
£350,000
  SOLD1 Smithy Court
Introduction
* CHARACTER PROPERTY * DESIRABLE VILLAGE LOCATION. A three bedroom mews style property located along Quarry Lane within the desirable village of Christleton. The property forms part of a former school, understood to have been built in the 1850s, which was converted in the 1980s to create five individual mews style homes. The accommodation briefly comprises: entrance hall, large living room with double glazed stone mullioned window and brick-lined fireplace housing a cast-iron log burner, dining kitchen with ample space for dining table and chairs and a useful utility cupboard, first floor landing, bedroom one with fitted wardrobes to the length of one wall, bedroom two, bedroom three, modern shower room, separate WC and boiler cupboard. The property benefits from gas fired central heating and has double glazed windows. Smithy Court forms part of the Conservation Area in Christleton. To the front there is a shaped lawned garden with shrubbery, pathways and delightful block paved courtyard area. Located within the court there is a wide carport, to the side of which there is a further garden area and raised bed. If you are looking for an easy to maintain character property, in a sought after village setting, then we would strongly urge you to view.
LOCATION
The pretty village of Christleton is ideally situated close to the historic city of Chester, (approximately two and a half miles to Chester city centre). To its centre is the beautiful church of St James and nearby the Shropshire Union Canal passes through, while the large Christleton Pond is noted for its abundance of ducks and swans. The village has an active local community with a good range of local services including a general store, public house, cricket club and well regarded primary and secondary schools. There are also a number of private schools within easy driving distance including the King's School, Queen's School and Abbeygate College. Easy access is available to neighbouring centres of employment via the M53 which leads to the motorway network and also the Chester Southerly By-Pass which leads to North Wales.
THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES:
ENTRANCE HALL

Composite entrance door with decorative double glazed leaded insert, laminate wood effect strip flooring with recessed mat well, double radiator with thermostat, two wall light points, UPVC double glazed window to rear, and spindled staircase to the first floor. Part-glazed doors to the living room and dining kitchen.
LIVING ROOM

Chimney breast with brick-lined fireplace, reclaimed York stone hearth and oak wooden mantel housing a cast-iron Esse log burner, feature stone mullion window with four double glazed windows overlooking the front, coved ceiling, ceiling light point with dimmer switch control, double radiator, contemporary tall radiator, and TV aerial point. part-glazed door to the dining kitchen.
Dimensions
Metric: 5.486m x 3.793m
Imperial: 17’11” x 12’5″
DINING KITCHEN

Fitted with a comprehensive range of base and wall level units incorporating drawers and cupboards with oak worktops and upstands. Belfast style sink unit with chrome mixer tap and drainer grooved into the worktop. Wall tiling to work surface areas with concealed under-cupboard lighting. Fitted four-ring gas hob with extractor above and built-in electric fan assisted oven and grill. Integrated dishwasher, space for American style fridge/freezer, coved ceiling, recessed LED ceiling spotlights, two double radiators, laminate wood effect strip flooring, ample space for dining table and chairs with two pendant light points above, AND UPVC double glazed window.
Dimensions
Metric: 5.51m max x 4.24m
Imperial: 18’1″ max x 13’11”
UTILITY CUPBOARD
Useful built-in understairs storage cupboard with light point, fitted shelving, worktop and plumbing and space for washing machine beneath.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING
Double glazed Velux roof light with remote controlled fitted blind, ceiling light point, smoke alarm, and access to loft space. Doors to bedroom one, bedroom two, bedroom three, bathroom, separate WC and boiler cupboard.
BEDROOM ONE

Two UPVC double glazed windows overlooking the front, single radiator, ceiling light point, and three fitted double wardrobes to the length of one wall with hanging space, shelving and lighting.
Dimensions
Metric: 5.001m into wardrobe x 2.694m
Imperial: 16’4″ into wardrobe x 8’10”
BEDROOM TWO

Double glazed Velux roof light with fitted blind, ceiling light point, and single radiator.
Dimensions
Metric: 3.125m x 2.348m
Imperial: 10’3″ x 7’8″
BEDROOM THREE

UPVC double glazed window, ceiling light point, and single radiator.
Dimensions
Metric: 3.050m x 2.138m
Imperial: 10’0″ x 7’0″
SHOWER ROOM

Modern white suite with chrome style fittings comprising: tiled shower enclosure with Mira shower, extendable shower attachment, canopy style rain shower head, glazed shower screen and glazed door; pedestal wash hand basin; and low level dual-flush WC. Fully tiled walls, electric shaver point, illuminated wall mirror, recessed LED ceiling spotlights, double glazed Velux roof light with fitted blind, vinyl wood effect flooring, and column style radiator with chrome towel rail.
Dimensions
Metric: 2.108m x 1.889m
Imperial: 6’10” x 6’2″
SEPARATE WC

