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£780,000

Walwen Lane, Axton, Axton, Flintshire

  •   6 bed
  •   4 bath
  •   3 receptions

This former blacksmiths cottage dates back to around 1841 and has been sympathetically extended by the current owners to provide a family home of c ...

Key features

  • COUNCIL TAX - G EPC - C
  • FREEHOLD
  • OIL FIRED HEATING & SOLAR PANELS
  • DOUBLE & SINGLE GARAGE WITH DRIVEWAY
  • PONY PADDOCK
  • EXTENSIVE LANDSCAPED GARDENS
  • TWO BATHROOMS & TWO ENSUITE FACILITIES
  • SIX GOOD SIZE BEDROOMS
  • SUBSTANTIAL LIVING ACCOMMODATION
  • A FAMILY HOME OF CHARM & CHARACTER

Full property description

DESCRIPTION

This former blacksmiths cottage dates back to around 1841 and has been sympathetically extended by the current owners to provide a family home of character and charm with exposed stone walls, a feature exposed 'A' framed ceiling and log burners whilst offering modern refinements with a kitchen/diner, utility room, six bedrooms two of which enjoy an ensuite facility and two bathrooms.  Benefiting from oil fired heating, solar panels and an EV charging point with a substantial driveway and turning point with the additional benefit of a single and double Garage.  The grounds are a particular feature of this property, standing in approximately 1.4 acres divided into formal gardens with sun terrace and Orchard with a natural woodland area and paddock ideal for a pony.  
 
The property stands in a sought after position within an area of outstanding natural beauty.  The A55 expressway and main town of Prestatyn with its retail park and busy High Street, both only a few minutes drive away.  There is also a selection of senior and primary schools within the area, there are a choice of public schools in Denbigh, Colwyn Bay, Llandudno and Chester.  In Prestatyn there is a champion links golf course, main line railway station and stretches of award winning beaches.  Chester is approximately 30 miles with Liverpool airport being approximately 50 miles and Manchester airport about 58 miles.

OPEN STORM PORCH

With a timber Entrance Door into:- 

OPEN PLAN LIVING ACCOMMODATION WITH SITTING ROOM

Having a feature exposed stone wall housing a log burner on a raised slate hearth and timber mantel over, timber and slate tiled flooring, double glazed window with a deep timber sill enjoys an outlook over the front elevation with 'French' doors giving access to the rear garden and patio.  Opening into:- 

KITCHEN/DINER

Having a range of fitted base cupboards with worktop surface over and wall mounted units, void for a cooking Range with convector canopy over, 'Belfast' style sink with mixer tap, plumbing for a dishwasher, built-in wine rack, oil fired boiler serving the domestic hot water and heating system, access to the rear garden with an outlook over the patio and adjoining countryside, an Island unit provides additional storage cupboards, space for a size-able dining table and 'American' style fridge freezer, continuation of the slate tiled flooring. 

UTILITY ROOM

Having a range of Oak fronted base cupboards and drawers with matching wall units, plumbing for automatic washing machine, worktop surface, part tiled walls, slate tiled flooring, radiator and an outlook over the rear garden. 

LOUNGE

Accessed from the Sitting room via steps and glazed double doors into this spacious Lounge having an impressive feature A framed ceiling beam, feature exposed stone wall housing a log burner on a raised hearth, high ceiling with a 'Velux' style window, outlook and access over the wrap around gardens, door leading into:-

SUN LOUNGE

With a tiled floor, access and outlook over the front elevation and natural woodland area. 

INNER HALLWAY

With an under stairs storage cupboard, timber flooring and inset spotlighting. 

BEDROOM FOUR

Enjoying a dual aspect with views over the garden and adjoining countryside, both windows having timber sills, a range of fitted wardrobes with sliding doors, exposed timber floor boards, radiator and power points. 

ENSUITE

Having a three piece suite comprising shower cubicle with rainfall shower head, low flush w.c., pedestal wash hand basin, fully tiled walls, inset spotlighting, radiator and tiled floor. 

BEDROOM FIVE

Having a window to the front elevation with deep sill, range of fitted wardrobes with timber doors, and exposed timber floor boards. 

BEDROOM SIX/STUDY

Currently used as a Study with window to front having a deep timer sill, radiator and power points.

GROUND FLOOR FAMILY BATHROOM

Having a four piece suite in white comprising claw foot free standing bath, shower cubicle, high flush w.c., pedestal wash hand basin, chrome heated towel rail, fully tiled walls, complimentary floor tiles, obscure glazed window and inset spotlighting. 

 

From the Sitting Room there is a staircase with Oak balustrade leading to the first floor accommodation and split level Landing with radiator, power points and inset spotlighting. 

BEDROOM ONE

Enjoying a dual aspect with views over the garden and adjoining countryside, exposed timber floor boards, a range of fitted wardrobes to the eaves incorporating a window seat with storage beneath. 

ENSUITE

Having a three piece suite with walk-in shower cubicle with rainfall shower head, additional attachment and glass screen, wash hand basin set into vanity unit, low flush w.c., fully tiled walls, panelled ceiling and floor tiles. 

BEDROOM TWO

Having a dual aspect with outlook over the front and rear elevations, exposed timber floor boards, and a range of fitted wardrobes. 

BEDROOM THREE

Having a range of fitted wardrobes, dual aspect over the front and rear elevations and exposed timber floor boards. 

FIRST FLOOR BATHROOM

Having a panelled bath with shower over and splash screen, low flush w.c., pedestal wash hand basin, fully tiled walls, panelled ceiling with inset spotlighting and tiled floor. 

OUTSIDE

The grounds extend to approximately 1.4 acres and are a particular feature of the property with a pony paddock accessed from the driveway, the formal lawn gardens to the front and side elevations have an abundance of established shrubs, flowering plants and trees with a natural woodland area being home to many birds and wildlife.  The rear patio can be accessed from the reception rooms making it ideal for alfresco dining.  The rear garden is mainly laid to lawn with a variety of fruit bearing trees, having space for a hot tub and play equipment for the family buyer, a pergola with slate tiled roof provides a shaded seating area.  The property is approached over a substantial driveway providing parking for a number of vehicles and turning point which allows access to a DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE and further SINGLE GARAGE with power and light installed with personnel door and a EV charging point.   

SERVICES

Mains electric and water are believed available or connected to the property with oil fired heating drainage via septic tank and the benefit of Solar panels.  All services and appliances are not tested by the Selling Agent. 

DIRECTIONS

From the Prestatyn office turn left and proceed through the village of Meliden, turning left at the traffic lights into the village of Dyserth, continue up Waterfall Road to the next set of traffic lights and turn left onto the High Street, continue through the village of Trelawnyd and soon after leaving the village, passing 'Jackson's' nurseries take the first turning on the left signposted Walwen, take the next left where the property will be seen immediately on the right hand side by way of a 'For Sale' sign.

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