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PRIMROSE COTTAGE, GREEN LANE, PICTON, , CH2 4HG

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Primrose Cottage, Green Lane Picton Valley, Picton, Chester, CH2 4HG Just fifteen minutes from Chester City Centre and perfectly located at the head of a tranquil no through country lane - a substantial four bedroom, three bathroom detached house with extensive outbuildings, set in grounds of approximately two acres and enjoying delightful rural views to front and back.

For the discerning purchaser who enjoys the outdoor life and values tranquility and natural beauty, the subject property is a superb opportunity. It is located at the head of a quiet country lane enjoying splendid views and almost complete privacy and seclusion. The rural aspects do though belie what is a surprisingly central position close to the popular village of , the City Centre of Chester and a comprehensive road network system. The property was constructed circa 1830 and has been significantly altered and extended in more recent times. Today, it provides an excellent family home with ample space and a flexible layout. Externally the house is set in grounds of circa two acres and has extensive outbuildings.

The accommodation opens with a very useful suite shower room. Worthy of particular attention is entrance vestibule that in turn leads to a dining hall. the stylish family bathroom that is of a generous size The dining hall is an attractive entrance to the and finished to a particularly good standard. property with a bespoke staircase rising to the first floor. To the right of the dining hall is a well Externally the property is totally unique and a proportioned living room that has a feature fireplace paradise for those who enjoy the outdoor life. The as its focal point and double width doors that open gardens and grounds are split into different areas and onto the rear patio. To the left of the dining hall is a sections with a particularly strong emphasis on really attractive family room/snug that has its own providing natural wild life environments and provision woodburning stove. The breakfast kitchen is an for animals including horses and dogs. These are excellent size, is extensively fitted, has solid black reflected in an ornamental pond, recently granite preparation surfaces throughout and ample constructed manage and the excellent range of space for table and chairs. outbuildings. The outbuildings include a large double garage, stable block, store and separate timber shed. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a The outbuildings, subject to planning permission useful pantry, very spacious utility room, large being granted, also offer the potential for future shower room and a rear hall/porch. ancillary use.

At first floor level the landing gives access to the Viewing is recommended to appreciate the full master bedroom, three further bedrooms and a extend and appeal of this excellent individual semi- family bathroom. The master bedroom has the rural country property benefit of a walk in wardrobe and an attractive en

LOCATION On the educational front there is a good selection of The property occupies a rural position on the edge private and state schooling including The Firs, The of Mickle Trafford being 2 miles to the east of the Hammond, Abbeygate College and the Kings and county town of Chester. The village offers an Queens in Chester. attractive church at , several pubs and restaurants locally whilst the historic walled city of Mickle Trafford is extremely convenient for the Chester offers a comprehensive range of services Chester southerly by-pass which connects with the with extensive shopping in the vicinity of the A55 serving North Wales and the M53 and M56 renowned 'Chester Rows' complimented by out of motorways accessing Liverpool and Manchester. The town retail parks and supermarkets. Chester Business Park, Deeside Industrial Park and Wrexham Industrial Estate are all very accessible Within close proximity are numerous sports clubs whilst Liverpool, Manchester and all areas of including rugby at , cricket at Boughton commerce throughout the North-west are within Hall, tennis at and rowing on the river. For daily commuting distance. Liverpool and Manchester golfing enthusiasts there are several courses locally International airports are both within 30 minutes including Vicars Cross, Waverton and Chester Golf travelling time and there is a 2 hour rail service to Club in Curzon Park. The property is within a short London Euston from Chester Station via . travelling distance of Chester Zoo and Oaks Retail Outlet.

