This is an incredibly rare opportunity to purchase what is arguably one of the most architecturally interesting properties in Co. Antrim comprising a bespoke designed four bedroom detached house with four plus reception rooms extending to 3,335sq.ft. with provision left for a potential attic conversion if required. Unseen from the roadside ensuring the maximum amount of privacy, the property is approached through ornate, classically styled electric gates and a sweeping tree lined avenue, with the first glimpse of this stunning property reserved until going over a low hill and rounding a slight bend making the drama of the first sighting all the more impressive. With the "suspended" turret and mix of stonework and render reminiscent of a Scottish baronial hall this substantial property nestles comfortably into it's mature setting as if it has been there for centuries. The current owner has painstakingly curated a mixture of materials and style to create the impression of an old stone cottage that has been substantially renovated and extended to create what is a modern home with a very traditional aesthetic.
In addition to the main property, sitting on approx. 1.2 acres, the avenue passes by to a well screened, large fully stoned yard area of circa. half an acre which includes a substantial cavity wall portal framed commercial shed in two sections, the largest of which measures an impressive 79'5 x 34' with lorry height electrically operated roller shutter door and two half lofts at either end comprising additional storage and office space with kitchen area and W/C. The adjoining section measures 34'2 x 21'2 and incorporates two large stables with a hay loft over and plenty of space for a horse box or lorry.
The combination of house, yard, shed and stables makes this an ideal opportunity for anyone wishing to run a business from home (subject to necessary approvals) or with an equestrian interest and who may be interested in just over 7 acres of additional lands
- FEATURES
- ACCOMMODATION
- Hard wood 4 panel entrance door to:
- ENTRANCE PORCH
- Single radiator. Fully tiled floor. 4 panel pitch pine door to:
- DINING HALL 6.58m x 4.62m (21'7 x 15'2)
- Open fire with feature ornate black marble surround, part polished cast iron inset and polished granite hearth. Fully tiled floor with feature border. Open to under stairs. Solid ash stair case to first floor with hand carved newel post and turned balustrade. Ceiling cornice. Two old school style cast iron radiators. Open arch way to:
- CONNECTING HALL
- with complimentary arched window to rear. Corniced ceiling. Twin wall light points. Underfloor heating. Fully tiled floor through to:
- INNER HALL 3.58m x 3.20m (11'9 x 10'6)
- Ceiling cornice. Old school style cast iron radiator. Fully tiled floor with central feature. Underfloor heating. Curved wall detail.
- WALK-IN CLOAKS CUPBOARD
- Plumbed for wash hand basin and W/C.
- LOUNGE 8.33m x 5.56m (27'4 x 18'3)
- (into bay window). Dual aspect windows. Ceiling cornice. Two double radiators. Picture rail. Two wall light points. Double doors to inner hall.
- STUDY 3.73m x 3.58m (12'3 x 11'9)
- (max) Old school style cast iron radiator.
- SUNROOM 5.49m x 3.86m (18' x 12'8)
- High vaulted ceiling with exposed timber ceiling beams. "Spanish" style corner open fire place with reclaimed wooden mantle. Fully tiled floor. Twin wall light points. Underfloor heating. Dual aspect hard wood double glazed windows and six pane French doors to front.
- KITCHEN WITH INFORMAL LIVING AND DINING AREA 9.75m x 4.72m (32 x 15'6)
- Semi-vaulted ceiling with exposed pitch pine ceiling beams. Old school cast iron radiator. Reclaimed "Belfast" brick "Inglenook" style fire place with cast iron multi solid fuel stove linked to hot water system. Large pitch pine beam mantle. Deep window reveals with oak inner cills. Feature stained glass window. 6 pane glazed hard wood French doors to rear. Full range of pippy oak "Shaker style" framed kitchen units with matching handles,open display shelving and plate rack. Inset "Belfast" style sink with mixer taps and contrasting polished granite work surfaces and fluted double drainer. Space for range style cooker (plumbed for gas). Plumbed for dish washer . Part tiled walls to work surfaces. Over window pelmet. Free standing matching center island with storage units and open shelving. Solid oak work surface. Video intercom phone for electric gates. Fully tiled floor. Under floor heating.
- REAR HALL
- Fully tiled floor. Old school style cast iron radiator. Hard wood door to rear with double glazed port light.
- UTILITY 3.58m x 2.64m (11'9 x 8'8)
- Full range of bleached oak effect high and low level units with chrome handles and contrasting work surfaces. Single drainer stainless steel sink unit with mixer taps. Plumbed for washing machine and space for dryer. Tall unit concealing "Beam"" vacuum receptacle. Stainless steel pyramid style extractor canopy. (No hob but space to install) Fully tiled floor. Access to return loft.
