House For Sale £795,000
Carter Lodge is an exceptional family home, enjoying a superb location on the periphery of this sought after village, with stunning views across open farmland. The property has been thoughtfully enlarged and offers immaculate accommodation of a versatile nature that is well-suited to modern lifestyles, and benefits from an integral annexe/holiday cottage.
The finishes throughout the property are of exceptional quality and include galvanised guttering, low maintenance boarded elevations, oak doors, architraves, skirting boards, oak staircase, integral Miele appliances, part under floor heating, oak, tiled and Karndean floor coverings and quality sanitary ware throughout. The reception hall is especially inviting and has attractive curved walls, clever storage solutions and stairs rising to the galleried landing. The principal reception room is truly impressive, with stunning views to the front, an imposing tiled fire recess with oak lintel above and a large wood burning stove, oak flooring, painted structural steel work to the ceiling and large sliding doors to a covered entertaining area.
The kitchen/breakfast room forms the hub of the house and is conveniently situated in the centre of the property. It benefits from an extensive range of units, a large central island unit with dishwasher, sink and boiling water tap. There are four Miele ovens to include a steam oven, two conventional ovens, a microwave and a Miele gas hob, in addition there is an integral fridge and freezer. The units are capped with attractive Caesar stone surfaces with matching splash backs, and Karndean flooring blends with the colour scheme. There is also a large walk in pantry that has extensive shelving. The room opens to a dining area which has a large glass roof atrium and there are bi-fold doors to the garden, the family area/snug has patio doors accessing the aforementioned covered entertaining area.
The remainder of the ground floor in the main house comprises a utility room with floor units and granite tops, space for a washing machine and tumble dryer and further storage. There is also a lavishly appointed cloak/shower room with tiling to the walls and floors, a rectangular sink on a vanity unit and a low level WC.
The first floor is equally impressive, with clever touches throughout to maximize storage space and a high degree of versatility. The principal suite benefits from a dual aspect with stunning views to the front, a part vaulted ceiling and has attractive oak beams on display. There is ample built in wardrobe space and a square arch accesses a superb en-suite which has a free standing oval bath, large shower cubicle, a rectangular sink with a vanity unit beneath and a tiled floor with electric under floor heating.
There are four further bedrooms, one of which has an en-suite, and an attractive glazed door with a Juliette balcony. The third bedroom is served by a stylish Jack and Jil bathroom with a tiled shower cubicle, bath with oak panel and a matching white suite. There are to similarly sized bedrooms which have Velux roof lights which are also served by this bath/shower room.
The annexe/holiday cottage adds another dimension to the property, it can be separately accessed from outside and inside, and has its own private garden, and would suite a wide variety of family requirements, or could be used to generate income. It is luxuriously appointed with an extremely spacious open plan living/dining area which has oak flooring and siding patio doors to a covered west facing entertaining terrace. The kitchen is fitted with shaker style units, oak worktops and integral appliances to include a Miele dishwasher, oven, hob and extractor hood. There is a spacious principal suite which has oak lintels above the windows and a beautiful en-suite shower room. The second bedroom also has beams above the windows and a door to a sandstone entertaining terrace, and is served by a spacious bathroom, with a shower over the bath and a matching suite with a vanity unit, and further storage space and an integral washer dryer.
The outside space on offer at Carter Loge is equally practical and stylish. The property is approached by a large in and out gravel drive providing extensive parking, which is flanked by attractive dwarf red brick walls, adjacent to which are expanses of lawn. The house is accessed via steps to a large paved and covered veranda, which is supported by impressive oak posts and bordered by red brick walls and provides shelter. To the southerly elevation is a substantial cart lodge which has a paved floor and provides under cover parking, above this is a purpose built home office accessed by external steps, which is fully equipped for those wishing to run a business or work from home. Adjacent to the cart lodge are two gates leading to further parking and accessing the substantial detached workshop/storage building which is fully equipped with power and light.
The rear gardens are perfectly suited to the house and benefit from a westerly aspect allowing them to benefit from the afternoon and evening sunshine. Immediately to the rear of the property is an extensive terrace with a bespoke arbour above and a dedicated BBQ area with a tiled top and back. Adjacent to this is an attractive water feature. Next to this is the stunning covered entreating terrace which has tiling to the walls, Karndean flooring with heating and a stylish boarded oak ceiling with a large glass atrium. In addition there is a sink and further BBQ space set within a granite worktop. This really is the perfect set up for those that enjoy a party.
