House For Sale £600,000
A very substantial and individual family home situated in a quiet enclave of just five properties within the tranquil and popular village location. This large residence stands on a delightful plot with open countryside views to the rear. The accommodation includes four/five bedrooms, three reception rooms, a large breakfast kitchen, three en-suites, family bathroom and an integral double garage. Early viewing is absolutely essential.
Situation And Amenities
Barnby in the Willows is located approximately 4 miles from Newark on Trent and is a village with strong community spirit. There is a church and a public house in the village. The nearby villages of Coddington and Balderton have a host of further amenities including local shops, excellent schools, public houses, churches and a library. Further and more comprehensive amenities can be found in the historic market town of Newark on Trent with its excellent shopping facilities including major retail chains and supermarkets including Waitrose. The commuter is well served with excellent transport links. The A1, A46 and A17 trunk roads are all easily accessible. There is a direct rail link from Newark Northgate Station to London Kings Cross which takes from approximately 80 minutes.
Accommodation
Upon entering the front door, this leads into:
Reception Hallway
The large and welcoming reception hallway has a window to the rear elevation and the staircase rising to the first floor, beneath which is sited a useful storage cupboard. The hallway provides access to all ground floor rooms and is complemented with ornate moulded cornice and a combination of both recessed ceiling spotlights and ceiling light points. There are also two radiators installed. The fitted curtains are included within the sale.
Dining Kitchen (19' 4'' x 15' 8'' (5.89m x 4.77m))
This fabulous sized dining kitchen has dual aspect windows to the rear and side elevations enjoying views of the garden and open countryside beyond. In addition there are two sets of French doors leading out into the garden. The kitchen is of sufficient size to comfortably accommodate a dining table, and is fitted with a very comprehensive range of base and wall units, complemented with granite work surfaces and tiled splash backs. The Smeg electric cooking range with extractor hood above is included within the sale. There is a one and a half bowl sink, and a central island with granite work surface which incorporates a further circular wash hand basin/waste disposal unit, and has further storage. The kitchen is further enhanced with a ceramic tiled floor with under-floor heating and also a kick-board heater. The room also has ornate cornice to the ceiling, two ceiling roses, light points and further recessed ceiling lights. A door leads through to the utility room.
Utility Room (12' 5'' x 6' 5'' (3.78m x 1.95m))
The utility room has a window to the side elevation, a stable door out to the side, and is fitted with a range of base and wall units, together with full height storage cupboards. There is a further sink, and space and plumbing for both a washing machine and a tumble dryer. The utility room has the same ceramic tiled floor with under-floor heating that flows through from the kitchen, ornate cornice, recessed ceiling spotlights and an extractor fan. From the utility room a pedestrian door leads into the integral double garage.
Dining Room/Sitting Room (14' 8'' x 11' 7'' (4.47m x 3.53m))
This reception room, which is currently utilised as a formal sitting room/study, has French doors leading out to the garden enjoying delightful views across open countryside. The focal point of the room is the feature fireplace with electric fire inset. The dining room/sitting room has ornate cornice, a ceiling rose and a radiator.
Lounge (18' 0'' x 11' 8'' (5.48m x 3.55m))
This excellent sized and well proportioned lounge has two windows overlooking the garden and countryside beyond. Once again the focal point is the feature fireplace with electric fire inset. The lounge has ornate cornice, a ceiling rose and two radiators.
Master Bedroom Suite (15' 8'' x 13' 0'' (4.77m x 3.96m))
This superb master bedroom suite is located on the ground floor and has a window to the rear elevation enjoying views across the garden and countryside. There is a comprehensive range of bedroom furniture including chests of drawers, bedside cabinets and wardrobes. The bedroom has ornate cornice, a ceiling rose, both ceiling and wall light points, and a radiator. An archway provides access to the dressing room. Also accessed from the master bedroom is the en-suite shower room.
Dressing Room (11' 7'' x 6' 5'' (3.53m x 1.95m))
The dressing room has an opaque window to the front elevation, ornate cornice, both wall and ceiling light points and a radiator. There is a further comprehensive range of fitted wardrobes and dressing table.
En-Suite Shower Room (7' 1'' x 6' 4'' (2.16m x 1.93m))
The well appointed en-suite has an opaque window to the front elevation and is fitted with a walk-in shower cubicle with mains shower and curved shower screen, vanity unit with wash hand basin inset and storage beneath, and a WC. The en-suite is complemented with ceramic floor and wall tiling, together with ornate cornice and recessed ceiling spotlights. In addition there is an extractor fan, a shaver's socket and a heated towel rail.
