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" From sunrise to sunset, bask in the beauty of life at Dovetail House, a contemporary barn conversion only two minutes from the restaurants, shops and schools of Hartford.

Country comforts
Experience the tranquility of rurality at the quiet and calm Dovetail House. Pull through the electric gated entrance and along the smooth, tarmac driveway, which leads to a gravel area, with parking to one side and garages to another. As well as the parking space outside the front of the house there is also additional parking beyond the garages. The garages have been designed with modern vehicles in mind and with extra length to accommodate large vehicles, with a boarded loft with access ladder.

OWNER QUOTE The location is great; we love the fact that it‘s semi rural. It‘s really tranquil yet close to shops and restaurants.

Make your way indoors and marvel at the spacious feel of the entrance hallway, with wooden flooring underneath and an oak open tread staircase rising up ahead. Contemporary classic d cor sets the scene for a comfortable, homely and inviting haven. Underfloor heating features downstairs, each room individually controlled by its own thermostat.

Feast your eyes
Ahead, make your way through to the large open plan kitchen living diner, where ceramic wood effect tiles take over from the oak floor of the entrance hall. Light and bright, each space is zoned yet free flowing, for sociable, family oriented living.

Light grey cabinetry extends in an L shape affording ample storage space, with integrated appliances including a double oven, induction hob with overhead extractor hood and dishwasher. A door retains a connection to the garden, whilst a large window above the Belfast sink also frames views out over the garden.

OWNER QUOTE I absolutely love the kitchen; it‘s great to cook in as everything is at hand, but it‘s also an excellent space to entertain in.

Dine casually at the large breakfast bar attached to the central island or lay a spread of pizzas along the granite worktops on movie night, before drifting over to the sofa to settle down in front of the evening s entertainment.

Off the kitchen is a handy utility room, with plumbing for washer dryer, further storage and access out to the front via a stable door. Above the utility room is additional loft space, in the eaves of the home.

Snuggle up
Returning to the entrance hall, turn left into the sitting room, carpeted and opening directly out to the garden at the rear. Snuggle up on winter nights in front of the log burning stove, encased within a redbrick surround and oak lintel. Wooden beams extend overhead, adding warmth and rusticity.

Work with ease
Next to the front door on the right, conveniently overlooking the driveway is the study, ideal for those working from home. Fitted with fibre broadband, a Cat5 Ethernet port network also features throughout, meaning working from home is convenient at Dovetail House. There is also a sofa bed in this room, handy for visiting family and friends, who can make easy use of the large cloakroom, situated to the left of the front door and furnished with wash basin and WC.

Make your way up the oak staircase to the first floor landing, where light showers in through a large Keylite window above.

Soak & sleep
Freshen up in the contemporary bathroom on the left, where a walk in shower features a modern rainfall head, and there is also a separate freestanding bath. An LED mirror is set above the vanity unit wash basin, whilst marbled grey tiles coat the walls and floor. A WC also features, with a heated radiator on hand to keep those towels fluffy and warm.

Turning left out of the bathroom, a quirky porthole window invites light into the second bedroom, a spacious room with carpet underfoot and its own private ensuite with walk in wet room shower, wash basin, WC and LED mirror.

Next door on the left, arrive at bedroom three, also overlooking the garden and countryside and where grey carpet extends underfoot, with ample space for storage.

Along the landing arrive at the spacious master suite, where a sense of privacy is created by the entranceway, leading to a walk in wardrobe to the left and refreshing ensuite on the right furnished with shower, vanity unit wash basin and WC.

Light flows in through two large skylights and another porthole window. Wake up to views of foxes or cows in the field, or the occasional puff of steam from a train in the distance.

A fourth bedroom overlooks the front, with large skylights capturing sunset views and plenty of space for storage.

Further storage can be found in the eaves cupboard on the landing.

Sunny skies
Outside, savour the stunning views from the peace and privacy of the rear garden. A good size, the patio stretches the full width of the home, perfect for entertaining in the summer months.

Atop a paved area discover the large summer house, currently accommodating a wicker sofa with matching side tables and tub chair alongside a running machine, it is the perfect place on summer evenings to enjoy the sunsets across the fields.

Maturing trees and raised flower beds to either side of the lawn add year round interest. A gate to the rear opens into the field, where cows can be found grazing throughout much of the year.

Peaceful and quiet, enjoy a glass of wine by the fire basket in the springtime looking out as the colours change over the fields.

OWNER QUOTE The house is great all year round, but it does lend itself well to wintertime, as you can just shut the world away, light the fire and be cosy and warm.

Secluded but not isolated
At Dovetail House, enjoy the comfort and calm of the countryside alongside the convenience of nearby villages.

Two minutes away is the bustling town of Hartford, with its restaurants and shops, whilst only eight minutes down the road is Northwich with its parade of shops and hairdressers.

Connectivity is at the heart of Dovetail House, only three minutes by car to Cuddington Station with its rail links into Manchester and Chester, and only five minutes from Hartford Station and its rail links to Liverpool and Crewe, with its connections to London. Commuting is so convenient, only ten minutes from the motorway. Acton Bridge station is highly convenient for commuting, with the added benefit of free parking.

Dine out at the many delightful establishments close by, such as Define in Sandiway only a few minutes down the road, Hartford Hall or the Fox and Barrel, just a short drive from the doorstep. The Hollies Farm Shop is also close by.

With fantastic walks nearby, pop the dog on a lead and head out to the quarry in Sandiway, or explore the tracks and trails of Delamere Forest.

Fantastic for families, there is a range of well reputed schools close by including St Nicholas Catholic School in Hartford and independent school The Grange.

A versatile home, experience calming, peaceful living in the privacy of Dovetail House.

** Whilst every effort has been taken to ensure the accuracy of the fixtures and fittings mentioned throughout, items included in sale are to be discussed at the time of offering ** "