The garden has raised vegetable beds at the rear and a number of stocked borders to provide colour and interest and a large expanse of lawn. A further substantial detached outbuilding has a dog run and French doors to a further terrace and is equipped with power and light. There is bespoke horizontal screening to provide privacy for the covered terrace of the annexe, and a large expanse of astro turf to create extra outside eating areas. The terrace to the front of the annexe is accessed via a five bar gate hung between red brick piers and leads to the drive.
Carter Lodge is an exceptional village property, and is a great credit to the current owners who have utilised high quality materials and fabulous décor throughout to create a home of considerable style and substance, which is perfect for modern lifestyles.
Agents Notes:
The annexe has a separate heating system.
A water softener is installed.
Reception hall 16' 4" x 8' 6" (5.0m x 2.60m)
sitting room 23' 4" x 21' 7" (7.12m x 6.60m)
dining room 13' 1" x 10' 4" (4.0m x 3.15m)
kitchen/breakfast room 29' 6" x 13' 5" (9.0m x 4.10m)
sitting/dining room 21' 7" x 16' 10" (6.60m x 5.15m)
kitchen 10' 9" x 8' 2" (3.30m x 2.50m)
study/bedroom 12' 5" x 9' 4" (3.80m x 2.85m)
bedroom/snug 19' 6" x 12' 7" (5.95m x 3.85m)
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bathroom
cloak/shower room
utility room 9' 2" x 8' 2" (2.80m x 2.50m)
covered sun terrace 22' 11" x 13' 1" (7.0m x 4.0m)
principal suite 17' 6" x 15' 8" (5.35m x 4.80m)
bedroom 2 17' 0" x 12' 11" (5.20m x 3.95m)
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bedroom 3 13' 1" x 11' 11" (4.0m x 3.65m)
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bedroom 4 9' 10" x 9' 0" (3.0m x 2.75m)
bedroom 5 9' 10" x 8' 10" (3.0m x 2.70m)
double cart lodge 19' 0" x 16' 0" (5.80m x 4.90m)
home office 19' 0" x 9' 10" (5.80m x 3.0m)
workshop 32' 3" x 14' 1" (9.85m x 4.30m)
garden room 15' 5" x 12' 1" (4.70m x 3.70m)
dog run 12' 1" x 6' 0" (3.70m x 1.85m)
The finishes throughout the property are of exceptional quality and include galvanised guttering, low maintenance boarded elevations, oak doors, architraves, skirting boards, oak staircase, integral Miele appliances, part under floor heating, oak, tiled and Karndean floor coverings and quality sanitary ware throughout. The reception hall is especially inviting and has attractive curved walls, clever storage solutions and stairs rising to the galleried landing. The principal reception room is truly impressive, with stunning views to the front, an imposing tiled fire recess with oak lintel above and a large wood burning stove, oak flooring, painted structural steel work to the ceiling and large sliding doors to a covered entertaining area.
The kitchen/breakfast room forms the hub of the house and is conveniently situated in the centre of the property. It benefits from an extensive range of units, a large central island unit with dishwasher, sink and boiling water tap. There are four Miele ovens to include a steam oven, two conventional ovens, a microwave and a Miele gas hob, in addition there is an integral fridge and freezer. The units are capped with attractive Caesar stone surfaces with matching splash backs, and Karndean flooring blends with the colour scheme. There is also a large walk in pantry that has extensive shelving. The room opens to a dining area which has a large glass roof atrium and there are bi-fold doors to the garden, the family area/snug has patio doors accessing the aforementioned covered entertaining area.
The remainder of the ground floor in the main house comprises a utility room with floor units and granite tops, space for a washing machine and tumble dryer and further storage. There is also a lavishly appointed cloak/shower room with tiling to the walls and floors, a rectangular sink on a vanity unit and a low level WC.
The first floor is equally impressive, with clever touches throughout to maximize storage space and a high degree of versatility. The principal suite benefits from a dual aspect with stunning views to the front, a part vaulted ceiling and has attractive oak beams on display. There is ample built in wardrobe space and a square arch accesses a superb en-suite which has a free standing oval bath, large shower cubicle, a rectangular sink with a vanity unit beneath and a tiled floor with electric under floor heating.
