House For Sale £750,000
A very individual and substantial residence set within delightful grounds. This impressive home has spacious accommodation of around 3,500 sq. Ft to include four reception rooms, breakfast kitchen, four bedrooms and three en-suites. There is ample parking, low maintenance formal gardens and a large paddock of approximately two acres (subject to survey). In addition there are timber stable blocks and purpose built dog kennels. This property is ideal for boarding kennels or equestrian purposes.
Situation And Amenities
The village of Tuxford offers a variety of local amenities including village stores and well respected schools, including Tuxford Academy. Further facilities are available in Retford, Newark, Lincoln and Nottingham. Retford and Newark also have the benefit of a Main Line link to London Kings Cross which takes from around 1 hour 20 minutes. The A1 is easily accessible providing access to the north and south of the country.
Accommodation
Upon entering the front door, this leads into:
Impressive Reception Hallway
The exceptionally spacious reception hallway is full of character and charm with exposed feature brick walls, and further complemented with recessed ceiling spotlights and dado rail. The hallway has a window to the front elevation and two radiators. From the hallway the staircase rises to the first floor landing, beneath which is a small useful storage cupboard. The hallway has doors into the breakfast kitchen, the lounge, the dining room, the sitting room and the cloakroom.
Ground Floor Cloakroom
The cloakroom has an opaque window to the front elevation and is fitted with a WC and pedestal wash hand basin. There is a ceiling light point and a dado rail.
Dining Room (16' 3'' x 11' 0'' (4.95m x 3.35m))
This nicely proportioned reception room has dual aspect windows to the front and side elevations. The focal point of the dining room is the feature fireplace with log burning stove inset. The room has cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and a radiator.
Lounge (16' 3'' x 16' 3'' (4.95m x 4.95m))
This excellent sized reception room has a bay window to the rear elevation and a further window to the side. Once again the focal point of the lounge is the feature fireplace with open fire (not tested by the agent). The lounge also has cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and two radiators.
Breakfast Kitchen (16' 3'' x 16' 3'' (4.95m x 4.95m))
This wonderful kitchen has dual aspect windows to the front and side elevations and is fitted with a comprehensive range of bespoke base and wall units, complemented with marble work surfaces and matching splash backs. There is a Belfast sink and space for an American style fridge/freezer. The electric Range cooker is included within the sale. The breakfast kitchen is also full of character having a beamed ceiling with two ceiling lights points, and ceramic tiled flooring. The room is of ample size to accommodate a large dining table. A door leads through to the side hallway and a large opening provides access through to the sitting room giving a nice open and airy feel to both rooms.
Sitting Room (15' 6'' x 13' 8'' (4.72m x 4.16m))
This delightful reception room, as previously mentioned, is open plan to the breakfast kitchen, has a further opening leading through to the conservatory and a door into the hallway. The sitting room has two feature stone openings looking back through to the hallway, cornice to the ceiling, Karndean flooring, a ceiling light point and a radiator.
Conservatory (23' 11'' x 17' 0'' (7.28m x 5.18m) (at widest points))
This superb 'L' shaped conservatory wraps around the rear of the property and is of dwarf brick wall construction, has exposed brickwork and roof trusses, and triple aspect windows which enjoy views towards the paddock and formal gardens. In addition there are two skylight windows. The conservatory provides a large and versatile reception area and is currently utilised as an alternative dining area. The room is complemented with Karndean flooring and also has both wall and ceiling light points.
Home Office/Study (20' 2'' x 10' 10'' (6.14m x 3.30m))
This amazing home office has a window to the rear elevation and bi-fold doors leading out to the side of the property. The home office has Karndean flooring, cornice to the ceiling, two ceiling light points and a radiator. Whilst currently utilised as a large home office/study, it would serve equally well as an additional reception room or ground floor bedroom as from here access can be obtained to the ground floor shower room.
Ground Floor Shower Room
This room is fitted with a double width shower cubicle with mains shower, vanity unit with wash hand basin inset and storage beneath, and a WC. In addition there is a ceiling light point, an extractor fan and a radiator. A further door leads into the side hallway.
