House For Sale £525,000
Attractive and beautifully appointed Manx stone double fronted cottage steeped in character and charm, set in the heart of Ballabeg village. The property has been sympathetically renovated whilst retaining many original features including the original 'Blacksmiths' workshop. With lovely views over adjacent farmland, 'The Old Smithy' is ideally located for all southern villages and just a 10 minute drive to the Airport. The accommodation comprises 2 generous reception rooms, well appointed galley kitchen, breakfast room, cloakroom and conservatory to the ground floor. Upstairs are 3 double bedrooms, dressing room/bedroom 4 and contemporary bathroom suite. A self contained bedroom is located above the integral double garage, perfect for office/study or those guests staying over! To the rear of the property is a central courtyard with steps up to a private sunny garden with multiple decked areas and substantial summerhouse. Early viewing recommended!
Location
Travelling through Colby on the A7 towards Castletown continue to Ballabeg.
On the approach to the sharp bend signposted Arbory/Grenaby, 'The Old Smithy' can be located on the left hand side immediately after the junction.
Front Porch
Tiled floor. Door to:
Hallway
Stairs leading to first floor.
Sitting Room (13' 8'' x 15' 0'' (4.164m x 4.569m))
Feature Manx stone fireplace with log burning stove, fitted storage cupboards and shelving, half wood panelled walls, ceiling beams, solid hardwood flooring, bespoke fitted window shutters.
Lounge (14' 11'' x 14' 8'' (4.543m x 4.459m))
Solid hardwood flooring, wood burning stove set in attractive floor to ceiling Manx stone fireplace, half wood panelled walls, bespoke window shutters, 2 store cupboards, beamed ceiling.
Galley Kitchen (8' 8'' x 26' 6'' (2.653m x 8.072m))
Excellent range of cream shaker style wall and base units with contrasting wooden worktops incorporating stainless steel sink unit, integrated dishwasher, large Rangemaster electric cooker, extractor fan over, point for fridge freezer, tiled splashbacks, opening to:
Breakfast Room (5' 11'' x 8' 4'' (1.816m x 2.533m))
Tiled floor. Opening to:
Conservatory (16' 8'' x 7' 10'' (5.0907m x 2.399m))
Tiled floor. French doors leading out to patio area and garden.
Rear Porch
Door to outside.
Cloakroom
Wash hand basin in unit, w.c.
Original Blacksmiths Workshop (9' 9'' x 18' 9'' (2.979m x 5.707m))
Original workbenches and tools, washing machine, tumble dryer. Side door leading to driveway. Door to:
Integral Double Garage (16' 2'' x 18' 0'' (4.934m x 5.493m))
Electric up and over door, separate access door, oil boiler, main electric boards. Staircase leading to:
Bedroom 5/Office (16' 4'' x 18' 0'' (4.989m x 5.497m))
Large vaulted ceiling with stunning original a-frame and beams. Lovely private room with great potential for holiday let or self contained business.
First Floor
Landing
Dressing Room/Bedroom 4 (7' 0'' x 5' 7'' (2.125m x 1.710m))
Floor to ceiling fitted wardrobes with LED mirror lighting and bluetooth ceiling speakers.
Bedroom 2 (10' 2'' x 15' 6'' (3.106m x 4.718m))
Wooden flooring, bespoke fitted window shutters, 2 sets of built in wardrobes (housing Megaflo system). Front aspect with pleasant views across open fields.
Bedroom 3 (7' 4'' x 9' 0'' (2.224m x 2.737m))
Wooden flooring, built in wardrobes. Bespoke fitted window shutters. Loft access. Front aspect. Lovely views across fields.
Bathroom
Superb contemporary suite comprising large bath set in tiled surround with shower attachment over, rainfall showerhead, glazed screen with towel rail, attractive illuminated feature wall insets, oversized bespoke sink set in unit with double drawers, large wall mounted LED demister mirror, w.c., bidet, anthracite grey ladder style radiator, aquavision flush mirror television, fully tiled walls with under floor heating, LED lighting, Xpelair, 2 Velux roof lights, LED ceiling lighting.
Bedroom 1 (12' 9'' x 15' 0'' (3.877m x 4.566m))
Wall of built in wardrobes with storage cupboards above, bespoke fitted window shutters. Views across open fields to front.
Outside
Central courtyard area leads to secluded lawned rear garden which enjoys long hours of sunshine during the day, and into the evening. There are 2 generous decked areas, substantial summer house and separate storage shed with power and lighting. Fenced boundary.
There is parking for several cars to the rear of the property and also multiple parking to the front and side of the garage. Small raised planting areas to either side of front porch.
Services
Mains water, drainage and electricity. Oil fired central heating with Megaflo system. UPVC double glazing thoughout.
Possession
Vacant possession on completion of purchase. Freehold.
The company do not hold themselves responsible for any expenses which may be incurred in visiting the same should it prove unsuitable or have been let, sold or withdrawn.
