"The Loft"

Sheraton West Grange Farm, Elwick, TS27 3ES

"The Loft"

Sheraton West Grange Farm, Elwick, TS27 3ES Asking Price £345,000

STUNNING BARN CONVERSION IN THE COUNTRY EMBRACING A CONTEMPORARY TWIST, WITHIN REACH OF THE HISTORICAL CITY OF DURHAM ACCOMPANIED WITH AN ADJOINING 1.1 ACRE FIELD IDEAL FOR EQUESTRIAN USE AND A REMARKABLE INTERIOR LIVING SPACE

Formed from the exquisite conversion of an old farm steading in 2005, "The Loft" at Sheraton West Grange Farm embraces a spectacular ambient blend of features over the 207m2 footprint, encompassing impressive vaulted beamed ceilings and a log burning stove intermingled with an avant-garde open plan characteristic, ground source heat pump, solar panels and a gym complete with sauna. Whilst situated in the heart of the countryside with open views across the desirable 1.1 acre field belonging exclusively to this country residence, "The Loft" is conveniently placed for access onto the A19 which interconnects with all of the regions centres including Teeside, Sunderland and Durham. The accommodation briefly comprises of an eye watering open entrance foyer preceding the elegant twisting central staircase enhanced with vaulted ceilings, velux windows, travertine natural stone mosaic flooring and oak doors opening into the breathtaking principal reception room and enchanting reception kitchen. The sensational open plan disposition continues through the kitchen area towards the rear of the residence which inspirationally flows into a family reception and informal dining area with patio doors opening into a predominantly south facing private garden lavishly finished with aristocratic Indian slate paving leading to the communal inner courtyard and gymnasium. A study, nestled from the reception kitchen area, which leads to the ground floor W/c could easily serve as a guest bedroom or granny annex should the need arise, whilst a convenient sizeable utility room is a further useful attribute. To the first floor, an astonishing gallery landing provides an enchanting viewing point towards the awe inspiring vaulted beamed ceilings and access via oak doors into the four adorable double bedrooms embellished with traditional features and beamed ceilings, a dressing room, two en-suite facilities and the beautiful family bathroom. For further information regarding this sensational exclusive residence please contact your local Hunters office. "No Onward Chain"

DIRECTIONS

Travelling northbound on the A19 turn off at the A179 and turn left onto the B1280, west bound. Travel for approximately 800 metres and turn left onto Hurworth Burn Road. Travel for approximately 800 metres and at the first junction turn left onto Coal Lane. Follow Coal Lane for approximately 600 metres until the "T" junction. At the "T" junction turn left and immediate first left. Continue on this road for approximately 400 metres keeping to the left and you will enter Sheraton West Grange Farm. Continue up the small road, keeping left, past the bungalow the road will curve to the right and "The Loft" is centrally positioned within the exclusive barn conversions.

ENTRANCE VESTIBULE

The exterior door provides accessibility from the stone paved forecourt into the vestibule, which offers a convenient cloaks cupboard for outdoor clothing and an additional oak door opening into the impressive entrance foyer.

ENTRANCE FOYER

Enhancing the charismatic charm of the authentic barn conversion sympathetically blended with a contemporary edge, concurrent throughout the residence, this awe inspiring foyer feasts the eyes on a centrally positioned twisting oak staircase finished with glazed side panels which allow the natural light to flow from the vaulted ceiling velux windows in the adjoining reception at the rear of the home. Additional attributes include lavish natural stone travertine flooring inset with a central mosaic design complimenting two further pairs of oak doors reciprocally opening into the inspirational principal reception room and expansive reception kitchen.

PRINCIPAL RECEPTION ROOM 6.98m (22' 11") x 4.27m (14' 0") This magnificent principle reception room furnishes staggering proportions enhanced with a duel aspect comprising of double glazed windows offering wonderful views across the front grounds towards the countryside and a pair of double glazed patio doors opening onto the aristocratic black indian slate patio, ideal for al-fresco dining in the warm summer months. An eye catching bespoke oak fireplace provides a sensational centrepiece further enhanced with a cast iron log burning stove and a continuation of the gorgeous natural stone travertine flooring from the foyer, flowing through the oak doorway to the formal dining area at the rear of the property.

RECEPTION KITCHEN

6.98m (22' 11") x 3.94m (12' 11") An awe inspiring area which depicts the individual nature of the residence, offering a unique indulgence only found in the rarest of country homes, comprising of a feature authentic style exposed brick wall providing a centrepiece, complimenting an open plan striking duel aspect with double glazed windows accompanying patio doors looking directly into the rear gardens and double glazed windows offering welcoming views over the front grounds and countryside beyond. The kitchen area includes an impressive central island, coupling as a useful breakfasting bar, with storage cabinets and an electrical hob positioned beneath a contemporary brushed steel extractor canopy. A wealth of additional cabinets integrate an elevated double oven, wine chiller, automatic coffee percolator, an automatic dishwasher and convenient recess for a fridge freezer. Additional accompaniments include a ceramic sink complete with mixer tap fitments set below the double glazed windows overlooking the front grounds, a continuation of the eye catching natural stone travertine flooring an oak doors providing accessibility into the utility room and study.

UTILITY ROOM 1.98m (6' 6") x 1.70m (5' 7") Situated adjacent to the kitchen area at the front of the home, this useful room features natural travertine flooring leading to a range of floor cabinets with contrasting work surfaces integrating a ceramic sink complete with mixer tap fitments positioned beneath a double glazed window overlooking the front gardens. Further features include a walk into pantry, plumbing for an automatic washing machine and a recessed pump mechanism/boiler for the ground source heat pump underfloor heating system.

