'The Manse', Knowhead Muff, F93 P3K7

FOR SALE

THE MANSE

KNOWHEAD, MUFF, F93 P3K7

ACCESSED BY A SWEEPING TREE-LINED DRIVEWAY, THIS UNIQUE PERIOD PROPERTY DATES BACK TO CIRCA 1865 AND RETAINS MANY OF THE FINE ARCHITECTURAL DETAILS ASSOCIATED WITH A BUILD OF THIS ERA

SET ON JUST UNDER 2 ACRES, THIS SPACIOUS COUNTRY RESIDENCE, WITH ITS STRIKING FAÇADE, 4 BEDROOMS AND 4 RECEPTION ROOMS, OOZES CHARM AND CHARACTER AND IS NESTLED INTO THIS QUIET, PEACEFUL, RURAL LOCATION ON THE OUTSKIRTS OF MUFF, YET ONLY 5 MILES FROM DERRY CITY

THE MANSE:

This impressive, welcoming and practical family home is a fine representation of its time, enhanced by high ceilings, sash windows, fireplaces, coving, picture rails, original doors and some with ceramic finger plates and key covers.

The property has been extended several times over the years with the most recent addition being a modern sunroom to the south-east elevation.

The property is approached by the sweeping avenue which leads to an ample parking area to the front and a courtyard to the rear with a useful 2 storey barn which was formerly the stable.

The property is set on a generous acre site with its mature flower beds to the front being an established feature. A further garden to the rear sweeps down to a glen which is a tranquil haven for wildlife.

ACCOMMODATION (All measurements are approximate and to the widest point)

VESTIBULE: Ornate tiled floor, glass panelled door to:

HALLWAY: Carpeted, coving, 1 radiator, under stairs storage, power points, door to:

DINING  ROOM:  18ft 11” x 14ft 3”

Carpeted, ornate fireplace, bay window, 1 window (both with wooden shutters), coving, picture rail, 1 radiator, 1 fan assisted radiator, power points

DRAWING ROOM:  23ft 10” x 14ft 3” (to widest point)

Carpeted, fireplace, bay window, 1 window (both with wooden shutters), coving, picture rail, 1 radiator, 1 fan assisted radiator, power points

KITCHEN (dining area):  12ft x 11ft 10”

Tiled floor, part tiled walls, oil fired AGA range (with 2 hotplates, 2 ovens and storage cupboard), 2 windows, 1 radiator, power points, steps up to:

KITCHEN (cooking area):  12ft 9” x 8ft 1”

Tiled floor, range of eye level and base units with worktop space over, stainless steel sink unit, range with gas hob and electric oven with extractor fan over, space for undercounter fridge, plumbed for dishwasher, 1 window, power points, door to rear

PANTRY: 13ft x 4ft 4”

Tiled floor, extensive cupboard space with shelving, 1 window

SNUG:  14ft 7” x 9ft 7”

Carpeted, fireplace with stove, 1 window, 1 radiator, power points, glass panelled door to:

SUN ROOM:  24ft 10” x 14ft

Tiled floor, vaulted pine panelled ceiling, patio doors to side garden, power points

LANDING: Carpeted stairs and landing, 2 windows (1 with part stained glass), 1 radiator, power point

BEDROOM 1:  14ft 3” x 11ft 5”

Carpeted, 3 round-headed windows, 1 radiator, picture rail, power points

BEDROOM 2:  14ft 3” x 11ft 5”

Carpeted, 3 round-headed windows, 1 radiator, picture rail, power points

BEDROOM 3: 14ft x 7ft 11”

Carpeted, 1 window, 1 radiator, picture rail, power points

BEDROOM 4:  14ft x 7ft 11”

Carpeted, 2 windows, 1 radiator, picture rail, power points

STUDY:  6ft 8” x 6ft 4”

Carpeted, 1 window, power points

FAMILY BATHROOM:  12ft 5” x 7ft 9”

Solid wooden flooring, WC, wash hand basin, roll top bath set on claw feet with mixer tap, 1 window, hotpress, 1 radiator, wall mounted lights, roof space access

SHOWER ROOM:  8ft 6” x 6ft 3”

Vinyl floor, tiled shower cubicle with electric shower unit, wash hand basin, built-in storage cupboards, 1 window with Venetian blind                      

WC:  3ft 9” x 3ft 1”

Vinyl floor, WC, 1 window

OUTSIDE

Rear courtyard offers pedestrian access to a 2 storey barn / carriage house  with double doors to side, lean-tos at rear of barn for storage, shed and roofed gazebo, gardens to front walkways and range of mature trees, shrubs and bushes, generous lawn to rear with hard core area, outside lights and tap

FEATURES:

• Extremely well maintained detached period property, formerly a Presbyterian Manse Built in the mid nineteenth century and retains much of its original character
• High ceilings, fireplaces, original doors, timber sliding sash windows, round-headed windows amongst others
• A spacious family home having 4 reception rooms and 4 bedrooms

Important notice to purchasers:  We have not tested any systems or appliances at this property. Alexander Gourley Ltd, for themselves & for the vendors, whose agents they are, give notice that:-  (1)  The particulars are set out as a general outline for the guidance of intending purchasers and do not constitute part of an offer or contract, (2) All descriptions, dimensions, references to conditions & necessary permissions for use and occupation, & other details, are given in good faith & are believed to be correct, but any intending purchasers or tenants should not rely on them as statements or representations of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspections or otherwise as to their correctness, (3) No person in the  employment of  Alexander Gourley Ltd has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to this property

• Oil fired central heating and AGA oil fired range
• Mature site extending to ‘1 acre 3 roods, 648 sq yards'
• Set back from the road, approached by a tree-lined avenue situated west/south west of Muff Village, approx. 5 miles from Derry City