Disclaimer - Notice is hereby given that these particulars, although believed to be correct do not form part of an offer or a contract. Neither the Vendor nor Chrystals, nor any person in their employment, makes or has the authority to make any representation or warranty in relation to the property. The Agents whilst endeavouring to ensure complete accuracy, cannot accept liability for any error or errors in the particulars stated, and a prospective purchaser should rely upon his or her own enquiries and inspection. All Statements contained in these particulars as to this property are made without responsibility on the part of Chrystals or the vendors or lessors.
Location
Travelling through Colby on the A7 towards Castletown continue to Ballabeg.
On the approach to the sharp bend signposted Arbory/Grenaby, 'The Old Smithy' can be located on the left hand side immediately after the junction.
Front Porch
Tiled floor. Door to:
Hallway
Stairs leading to first floor.
Sitting Room (13' 8'' x 15' 0'' (4.164m x 4.569m))
Feature Manx stone fireplace with log burning stove, fitted storage cupboards and shelving, half wood panelled walls, ceiling beams, solid hardwood flooring, bespoke fitted window shutters.
Lounge (14' 11'' x 14' 8'' (4.543m x 4.459m))
Solid hardwood flooring, wood burning stove set in attractive floor to ceiling Manx stone fireplace, half wood panelled walls, bespoke window shutters, 2 store cupboards, beamed ceiling.
Galley Kitchen (8' 8'' x 26' 6'' (2.653m x 8.072m))
Excellent range of cream shaker style wall and base units with contrasting wooden worktops incorporating stainless steel sink unit, integrated dishwasher, large Rangemaster electric cooker, extractor fan over, point for fridge freezer, tiled splashbacks, opening to:
Breakfast Room (5' 11'' x 8' 4'' (1.816m x 2.533m))
Tiled floor. Opening to:
Conservatory (16' 8'' x 7' 10'' (5.0907m x 2.399m))
Tiled floor. French doors leading out to patio area and garden.
Rear Porch
Door to outside.
Cloakroom
Wash hand basin in unit, w.c.
Original Blacksmiths Workshop (9' 9'' x 18' 9'' (2.979m x 5.707m))
Original workbenches and tools, washing machine, tumble dryer. Side door leading to driveway. Door to:
Integral Double Garage (16' 2'' x 18' 0'' (4.934m x 5.493m))
Electric up and over door, separate access door, oil boiler, main electric boards. Staircase leading to:
Bedroom 5/Office (16' 4'' x 18' 0'' (4.989m x 5.497m))
Large vaulted ceiling with stunning original a-frame and beams. Lovely private room with great potential for holiday let or self contained business.
First Floor
Landing
Dressing Room/Bedroom 4 (7' 0'' x 5' 7'' (2.125m x 1.710m))
Floor to ceiling fitted wardrobes with LED mirror lighting and bluetooth ceiling speakers.
Bedroom 2 (10' 2'' x 15' 6'' (3.106m x 4.718m))
Wooden flooring, bespoke fitted window shutters, 2 sets of built in wardrobes (housing Megaflo system). Front aspect with pleasant views across open fields.
Bedroom 3 (7' 4'' x 9' 0'' (2.224m x 2.737m))
Wooden flooring, built in wardrobes. Bespoke fitted window shutters. Loft access. Front aspect. Lovely views across fields.
Bathroom
Superb contemporary suite comprising large bath set in tiled surround with shower attachment over, rainfall showerhead, glazed screen with towel rail, attractive illuminated feature wall insets, oversized bespoke sink set in unit with double drawers, large wall mounted LED demister mirror, w.c., bidet, anthracite grey ladder style radiator, aquavision flush mirror television, fully tiled walls with under floor heating, LED lighting, Xpelair, 2 Velux roof lights, LED ceiling lighting.
Bedroom 1 (12' 9'' x 15' 0'' (3.877m x 4.566m))
Wall of built in wardrobes with storage cupboards above, bespoke fitted window shutters. Views across open fields to front.
Outside
Central courtyard area leads to secluded lawned rear garden which enjoys long hours of sunshine during the day, and into the evening. There are 2 generous decked areas, substantial summer house and separate storage shed with power and lighting. Fenced boundary.
There is parking for several cars to the rear of the property and also multiple parking to the front and side of the garage. Small raised planting areas to either side of front porch.
Services
Mains water, drainage and electricity. Oil fired central heating with Megaflo system. UPVC double glazing thoughout.
Possession
Vacant possession on completion of purchase. Freehold.
The company do not hold themselves responsible for any expenses which may be incurred in visiting the same should it prove unsuitable or have been let, sold or withdrawn.
Disclaimer - Notice is hereby given that these particulars, although believed to be correct do not form part of an offer or a contract. Neither the Vendor nor Chrystals, nor any person in their employment, makes or has the authority to make any representation or warranty in relation to the property. The Agents whilst endeavouring to ensure complete accuracy, cannot accept liability for any error or errors in the particulars stated, and a prospective purchaser should rely upon his or her own enquiries and inspection. All Statements contained in these particulars as to this property are made without responsibility on the part of Chrystals or the vendors or lessors.
