Detached house for sale in Chester CH2, 5 Bedroom

Situated on a corner plot on a tree-lined road, just a short walk away from the wealth of amenities Hoole has to offer, this five bedroomed detached home offers versatile accommodation throughout. It provides any prospective purchaser a real opportunity to place their own stamp on the property via a scheme of cosmetic modernisation to create something quite special.

To the front, you will find a block paved driveway providing off-road parking for a number of vehicles as well as an area of lawn and mature shrub borders to the perimeter. An entrance porch leads through to a welcoming entrance hall and to the front of the property is an incredibly generous living room, which benefits from four windows allowing in an abundance of natural light. To the rear of the property is a kitchen which features a range of fitted units leading through to a utility area with a separate WC and access to the rear garden. Beyond this is a dining room, which offers direct access to the garden, and just beyond you will find a sitting room which could be used for a wide array of purposes. This leads through to a study.

On the first floor, you will find five bedrooms, all of which are of a good size, with the principal bedroom featuring a bay window and located to the front of the property. A wet room with separate WC is located next to the principal bedroom with a further shower room being situated across the landing.

Externally, in addition to the front garden there are extensive gardens to the rear which are a notable size and houses the property's garage with a brick built shed to the rear. The rear garden's size is a real rarity within such a central Hoole location and has to be seen to be believed. There are block paved pathways creating various different areas within the garden with good-sized lawned areas and a wealth of mature well stocked borders and trees.

The property is warmed via gas central heating, features UPVC double glazing throughout and should be viewed to be appreciated.

Location Woodlands Drive is highly regarded within the local area with quality amenities which lie within walking distance, including an array of shops within Hoole village, and excellent local schooling. There is easy accessibility to Chester city centre, which is approximately 5-10 minutes travelling distance, as is the connection for the M53 and M56 motorway network.

Accommodation with approximate room sizes, briefly comprises:-

entrance porch 4' 10" x 5' 8" (1.47m x 1.73m) Accessed via a solid wood front door with side elevation frosted glazed window, glass panelled door through to entrance hall.

Entrance hall A welcoming space with stairs off to the first floor, access to under stairs storage and all ground floor rooms, radiator.

Cloakroom/boiler room A versatile storage space housing the central heating boiler, with frosted UPVC double glazed window.

Kitchen 12' 4" x 8' 2" (3.76m x 2.49m) with a range of light wood effect laminate base, wall and drawer units with roll top laminate work surfaces, integrated electric oven, four ring gas hob with stainless steel splashback and stainless steel extractor hood over, 1 1/2 bowl stainless steel sink with swan neck mixer tap, tiled splashbacks, tiled flooring, wood panelled ceiling, two windows, access to useful pantry style storage cupboard.

Utility area 6' 4" x 5' 5" (1.93m x 1.65m) with space for a tall freezer, plumbing for washing machine, access to ground floor WC, UPVC double glazed window and door to rear garden.

WC 4' 7" x 2' 7" (1.4m x 0.79m) with low level WC, corner wash hand basin with tiled splashback, frosted UPVC double glazed window.

Living room 11' 11" max x 24' 10" (3.63m x 7.57m) An incredibly generous living space featuring a front aspect UPVC double glazed bay window, further three UPVC double glazed windows providing plenty of natural light, two radiators, TV point.

Dining room 12' 4" x 10' 10" (3.76m x 3.3m) with wall mounted gas fire, UPVC double glazed door with side panels to the rear garden, door to sitting room.

Sitting room 10' x 12' 4" (3.05m x 3.76m) Accessed off the dining room, a versatile space which could have a multitude of uses, with wonderful rear aspect views over the rear garden, two further frosted UPVC double glazed windows to the side elevation.

Study 7' 2" x 10' (2.18m x 3.05m) Accessed off the sitting room, again a versatile space currently used as a study area, with side elevation frosted UPVC double glazed window.

First floor landing Accessed via a split staircase from the entrance hall providing access to either side of the first floor accommodation.

Bedroom one 11' 10" x 11' 9" to wardrobes (3.61m x 3.58m) with an extensive range of fitted wardrobes (one with mirrored doors), front aspect UPVC double glazed bay window, radiator.

Bedroom two 10' 11" x 12' 5" (3.33m x 3.78m) with a built-in cupboard housing hot water cylinder with the benefit of a solar panel which provides additional energy, radiator, UPVC double glazed window.

Bedroom three 12' 4" x 8' 3" (3.76m x 2.51m) with side elevation UPVC double glazed window, radiator.

Bedroom four 12' 9" reducing to 9' 9" x 10' (3.89m x 3.05m) with rear aspect UPVC double glazed windows offering views of the garden, radiator.

Bedroom five 10' x 11' 1" (3.05m x 3.38m) with front aspect UPVC double glazed window, radiator.

Shower room 6' 2" x 6' 5" reducing to 3' 4"(1.88m x 1.96m) Located between bedrooms four and five, featuring a recessed open shower tray with electric Triton shower unit over within tiled enclosed area, low level WC, wash hand basin with tiled splashbacks, frosted UPVC double glazed window, wall mounted heater.

Wet room 5' 4" x 5' 7" (1.63m x 1.7m) with walk-in shower with wall mounted shower unit and part glazed shower screen, pedestal wash hand basin, radiator, frosted UPVC double glazed window.

Separate WC 3' 1" x 4' 11" (0.94m x 1.5m) Located next to the wet room, with WC, frosted UPVC double glazed window.

Externally To the front you will find a low level brick wall leading to a block paved driveway providing off-road parking for a number of vehicles. There is also a low maintenance well stocked mature border leading to the front of the property with mature hedging to the perimeter, as well as an established tree and area of lawn. Access is also provided to the garage from the driveway together with gated access to the rear garden.

The rear garden can be assessed either off the dining room, utility room or via either side of the property. It is a most attractive feature of the home, being of a wonderful size and segmented into many areas. Directly off the dining room is a continuation of the block paving from the front of the property providing a pleasant patio seating area to enjoy alfresco dining. Beyond this there are steps leading down to the garden beyond which is of wonderful proportions, and offers mature borders featuring an extensive range of plants with timber fencing to the boundaries. A concrete slab to the rear right hand corner of the garden provides space for a good-sized greenhouse as well as brick built cold frames. To the rear of the garden to the left hand side you will find a further excellent-sized lawned area with mature trees and shrubs together with a further concrete area housing a timber shed. This garden offers a wonderful family space and could be further enhanced to suit any purchaser's requirements.

The property benefits from an outside tap.

Garage 20' 10" x 8' 2" (6.35m x 2.49m) with double timber doors, power and lighting, side timber personnel door to the garden.

Brick built outbuilding 8' x 4' 10" (2.44m x 1.47m) An add-on addition to the garage of solid construction with timber door, UPVC windows and power.

Agent's note The seller has made us aware that prior to their purchase in 1976 the property had underpinning works carried out.

Directions Proceed out of Chester along Hoole Road taking the second turning on the left into Kilmorey Park Road. Proceed straight across the crossroads with Kilmorey Park and Kilmorey Park Avenue onto Woodlands Drive. Follow this road right round until it fully straightens out and the property will be found on the left hand side clearly marked by our Humphreys For Sale board.

Viewing By prior appointment with Humphreys of Chester on .

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3. Measurements: These approximate room sizes are only intended as general guidance. You must verify the dimensions carefully before ordering carpets or any built-in furniture.
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