Side Hallway
The side hallway provides an alternative access to the property and leads to the large side porch. Accessed via this hallway is the utility room and the breakfast kitchen. The hallway has a ceramic tiled floor, recessed ceiling spotlights, dado rail and a radiator.
Utility Room (8' 6'' x 8' 2'' (2.59m x 2.49m))
The utility room has a window to the side elevation and is fitted with base and wall units with roll top work surfaces and tiled splash backs. There is a stainless steel sink and space and plumbing for both a washing machine and tumble dryer. The oil fired central heating boiler is housed here. The utility room has a tiled floor and a ceiling light point.
Side Porch (7' 11'' x 6' 7'' (2.41m x 2.01m))
The side porch is used as a principal access point giving its proximity to the driveway, and has windows to either side and a stable door leading out onto the driveway. The porch has Karndean flooring and a wall light point.
First Floor Landing
The staircase rises from the reception hallway to the very spacious galleried landing which has windows to both front and rear elevations. The landing has cornice to the ceiling, dado rail, both recessed ceiling spotlights and a central light fitting over the hallway, and two radiators.
Bedroom One (19' 2'' x 16' 3'' (5.84m x 4.95m))
An extraordinarily large double bedroom with windows to the side and rear elevations, a large fitted double wardrobe with sliding mirror doors, cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and two radiators. A door leads into the en-suite bathroom.
En-Suite Bathroom (16' 3'' x 11' 0'' (4.95m x 3.35m))
The en-suite has dual aspect opaque windows to the front and side elevations and is fitted with 'his & hers' vanity units with sinks inset and storage beneath, a double width walk in shower cubicle with mains rainwater head shower, a bath with shower mixer tap attachment, and a WC. The en-suite is complemented with part ceramic wall tiling and cornice to the ceiling. In addition there are both wall and ceiling light points and two radiators.
Bedroom Two And Open Plan En-Suite (16' 3'' x 16' 3'' (4.95m x 4.95m))
A further large double bedroom with dual aspect windows to the front and side elevations. This bedroom has been sub divided with an open plan style en-suite which comprises a walk-in shower cubicle with multi jet shower, vanity unit with wash hand basin inset and storage beneath, and a WC. The room has cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and two radiators.
Bedroom Three And Open Plan En-Suite (13' 7'' x 13' 5'' (4.14m x 4.09m) (excluding wardrobes))
A further double bedroom with a window to the front elevation, a comprehensive suite of fitted wardrobes, cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and a radiator. Once again this bedroom has an open plan style en-suite comprising a walk-in multi jet shower cubicle, vanity unit with wash hand basin inset and storage beneath, and a WC. The airing cupboard and access to the roof space are located in bedroom three.
Bedroom Four (16' 5'' x 10' 9'' (5.00m x 3.27m))
Having dual aspect windows to the rear and side elevations, a large fitted wardrobe with sliding mirror doors, cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and a radiator.
Family Bathroom (12' 2'' x 11' 5'' (3.71m x 3.48m))
The family bathroom has an opaque window to the side elevation and is fitted with a coloured suite comprising corner bath with electric shower above, pedestal wash hand basin and WC. There is a separate walk-in shower cubicle with mains rainwater head shower. The bathroom has part ceramic tiling to the walls, cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and two radiators.
Outside
Goosemoor House has two independent access points, the principal access is via electric gates leading onto a sweeping tarmac driveway which runs around to the rear of the property and provides off road parking for numerous vehicles. Situated adjacent to this driveway is a delightful patio for outdoor seating and entertaining. As the driveway sweeps around behind the property views can be seen of the paddock which is accessed via a small footbridge. The gardens to the rear and side have been formally laid out for ease of maintenance with artificial grass and enjoy complete privacy. At the foot of the driveway is the detached timber garage. From the rear, across the footbridge, a footpath leads down to the kennel/stable enclosure.
Detached Timber Garage (23' 6'' x 11' 9'' (7.16m x 3.58m))
The garage has twin wooden doors to the front elevation and is equipped with both power and lighting.
Kennel And Stable Blocks
This most impressive kennel and stable establishment has its own access which leads onto a substantial tarmac foreground and it is from here that access is provided to both the kennel block and the two individual stable blocks. Power, light and water is supplied to the compound.
