Property history of Florida, Mereside, Hornsea HU18 1BQ, 15th Jul 2009
Previously listed for sale on
15th Jul 2009
£625,000
- 5 bedroom property
Property features
- Five Bedroomed
- Former Farmhouse
- Tucked - Away Location
- Large Private Plot
- Over 1/2 An Acre
- Gas C/h & Upvc D/g
- 25Ft Conservatory
- 2 En-suites
Property description
This impressive 5 bed detached former farmhouse enjoys a delightful tucked-away location & stands in a large private plot which extends to over 1/2 an acre & runs down to the edge of Hornsea Mere. Enjoying some outstanding views over the Mere this is a property which simply must be viewed. Presented to a high standard, the accom has gas C/H, UPVC D/G & a B/alarm: Portico, 23ft reception room & lounge, fitted study, dining room, 25ft conservatory with a lovely outlook, breakfast kitchen, rear hall & cloaks/wc. Stairs to a master bed with en-suite, guest bed with en-suite, 3 further beds & house bathroom/wc. Large parking court, extensive patio areas, & a very well secluded garden which features a 'Roman Temple', koi carp pond & a 'tropical garden area' with a sun deck & gazebo.
This property enjoys a delightful tucked-away location set at the head of an extensive, mature garden plot which extends to over ½ an acre and runs down to the edge of Hornsea Mere. Located within the conservation area of the town, the property enjoys almost complete privacy and seclusion with some outstanding views to the Mere, yet is only just a short walk into the main town centre.
Hornsea itself is a small East Yorkshire coastal town with a resident population of over 8, census). The town offers a wide range of amenities, including schooling facilities for all ages, a very well regarded 18 hole golf course, and is perhaps best well known for Hornsea Mere which is Yorkshire's largest freshwater lake, extending to over 300 acres and offering sailing and fishing facilities as well as providing an important bird sanctuary. The town lies within 18 miles drive of the city of Hull, 13 miles of the market town of Beverley and 15 miles from the well known holiday resort of Bridlington.
The accommodation has mains gas central heating via hot water radiators, UPVC double glazing, a burglar alarm, TV points to most rooms, external security lighting and is arranged on two floors as follows:
With solid mahogany pillars, external light and double doors opening into:
Reception room and lounge 7.01m(23'0'') x 4.78m(15'8'')
part subdivided into two areas by solid mahogany pillars. The lounge features an impressive marble fireplace with ornate pillars and a carved overmantle, and the fireplace also includes a granite hearth and an automatic gas living flame effect dog grate. The room incorporates ornate ceiling cornices, two centre roses, downlighting, double doors leading into the study and one central heating radiator complete with an ornamental cover.
Study 4.39m(14'5'') x 4.75m(15'7'')
with a deep oriel bay window overlooking the rear garden enjoying views down to the Mere. The room features an ornamental fireplace with a panelled surround and there are matching built in break front display cabinets on either side. The room also has a deep ceiling cornice, centre rose, two picture lights and one central heating radiator.
Dining room 4.22m(13'10'') x 4.06m(13'4'')
widening to 15ft 3ins in the bay window which overlooks the main patio and garden beyond. There is an ornamental cast iron fireplace with a tiled inset and slate hearth, ornate ceiling cornice and centre rose, two picture lights and one central heating radiator complete with cover.
Leads from the dining room into the conservatory, has double doors leading out onto the patio and one central heating radiator.
11ft 8ins widening to 14ft 2ins x 25ft (measured to the glass) with double French doors leading out onto the patio and a lovely outlook over the main garden and Mere beyond. The conservatory has a pitched glass roof, ceramic tile flooring, three chandelier light fittings and two central heating radiators.
Utility room 2.24m(7'4'') x 2.82m(9'3'')
with fitted base cupboard, worksurface, stainless steel sink, tiled splashback, plumbing for an automatic washer, tiled floor and one central heating radiator.
Breakfast kitchen 4.19m(13'9'') average x 3.78m(12'5'')
with a feature vaulted ceiling including exposed roof beams and natural cobble work to the upper gable. The kitchen is fitted with a good range of matching oak fronted units which incorporate solid wooden worksurfaces with a Belfast style ceramic sink and tiled splashback. There is a Rangemaster Ellan gas and electric six ring cooker with extractor hood over, an integrated dishwasher, fridge and freezer. The units include two display cabinets with concealed lighting, there are spotlights to illuminate the cobble work, terracotta tiled flooring, double French doors leading out onto the morning patio, a Worcester gas condensing boiler and one central heating radiator.
Rear entrance hall 2.87m(9'5'') x 2.24m(7'4'')
with ceramic tile flooring, ceiling cornice, rear entrance door and one central heating radiator.
Cloaks / W.C.
With a white suite comprising a low level w.C. And pedestal wash hand basin, half height tiling to the walls, tiled flooring and one central heating radiator.
