Description
Rarely does the opportunity arise to purchase such a unique property that oozes charm and character. 'Flowerfield' is a residential smallholding comprising a Grade B2 listed country residence together with a cobbled yard, walled garden, outbuildings and lands extending to circa 34.5 acres. Dating back to the start of the 19th century, this Georgian style property retains many original features and has been extremely well-maintained and updated by the current owners with a new roof, Marvin double glazed sash windows and a modern kitchen and bathroom.
The accommodation comprises of three receptions and five bedrooms and in addition there is a rear staircase that leads from the ground floor directly up to the attic rooms. The attic rooms are undeveloped but have the potential for additional accommodation. There is also a stone staircase leading down to an extensive basement area.
Externally, 'Flowerfield' is just as charming with its cobbled yard, range of stone outbuildings and stone walls and arched doorways leading to a partially walled garden with a lean to greenhouse, potting shed and range of flower and vegetable beds. The main avenue leads through a canopy of Scots pines and beech trees with an array of seasonal flowers in bloom. A separate rear drive leads around to the yard and the land to each side of the house with hayshed and additional gardens. Approx. 30 acres of good quality agricultural land surrounds the property including approx. 7 acres of woodland and amenity land.
Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate what this stunning property has to offer and is strictly by appointment only through the selling agents.
Ground Floor - Entrance Porch:
With panelled front door with stained glass side panels and Georgian style fanlight, vaulted ceiling, tiled floor, inner door with stained glass side panels and shutters, Georgian fanlight and brass pull bell.
Entrance Hall:
With ceiling rose and alcove to accommodate a grandfather clock.
Drawing Room:
20'10" x 18'9"
With panelled bay window, picture rail, cornicing and feature ornate white marble fireplace with dog grate and tiled hearth.
Dining Room:
18'7" x 18'0"
With panelled bay window, cornicing and picture rail, cast iron multi-fuel stove with oak surround and tiled hearth.
Kitchen/Dining Area:
10'8" x 20'0"
With range of eye and low level units, polished granite worktops and upstands, sink unit with mixer tap, 'Miele' induction hob and 'Siemens' double oven, stainless steel extractor fan with polished granite splashback, integrated dishwasher, porcelain tiled floor and recessed lighting.
Rear Hall:
With stone steps leading to basement.
Family Room:
18'6" x 16'2"
With painted exposed stone walls, reclaimed brick fireplace with cast iron multi-burner stove, wooden mantle and quarry tiled raised hearth, quarry tiled floor and recessed lighting.
Utility Room:
19'1" x 9'1"
With range of built-in cupboards, 'Belfast' type sink, plumbed for washing machine and door leading to back stairs.
Cloakroom:
8'8" x 7'0"
With WC, wash hand basin, wood panelled walls and tiled floor.
Basement:
Stone steps leading down to basement divided into three areas -:
18'8 x 16'10
19'0 x 7'6
8'0 x 5'7
6ft headroom
First Floor - Central Landing:
36'0" x 8'3"
With cornicing.
Bedroom 1:
18'10" x 11'3"
With cornicing, picture rail, shutters and built-in wardrobe.
Ensuite:
13'8" x 4'6"
Comprising fully tiled walk-in mains shower cubicle, wash hand basin, WC and built-in cupboards.
Bedroom 2:
18'7" x 11'6"
With picture rail, shutters and wash hand basin.
Bedroom 3:
13'8" x 11'6"
With wash hand basin in alcove, built-in wardrobe and picture rail.
Bedroom 4:
13'3" x 9'0"
With vanity unit with wash hand basin and picture rail.
Bedroom 5:
9'5" x 9'6"
With picture rail and wash hand basin.
Family Bathroom:
1'0" x 10'0"
With contemporary suite comprising 'Duravit' corner bath, wide shouldered wash hand basin, slimline cistern WC, fully tiled corner shower cubicle, heated towel rail and oak flooring.
Separate WC:
5'8" x 4'10"
With period wash hand basin labelled - 'D Christie, Sanitary Engineer, Coleraine'.
Rear Landing:
With back stairs to Utility Room, hotpress and stairs to Attic.
Attic Room 1:
With gable window.
Attic Room 2:
25'10" x 8'5"
Attic Room 3:
25'10" x 19'0"
With gable window.
Attic Room 4:
25'10" x 19'0"
With gable window.
Exterior:
Property approached by entrance pillars with cattle grid leading through canopy of Scots pines and beech trees and laurels on to tarmac parking area at entrance of property. An array of seasonal flowers such as snow drops, bluebells and crocuses greets you together with front garden laid in lawn bordered by beech hedge on one side and stone wall to the other. Flower and shrub beds and hexagonal timber double glazed summer house.
The lawn continues to the west side of the house with further flower beds and shrubs, leading on to a small paved terrace which enjoys the evening sun. Wrought iron gates leading through to yard. An idyllic partially walled garden laid in lawn with shrub beds, box hedging, specimen trees, numerous raised beds for flowers and vegetables, gravel pathways, polytunnel, greenhouse and potting shed. Back driveway adjacent to entrance leading to yard and stone pillars leading to paddock and 3 bay open barn.
Yard: Boiler house with oil fired boiler. Charming cobbled yard to rear of house with range of outbuildings including on the eastern side a stone wall with lean to buildings comprising a open front vehicle space 30'0 x 12'0, divided into three. Outhouses suitable for stables, two further outhouses at northern end of yard, and two storey stone outhouse on western side of yard comprising three units. Stone steps leading to loft above (also divided into three).
Stone pillars and wrought iron gates leading to rear yard. Rear stone yard comprising wood shed and open fronted lean to. Cobbled stack yard with stone wall, leading to fields.
Land:
Approximately 30 acres of good quality agricultural land including 7 acres of wood land and amenity land, some of which fronts the main road. The lands which are well fenced and watered comprises 6 good sized fields.
LOT 1:
Comprising house, gardens, outbuildings and 4 acres.
LOT 2:
Comprising approximately 30 acres of agricultural land and woodland.
Additional Information:
Tenure: Freehold
Estimated Rates: ££1,861 pa as per LPS
Features
- Well situated small holding comprising dwelling house, cobbled yard with outbuildings & approx. 34.5 acres of land
- Stunning Grade B2 listed residence with many period features maintained
- Spacious 3 reception, 5 bed family accommodation
- Situated in an idyllic countryside setting on a mature, extensive site
- Attractive cobbled yard with range of outbuildings and stunning walled garden
- Oil fired central heating and Marvin double glazed sash windows
- Convenient location within easy commuting distance to Coleraine town centre & all local amenities
- The agricultural land comprise approx. 30 acres of good quality land inc. approx. 7 acres of wood land & amenity land
- Can be sold in separate lots
Location