STUDY / ANNEXE 2.62m (8' 7") x 2.24m (7' 4") Leading from the reception area of the kitchen, the study could be facilitated for a number of uses, including a guest en-suite bedroom, due to its accompaniment to the adjoining ground floor W/c. Currently the area has been adapted into a study and features double glazed windows looking into the rear gardens, a continuation of the attractive natural travertine flooring leading to two oak doors opening into the reception area of the kitchen and the ground floor W/c (en-suite).

GROUND FLOOR W/C 2.24m (7' 4") x 1.17m (3' 10") A beautiful facility positioned off the study which incorporates a contemporary concealed flush W/c and a pedestal hand wash basin finished to a backdrop of eye catching floor, partial wall tiling and a complimenting vanity shelf.

FAMILY ROOM & DINING ROOM 6.53m (21' 5") x 2.67m (8' 9") Occupying almost the entire rear of this stunning bespoke residence, this appealing combined open plan reception / formal dining room offers eye watering vaulted beamed ceilings recessed with two velux windows positioned on a predominantly south facing aspect, set to a backdrop of the spectacular open central oak staircase in the foyer with glazed panels cascading from the first floor gallery landing area. Additional attributes include further double glazed windows and accompanying patio doors opening into the rear gardens adorned with the black indian slate floor coverings.

GALLERY LANDING

A unique characteristic to this bespoke residence, the open gallery landing which peers down into the dining reception, enshrines all of the traditional and contemporary attributes of the building, with feature beams intermingled with an elaborate oak staircase finished with glazed panels, vaulted ceilings integrated with velux windows and beautiful oak doors opening into the sensational four double bedrooms and lavish family bathroom.

MASTER BEDROOM

5.05m (16' 7") x 3.71m (12' 2") into eves Nestled at the rear of the home, the master bedroom provides a charming backdrop of feature beamed vaulted ceilings inset with double glazed windows and a spectacular exposed brick wall adjoining the dressing room.

DRESSING ROOM 2.31m (7' 7") x 2.01m (6' 7") to robes Positioned off the master bedroom, the adorable walk-into dressing room features a selection of glazed wardrobes, an open aspect to the bedroom and a further oak door leading into the extravagant en-suite bathroom.

EN-SUITE BATHROOM 3.66m (12' 0") x 2.34m (7' 8") Encapsulating an unprecedented quality finish, this lavish en-suite bathroom features a white four piece suite comprising of a glazed corner shower enclosure complimented with a stepped and sunken bath, a concealed flush W/c and an elevated hand wash basin, all set to a backdrop of feature natural tiling reminiscing of exquisite exclusive spas.

SECOND BEDROOM 3.71m (12' 2") x 3.47m (11' 5") Located at the front of the residence with beautiful elevated views over the countryside, this wonderful room features attractive beamed ceilings and a stunning traditional yet contemporary style exposed brick wall, providing an element of individualism concurrent throughout the property.

THIRD BEDROOM 3.66m (12' 0") x 3.13m (10' 3") The captivating third double bedroom is situated at the front of the residence and offers a sense of nostalgic charm with alluring vaulted beamed ceilings accompanied with unrestricted views across the scenic countryside and an adjoining en-suite facility.

EN-SUITE This second sumptuous en-suite facilitates an attractive white suite comprising of a glazed shower enclosure complete with chrome finishes, a low level W/c and pedestal hand wash basin. Accompaniments include authentic style beams and captivating natural travertine floor and partial wall tiling.

FOURTH BEDROOM 4.39m (14' 5") x 3.48m (11' 5") into recess Continuing with the traditional and contemporary fusion, the fourth double bedroom offers a dressing recess complete with vaulted beamed ceilings and a pair of double glazed patio doors opening to Juliet balcony which provides lovely elevated views across the rear grounds and beyond.

FAMILY BATHROOM Positioned at the front of the residence, adjacent the second and third bedrooms, this luxurious family bathroom features an astounding suite comprising of a spa bath complete with shower mixer tap fitments and a concealed flush W/c coupled with a hand wash basin recessed into a vanity cabinet. Further notable accompaniments include attractive natural stone travertine flooring, partial wall tiling exposed beams and a double glazed window.

EXTERNAL The exterior of the residence has been divided into two distinctly different areas encapsulating the more traditional features at the front with a splendid garden frontage preceding the open countryside, comprising mostly of meanering lawns, mature shrub borders and an intersecting gated drive suitable for the standage of numerous family vehicles leading to a wonderful paved patio area. To the rear, the breathtaking predominantly south facing gardens have been extensively landscaped to a more sympathetic contemporary theme, with elegant paved black indian slate adorning the entire floor area, contrasting yet absorbing, into the individual character of the building. The area, unmistakably adhered to family functions, entertaining or simple quiet enjoyment also includes two raised illuminated deck areas and a gate providing accessibility into an attractive communal courtyard which supersedes the communal gymnasium with sauna.

LAND: 1.1 ACRES It is rare to be offered the opportunity to acquire such a distinctive country residence with an adjoining 1.1 acre field for equestrian use, farm animals or self sufficiency situated at the front of the property, merely across the access lane from the property. Certainly a major consideration for clients with one horse, pony, horticulture or even free range chickens.

DISCLAIMER These particulars are intended to give a fair and reliable description of the property but no responsibility for any inaccuracy or error can be accepted and do not constitute an offer or contract. We have not tested any services or appliances (including central heating if fitted) referred to in these particulars and the purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to the working order and condition. If a property is unoccupied at any time there may be reconnection charges for any switched off/disconnected or drained services or appliances

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