Family Bathroom (10' 0'' x 6' 4'' (3.05m x 1.93m))
The family bathroom, located on the ground floor, has an opaque window to the front elevation and is fitted with a corner spa bath, vanity unit with wash hand basin inset and storage beneath, and a WC. The bathroom has a ceramic tiled floor, part ceramic tiling to the walls, ornate cornice and ornate wall mouldings. In addition there are recessed ceiling spotlights, an extractor fan, a shaver's socket and a heated towel rail.
Study/Bedroom Five (12' 4'' x 6' 4'' (3.76m x 1.93m))
This room has two windows to the front elevation, cornice to the ceiling, two ceiling light points and a radiator.
First Floor Landing
As mentioned, the staircase rises from the reception hallway to the spacious first floor landing which has doors to the further three bedrooms and the separate WC. Also located on the landing is the airing cupboard and a further useful storage cupboard. The landing has a skylight window to the side elevation, ornate cornice and a ceiling light point.
Bedroom Two (19' 5'' x 18' 11'' (5.91m x 5.76m) (at widest points))
This extraordinarily large double bedroom has two windows to the side elevation overlooking the garden, two ceiling light points, wall light points and two radiators. A door leads into the en-suite bathroom.
En-Suite Bathroom (9' 2'' x 4' 11'' (2.79m x 1.50m))
This en-suite has a bath with mains shower above, pedestal wash hand basin and WC. The room has a ceramic tiled floor, part ceramic tiled walls, recessed ceiling spotlights, an extractor fan and a radiator.
Bedroom Three (13' 0'' x 11' 8'' (3.96m x 3.55m))
A further good sized double bedroom with a window to the front elevation, both wall and ceiling light points and a radiator. A door leads into the en-suite shower room.
En-Suite To Bedroom Three (8' 9'' x 4' 11'' (2.66m x 1.50m))
Fitted with a walk-in shower cubicle with mains shower, pedestal wash hand basin and WC. This en-suite also has a ceramic tiled floor, part ceramic tiling to the walls, a ceiling light point, extractor fan and a radiator.
Bedroom Four (16' 4'' x 13' 0'' (4.97m x 3.96m))
Bedroom four is also a very good sized double and has a dormer window to the rear elevation, both wall and ceiling light points and a radiator. From here access is provided through to the games room.
Games Room (36' 1'' x 12' 11'' (10.99m x 3.93m))
This very large room has a Velux skylight window to the rear elevation, triple ceiling light points and two radiators. The room is currently utilised purely for storage, but would make a superb games room, hobbies room or a large home office.
Outside
To the front of the property is a lawned garden, adjacent to which is the double width block paved driveway which provides access to the integral garage. There is gated access to the side which leads around to the rear garden. Located on the opposite side is a further cobbled driveway which could be suitable for a caravan or further vehicles, and from here there is further gated access through to the rear garden.
Rear Garden
The rear garden is of an excellent size and laid primarily to lawn, edged with well stocked borders containing a wide variety of mature shrubs, plants and trees. There are two sizeable patio areas situated adjacent to the rear of the property and these provide ideal outdoor seating and entertaining spaces. From the garden there are fantastic views across farmland and open countryside. Included within the sale is the substantial timber summerhouse and the greenhouse.
Integral Double Garage (19' 7'' x 19' 5'' (5.96m x 5.91m))
The garage has twin up and over doors to the front elevation and a pedestrian door into the utility room. The garage is equipped with both power and lighting.
Services
Mains water, electricity and drainage are connected. Oil fired central heating is installed. None of the services or appliances have been tested by the agent.
Council Tax
The property is in Band F.
Agent's Note
The current vendors have a comprehensive scheme of architect designed internal alterations. These can be made available to view if requested and in summary include:
To change the front elevation windows to clear glass and fit a wider street door, then internally convert the property by moving a ground floor bathroom from the ground floor to an upstairs room while adding an additional bedroom upstairs to a new en-suite.
In addition add a new staircase to access the new first floor bedroom and en-suite, while open up the fireplace and create a ground to first floor void and first floor mezzanine floor while. Finally opening up the full width of the ground floor by removing ground floor corridor spin walls and fitting new double height sliding windows at the back of the property to light up the new space.
