4 bedroom detached house for sale

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED AND EXTENDED DETACHED FAMILY HOME WITH PADDOCK AND STABLES IN A FINE SEMI-RURAL PRIVATE LOCATION ...........

Brookwood Lodge is a beautifully appointed detached family home that has been extensively renovated, modernised and extended by the current owners to an exceptional standard throughout, now offering superb and versatile accommodation ideally suited to modern family living. Believed to date back to the 1930s, the property enjoys an enviable semi-rural setting, with many of the principal rooms benefiting from delightful outlooks over the gardens and far-reaching southerly views across the surrounding countryside. A particular highlight of the home is the impressive kitchen/breakfast/dining room, measuring over 40' x 22', which forms the true heart of the property. This striking space features bi-folding doors opening onto a sun deck terrace, creating a wonderful indoor-outdoor flow ideal for entertaining. A sliding wall opens through to the sitting room, offering flexibility between open-plan and separate living spaces, while a further family room provides additional reception space. The kitchen itself is superbly fitted with an extensive range of quality cabinetry, a large central island and elegant granite work surfaces. A useful utility room and adjoining boot room provide practical everyday convenience. To the first floor are four well-proportioned bedrooms served by a modern family bathroom. There is potential to create en-suite facilities within the two larger bedrooms, with plumbing already installed in readiness. Outside, the property occupies a gently elevated position enjoying fine distant views across the surrounding countryside. Immediately to the rear is a decked south-facing sun terrace with a barbecue area, providing an ideal space for outdoor entertaining and al fresco dining. The remainder of the gardens are predominantly laid to lawn with well-established shrub borders, enjoy a pleasant outlook over the adjoining fenced paddock beyond. Within the grounds adjacent to the paddock there is a detached stable block and hay store, creating an excellent set-up for those with equestrian interests. To the front of the property there is a shingle driveway providing ample off-road parking, together with convenient gated side access. In all, the gardens and grounds extend to about 1.1 acres.