Florence Road, Woolston | 3 bedrooms | £500,000
Description
Welcome to Florence Road! An impressive and beautifully presented three-bedroom semi-detached character home, dating back to circa 1860. Rich in period charm yet thoughtfully updated for modern living, this exceptional property offers three reception rooms, three bathrooms, a stunning garden and set in a sought-after location. Upon entering, you are welcomed by a spacious entrance hall leading into an elegant drawing room, complete with a striking fireplace, original coving and two sash windows that flood the space with natural light. Adjacent is a formal dining room, which could easily serve as a fourth bedroom if desired. Further through the ground floor, you’ll find a useful study and a well-appointed downstairs shower room. At the heart of the home is a wow-factor 26ft open-plan kitchen/dining/living space, superbly designed with an abundance of glazing, including three skylights that bathe the room in natural light. The contemporary kitchen features high-gloss white units, quartz worktops, and a walk-in larder cupboard. The adjoining living area is enhanced by a charming wood burner—perfect for cosy evenings.Upstairs, the property offers three generous double bedrooms, with the principal bedroom benefiting from a stylish en-suite shower room. A bright and airy landing leads to a sleek family bathroom, complete with a freestanding bath, separate shower, modern vanity basin, and a utility cupboard with plumbing for a washing machine. Outside, the garden is an entertainer’s dream. Beautifully landscaped, it boasts a patio seating area ideal for al fresco dining or evening relaxation, alongside a generous lawn, raised flower beds, and side pedestrian access. A useful outbuilding, equipped with power and lighting, provides excellent storage. To the front, a driveway offers convenient off-street parking, while a charming garden with a mature hedge ensures a good degree of privacy. This exceptional home effortlessly combines timeless character with contemporary comfort, offering style, space, and versatility throughout. An opportunity not to be missed.
Location The general character of Florence Road and Old Woolston is suburban with traces of the former rural settlement that gave it its special character in the past. Developed from a small rural settlement into substantial residential suburb, Woolston now benefits from an outstanding selection of local shops, amenities and cafés including a Lidl Supermarket (0.3 miles), Superdrug (0.3 miles). Exceptional schools are nearby including the St. Patricks Catholic School (0.3 miles) and the Woolston Infant School (0.2 miles). Other local points include: Woolston Train Station (0.4 miles), Archery Grounds (0.3 miles), Peatree Green Nature Reserve (0.7 miles) and the Obelisk Pub (0.2 miles) which is the most prominent building in the area, occupying a prime position on the corner of Obelisk Road and Bedford Avenue.
Approach
Dropped kerb leading to a block paved driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles, mature shrub & hedge border with gateway, gated side access.
Entrance Hall
Smooth finish to ceiling, double glazed door to front elevation, stairs rising to first floor with storage under, radiator, large opening to:
Drawing Room
11' 11" (3.63m) x 12' 11" (3.94m) max:
Smooth finish to ceiling with original style coving, double glazed sash windows to front and side elevation, feature gas fire with marble surround, engineered oak floor, radiator.
Dining Room
11' 11" (3.63m) x 12' 11" (3.94m):
Smooth finish to coved ceiling, double glazed sash window to front elevation, feature fireplace, lime oak flooring, radiator.
Study
9' 11" (3.02m) x 6' 2" (1.88m):
Smooth finish to coved ceiling, double glazed window to side elevation, built in storage, radiator, door to:
Shower Room
Smooth finish to coved ceiling, double glazed window to side elevation, walk in shower cubicle with mains fed shower over, low level WC and wash hand basin, graphite heated ladder towel rail, tiling to principle areas.
Kitchen/Dining/Living Area
26' 3" (8.00m) max x 22' 3" (6.78m) max:
Smooth finish to coved ceiling, vaulted to rear with three Velux style windows, double glazed windows and sliding doors to rear elevation, range of matching high gloss wall base and drawer units with quartz work surface over, bowl and half sink with drainer inset, built in NEFF oven, microwave and warming drawer, integrated dishwasher and four ring hob with extractor fan over, large pantry cupboard, breakfast bar, log burner, engineered oak flooring, radiator.
Landing
Smooth finish to ceiling, hatch providing access into loft space, double glazed window to rear elevation overlooking garden, doors to:
Bedroom One
15' 10" (4.83m) max x 12' 11" (3.94m) max:
Smooth finish to coved ceiling, double glazed sash windows to front elevation, radiator, door to:
En-suite
Smooth finish to ceiling with inset spotlights, double glazed window to side elevation, three piece suite comprising wash hand basin, full width walk in shower with mains fed Grohe thermostatic three fucntion rainfall style shower over, low level WC, graphite heated ladder towel rail, built in storage, tiling to principle areas.
Bedroom Two
12' 2" (3.71m) max x 13' (3.96m):
Smooth finish to coved ceiling, double glazed sash window to front elevation, fitted wardrobes, radiator.
Bedroom Three
12' (3.66m) x 9' 11" (3.02m):
Smooth finish to coved ceiling, double glazed window to rear elevation overlooking garden, built in storage, radiator.
Bathroom
9' 10" (3.00m) x 9' 10" (3.00m):
Smooth finish to ceiling with inset spotlights, double glazed window to rear elevation, four piece suite comprising low level WC, wash hand basin, corner shower cubicle with mains fed rainfall shower over, free standing statement bath with free standing controlled tap, utility cupboard with plumbing for washing machine, feature heated towel rail and additional ladder towel rail, fully tiled in natural travertine with electric underfloor heating.
Garden
Enclosed southerly aspect rear garden, gated side access, sandstone patio seating area with patio leading to decorative circular lawn, barked flower beds, brick built shed with power connected, shed.
Services
Mains water, gas, electricity, and drainage are connected. For mobile and broadband connectivity, please refer to Ofcom.org.uk. Please note that none of the services or appliances have been tested by Field Palmer.
Sellers Position
Buying Onwards
Offer Check Procedure
If you are considering making an offer for this property and require a mortgage, our clients will require confirmation of your status. We have therefore adopted an Offer Check Procedure which involves our Financial Advisor verifying your position.
Floorplan
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