Long Lane, Saughall, Chester, Cheshire, CH1

Wilbur House

Wilbur, believed to have been built around 1996, exudes quality and sophistication throughout. The expansive accommodation spans three floors and includes a substantial cinema room above the garage, which could be adapted to suit a relative/ to study alike. The property is introduced by an attractive enclosed canopy porch, leading into this delightful home. The spacious kitchen, perfect for family features double glazed French doors opening to the rear garden. The kitchen boasts hand-painted cabinets and integrated Siemens appliances, including a double eye-level oven, induction hob with extractor hood, microwave, and a freestanding Liebherr fridge and freezer. A Coalbrookdale dual-fuel stove adds character and practicality, providing additional hot water and potential heating. Adjacent is a modern dining room with high-gloss porcelain floor tiling and delightful garden views ideal for family gatherings.

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The generously sized lounge features an open fireplace with a cast-iron surround, oak herringbone flooring, and a striking floor-to-ceiling picture window offering southeast views of the garden. Connected to the lounge is a superb utility room with a vaulted ceiling, granite work surfaces, and a Bosch washing machine and dryer. Off the utility room is a convenient shower room with WC. A staircase from the utility room leads to a spacious first-floor room with a vaulted ceiling, feature fireplace, and polished floorboards, ideal as a family or cinema room, with space for a home office. An elegant spindle-turned staircase leads to the first floor, where the principal bedroom features fitted wardrobes with contemporary stained-glass sliding doors, fitted furniture, and an en suite shower room with a traditional “Burlington” suite.

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Two additional double bedrooms on this floor share a large family bathroom with a white traditional suite, including a panelled bath and shower cubicle. An enclosed staircase ascends to the second floor, housing a large bedroom with a vaulted ceiling and Velux window, and an adjoining dressing room that could be adapted to create additional en suite facilities if desired.

External

The property is protected from the lane by mature beech hedging, with a gated entrance opening onto a spacious driveway, perfect for multiple vehicles, boats, or motorhomes. The single garage, accessed via double wooden doors, is equipped with electricity and power points. The private rear garden enjoys a southeast aspect, enclosed by high-level brick walls, fencing, and mature hedging. The garden features a cobbled courtyard with planted beds, low-maintenance slate chippings, and mature plants, including hydrangea, camellia, and rose bushes. An attractive folly at the garden's end offers a delightful seating area to enjoy the afternoon sun.

Location

Wilbur House is ideally situated on the edge of the picturesque village of Saughall, boasting breathtaking rural views. Saughall offers a host of local amenities, including a Cooperative store, a gastro pub, a pharmacy, a village hall, two churches, and a medical centre. The historic Roman city of Chester, renowned for its extensive offerings, is nearby, and the Greyhound Retail Park, just 3 miles away, provides excellent shopping opportunities. For recreation, the area offers a golf range, Upton-by-Chester Golf Club, and the Chester Route 5 cycle track. Educational needs are well catered for with a primary school in Saughall and secondary education at Upton High School. Additionally, Chester is home to the prestigious King’s and Queen’s independent schools.

Further Location Details

Wirral Grammar School for Boys and for Girls are both within an easy 20 minutes drive from the property and Children can take the school coach from Saughall to Calday Grange Grammar school for Boys and West Kirby Grammar school for Girls. Saughall is excellently positioned for commuting to the Northwest’s commercial centre's, with the M56 just a mile away and Chester station offering direct services to London Euston in under 2 hours.

Dining Room

3.3m x 7.14m

Kitchen

3.45m x 5.97m

Lounge

3.7m x 5.97m

Hallway

2.3m x 1.88m

Ulility Room

3.12m x 4.37m

Bathroom

3.12m x 1.6m

Family Room/Study

6.86m x 5.28m

Garage

3.48m x 6.43m

First Floor

Landing

3.25m x 2.44m

Bedroom

2.9m x 5.97m

En Suite

1.27m x 1.98m

Bedroom

3.48m x 2.8m

Bedroom

3.45m x 2.2m

Bathroom

3.23m x 2.44m

Second Floor

Bedroom

7m x 3.1m

Dressing Room

2.41m x 3.1m

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Agents note

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