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"Before we get on to all the accommodation detail of this elegant, substantial and extremely comfortable Edwardian home, we must tell you of what recent external work has been carried out to this house, more for peace of mind than for anything else..

Good Information Eighteen months ago our client undertook a major refurbishment of the roof. This included stripping the roof of all tiles, refelting completely and relaying the roof tiles along with new and refurbished timber work, repointing of chimney stacks and refurbishing/rehanging and renewing of all gutter work. This comes with the balance of a 10 year guarantee from local roofers Furbers. In addition to all that all of the property's boundaries have been refurbished or replaced, with two of the boundary walls having been rebuilt whilst a third has also been overhauled and strengthened structurally with works overseen by a structural engineer. So that part is all quite comforting when you appreciate what a lovely big family house there is on offer here and in a home where you wont find any hidden surprises up top. The finer niceties In addition to the wealth of coving, picture rails and dado rails that you would expect in a house of this age and character, there are a number of additional period features, including the stucco to the front elevation, Minton tiling and some handsome decorative plasterwork. The property is double glazed throughout (except for the stunning original stained glass window on the stairs) and benefits from gas central heating. A charming first impression The front door leads into the vestibule with the original Minton tiled floor and a window to the side. A part-glazed door takes you into a particularly grand entrance hall, with decorative woodwork over the doors and a stunning decorative central arch. The hall benefits from warm underfoot, easy to keep clean Karndean floor covering, in a rich colour and style that compliments the original wooden newel posts and banister rails. Off the hall is a cloakroom with low level WC, wash hand basin and a window to the side. This room makes use of the high ceilings to house the gas powered combination boiler, which comes with a full service history. Generous living space The first of the elegant front reception rooms is fitted with impressive custom made, solid wood library shelving along the length of one wall. There is a working open fire place with wooden surround and mantle piece, and a large bay window to the front lets in plenty of light. The second front entertaining room has a beautiful, tiled, working open fireplace with a lavish wooden mantle and surround befitting the scale of the room. To both sides of the chimney breast are decorative arched alcoves featuring truly stunning Edwardian plaster moulding. To the rear of the property is a small hallway with tiled flooring and access to the kitchen, morning room and a generous, partly-shelved under stairs cupboard. The floor of this cupboard has the access hatch to the dwarf cellar, which extends below the hall, downstairs WC and both front entertaining rooms. The sunny, South-facing morning room is fitted with a living flame gas fire with decorative tile surround and wooden mantle. There is a fitted cupboard to one side of the chimney breast and French doors give access to the rear patio and garden beyond. The hub of the home The kitchen really needs to be seen to be believed. With 2 large windows facing South and East as well as a third, smaller window to the side, the modern and extensively equipped kitchen/diner is a wonderfully bright and airy family space, which will likely become the hub of the house, with space for a table that will comfortably seat 6 or more. Carefully designed for the more accomplished or enthusiastic cook, there is a huge amount of storage space in the many floor and wall mounted cupboards. Lavish entertaining and adventurous culinary endeavours are well provided for, with the generous expanse of work surfaces, the two and a half bowl sink, space and extractor hood for a 1000mm range cooker, 2 integrated under counter refrigerators, plumbing for a dishwasher and even electric sockets inside the counter top cupboards to store the bread machine, juicer, food processor and coffee machine. As if all this wasn't enough, there is even a separate utility area within the kitchen, comprising space and plumbing for a washing machine, vented tumble drier (both concealed behind kitchen cupboard doors) and tall upright freezer, as well as a separate utility sink so that you can keep messy jobs and laundry separate from your food preparation area. Making our way upstairs At the top of the stairs, is a beautiful Edwardian, stained glass, sash window, through which the South-facing light floods into the landing. On the mezzanine half landing, to the rear of the house, we pass under a decorative plaster archway to find the first of the 5 double bedrooms, which enjoys morning sunshine through the East facing window and fitted shelves to one side of the chimney breast. Also on this level are the bathroom, fitted with wash hand basin, bath with electric shower over,and a substantial, built-in storage cupboard; and a separate WC More than enough space Up a further 3 stairs, is the upper landing and a further 4 double bedrooms. The master bedroom lets in a huge amount of light through the generous bay windows. Ample storage is provided by 2 built in Sharps double wardrobes and matching dressing table with drawers to each side. The next bedroom provides extensive built in storage, comprising 4 double wardrobes with cupboards above and a dressing table with drawers to each side. The fourth good sized double bedroom enjoys a sunny aspect over the rear garden and has a built in storage cupboard to one side of the chimney breast The last is the smallest of the bedrooms, although still easily a roomy double. Outdoors To the front of the property is off-road parking for 3 or more cars. A gate gives pedestrian access from the drive to the back garden. The property benefits from a brick built garage, which has up and over doors to front and rear, giving easy access and providing additional secure vehicle storage/work space on an area of hard-standing behind the garage. The garage is connected to the house intruder alarm system and has an electric light, power socket and a water supply to an outdoor tap. The rear garden faces South and as well as a large patio area, has a lawn; tiered, raised beds, ideal for either flowers or vegetables; established shrubs alongside the rear boundary; and a dedicated children's play area laid with bark. A magnificent magnolia tree stands in the centre of the garden. Locator Locals will appreciate how close the house is to St Anselm's and BHSA; and for those that don't; the former is just around two corners and the other a five to six minute walk. Birkenhead School also lies within a 10 minute walk. Meanwhile, if you take yourself across and through the park, Park Station is a twenty minute stride. For Sat Nav: CH43 1TB These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute and part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements or representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firm?s employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of this property. We have not tested any services nor appliances and cannot give any assurances or warranties as to their condition or reliability. All measurements are approximate having been taken with an electronic measuring device."