House at Whitchurch, Ellesmere College, Abbeygate College at Saighton and the King’s and Queen’s schools in Chester for which there is a school bus service nearby. On the recreational front there is a sports club in Malpas offering football, cricket and tennis and several golf courses locally including Hill Valley and Carden Park. Hunting is with Wynnstay and there is horse racing at Bangor-on-Dee and Chester. The area enjoys good road links with access beyond Chester (12 miles) to the M53 (12 miles) and M56 motorways permitting daily travel to Liverpool (32 miles) and Manchester. To the south the A41 connects with the M54 motorway allowing for ease of access to Telford, Wolverhampton and Birmingham, Liverpool and Manchester airports are 27 and 38 miles respectively and there is a fast rail link from Crewe station to London Euston. Outside Directions The property is approached via a pair of Travel south from Chester on the A41 turning left electrically operated entrance gates and over a at the Broxon Roundabout. Proceed up the hill for gravelled drive to a wide parking area next to approximately half a mile turning right signposted which is the garage which is a detached building for Duckington. Continue to the brow of the hill constructed of brick and block under a slate roof and having started to descend the hill continue with to the rear a garden store and enclosed dog for a further half a mile where the splayed run. The principal part of the building comprises entrance for Stone Cottage will be seen on the a double garage (21’ 1” x 18’) with 2 up and over right hand side. doors (1 electric, 1 manual) and a side courtesy door. There is a staircase leading to a first floor loft providing useful storage. The building is Property Information served with light, water and power. Address: Stone Cottage, Old Coach Road, Duckington, Malpas, SY14 8LH To the south is the stable yard with a range of timber stables built on a brick plinth and with felt Services: Mains Water, Electricity, Private tank roof, comprising 4 loose boxes and store/tack drainage (Septic Tank), Broadband connection room. The stables are served with water and have available. gated access to the drive. Local Authority: Cheshire West & Chester The gardens are a particular feature of Stone Council. Tel: 0300 123 8123: Cottage having been superbly landscaped by the Council Tax: Tax Band G - £2,614.41 payable present owners. They comprise lawns on either 2016/17 side of the drive with, to the north, a circular rose border with clipped box and central weeping pear Viewing: Only by appointment with tree. Along the north boundary runs a mature Jackson-Stops & Staff Chester office. hedge row and a variety of trees and shrubs which shield the house from the lane, and there is a stone sett path with pedestrian gate. To the south are further lawns with connecting steps and densely planted borders with numerous flowers providing wonderful colour including Azaleas, Lupins, Lilies and Acers. There is a raised flagged patio immediately next to the house which enjoys a lovely light aspect facing south west. Energy Efficiency Rating The remainder of the land is a paddock which has gated access from the garden and also an independent access onto the lane. Measured in accordance with RICS guidelines. Every attempt is made to ensure accuracy, however all measurements are approximate. This floor plan is for illustrative purposes only and is not to scale. W

Bedroom 3 15'2 x 12'3 4.62 x 3.73m

Bathroom 10'6 x 9'3 3.20 x 2.81m Garden Room 16'9 x 14'5 W 5.10 x 4.39m

DN En--Suite Shower Bedroom 1 17'6 x 12'7 5.33 x 3.83m

This Plan is based upon the Ordnance Survey Map with the sanction of the Dining Room Controller of H.M. Stationery Office. Crown Copyright reserved. (ES100033380). 15'2 x 12'3 This Plan is published for the convenience of Purchasers only. Its accuracy is not Beddroom 2 guaranteed and it is expressly excluded from any contract. NOT TO SCALE. 4.62 x 2.73m 15'2 x 12'11 4.62 x 3.93m

First Floor

Lounge 23'11 x 14'10 7.29 x 4.52m

Utility Room Kitchen UP 16'7 x 122'6 5.05 x 3.81m

Hall 11'7 x 9'3 3.53 x 2.81m

Study W.C 10'5 x 6'0 Cloaks 3.17 x 1.82m Ground Floor

Important Notice 1. These particulars have been prepared in good faith as a general guide, they are not exhaustive and include information provided to us by other parties including the seller, not all of which will have been verified by us. 2. We have not carried out a detailed or structural survey; we have not tested any services, appliances or fittings. Measurements, floor plans, orientation and distances are given as approximate only and should not be relied on. 3. The photographs are not necessarily comprehensive or current, aspects may have changed since the photographs were taken. No assumption should be made that any contents are included in the sale. 4. We have not checked that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation approval, statutory or regulatory permissions or consents. Any reference to any alterations or use of any part of the property does not mean that necessary planning, building regulations, or other consent has been obtained. 5. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves by inspection, searches, enquiries, surveys, and professional advice about all relevant aspects of the property. 6. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact; we have no authority to make or give any representation or warranties in relation to the property. If these are required, you should include their terms in any contract between you and the seller. Chester 01244 328361 [email protected] 25 Nicholas Street, Chester, CH1 2NZ jackson-stops.co.uk