Detailed planning can be found on the Newark & Sherwood Planning Website using planning ref: 22/00513/house.
Situation And Amenities
Barnby in the Willows is located approximately 4 miles from Newark on Trent and is a village with strong community spirit. There is a church and a public house in the village. The nearby villages of Coddington and Balderton have a host of further amenities including local shops, excellent schools, public houses, churches and a library. Further and more comprehensive amenities can be found in the historic market town of Newark on Trent with its excellent shopping facilities including major retail chains and supermarkets including Waitrose. The commuter is well served with excellent transport links. The A1, A46 and A17 trunk roads are all easily accessible. There is a direct rail link from Newark Northgate Station to London Kings Cross which takes from approximately 80 minutes.
Accommodation
Upon entering the front door, this leads into:
Reception Hallway
The large and welcoming reception hallway has a window to the rear elevation and the staircase rising to the first floor, beneath which is sited a useful storage cupboard. The hallway provides access to all ground floor rooms and is complemented with ornate moulded cornice and a combination of both recessed ceiling spotlights and ceiling light points. There are also two radiators installed. The fitted curtains are included within the sale.
Dining Kitchen (19' 4'' x 15' 8'' (5.89m x 4.77m))
This fabulous sized dining kitchen has dual aspect windows to the rear and side elevations enjoying views of the garden and open countryside beyond. In addition there are two sets of French doors leading out into the garden. The kitchen is of sufficient size to comfortably accommodate a dining table, and is fitted with a very comprehensive range of base and wall units, complemented with granite work surfaces and tiled splash backs. The Smeg electric cooking range with extractor hood above is included within the sale. There is a one and a half bowl sink, and a central island with granite work surface which incorporates a further circular wash hand basin/waste disposal unit, and has further storage. The kitchen is further enhanced with a ceramic tiled floor with under-floor heating and also a kick-board heater. The room also has ornate cornice to the ceiling, two ceiling roses, light points and further recessed ceiling lights. A door leads through to the utility room.
Utility Room (12' 5'' x 6' 5'' (3.78m x 1.95m))
The utility room has a window to the side elevation, a stable door out to the side, and is fitted with a range of base and wall units, together with full height storage cupboards. There is a further sink, and space and plumbing for both a washing machine and a tumble dryer. The utility room has the same ceramic tiled floor with under-floor heating that flows through from the kitchen, ornate cornice, recessed ceiling spotlights and an extractor fan. From the utility room a pedestrian door leads into the integral double garage.
Dining Room/Sitting Room (14' 8'' x 11' 7'' (4.47m x 3.53m))
This reception room, which is currently utilised as a formal sitting room/study, has French doors leading out to the garden enjoying delightful views across open countryside. The focal point of the room is the feature fireplace with electric fire inset. The dining room/sitting room has ornate cornice, a ceiling rose and a radiator.
Lounge (18' 0'' x 11' 8'' (5.48m x 3.55m))
This excellent sized and well proportioned lounge has two windows overlooking the garden and countryside beyond. Once again the focal point is the feature fireplace with electric fire inset. The lounge has ornate cornice, a ceiling rose and two radiators.
Master Bedroom Suite (15' 8'' x 13' 0'' (4.77m x 3.96m))
This superb master bedroom suite is located on the ground floor and has a window to the rear elevation enjoying views across the garden and countryside. There is a comprehensive range of bedroom furniture including chests of drawers, bedside cabinets and wardrobes. The bedroom has ornate cornice, a ceiling rose, both ceiling and wall light points, and a radiator. An archway provides access to the dressing room. Also accessed from the master bedroom is the en-suite shower room.
Dressing Room (11' 7'' x 6' 5'' (3.53m x 1.95m))
The dressing room has an opaque window to the front elevation, ornate cornice, both wall and ceiling light points and a radiator. There is a further comprehensive range of fitted wardrobes and dressing table.
En-Suite Shower Room (7' 1'' x 6' 4'' (2.16m x 1.93m))
The well appointed en-suite has an opaque window to the front elevation and is fitted with a walk-in shower cubicle with mains shower and curved shower screen, vanity unit with wash hand basin inset and storage beneath, and a WC. The en-suite is complemented with ceramic floor and wall tiling, together with ornate cornice and recessed ceiling spotlights. In addition there is an extractor fan, a shaver's socket and a heated towel rail.
