For Sale4 Bedroom Character Property in The Old Granary, Forest Farm, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, Nottingham, NG17£650,000

An exciting opportunity to acquire a charming character property situated in a rural position on the outskirts of the northwest Nottinghamshire market town of Kirkby-in-Ashfield, just a stones throw from Ravenshead and the highly-regarded Newstead Abbey Park. THE OLD GRANARY Converted in 1993 into a beautiful residential home from its former agricultural past, The Old Granary comes to the market for the first time in over 25 years and offers prospective purchasers a stunning home standing within beautifully maintained grounds. Enjoying substantial accommodation arranged over 3 floors, the property boasts a wealth of original character features that have been complimented by more modern additions over recent years to create a home which offers rural living but ideal for modern day family occupation. In addition to its approximately one third of an acre formal gardens, The Old Granary benefits from a further circa 2.6 acres of paddock land with associated outbuildings and nearby bridleways - ideal for equestrian use right on your doorstep. THE ACCOMMODATION The Old Granary offers approximately 3723sq.ft of accommodation in all, with approximately 2784sq.ft to the main house. Upon entering the property, you are immediately greeted by a spacious entrance hall with a beautiful oak staircase winding up to the galleried landing. Much of the principal ground floor accommodation leads off this hall which, in brief, comprises of; sitting room with wood burner and feature exposed brick surround, dining area leading off both the sitting room and kitchen, garden room with double French doors leading out onto the rear patio, conservatory which wraps around the front and side of the home, breakfast kitchen with a central island and both oil fired AGA and conventional ovens, fully fitted utility room and a separate WC. To the first floor, and leading off the generous galleried landing, you’ll find the principal bedroom with a dressing area and en-suite shower room, a further double bedroom with en-suite and a family bathroom. To the second floor, a central bathroom services two additional double bedrooms which both enjoy beautiful views over open countryside. GARDENS & GROUNDS The main house enjoys beautifully established gardens to front and rear which extend to approximately one third of an acre in all. The front of the property benefits from a gated entrance with free-standing parking for a number of vehicles, access to the detached double garage, a lawned area, stocked borders and several patios to sit out and enjoy. The rear of this home offers a fantastic space for families to enjoy in privacy, with a further substantial lawn, summer house, vegetable patch with greenhouse and a generous patio spanning the width of the home. ADDITIONAL LAND The Old Granary presents a fantastic opportunity for those seeking nearby land, with adjoining paddocks and associated outbuildings offering an ideal arrangement for equestrian use. Extending to approximately 2.66 acres of enclosed land, the present owners currently keep a variety of animals on site, with a tack room, several field shelters, hay store, chicken coop and a substantial pond. LOCATION The Old Granary, situated in a rural position on the outskirts of Kirkby-in-Ashfield, can be found on the edge of the Erewash Valley approximately 13 miles north west of Nottingham City Centre. Surrounding areas are now predominantly residential and cater to families with two large secondary schools and an abundance of local amenities. Kirkby-in- Ashfield is a highly accessible area close to a number of major transport links a services – M1 motorway (3.5 miles), Mansfield Road A60 (2 miles) and Kirkby-in-Ashfield Railway Station (1.5 miles) are all within easy reach. Similarly, the popular village of Ravenshead benefits from a number of local conveniences and major arterial transport links, of note, a stop servicing the Nottingham High School private bus. DISTANCES Nottingham City Centre 13 miles Kirkby-in-Ashfield Railway Station 1.5 miles Kings Mill Hospital 3 miles M1 Motorway J27 3.5 miles Mansfield Road A60 2 miles TENURE Freehold. SERVICES Mains electricity and water are understood to be connected. Drainage is provided via a septic tank with oil fired central heating. VIEWINGS Strictly by appointment with Fine & Country Nottingham. Contact Pavlo Jurkiw for more information.