ENTRANCE VESTIBULE FAMILY ROOM 10' 10" x 4' 3" (3.3m x 1.3m) Front and side aspect 13' 5" x 12' 1" (4.09m x 3.68m) Woodburning stove UPVC double glazed windows. Front entrance door. set on tiled hearth with beam mantle over. Fully tiled Fully tiled floor. Access to eaves space. Door with floor. Underfloor heating. Single panel radiator. obscured glass panelling leading to the dining hall. Front aspect triple width UPVC double glazed window. Doors to dining hall, breakfast kitchen, DINING HALL pantry and utility room. 10' 10" x 10' 6" (3.3m x 3.2m) Fully tiled floor. Bespoke staircase with spindled balustrade rising to PANTRY the first floor. Fully tiled floor. Underfloor 7' 5" x 2' 6" (2.26m x 0.76m) heating.Two wall light points. Exposed roof purlins and ceiling beams. Double panel radiator. Doors to UTILITY ROOM living room, entrance vestibule and family room. 11' 3" x 9' 11" (3.43m x 3.02m) Fitted with a range of floor level cupboards with rolled edged preparation LIVING ROOM surface and inset single bowl stainless bowl sink. Side 18' 9" x 10' 11" (5.72m x 3.33m) Marble effect and rear aspect UPVC double glazed windows. Tiled fireplace with matching hearth and insert housing window sill. Fully tiled floor. Door leading to rear living flame coal effect fire. Two wall light points. hall. Door to family room and door to shower Double panel radiator. Coved ceiling. Double width room. doors opening onto rear patio.

SHOWER ROOM REAR HALL 9' 10" x 6' 3" (3m x 1.91m) Fitted with a suite 7' 8" x 4' 6" (2.34m x 1.37m) Rear aspect UPVC comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin double glazed window. Tiled window sill. Single and fully tiled shower enclosure. Fully tiled walls. panel radiator. Fully tiled floor. Door to utility Fully tiled floor. UPVC double glazed side and rear room, outside and breakfast kitchen. aspect obscured glass windows. Door to the utility room.

BREAKFAST KITCHEN 17' 8" x 10' 11" (5.38m x 3.33m) Fitted with a range of lime wood wall and floor cupboards together with sliding drawers and black solid granite preparation surfaces throughout. Integrated Bosch oven with four ring LPG hob over. Integrated Bosch dishwasher. Integrated one and half bowl sink with chrome mixer tap. Integrated Rayburn. Double width glass fronted crockery display cabinet. Fully tiled floor. Front, side and rear aspect UPVC double glazed windows. Single panel radiator. Framed opening to family room. Door with glass panelling leading to the rear hall.

FIRST FLOOR WALK IN WARDROBE 5' 3" x 5' 3" (1.6m x 1.6m) Maximum measurements HALF LANDING taken at widest points. Rear aspect UPVC double glazed window. Staircase with spindled balustrade leading down to the dining EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM hall. Staircase with spindled balustrade rising up to 7' 10" x 4' 8" (2.39m x 1.42m) Fitted with a suite first floor landing. comprising vanitory unit with floor level cupboard, wash hand basin and low level WC with concealed FIRST FLOOR LANDING cistern and push button flush in addition to fully tiled The first floor landing is in approximate "S" shape and shower enclosure. Fully tiled floor. Fully tiled walls. has exposed ceiling timbers, bespoke staircase, Single panel radiator. Chrome towel rail. Rear double airing cupboard with slatted shelving and aspect UPVC double glazed window. Door to the lagged hot water cylinder and doors to four bedroom. bedrooms and family bathroom. BEDROOM TWO MASTER BEDROOM 18' 9" x 10' 11" (5.72m x 3.33m) Front and rear 17' 2" x 10' 11" (5.23m x 3.33m) Front and side aspect UPVC double glazed windows. Double panel aspect UPVC double glazed windows. Double panel radiator. Access to loft space. Door and step down radiator. Exposed ceiling beams. Doors to landing, to landing. en suite shower room and walk in wardrobe.