Family Bathroom (10' 0'' x 6' 4'' (3.05m x 1.93m))
The family bathroom, located on the ground floor, has an opaque window to the front elevation and is fitted with a corner spa bath, vanity unit with wash hand basin inset and storage beneath, and a WC. The bathroom has a ceramic tiled floor, part ceramic tiling to the walls, ornate cornice and ornate wall mouldings. In addition there are recessed ceiling spotlights, an extractor fan, a shaver's socket and a heated towel rail.
Study/Bedroom Five (12' 4'' x 6' 4'' (3.76m x 1.93m))
This room has two windows to the front elevation, cornice to the ceiling, two ceiling light points and a radiator.
First Floor Landing
As mentioned, the staircase rises from the reception hallway to the spacious first floor landing which has doors to the further three bedrooms and the separate WC. Also located on the landing is the airing cupboard and a further useful storage cupboard. The landing has a skylight window to the side elevation, ornate cornice and a ceiling light point.
Bedroom Two (19' 5'' x 18' 11'' (5.91m x 5.76m) (at widest points))
This extraordinarily large double bedroom has two windows to the side elevation overlooking the garden, two ceiling light points, wall light points and two radiators. A door leads into the en-suite bathroom.
En-Suite Bathroom (9' 2'' x 4' 11'' (2.79m x 1.50m))
This en-suite has a bath with mains shower above, pedestal wash hand basin and WC. The room has a ceramic tiled floor, part ceramic tiled walls, recessed ceiling spotlights, an extractor fan and a radiator.
Bedroom Three (13' 0'' x 11' 8'' (3.96m x 3.55m))
A further good sized double bedroom with a window to the front elevation, both wall and ceiling light points and a radiator. A door leads into the en-suite shower room.
En-Suite To Bedroom Three (8' 9'' x 4' 11'' (2.66m x 1.50m))
Fitted with a walk-in shower cubicle with mains shower, pedestal wash hand basin and WC. This en-suite also has a ceramic tiled floor, part ceramic tiling to the walls, a ceiling light point, extractor fan and a radiator.
Bedroom Four (16' 4'' x 13' 0'' (4.97m x 3.96m))
Bedroom four is also a very good sized double and has a dormer window to the rear elevation, both wall and ceiling light points and a radiator. From here access is provided through to the games room.
Games Room (36' 1'' x 12' 11'' (10.99m x 3.93m))
This very large room has a Velux skylight window to the rear elevation, triple ceiling light points and two radiators. The room is currently utilised purely for storage, but would make a superb games room, hobbies room or a large home office.
Outside
To the front of the property is a lawned garden, adjacent to which is the double width block paved driveway which provides access to the integral garage. There is gated access to the side which leads around to the rear garden. Located on the opposite side is a further cobbled driveway which could be suitable for a caravan or further vehicles, and from here there is further gated access through to the rear garden.
Rear Garden
The rear garden is of an excellent size and laid primarily to lawn, edged with well stocked borders containing a wide variety of mature shrubs, plants and trees. There are two sizeable patio areas situated adjacent to the rear of the property and these provide ideal outdoor seating and entertaining spaces. From the garden there are fantastic views across farmland and open countryside. Included within the sale is the substantial timber summerhouse and the greenhouse.
Integral Double Garage (19' 7'' x 19' 5'' (5.96m x 5.91m))
The garage has twin up and over doors to the front elevation and a pedestrian door into the utility room. The garage is equipped with both power and lighting.
Services
Mains water, electricity and drainage are connected. Oil fired central heating is installed. None of the services or appliances have been tested by the agent.
Council Tax
The property is in Band F.
Agent's Note
The current vendors have a comprehensive scheme of architect designed internal alterations. These can be made available to view if requested and in summary include:
To change the front elevation windows to clear glass and fit a wider street door, then internally convert the property by moving a ground floor bathroom from the ground floor to an upstairs room while adding an additional bedroom upstairs to a new en-suite.
In addition add a new staircase to access the new first floor bedroom and en-suite, while open up the fireplace and create a ground to first floor void and first floor mezzanine floor while. Finally opening up the full width of the ground floor by removing ground floor corridor spin walls and fitting new double height sliding windows at the back of the property to light up the new space.
Detailed planning can be found on the Newark & Sherwood Planning Website using planning ref: 22/00513/house.