Services
Mains water and electricity are connected. Oil fired central heating is installed. Drainage is to a non-mains service. None of the services or appliances have been checked by the agent.
Council Tax
The property is in Band G.
Situation And Amenities
The village of Tuxford offers a variety of local amenities including village stores and well respected schools, including Tuxford Academy. Further facilities are available in Retford, Newark, Lincoln and Nottingham. Retford and Newark also have the benefit of a Main Line link to London Kings Cross which takes from around 1 hour 20 minutes. The A1 is easily accessible providing access to the north and south of the country.
Accommodation
Upon entering the front door, this leads into:
Impressive Reception Hallway
The exceptionally spacious reception hallway is full of character and charm with exposed feature brick walls, and further complemented with recessed ceiling spotlights and dado rail. The hallway has a window to the front elevation and two radiators. From the hallway the staircase rises to the first floor landing, beneath which is a small useful storage cupboard. The hallway has doors into the breakfast kitchen, the lounge, the dining room, the sitting room and the cloakroom.
Ground Floor Cloakroom
The cloakroom has an opaque window to the front elevation and is fitted with a WC and pedestal wash hand basin. There is a ceiling light point and a dado rail.
Dining Room (16' 3'' x 11' 0'' (4.95m x 3.35m))
This nicely proportioned reception room has dual aspect windows to the front and side elevations. The focal point of the dining room is the feature fireplace with log burning stove inset. The room has cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and a radiator.
Lounge (16' 3'' x 16' 3'' (4.95m x 4.95m))
This excellent sized reception room has a bay window to the rear elevation and a further window to the side. Once again the focal point of the lounge is the feature fireplace with open fire (not tested by the agent). The lounge also has cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and two radiators.
Breakfast Kitchen (16' 3'' x 16' 3'' (4.95m x 4.95m))
This wonderful kitchen has dual aspect windows to the front and side elevations and is fitted with a comprehensive range of bespoke base and wall units, complemented with marble work surfaces and matching splash backs. There is a Belfast sink and space for an American style fridge/freezer. The electric Range cooker is included within the sale. The breakfast kitchen is also full of character having a beamed ceiling with two ceiling lights points, and ceramic tiled flooring. The room is of ample size to accommodate a large dining table. A door leads through to the side hallway and a large opening provides access through to the sitting room giving a nice open and airy feel to both rooms.
Sitting Room (15' 6'' x 13' 8'' (4.72m x 4.16m))
This delightful reception room, as previously mentioned, is open plan to the breakfast kitchen, has a further opening leading through to the conservatory and a door into the hallway. The sitting room has two feature stone openings looking back through to the hallway, cornice to the ceiling, Karndean flooring, a ceiling light point and a radiator.
Conservatory (23' 11'' x 17' 0'' (7.28m x 5.18m) (at widest points))
This superb 'L' shaped conservatory wraps around the rear of the property and is of dwarf brick wall construction, has exposed brickwork and roof trusses, and triple aspect windows which enjoy views towards the paddock and formal gardens. In addition there are two skylight windows. The conservatory provides a large and versatile reception area and is currently utilised as an alternative dining area. The room is complemented with Karndean flooring and also has both wall and ceiling light points.
Home Office/Study (20' 2'' x 10' 10'' (6.14m x 3.30m))
This amazing home office has a window to the rear elevation and bi-fold doors leading out to the side of the property. The home office has Karndean flooring, cornice to the ceiling, two ceiling light points and a radiator. Whilst currently utilised as a large home office/study, it would serve equally well as an additional reception room or ground floor bedroom as from here access can be obtained to the ground floor shower room.
Ground Floor Shower Room
This room is fitted with a double width shower cubicle with mains shower, vanity unit with wash hand basin inset and storage beneath, and a WC. In addition there is a ceiling light point, an extractor fan and a radiator. A further door leads into the side hallway.
Side Hallway
The side hallway provides an alternative access to the property and leads to the large side porch. Accessed via this hallway is the utility room and the breakfast kitchen. The hallway has a ceramic tiled floor, recessed ceiling spotlights, dado rail and a radiator.
