House For Sale £750,000
Dean Road, Handforth, Wilmslow, Cheshire East, SK9

A timelessly elegant Victorian property extending to 2,871 sq ft in an excellent setting with private expansive gardens finished to a high standard throughout.

Description

The sale of 8 Dean Road represents a truly rare opportunity to acquire a stunning and elegant Victorian home in an excellent location. This timelessly attractive home enjoys favoured positioning situated on generous plot with extensive gated parking and expansive and glorious gardens. The property has been beautifully restored by the current owners and retains a wealth of original period features such as restored sash windows (with double glazing) dressed with plantation shutters, picture rails, beautiful fireplaces, deep skirting boards, panelled doors and ornate ceiling cornices. Extending to 2,871 sq ft over three floors, the property blends traditional design with a contemporary sleek finish to present a substantial family home perfect for modern living.

Entered through the original Victorian door into a generously proportioned hallway with original staircase, herringbone flooring, panelling leading up the stairs and cast iron radiator creating a welcoming first impression. To the right of the hallway lies the delightful dual aspect living room, with a Carrara marble fire surround and original gas fire, original sash windows and shutters, ornate cornicing, cast iron radiator and wool loop carpet. This room portrays a relaxing and cosy atmosphere with beautiful period detailing and décor throughout and a spectacular vista over the attractive gardens.

To the left of the hallway is the spectacular 29’ open plan kitchen dining room. This impressive room combines delightful period features with stylish design, seamlessly complementing each other. The formal dining area is framed by the lovely bay window with picturesque garden views and features the original cast iron gas fire with Carrera marble surround and wooden parquet herringbone flooring which flows into the kitchen. The kitchen has been designed with a modern and traditional finish including hand painted grey kitchen units with granite worktops. There is a comprehensive range of appliances including Bosch integrated dishwasher, Neff microwave and integrated fridge/freezer and finished with original pantry cupboard and a range cooker. The kitchen is beautifully appointed around a central island perfect for informal dining. The kitchen leads through to the WC and there is access to the delightful courtyard. Completing the downstairs accommodation is an additional reception room currently being used as a home office.

To the first floor the galleried landing leads to three well-proportioned bedrooms. The lovely principal suite enjoys a dual aspect, restored sash windows with plantation shutters, feature fireplace, ornate cornicing and a contemporary en suite with shower. Bedrooms two and three also benefit from original fitted cupboards and bedroom two has a feature fire. These bedrooms are served by a spacious and opulent house bathroom, walk in shower, Victoria and Albert Bath and finished stone flooring.

To the lower ground floor, the cellars are expansive and span the width of the property and are currently used as utility and storage area with access to the parking area. The cellars represent fantastic untapped potential for conversion should one require.

Externally the property is set back from the road behind electric gates with parking for several vehicles. To the rear the wonderfully private landscaped gardens are mainly laid to lawn with an impressive Pergola and stone patio area providing the ideal space for outdoor entertaining. For those seeking a charming period home with great positioning, beautifully finished with further potential, this property should be viewed without hesitation.

Location

Situated in a convenient and popular location the property is situated 0.6 miles from the town centre amenities. The area offers an excellent choice of schooling with highly regarded local state schools and a wide choice of private schools nearby. Wilmslow High School is 2.3 miles away.

The property is well placed for easy access to the A34 and M56 for commuters to Manchester and the North West commercial centres. Manchester Airport is 3.8 miles away. Wilmslow train station offers a 1 hour 51 minute service to London Euston and a 19 minute service to Manchester Piccadilly.

Square Footage: 2,871 sq ft