4 Bed Detached House For Sale

A remarkable 4-bedroom detached house located in the picturesque village of Northop. Steeped in history, this property dates to 1670, and boasts a wealth of original features- a truly stunning property.

Description - THE COMPASS IS A DETACHED HOUSE POSITIONED ON A SIZEABLE PLOT. THE PROPERTY DATES TO 1670, AND BOASTS A WEALTH OF ORIGINAL FEATURES, INCLUDING BEAUTIFUL STAINED-GLASS WINDOWS, EXPOSED BEAMS AND TIMBERS, AND IMPRESSIVE STONEWORK - ALL OF WHICH MAKE FOR A TRULY STRIKING HOME.

As you enter the property, you're greeted with a spacious and inviting reception hall with an Oak staircase up to a galleried landing with delightful stained-glass windows. There is a dining room with feature original stone walls and a fireplace with a cast iron coal stove. Off the dining room is a large and light living room with feature beams. The open plan kitchen/ breakfast room/ snug is a fantastic family living/ entertaining space featuring a bespoke handmade kitchen with gas Aga. The snug has a feature brick fireplace with wood burning stove and patio doors leading to the rear garden.

Upstairs, the property has four double bedrooms. The principal bedroom enjoys an en suite bathroom and a dressing area. The second bedroom is currently utilised as a home office with a separate staircase and is generously sized. In addition, there is a library/study area with a faux book secret door, and a family bathroom. This unique property is extremely versatile and can accommodate the requirements of a variety of family structures with the L shape configuration, home office, integral double garage, and potential for conversion to create a separate annex (subject to any necessary planning permission.)

External - Externally the property has its own tranquil stream that runs through the whole garden, with a pretty bridge, offering a wonderful oasis of calm and serenity. There is a front lawned garden with green house, gravel entrance driveway leading to a large brick paved courtyard providing plentiful parking and outside security lights. There is also the benefit of an integral double garage with power. The rear garden has many matures trees and shrubs, a timber-built storage shed and patio area for outdoor dining.

A viewing is highly recommended to appreciate this truly one-of-a-kind property in all of its glory.

Situation - The Compass is conveniently located in the heart of the idyllic small village of Northop, within walking distance to the High Street and all the local amenities including pubs, local shop, post office, church, and Primary School. The well-known Northop Country Park golf course is also very close by. Northop is nestled within the picturesque countryside but close to the A55 for easy access to the North Wales coastline, Chester (12 miles), Cheshire, and motorway networks for commuting.