Utility Room (8' 6'' x 8' 2'' (2.59m x 2.49m))
The utility room has a window to the side elevation and is fitted with base and wall units with roll top work surfaces and tiled splash backs. There is a stainless steel sink and space and plumbing for both a washing machine and tumble dryer. The oil fired central heating boiler is housed here. The utility room has a tiled floor and a ceiling light point.
Side Porch (7' 11'' x 6' 7'' (2.41m x 2.01m))
The side porch is used as a principal access point giving its proximity to the driveway, and has windows to either side and a stable door leading out onto the driveway. The porch has Karndean flooring and a wall light point.
First Floor Landing
The staircase rises from the reception hallway to the very spacious galleried landing which has windows to both front and rear elevations. The landing has cornice to the ceiling, dado rail, both recessed ceiling spotlights and a central light fitting over the hallway, and two radiators.
Bedroom One (19' 2'' x 16' 3'' (5.84m x 4.95m))
An extraordinarily large double bedroom with windows to the side and rear elevations, a large fitted double wardrobe with sliding mirror doors, cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and two radiators. A door leads into the en-suite bathroom.
En-Suite Bathroom (16' 3'' x 11' 0'' (4.95m x 3.35m))
The en-suite has dual aspect opaque windows to the front and side elevations and is fitted with 'his & hers' vanity units with sinks inset and storage beneath, a double width walk in shower cubicle with mains rainwater head shower, a bath with shower mixer tap attachment, and a WC. The en-suite is complemented with part ceramic wall tiling and cornice to the ceiling. In addition there are both wall and ceiling light points and two radiators.
Bedroom Two And Open Plan En-Suite (16' 3'' x 16' 3'' (4.95m x 4.95m))
A further large double bedroom with dual aspect windows to the front and side elevations. This bedroom has been sub divided with an open plan style en-suite which comprises a walk-in shower cubicle with multi jet shower, vanity unit with wash hand basin inset and storage beneath, and a WC. The room has cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and two radiators.
Bedroom Three And Open Plan En-Suite (13' 7'' x 13' 5'' (4.14m x 4.09m) (excluding wardrobes))
A further double bedroom with a window to the front elevation, a comprehensive suite of fitted wardrobes, cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and a radiator. Once again this bedroom has an open plan style en-suite comprising a walk-in multi jet shower cubicle, vanity unit with wash hand basin inset and storage beneath, and a WC. The airing cupboard and access to the roof space are located in bedroom three.
Bedroom Four (16' 5'' x 10' 9'' (5.00m x 3.27m))
Having dual aspect windows to the rear and side elevations, a large fitted wardrobe with sliding mirror doors, cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and a radiator.
Family Bathroom (12' 2'' x 11' 5'' (3.71m x 3.48m))
The family bathroom has an opaque window to the side elevation and is fitted with a coloured suite comprising corner bath with electric shower above, pedestal wash hand basin and WC. There is a separate walk-in shower cubicle with mains rainwater head shower. The bathroom has part ceramic tiling to the walls, cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and two radiators.
Outside
Goosemoor House has two independent access points, the principal access is via electric gates leading onto a sweeping tarmac driveway which runs around to the rear of the property and provides off road parking for numerous vehicles. Situated adjacent to this driveway is a delightful patio for outdoor seating and entertaining. As the driveway sweeps around behind the property views can be seen of the paddock which is accessed via a small footbridge. The gardens to the rear and side have been formally laid out for ease of maintenance with artificial grass and enjoy complete privacy. At the foot of the driveway is the detached timber garage. From the rear, across the footbridge, a footpath leads down to the kennel/stable enclosure.
Detached Timber Garage (23' 6'' x 11' 9'' (7.16m x 3.58m))
The garage has twin wooden doors to the front elevation and is equipped with both power and lighting.
Kennel And Stable Blocks
This most impressive kennel and stable establishment has its own access which leads onto a substantial tarmac foreground and it is from here that access is provided to both the kennel block and the two individual stable blocks. Power, light and water is supplied to the compound.
Services
Mains water and electricity are connected. Oil fired central heating is installed. Drainage is to a non-mains service. None of the services or appliances have been checked by the agent.
Council Tax
The property is in Band G.