BEDROOM THREE 14' 2" x 9' 8" (4.32m x 2.95m) Rear aspect UPVC parking and turning space for several vehicles. From double glazed window. Two velux windows. Double the drive to the right there is a good expanse of lawn panel radiator. Built in wardrobes. Door and step and a paved path leading to the front door down to landing. immediately in front of there is a beautiful sandstone walling, raised steps and well stocked beds and BEDROOM FOUR borders. To the left there is a further extended 12' 1" x 8' 4" (3.68m x 2.54m) Front aspect UPVC driveway leading to the double garage/stable block double glazed windows enjoying excellent views. and a further brick built store building. Double panel radiator. Built in bedroom furniture. The property is ideal for those with a pony or horse FAMILY BATHROOM there being grass paddocks and an excellent ménage. 9' 6" x 6' 3" (2.9m x 1.91m) Fitted with a suite comprising low level WC, bidet with mixer tap, There is an additional area of garden to the side pedestal wash hand basin and rolled top bath with property accessed via a wrought iron gate and chrome mixer tap and shower attachment. Fully tiled hedged arch from the principal garden. This beautiful wall. Heated chrome towel rail/radiator. Fully tiled area is something of a "secret garden" and has within walls and floor. Front aspect UPVC double glazed it a superb stone edged ornamental pond with obscured glass window. Extractor fan. Exposed roof further vehicular access. purlin. Door to landing. The external environment as a whole is an absolute delight extending to approximately two acres or EXTERNAL thereabouts. The gardens and grounds enjoy superb The driveway is approached via a timber five bar gate levels of seclusion and privacy and must be viewed in set beneath sandstone pillars. The gates secure a rder to be truly appreciated. wide paved driveway that provides ample off road

OUTBUILDINGS STABLE 13' 4" x 11' 11" (4.06m x 3.63m) Rear aspect DETACHED BRICK BUILDING window. Door to front. Utilised for general purposes. TACK ROOM TIMBER SHED 13' 4" x 5' 10" (4.06m x 1.78m)

DOUBLE GARAGE SERVICES 23' 9" x 19' 7" (7.24m x 5.97m) Up and over door. We understand that mains water, electricity, LPG gas Pedestrian door to the front. Two side aspect for oven/hob, oil central heating and septic tank windows. Sliding door leading to store. drainage connected.

STORE VIEWING 19' 8" x 15' 0" (5.99m x 4.57m) Presently utilised for Viewing by appointment with the Agents Tarporley the storage of hay. Sliding door to garage. Timber office door leading to stable block canapé. TENURE STABLE BLOCK CANAPE We believe the property is freehold tenure Two doors, one leading to the tack room and one to the stable.

ROUTE FROM TARPORLEY subject property will be found on the right hand side, From our office in Tarporley village take a right turn clearly identified by a further Wright Marshall board. out of the village in the direction of Chester and proceed through the roundabout and take the ROUTE FROM CHESTER second exit onto the A51. Proceed along the A51 for From our office in Grosvenor Street, Chester take a a few miles having passed St. Peters School left turn to the roundabout. At the roundabout take and St. Peters Church on the right hand side. the third exit. Carry on through one set of traffic Continue along passing Okells nursery / garden lights to the fountain roundabout at which point take centre on the left hand side. At the the second exit, passing the Northgate Arena on the roundabout take the first exit in the direction of left hand side. At the next roundabout take a left Chester. Proceed along, passing the BP garage and turn. Continue over the Hoole bridge to the Darts clothing on the right hand side and soon after roundabout then take the second exit signposted take a right turn signposted into , , . At the next Wicker Lane, which when followed round, turns into roundabout take the second exit again and continue Station Road. Upon reaching a junction with the main through Mickle Trafford. Continue until reaching a road of Mickle Traffird ( Road) carry crossroads then turn left onto Station Road continue straight on onto School Lane. At the next junction to end then turn right into The Street and then turn take the right turn / bend onto The Street. The road left onto Picton Lane, and second left onto Picton bends left on to Picton Lane. Carry along Picton Lane Valley. Continue to the culmination of the lane where until seeing a Wright Marshall for sale board at which the property can be found on the right hand side. point take a left turn onto Green Lane. Proceed to the conclusion of Green Lane, whereupon the

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