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Situated on Abbey Road in the heart of Grimsby this classic Victorian residence, formerly occupied as a convent for many years, provides extensive levels of accommodation all set within surprisingly good size grounds. The property displays classic architectural grandeur from the late 19th century and this fine residence can meet the needs of the largest of families. Briefly comprising: - Reception Hall, Drawing Room, Dining Room, Sitting Room, Study/Storeroom, Breakfast Room, Kitchen, Utility, Landing, SEVEN Bedrooms, Bathroom and Shower Room. Vehicular access is via Brighowgate at the rear and the established grounds include a Double Garage and a large workshop/store. Some remedial work is now required to bring the property back to its best and viewing recommended to appreciate the space and potential. IMPORTANT - Please note the internal photographs within this brochure were taken prior to the removal of the furniture. EPC Rating - E
The accommodation comprises:-
GROUND FLOOR
RECEPTION HALL
A centrally positioned hallway from where the staircase with a spindle balustrade leads to the first floor via a half landing. There is wall panelling beneath dado rail height and a central heating radiator.
DRAWING ROOM 7.37m (24'2')max x 4.52m (14'10')
A split level room featuring three quarter height panelling and a central mahogany finish fireplace. There is a wide bay window plus an electric storage heater and two central heating radiators.
DINING ROOM 6.71m (22'0')max x 4.22m (13'10')
A good size room featuring a white fireplace with a tiled inset, a bay window and two central heating radiators.
SITTING ROOM 4.57m (15'0')max x 4.22m (13'10')
A lovely room with a bay window overlooking the rear garden and an ornate mahogany fireplace extending to the sides to form book/display shelves. There is an electric fire and a central heating radiator.
INNER LOBBY
With an under stairs cupboard.
REAR ENTRANCE LOBBY
With a door leading outside.
CLOAKROOM
With a white w.c, a corner handbasin and an electric heater.
STUDY/STOREROOM 3.66m (12'0') x 3.25m (10'8')
BREAKFAST ROOM 4.83m (15'10') x 3.66m (12'0')
A good size room fitted with wall mounted shelves, recessed glazed cupboards and further storage cupboards. A door opens to the second staircase which leads to the first floor.
KITCHEN 5.49m (18'0') x 3.10m (10'2')
Comprehensively equipped with a range of medium oak wall and base cabinets with cream worktops incorporating a sink unit. Built in appliances comprise an oven and an electric ceramic hob set into a peninsular unit with a curved glass extractor canopy above. The floor is tiled, a door leads outside and there is a central heating radiator.
UTILITY ROOM 3.12m (10'3') x 2.18m (7'2')
Fully tiled and with provision for appliances.
FIRST FLOOR
LANDING
A central landing area with a corridor style landing then leading to the rear bedrooms. There is a good size walk in storage cupboard.
BEDROOM ONE 5.56m (18'3') x 4.57m (15'0')
A large bedroom positioned at the front of the house and with a handbasin, a range of white wardrobes and a central heating radiator.
BEDROOM TWO 4.22m (13'10') x 3.66m (12'0')
A good double bedroom with a handbasin, white wardrobes and a central heating radiator.
BEDROOM THREE 4.22m (13'10') x 3.51m (11'6')
With white wardrobes and a central heating radiator.
BEDROOM FOUR 3.66m (12'0') x 3.56m (11'8')
With cream wardrobes, a handbasin and a central heating radiator.
BEDROOM FIVE 3.66m (12'0') x 2.97m (9'9')
Situated at the rear of the house and with a range of beech finish wardrobes and a handbasin.
BEDROOM SIX 3.48m (11'5') x 2.44m (8'0')
Centrally positioned at the front of the house and with a handbasin, a double wardrobe and a central heating radiator.
BEDROOM SEVEN 2.74m (9'0') x 2.74m (9'0')
With a washbasin and a central heating radiator.
BATHROOM 3.35m (11'0') x 1.70m (5'7')
Part tiled and with a white suite comprising a panel bath, a vanity handbasin and a w.c. There is a central heating radiator.
SHOWER ROOM
With a white suite comprising a w.c, a small handbasin and a shower cubicle housing the Triton electric shower. The walls are fully tiled.
DOUBLE GARAGE
A timber structure with two pairs of double doors and an additional storage area.
BRICK STORAGE BUILDING/WORKSHOP
With a slate roof and a side door.
The house stands within excellent size gardens which extend through from Abbey Road at the front to Brighowgate at the rear. Vehicular access is via Brighowgate and there is space for enclosed parking in addition to the double garage itself. The gardens are mature and established with a diverse variety of trees, shrubs and plants and with an electric gate to the rear.
SERVICES
Mains gas, water, electricity and drainage are connected and the property has the benefit of gas central heating and uPVC framed double glazing to some of the windows. A security alarm is installed and the property falls within the jurisdiction of North East Lincolnshire Council, is currently Council Tax Band E and is believed to be Freehold – subject to Solicitors verification.
LOCATION AND AMENITIES
The property is located towards the Bargate end of Abbey Road within walking distance of the facilities of central Grimsby. Well regarded private schools on Bargate are within reach and regular buses serve the general areas.
NB
An adjoining property has obtained planning permission to build an additional property in their rear garden accessed via Brighowgate. This may be an option for No 97 subject to obtaining all necessary permissions and approval.