We believe it’s fair to say that Elmwood is a truly magnificent property! This family home is perfectly positioned for anyone looking for a semi-rural lifestyle, situated in an idyllic spot that allows for amazing views, yet is only 5 minutes’ drive into the centre of Chester. Added to this the property boasts an ‘ace card’ up its sleeve in the form of additional accommodation in the separate Coach House.  An amazing detached triple garage which has been developed into something a little special, but we will come to that later. The main home has been lovingly cared for, oozing with curb appeal along with an interior you can simply move into and enjoy.

 Entering the main house through the porch, we are led directly into the beautiful hall, with eye-catching original herringbone parquet flooring which continues through into rear dining room, and a staircase rising to the first floor, allowing for useful under stairs storage, downstairs WC and boiler room. The spacious lounge is situated to the front of the home, enjoying a walk into bay window with a feature hand-carved stone fireplace housing a Clearview wood burning stove.  To the rear is the dining room with an identical hand-carved stone fireplace and wood burner.  Double doors then lead into the fabulous kitchen, fitted with a bespoke handmade and hand painted Cheshire Kitchen, which offers a well thought-out design, with 4 oven Aga, integral appliances and granite work tops. There is plenty of space in the room for a table and chairs for those breakfast times before a busy day or weekends activities. The stone flooring complements the kitchen perfectly, leading though into the conservatory beyond, and what a space this is! The ideal spot for sitting back and admiring the fabulous mature garden beyond.

 Up to the first floor now where the landing has doors leading into the four bedrooms and family bathroom.  The master bedroom has been created within the extension to the rear of the house where it takes in amazing elevated views, looking out over farmland and the Duke of Westminster’s estate, you can even see Eaton Hall!  This bedroom is spacious and light thanks to all those windows and two tilt & turn doors with craftsman wrought-iron Juliet balconies and comes complete with its own en suite shower room.  Bedrooms 2 and 3 are resplendent with original cast iron fireplaces and surrounds.  All three of the remaining bedrooms are good sizes, all served by a delightful modern bathroom, with travertine tiling to finish off the contemporary look. 

 We have saved the trump card till last, because here will you find a house that offers all of the above, yet in addition it benefits from a large detached Coach House!  This separate property allows for a triple car garage with 2 electrically operated doors making it easy to drive straight into the garage, with adjoining workshop, plus a kitchenette, inner hall and porch area, as well as a garden room with Clearview log burner and home office all on the ground floor featuring solid oak flooring and magnificent views across the secluded garden and fields beyond. Meanwhile on the second floor there is an open plan bedroom/living area measuring a spacious 15x19 feet, with an en suite shower room.   The attention to detail oozes from this beautiful space including a craftsman made wrought iron handrail and balustrade.  The only question is how you will use this? Maybe as an annex for a family member, as an office, or even an inviting guest suite for friends when they come to stay. You have 1362sqft to play with here, making this a true ace card. 

 Outside, the property is approached via an electrically operated five bar wooden gate, which opens onto a driveway, allowing for ample parking.  The lawned frontage has planted borders, all enclosed with a mature hedge and tree planted boundary.  The rear garden is simply perfect for anyone who likes gardening; with a huge amount of thought put into the planting here, ensuring you have colour all year around. The vast lawn allows for plenty of space for the children to play, while you sit back on the patio area and enjoy a glass of something cold with friends and family. The only question is, with that Coach House, will they want to leave?

The Seller's View

Elmwood has been our sanctuary for more than 20 years. We absolutely love the open space around us, yet so close to Chester city centre. Our friends say that when they walk through the gate they feel as if they leave the world behind. The sun-drenched patio is hard to leave whether that’s after lunch or an evening glass of something chilled. We absolutely love spending time outside in the garden and from morning to evening there’s a seating area to take in the rays. We had a vision of a have-it-all lifestyle and that’s what Elmwood gives. A country style kitchen, cosy lounge to escape to and views that change with the seasons