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Harford Close, Penketh Warrington, Cheshire Harford Close, Penketh Warrington, Cheshire mark antony SALES & LETTING AGENTS HIGHLIGHTS Stunning Family Home Spacious Dining Room Five Bedrooms Study Two En-suites Double Garage Beautiful Kitchen Spectacular Gardens Gorgeous Lounge Driveway Parking DESCRIPTION An absolutely stunning executive home in the sought after location of Penketh. This truly beautiful property has five fantastic bedrooms, two en-suites and an abundance of family living space. With driveway parking for multiple cars and a spectacular garden wrapping around three sides of the property, this really is a enviable home. Access into this ultra-stylish home is into a fabulous gallery hallway leading to beautiful bay fronted lounge, attractive dining room and a luxurious kitchen. There is also a utility room, downstairs WC and a fantastic study room. To the first floor there are five double bedrooms, two of which SUMMARY OF ACCOMMODATION have en-suite facilities and a dressing room to the master. There is also a stylish family bathroom. GROUND FLOOR ● Entrance Hall GARDENS ● Lounge 7.85m x 4.25m ● Dining Room 4.52m x 3.40m A real WOW factor of this wonderful home is the ● Kitchen 4.52m x 5.05m substantial gardens which wrap around three sides of the ● Ulity Room 1.96m x 2.67m property and are beautifully maintained. The garden is ● Study 2.64m x 3.29m south west facing and is a real suntrap, perfect for alfresco ● WC dining. There is also a superb sheltered hot tub. To the FIRST FLOOR front there is driveway parking for multiple vehicles leading ● Landing to a double integrated garage. ● Bedroom One 3.51m x 5.29m ● Dressing Room 1.69m x 1.94m ● En-suite 2.37m x 2.91m ● Bedroom Two 3.00m x 3.94m ● En-suite 1.77m x 2.50m ● Bedroom Three 2.69m x 4.25m ● Bedroom Four 4.06m x 2.88m ● Bedroom Five 3.00m x 2.33m ● Bathroom 2.45m x 1.86m SERVICES ● Gas Central Heang ● Mains connected: Gas, Electric, Water ● Drainage: Mains ● Broadband Availability: Up to 67Mb (Via BT) Harford Close, Penketh, Warrington Property Ref: 11320 Printed Date: 31/08/2018 LOCATION Penketh is an attractive suburb bordered by farmland and within easy driving distance to Warrington Town Centre. Close to a range of excellent schools, it is a sought after area for families. The suburb is home to a selection of cosy pubs, including the Ferry Tavern which sits on the Trans Pennine Trail making it a popular spot for dog walkers and cyclists. The pub is also home to the annual Glastonferry music festival which is always a sell out event in the community. Penketh benefits from a great range of shops, parks and public transport connections. There is also a leisure centre, library and golf club, meaning residents have a great range of GENERAL INFORMATION facilities right on the doorstep. Local Authority: Warrington Borough Council Council Tax Band: F DISTANCES Tenure: Freehold (to be confirmed by Solicitors.) ● Warrington Town Centre 2 miles ● Liverpool City Centre 16 miles via M62 ● Manchester City Centre 22 miles via M56 ● Manchester Airport 20 miles via M56 Contents, Fixtures and Fittings ● Chester City Centre 25 miles via M56 Not included in the asking price. Contents, Fixtures and Fittings for separate negotiation. (Distances quoted are approximate) Mark Antony Estates is regulated by The Property Ombudsman and proud members of: Safe Agent, NAEA and ARLA IMPORTANT NOTICE: Mark Antony Estates wishes to inform all prospective purchasers that these sales particulars have been prepared in good faith as a general guide only. We have not conducted a detailed survey and not checked the availability or function of any service or appliance. Any floor plans shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be drawn to scale. Room sizes stated are approximate and should not be relied upon for furnishing purposes. VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS If there is any important matter that Viewing is strictly by appointment only is likely to affect your decision to Please call 01925 267070 to arrange. purchase; we strongly advise you telephone our office in advance of viewing the property and then verify OTHER SERVICES any details with an independent Upon request, we can assist with many Surveyor or Solicitor. property related services. Including: These particulars do not form part of ● Mortgages ● Survey ● Removals any offer or contract and must not ● Insurance ● Conveyancing ● EPCs be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 82 London Road, Stockton Heath, Warrington mark antony [email protected] www.MarkAntonyEstates.com SALES & LETTING AGENTS Tel: 01925 267070.
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