Railway Terrace, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8

WITZEND is an attractive three bedroom detached period cottage C1850's built of local stone with brick quoins under a clay tile roof. The cottage has undergone a meticulous programme of renovation works, to create a fabulous character home retaining many period features and detail, incorporating cosy open fireplaces, French oak floors throughout, farmhouse style kitchen, gas fired central heating and rear courtyard garden, all presented in immaculate order throughout. Enjoying a convenient location a short flat walk to both the town centre of Gillingham and the mainline railway station.
An early viewing is recommended to secure this beautiful and charming home.

APPROACHED: from Railway Terrace via easy pull-in onto tarmac driveway and residents private right of way/access, flagstone paved pathway cuts across neat and tidy lawn.

ENTRANCE PORCH: of brick and stone construction with pitched clay tile roof, wood grain effect UPVC panelled front door with fixed glazed top panel, quarry tiled floor and coach style lantern, obscure glazed fixed side windows.
Attractive hardwood half panelled door with coloured lead light and fixed glazed top panel.

LOUNGE/DINER ( 23'5 x 11'3 ) Wonderful family room, well proportioned with good ceiling height, exposed beams to ceiling, French oak floor boards, original chimney breasts of exposed Gillingham brick with open grate and inset wood burning stove, creates cosy focal points, fireside alcove, exposed stone wall to return wall, alcove shelving and TV aerial point. Two school house style radiators, wall lights, UPVC sash type double glazed windows enjoying outlook onto front with oak window boards. Archway with wooden lintels and stone reveals lead to:

KITCHEN ( 16'1 x 7'1 ) Fabulous character room, finished in a rustic country style, well equipped and fitted with an extensive range of attractive modern shaker style floor cupboards with matching drawers and trim. Contrasting marble work tops and counters matching cupboards to return wall with oak work tops, inset china clay Belfast sink with mixer tap. Range cooker with five ring gas hob and double electric ovens and grill, built-in dishwasher and under counter wine chiller. Ceramic tiled splash panel, canopy with lights and extractor fan. French oak floor, halogen spotlights, UPVC double glazed windows, matching UPVC stable door with double glazed top panel enjoying delightful outlook onto small enclosed courtyard. Space for freestanding fridge freezer, school house style radiator, oak staircase. Oak plank latch door opens onto:

UTILITY ROOM ( 7'2 x 4'4 ) Return oak work tops, space and plumbing for washing machine, wall hung Glow Worm gas fired boiler serving gas central heating and domestic hot water. Halogen spotlights and UPVC double glazed window.

DOWNSTAIRS CLOAKROOM: White suite comprising of pedestal wash hand basin with hot and cold pillar taps, low level WC with wooden seat, electric fuse box, halogen spot lights, exposed stone work to return wall and half height wainscot panelling.

OAK STAIRCASE: Return stairs rise to:

LANDING: Vaulted ceiling, exposed roof trusses and spotlights.

MASTER BEDROOM ( 12'6 x 8'5 ) Wonderful character room with high vaulted ceiling, exposed roof trusses, exposed brick chimney breast, polished cast iron fireplace, French oak floor, school house type radiator, UPVC double glazed sash window enjoys outlook onto front. Ample built-in floor and wall cupboards with oak doors, provide ample storage, spotlights.

EN SUITE: Fitted with white suite comprising pedestal wash hand basin with hot and cold pillar taps, low level WC with wooden suite, travertine tiles shower cubicle with curved glass screen and chrome shower fitting, French oak floor, exposed stone wall, wainscot panelling, school house radiator, obscure double glazed window and extractor vent.

BEDROOM TWO ( 11'4 x 8'6 ) Character room well proportioned double bedroom with good ceiling heights, high vaulted ceiling, exposed roof trusses, exposed brick chimney breast, exposed stone wall to alcoves, French oak flooring, school house radiator, UPVC double glazed window enjoys outlook onto front, useful built-in cupboard.

BEDROOM THREE ( 10'11 x 7' ) A nicely proportioned double room with good ceiling height, spotlight cluster, French oak flooring, exposed stone wall, school room radiator, UPVC double glazed window enjoying outlook to rear and onto courtyard garden.

FAMILY BATHROOM: Wonderful character room equipped with a period Victorian style suite with acrylic roll top bath with ball and claw feet, chrome pillar mixer tap, high level WC and cistern. Fully tiled walk-in shower cubicle, radiator and towel rail, oak floor, UPVC double glazed window and useful shelving.

OUTSIDE:

FRONT GARDEN: Neat and compact and laid to slate shingle with brick edging and a flagstone paved pathway leading to the front porch.


REAR GARDEN: An attractive area of enclosed courtyard laid to flagstone paving stones and enclosed by 'old' mellow brick and stone walling with outside light and tap. Ideal for outside seating and eating al fresco and barbequing. A wooden gate provides side access onto front.
SERVICES: Water, gas, electricity, drainage, telephone, gas and oil all subject to the usual utility regulations.

Council Tax Band: A
EPC rating: C

TENURE: Freehold

VIEWING: Strictly by appointment through the agents.