Low level WC and wall mounted wash hand basin with splashback. Single radiator, vinyl wood effect flooring, double glazed Velux roof light with fitted blind, and wall unit with fitted mirror, cupboard and pelmet with two downlights.
Dimensions
Metric: 1.60m x 1.02m
Imperial: 5’3″ x 3’4″
BOILER CUPBOARD
Light point, hanging for cloaks, and a Viesmann gas fired central heating boiler.
OUTSIDE

The property forms part of a converted school house. To the front there is a neatly laid lawned garden with shrubbery being enclosed by wooden picket fencing and hedging, Outside lantern style light. A gated pathway with wooden archway and wisteria leads to the entrance door. There is also a block paved courtyard area at the side with outside water tap, log store, external power point, electric meter and gas meter cupboards. To the rear there is a wide carport and an additional garden area to the side of the carport with a raised bed.
CARPORT

HISTORICAL PHOTO

A photo taken when Smithy Court was being used as a school.
DIRECTIONS
From Chester City centre proceed through Boughton and at Bill Smith's motorcycle showroom turn right and immediately left onto the Christleton Road. At the new 'hamburger' roundabout proceed straight across onto the A41 Whitchurch Road. Then take the second turning left and continue over the 'hump back' canal bridge and along Pepper Street. At the crossroads in the centre of the village, turn right passing the Ring 'O Bells pub. Follow the road through the village and at the cross roads turn right into Quarry Lane. Smithy Court will the be observed on the left hand side.
TENURE
* Tenure - We are advised that the owner has recently acquired the Freehold.
COUNCIL TAX
* Council Tax Band D - Cheshire West and Chester County Council.
AGENT'S NOTES
* Services - mains gas, electricity, water and drainage are connected.
* The property is on a water meter.
* There is a smart meter for the gas and electric provided by British Gas.
* The property is located in a Conservation Area.
* The windows in the living room, kitchen, hall, bedroom one and bedroom three have recently been installed.
ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS
Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation before we can confirm the sale in writing. There is an administration charge of £30.00 per person payable by buyers and sellers, as we must electronically verify the identity of all in order to satisfy Government requirements regarding customer due diligence. We would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
MATERIAL INFORMATION REPORT
The Material Information Report for this property can be viewed on the Rightmove listing. Alternatively, a copy can be requested from our office which will be sent via email.
EXTRA SERVICES
Mortgage referrals, conveyancing referral and surveying referrals will be offered by Cavendish Estate Agents. If a buyer or seller should proceed with any of these services then a commission fee will be paid to Cavendish Estate Agents Ltd upon completion.
PRIORITY INVESTOR CLUB
If you are considering purchasing this property as a buy to let investment, our award winning lettings and property management department offer a preferential rate to anyone who purchases a property through Cavendish and lets with Cavendish. For more information contact Lettings Manager, David Adams on 01244 401440 or david.adams@cavendishrentals.co.uk
VIEWING
By appointment through the Agents Chester Office 01244 404040
FLOOR PLANS - included for identification purposes only, not to scale.
PS/PMW
LOCATION

The pretty village of Christleton is ideally situated close to the historic city of Chester, (approximately two and a half miles to Chester city centre). To its centre is the beautiful church of St James and nearby the Shropshire Union Canal passes through, while the large Christleton Pond is noted for its abundance of ducks and swans. The village has an active local community with a good range of local services including a general store, public house, cricket club and well regarded primary and secondary schools. There are also a number of private schools within easy driving distance including the King's School, Queen's School and Abbeygate College. Easy access is available to neighbouring centres of employment via the M53 which leads to the motorway network and also the Chester Southerly By-Pass which leads to North Wales.
THE ACCOMMODATION COMPRISES:

ENTRANCE HALL

Composite entrance door with decorative double glazed leaded insert, laminate wood effect strip flooring with recessed mat well, double radiator with thermostat, two wall light points, UPVC double glazed window to rear, and spindled staircase to the first floor. Part-glazed doors to the living room and dining kitchen.
LIVING ROOM

Chimney breast with brick-lined fireplace, reclaimed York stone hearth and oak wooden mantel housing a cast-iron Esse log burner, feature stone mullion window with four double glazed windows overlooking the front, coved ceiling, ceiling light point with dimmer switch control, double radiator, contemporary tall radiator, and TV aerial point. part-glazed door to the dining kitchen.
Dimensions
Metric: 5.486m x 3.793m
Imperial: 17’11” x 12’5″
DINING KITCHEN

Fitted with a comprehensive range of base and wall level units incorporating drawers and cupboards with oak worktops and upstands. Belfast style sink unit with chrome mixer tap and drainer grooved into the worktop. Wall tiling to work surface areas with concealed under-cupboard lighting. Fitted four-ring gas hob with extractor above and built-in electric fan assisted oven and grill. Integrated dishwasher, space for American style fridge/freezer, coved ceiling, recessed LED ceiling spotlights, two double radiators, laminate wood effect strip flooring, ample space for dining table and chairs with two pendant light points above, AND UPVC double glazed window.
Dimensions
Metric: 5.51m max x 4.24m
Imperial: 18’1″ max x 13’11”
UTILITY CUPBOARD

