Kinnerton, Chester

Full Description

An exclusive development of five individual barn conversions set within a superb range of former Grosvenor Estate Farm Buildings.

Units available individually in partly converted condition for completion by purchaser or alternatively on a design and build basis.


SITUATION
The Gorstella is conveniently situated four miles South East of Chester and only about a mile from the popular residential village of Doddleston which boasts a village shop, school and pleasant village pub. Kinnerton which also provides a local shop and other amenities is only a mile away, while Broughton Retail Park is only a few minutes drive away.

Road communications in the area are excellent with the junction of the A55 Expressway and the A483 being about two miles away providing connections to the motorway network (M53/M56), Liverpool and Manchester. Manchester Airport is 38 miles and Liverpool Airport is 30 miles while mainline stations at Chester (5 miles) and Crewe (29 miles) are both readily accessible.

THE GORSTELLA
The Farm Buildings comprise an L-shaped range forming a central courtyard to the side of the farmhouse. The buildings are constructed in brick and tile and incorporate some nice architectural features. The design is typical of the work of John Douglas, who worked extensively for the Duke of Westminster in the late 1800's. The buildings are believed to date from 1885.

The principle range faces the courtyard and features the characteristic diamond patterns in blue brickwork while the elevation and roofline is softened by gables facing onto the yard. The buildings are blessed with plentiful door and window openings enabling a flexible internal floor layout with plenty of natural light.

PLANNING PERMISSION
Planning permission was granted on 14th March 2008 (application number 08/00146/FUL) for "Conversion of traditional farm outbuildings to 8 no. dwellings". The properties which are now available for sale individually comprise Units 1-5 within the L-shaped range forming the central courtyard.

A further detached building situated to the north of this range and referred to as Unit 6 is currently being developed and will be retained by the vendor.

DEVELOPMENT PLANS
The development works are being undertaken to fully provide the infrastructure for the site. This will include a new access onto the highway, the construction of an access road serving Units 2-6, provision of services to each plot and certain physical improvements to the buildings. The building works will include:

· Re-roofing
· Repairs to all external elevations
· Insertion of damp proof course
· Timber treatment
· Provision of gutters and downpipes together with associated drainage
· Installation of all external windows and doors
· Landscaping of all common areas

INDIVIDUAL UNITS
Units 1-5 are available individually. Each purchaser will then be able to complete the conversion to their own requirements on a self-build basis. Alternatively, the vendor would complete the work in accordance with an agreed specification.

The site layout plan included within these details shows the arrangement of the individual plots. It should be noted that access to Unit 1 is from the central courtyard, while access to Units 2-5 will be from the new road which will run round the back of the buildings.

The floor plans show the accommodation layout within the individual units.

Unit 1 - 255.8 m2 (2,750 ft2)
Entrance Hall, Living Room, Study, WC, Dining Room, open plan Kitchen, Dining Area and Living Area, four Bedrooms, two Bathrooms and garage.

Unit 2 - 279.9 m2 (3,000 ft2)
Entrance Hall, open floor Kitchen and Dining Area, Dining Room, Family Room, Living Room, WC, four Bedrooms, three Bathrooms, Shower Room and Garage.

Unit 3 - 263.3 m2 (2,830 ft2)
Dining Hall, Living Room, Family Room, open plan Kitchen and Dining Area, Utiliy, four Bedrooms, two Bathrooms.

Unit 4 - 184.8 m2 (1,980 ft2)
Entrance Hall, Dining Room/Snug, Living Room, open plpan Kitchen and Dining Area, WC, three Bedrooms, Bathroom, Shower Room and Garage.

Unit 5 - 181.2 m2 (1,945 ft 2)
Entance Hall, Kitchen/Dining Area, WC, Utility, Living/Dining Room, three Bedrooms, Shower Room. Bathroom and Garage.

PRICES
The indicative guide prices given assume that the works outlined under the head of 'Development Plans' above will be undertaken by the vendor. Any further works of conversion that the vendor may be required to undertake would be the subject of further negotiation.

SALE BOUNDARY
The plan included within the Sales Particulars shows the boundary of the property to be sold edged in red. Part of the central courtyard is to be retained with the farmhouse, subject to a right of way for the benefit of Unit 1. Access to Units 2 to 5 is by means of a new drive from Welsh Road which opens up the site to the rear. Rights of way will be reserved over this road for the benefit of The Gorstella Farmhouse, ancillary Offices and Unit 6.

Additional land may be available by separate negotiation.

SERVICES
Mains water, electricity and gas are available to each property. Provision will be made for each property to connect into the foul drainage system that will be provided for the development.

MANAGEMENT COMPANY
A Management Company will be set up to own and maintain the access road and common areas of the development. The individual purchasers of Units 1-5, together with the owners of Unit 6 and the Gorstella Farmhouse will all be parties to the Management Company. The common areas will include the major part of the central courtyard in order to protect the amenity and outlook from Units 1-5.

In addition to maintaining the common areas, the Management Company will set out certain rules and regulations with a view to retaining the aesthetic integrity and exclusivity of the development for the benefit of all owners.

DIRECTIONS
From Chester City Centre follow the sign for North Wales passing the Racecourse and over the River Dee. At the Overleigh roundabout take the third exit into Lache Lane. Continue for about 1 ½ miles, pass under the Southerly By-pass and at the roundabout turn right signposted for Kinnerton. Continue along this road for about a mile and The Gorstella will be seen on the right hand side.

VIEWING
The property is currently a construction site and Health & Safety issues apply. Therefore viewing must be strictly by arrangement through Denton Clark on 01244 409660.