- SHOWER ROOM WITH W/C 2.11m x 1.78m (6'11 x 5'10)
- Modern white Victorian style suite comprising low flush W/C and pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splash back. Three quarter tiled corner wet room style shower cubicle with thermostatic shower unit and pivot and slide glazed cubicle doors. Fully tiled floor with matching tiled "skirting".
- FIRST FLOOR LANDING
- Curved ash handrail to gallery landing. Corniced ceiling. Old school style cast iron radiator. Access to loft.
- BEDROOM 1 6.30m x 4.83m (20'8 x 15'10)
- (into bay) Dual aspect windows. Corniced ceiling. Twin wall lights points. Wood strip floor. Double radiator.
- DRESSING ROOM 3.12m x 2.84m (10'3 x 9'4)
- Full range of built-in wardrobes and open shelving. Pitch pine vanity area. Solid wood floor. Single radiator.
- WALK-IN HOT PRESS
- Large insulated copper cylinder and "Willis" type immersion heater. Shelving.
- ENSUITE BATHROOM 3.76m x 2.87m (12'4 x 9'5)
- (plus turret) Modern white Victorian style suite comprising wall mounted low flush WC with exposed, ornate brackets and polished chrome pipework. Bidet and pedestal wash hand basin with tiled splash back. Feature circular bath edged in tiles and set into turret with three hard wood double glazed windows over looking open countryside. Low voltage downlights. Corniced ceiling. Fully tiled floor. Old school style cast iron radiator. Double radiator. Walk-in wet room style fully tiled shower cubicle with thermostatic shower unit. Low voltage down lights. Extractor fan.
- BEDROOM 2 5.00m x 3.38m (16'5 x 11'1)
- Solid wood floor. Corniced ceiling. Double radiator. Access to;
- JACK & JILL ENSUITE 1.96m x 1.91m (6'5 x 6'3)
- Modern white suite comprising low flush W/C and pedestal wash hand basin with "monobloc" mixer taps and tiled splash back. Three quarter tiled corner quadrant shower cubicle with thermostatic shower unit and pivot and slide cubicle doors. Solid wood floor. Single radiator.
- BEDROOM 3 4.47m x 2.97m (14'8 x 9'9)
- Solid wood floor. Double radiator. Access to "Jack & Jill" ensuite.
- BEDROOM 4 3.51m x 2.84m (11'6 x 9'4)
- Solid wood floor. Single radiator. Corniced ceiling.
- OUTSIDE
- Feature cast iron automatic gates to stoned, tree lined avenue turning to tarmac drive accessing residential property and commercial yard. Pink stone drive to front and side with low level walling with inset lights. Parking for 10 plus cars. Generous gardens to front, side and rear in neat lawn, mature hedgerows and trees. Paved pathway to sides leading to rear patio area.
- COVERED OUTSIDE SEATING AREA 3.56m x 3.25m (11'8 x 10'8)
- with low level reclaimed brick walls and complimentary open fire place. Pitched and tiled roof. Open on three sides. Quarry tiled flooring. Outside tap.
- BLOCK BUILT STORAGE SHED DIVIDED IN 2 (FRONT) 3.28m x 2.03m (10'9 x 6'8)
- Oil fired boiler. Service door to front.
- BLOCK BUILT STORAGE SHED DIVIDED IN 2 (REAR) 3.30m x 3.15m (10'10 x 10'4)
- "Belfast" style sink. Power and light. Service door to side.
- Access to extensive stoned yard area from tarmac avenue via large double gates. Suitable for parking lorries or other forms of plant and machinery. Access to:
- SHED 1 24.21m x 10.36m (79'5 x 34)
- Lorry height electric roller door with adjacent steel pedestrian door. Power and light. Service door to rear. Full height middle section with staircase access to half lofts at either side.
- LOFT 1
- Subdivided into two;
- OFFICE 5.94m x 3.35m (19'6 x 11 )
- plus store room, kitchen and separate W/C.
- STORAGE ROOM 5.49m x 4.88m (18' x 16')
- With double doors to main shed.
- LOFT 2 10.87m x 6.07m (35'8 x 19'11)
- SHED 2 10.41m x 6.45m (34'2 x 21'2)
- Accessed via two sliding doors.Two stables with access to enclosed half loft over.
- IMPORTANT NOTE TO ALL POTENTIAL PURCHASERS;
- Please note, none of the services or appliances have been tested at this property.