There are four further bedrooms, one of which has an en-suite, and an attractive glazed door with a Juliette balcony. The third bedroom is served by a stylish Jack and Jil bathroom with a tiled shower cubicle, bath with oak panel and a matching white suite. There are to similarly sized bedrooms which have Velux roof lights which are also served by this bath/shower room.
The annexe/holiday cottage adds another dimension to the property, it can be separately accessed from outside and inside, and has its own private garden, and would suite a wide variety of family requirements, or could be used to generate income. It is luxuriously appointed with an extremely spacious open plan living/dining area which has oak flooring and siding patio doors to a covered west facing entertaining terrace. The kitchen is fitted with shaker style units, oak worktops and integral appliances to include a Miele dishwasher, oven, hob and extractor hood. There is a spacious principal suite which has oak lintels above the windows and a beautiful en-suite shower room. The second bedroom also has beams above the windows and a door to a sandstone entertaining terrace, and is served by a spacious bathroom, with a shower over the bath and a matching suite with a vanity unit, and further storage space and an integral washer dryer.
The outside space on offer at Carter Loge is equally practical and stylish. The property is approached by a large in and out gravel drive providing extensive parking, which is flanked by attractive dwarf red brick walls, adjacent to which are expanses of lawn. The house is accessed via steps to a large paved and covered veranda, which is supported by impressive oak posts and bordered by red brick walls and provides shelter. To the southerly elevation is a substantial cart lodge which has a paved floor and provides under cover parking, above this is a purpose built home office accessed by external steps, which is fully equipped for those wishing to run a business or work from home. Adjacent to the cart lodge are two gates leading to further parking and accessing the substantial detached workshop/storage building which is fully equipped with power and light.
The rear gardens are perfectly suited to the house and benefit from a westerly aspect allowing them to benefit from the afternoon and evening sunshine. Immediately to the rear of the property is an extensive terrace with a bespoke arbour above and a dedicated BBQ area with a tiled top and back. Adjacent to this is an attractive water feature. Next to this is the stunning covered entreating terrace which has tiling to the walls, Karndean flooring with heating and a stylish boarded oak ceiling with a large glass atrium. In addition there is a sink and further BBQ space set within a granite worktop. This really is the perfect set up for those that enjoy a party.
The garden has raised vegetable beds at the rear and a number of stocked borders to provide colour and interest and a large expanse of lawn. A further substantial detached outbuilding has a dog run and French doors to a further terrace and is equipped with power and light. There is bespoke horizontal screening to provide privacy for the covered terrace of the annexe, and a large expanse of astro turf to create extra outside eating areas. The terrace to the front of the annexe is accessed via a five bar gate hung between red brick piers and leads to the drive.
Carter Lodge is an exceptional village property, and is a great credit to the current owners who have utilised high quality materials and fabulous décor throughout to create a home of considerable style and substance, which is perfect for modern lifestyles.
Agents Notes:
The annexe has a separate heating system.
A water softener is installed.
Reception hall 16' 4" x 8' 6" (5.0m x 2.60m)
sitting room 23' 4" x 21' 7" (7.12m x 6.60m)
dining room 13' 1" x 10' 4" (4.0m x 3.15m)
kitchen/breakfast room 29' 6" x 13' 5" (9.0m x 4.10m)
sitting/dining room 21' 7" x 16' 10" (6.60m x 5.15m)
kitchen 10' 9" x 8' 2" (3.30m x 2.50m)
study/bedroom 12' 5" x 9' 4" (3.80m x 2.85m)
bedroom/snug 19' 6" x 12' 7" (5.95m x 3.85m)
ensuite
bathroom
cloak/shower room
utility room 9' 2" x 8' 2" (2.80m x 2.50m)
covered sun terrace 22' 11" x 13' 1" (7.0m x 4.0m)
principal suite 17' 6" x 15' 8" (5.35m x 4.80m)
bedroom 2 17' 0" x 12' 11" (5.20m x 3.95m)
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bedroom 3 13' 1" x 11' 11" (4.0m x 3.65m)
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bedroom 4 9' 10" x 9' 0" (3.0m x 2.75m)
bedroom 5 9' 10" x 8' 10" (3.0m x 2.70m)
double cart lodge 19' 0" x 16' 0" (5.80m x 4.90m)
home office 19' 0" x 9' 10" (5.80m x 3.0m)
workshop 32' 3" x 14' 1" (9.85m x 4.30m)
garden room 15' 5" x 12' 1" (4.70m x 3.70m)
dog run 12' 1" x 6' 0" (3.70m x 1.85m)