With built in wardrobe cupboard, access hatch to the roof space, two picture lights and one central heating radiator.
Master bedroom 1 3.66m(12'0'') x 4.78m(15'8'')
with an exceptional view over the garden and Hornsea Mere, fitted wardrobes with top storage cupboards, doorway leading through to the en-suite, and one central heating radiator.
With a white suite comprising a corner shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin and low level w.C., tiling to the majority of the walls, and one central heating radiator.
Guest bedroom 2 4.06m(13'4'') x 4.22m(13'10'') overall
with a built in wardrobe cupboard, view over the patio, doorway to the en-suite and one central heating radiator.
With a white suite comprising a vanity unit with wash hand basin, cupboards, concealed cistern to a low level w.C., corner shower cubicle, tiling to the majority of the walls and one central heating radiator.
Bedroom 3 2.36m(7'9'') x 3.20m(10'6'')
with a pleasant view of the church, downlighting to the ceiling and one central heating radiator.
Bedroom 4 3.84m(12'7'') x 2.29m(7'6'') average
with windows on either side and one central heating radiator.
Bedroom 5 2.87m(9'5'') wardrobe x 2.03m(6'8'')
with another lovely outlook over the garden and Mere, deep built in wardrobe cupboard, downlighting to the ceiling and one central heating radiator.
House bathroom 2.26m(7'5'') x 1.65m(5'5'')
with a white suite comprising a panelled bath with mixer taps and handshower as well as an electric instant heated shower above, pedestal wash hand basin, low level w.C., tiling to the majority of the walls, downlighting and one central heating radiator.
The house is approached through double wrought iron entrance gates with a private driveway leading through to a large parking court with room to turn and park several vehicles. Planning permission has been granted for the erection of a double garage in the north western corner of the property.
Extensive paved patio areas adjoin the southern and western sides of the house and these are well secluded by the house and a mature treed screen running along the western boundary of the property. The patio includes an ornamental pond, rockery garden and steps leading down to a large lawn which is again well screened by mature trees and shrubs along its side boundaries. There is a 'roman temple' positioned at the end of the lawn and beyond this is a large koi carp pond with a 'florida warf' and sun deck adjoining the side of the Mere and offering extensive views over the Mere. Surrounding the pond is a tropical garden area with a thatched timber gazebo which overlooks the pond. Finally there is a useful nizzen style store which is nearly 33ft long and has power and light laid on.
The tenure of this property is understood to be freehold (confirmation to be provided by the vendors solicitors and / or via the Home Information Pack) and vacant possession will be given upon completion at a date to be agreed.
Viewing Strictly by appointment through the Sole Agent's Hornsea Office on
The mention of any appliances and/or services within these sales particulars does not imply they are in full and efficient working order.
We endeavour to make our sale details accurate and reliable, but if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the information. Do so, particularly if contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
None of the statements contained in these particulars are to be relied upon as statement or representation of fact.
These sales particulars are based on an inspection made at the time of instruction and are intended to give a general description of the property at the time.
Location
This property enjoys a delightful tucked-away location set at the head of an extensive, mature garden plot which extends to over ½ an acre and runs down to the edge of Hornsea Mere. Located within the conservation area of the town, the property enjoys almost complete privacy and seclusion with some outstanding views to the Mere, yet is only just a short walk into the main town centre.
Hornsea itself is a small East Yorkshire coastal town with a resident population of over 8, census). The town offers a wide range of amenities, including schooling facilities for all ages, a very well regarded 18 hole golf course, and is perhaps best well known for Hornsea Mere which is Yorkshire's largest freshwater lake, extending to over 300 acres and offering sailing and fishing facilities as well as providing an important bird sanctuary. The town lies within 18 miles drive of the city of Hull, 13 miles of the market town of Beverley and 15 miles from the well known holiday resort of Bridlington.
Accommodation
The accommodation has mains gas central heating via hot water radiators, UPVC double glazing, a burglar alarm, TV points to most rooms, external security lighting and is arranged on two floors as follows:
Entrance portico
With solid mahogany pillars, external light and double doors opening into:
Reception room and lounge 7.01m(23'0'') x 4.78m(15'8'')
part subdivided into two areas by solid mahogany pillars. The lounge features an impressive marble fireplace with ornate pillars and a carved overmantle, and the fireplace also includes a granite hearth and an automatic gas living flame effect dog grate. The room incorporates ornate ceiling cornices, two centre roses, downlighting, double doors leading into the study and one central heating radiator complete with an ornamental cover.
Study 4.39m(14'5'') x 4.75m(15'7'')
with a deep oriel bay window overlooking the rear garden enjoying views down to the Mere. The room features an ornamental fireplace with a panelled surround and there are matching built in break front display cabinets on either side. The room also has a deep ceiling cornice, centre rose, two picture lights and one central heating radiator.