Useful built-in understairs storage cupboard with light point, fitted shelving, worktop and plumbing and space for washing machine beneath.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING

Double glazed Velux roof light with remote controlled fitted blind, ceiling light point, smoke alarm, and access to loft space. Doors to bedroom one, bedroom two, bedroom three, bathroom, separate WC and boiler cupboard.
BEDROOM ONE

Two UPVC double glazed windows overlooking the front, single radiator, ceiling light point, and three fitted double wardrobes to the length of one wall with hanging space, shelving and lighting.
Dimensions
Metric: 5.001m into wardrobe x 2.694m
Imperial: 16’4″ into wardrobe x 8’10”
BEDROOM TWO

Double glazed Velux roof light with fitted blind, ceiling light point, and single radiator.
Dimensions
Metric: 3.125m x 2.348m
Imperial: 10’3″ x 7’8″
BEDROOM THREE

UPVC double glazed window, ceiling light point, and single radiator.
Dimensions
Metric: 3.050m x 2.138m
Imperial: 10’0″ x 7’0″
SHOWER ROOM

Modern white suite with chrome style fittings comprising: tiled shower enclosure with Mira shower, extendable shower attachment, canopy style rain shower head, glazed shower screen and glazed door; pedestal wash hand basin; and low level dual-flush WC. Fully tiled walls, electric shaver point, illuminated wall mirror, recessed LED ceiling spotlights, double glazed Velux roof light with fitted blind, vinyl wood effect flooring, and column style radiator with chrome towel rail.
Dimensions
Metric: 2.108m x 1.889m
Imperial: 6’10” x 6’2″
SEPARATE WC

Low level WC and wall mounted wash hand basin with splashback. Single radiator, vinyl wood effect flooring, double glazed Velux roof light with fitted blind, and wall unit with fitted mirror, cupboard and pelmet with two downlights.
Dimensions
Metric: 1.60m x 1.02m
Imperial: 5’3″ x 3’4″
BOILER CUPBOARD

Light point, hanging for cloaks, and a Viesmann gas fired central heating boiler.
OUTSIDE

The property forms part of a converted school house. To the front there is a neatly laid lawned garden with shrubbery being enclosed by wooden picket fencing and hedging, Outside lantern style light. A gated pathway with wooden archway and wisteria leads to the entrance door. There is also a block paved courtyard area at the side with outside water tap, log store, external power point, electric meter and gas meter cupboards. To the rear there is a wide carport and an additional garden area to the side of the carport with a raised bed.
CARPORT

HISTORICAL PHOTO

A photo taken when Smithy Court was being used as a school.
DIRECTIONS

From Chester City centre proceed through Boughton and at Bill Smith's motorcycle showroom turn right and immediately left onto the Christleton Road. At the new 'hamburger' roundabout proceed straight across onto the A41 Whitchurch Road. Then take the second turning left and continue over the 'hump back' canal bridge and along Pepper Street. At the crossroads in the centre of the village, turn right passing the Ring 'O Bells pub. Follow the road through the village and at the cross roads turn right into Quarry Lane. Smithy Court will the be observed on the left hand side.
TENURE

* Tenure - We are advised that the owner has recently acquired the Freehold.
COUNCIL TAX

* Council Tax Band D - Cheshire West and Chester County Council.
AGENT'S NOTES

* Services - mains gas, electricity, water and drainage are connected.
* The property is on a water meter.
* There is a smart meter for the gas and electric provided by British Gas.
* The property is located in a Conservation Area.
* The windows in the living room, kitchen, hall, bedroom one and bedroom three have recently been installed.
ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS

Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation before we can confirm the sale in writing. There is an administration charge of £30.00 per person payable by buyers and sellers, as we must electronically verify the identity of all in order to satisfy Government requirements regarding customer due diligence. We would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
MATERIAL INFORMATION REPORT

The Material Information Report for this property can be viewed on the Rightmove listing. Alternatively, a copy can be requested from our office which will be sent via email.
EXTRA SERVICES

Mortgage referrals, conveyancing referral and surveying referrals will be offered by Cavendish Estate Agents. If a buyer or seller should proceed with any of these services then a commission fee will be paid to Cavendish Estate Agents Ltd upon completion.
PRIORITY INVESTOR CLUB

If you are considering purchasing this property as a buy to let investment, our award winning lettings and property management department offer a preferential rate to anyone who purchases a property through Cavendish and lets with Cavendish. For more information contact Lettings Manager, David Adams on 01244 401440 or david.adams@cavendishrentals.co.uk
VIEWING

By appointment through the Agents Chester Office 01244 404040
FLOOR PLANS - included for identification purposes only, not to scale.
PS/PMW