Dining room 4.22m(13'10'') x 4.06m(13'4'')
widening to 15ft 3ins in the bay window which overlooks the main patio and garden beyond. There is an ornamental cast iron fireplace with a tiled inset and slate hearth, ornate ceiling cornice and centre rose, two picture lights and one central heating radiator complete with cover.
A rear lobby
Leads from the dining room into the conservatory, has double doors leading out onto the patio and one central heating radiator.
Conservatory
11ft 8ins widening to 14ft 2ins x 25ft (measured to the glass) with double French doors leading out onto the patio and a lovely outlook over the main garden and Mere beyond. The conservatory has a pitched glass roof, ceramic tile flooring, three chandelier light fittings and two central heating radiators.
Utility room 2.24m(7'4'') x 2.82m(9'3'')
with fitted base cupboard, worksurface, stainless steel sink, tiled splashback, plumbing for an automatic washer, tiled floor and one central heating radiator.
Breakfast kitchen 4.19m(13'9'') average x 3.78m(12'5'')
with a feature vaulted ceiling including exposed roof beams and natural cobble work to the upper gable. The kitchen is fitted with a good range of matching oak fronted units which incorporate solid wooden worksurfaces with a Belfast style ceramic sink and tiled splashback. There is a Rangemaster Ellan gas and electric six ring cooker with extractor hood over, an integrated dishwasher, fridge and freezer. The units include two display cabinets with concealed lighting, there are spotlights to illuminate the cobble work, terracotta tiled flooring, double French doors leading out onto the morning patio, a Worcester gas condensing boiler and one central heating radiator.
Rear entrance hall 2.87m(9'5'') x 2.24m(7'4'')
with ceramic tile flooring, ceiling cornice, rear entrance door and one central heating radiator.
Cloaks / W.C.
With a white suite comprising a low level w.C. And pedestal wash hand basin, half height tiling to the walls, tiled flooring and one central heating radiator.
Landing areas
With built in wardrobe cupboard, access hatch to the roof space, two picture lights and one central heating radiator.
Master bedroom 1 3.66m(12'0'') x 4.78m(15'8'')
with an exceptional view over the garden and Hornsea Mere, fitted wardrobes with top storage cupboards, doorway leading through to the en-suite, and one central heating radiator.
En-suite shower room
With a white suite comprising a corner shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin and low level w.C., tiling to the majority of the walls, and one central heating radiator.
Guest bedroom 2 4.06m(13'4'') x 4.22m(13'10'') overall
with a built in wardrobe cupboard, view over the patio, doorway to the en-suite and one central heating radiator.
En-suite shower room
With a white suite comprising a vanity unit with wash hand basin, cupboards, concealed cistern to a low level w.C., corner shower cubicle, tiling to the majority of the walls and one central heating radiator.
Bedroom 3 2.36m(7'9'') x 3.20m(10'6'')
with a pleasant view of the church, downlighting to the ceiling and one central heating radiator.
Bedroom 4 3.84m(12'7'') x 2.29m(7'6'') average
with windows on either side and one central heating radiator.
Bedroom 5 2.87m(9'5'') wardrobe x 2.03m(6'8'')
with another lovely outlook over the garden and Mere, deep built in wardrobe cupboard, downlighting to the ceiling and one central heating radiator.
House bathroom 2.26m(7'5'') x 1.65m(5'5'')
with a white suite comprising a panelled bath with mixer taps and handshower as well as an electric instant heated shower above, pedestal wash hand basin, low level w.C., tiling to the majority of the walls, downlighting and one central heating radiator.
Outside
The house is approached through double wrought iron entrance gates with a private driveway leading through to a large parking court with room to turn and park several vehicles. Planning permission has been granted for the erection of a double garage in the north western corner of the property.
Extensive paved patio areas adjoin the southern and western sides of the house and these are well secluded by the house and a mature treed screen running along the western boundary of the property. The patio includes an ornamental pond, rockery garden and steps leading down to a large lawn which is again well screened by mature trees and shrubs along its side boundaries. There is a 'roman temple' positioned at the end of the lawn and beyond this is a large koi carp pond with a 'florida warf' and sun deck adjoining the side of the Mere and offering extensive views over the Mere. Surrounding the pond is a tropical garden area with a thatched timber gazebo which overlooks the pond. Finally there is a useful nizzen style store which is nearly 33ft long and has power and light laid on.
Tenure
The tenure of this property is understood to be freehold (confirmation to be provided by the vendors solicitors and / or via the Home Information Pack) and vacant possession will be given upon completion at a date to be agreed.
Viewing Strictly by appointment through the Sole Agent's Hornsea Office on
The mention of any appliances and/or services within these sales particulars does not imply they are in full and efficient working order.
All measurements are approximate and for guidance only
We endeavour to make our sale details accurate and reliable, but if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the information. Do so, particularly if contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
None of the statements contained in these particulars are to be relied upon as statement or representation of fact.
These sales particulars are based on an inspection made at the time of instruction and are intended to give a general description of the property at the time.