A STUNNING detached property based in Whitford, Flintshire, is up for sale, marketed by Purplebricks and worth £995,000.

Steeped in history, bringing together perfectly the old and the new, there is unimaginable attention to detail throughout the build.

This unique house was designed by local architect Thomas Furnival Hughes and the design was commended by the Design Commission for Wales.

Downing Walled Garden was formally the kitchen gardens of the now demolished Downing Hall and the birthplace of Thomas Pennant. The walls are part of curtilage buildings and the gardens are featured in Clwyd Register of Parks and Gardens of Special Historic Interest. Downing is an area of outstanding natural outstanding beauty and a conservation area.

This property could easily be suitable for two families wanting to live together whilst retaining their own space due to the potential of turning the original cottage into a self contained Annexe.

The care and attention that the current owners have put into this home is admirable and includes oak flooring and oak internal doors throughout, Rehau underfloor heating throughout, Rehau rainwater harvester, Cat 5 cabling throughout and Vent axia ventilation system. All of this, along with CCTV, burglar alarm and being part of the Neighbourhood Watch Scheme makes this the perfect place to live.

The house is approached via a private tree lined drive to the Downing courtyard with electric oak gates leading to the entrance of the property. On entry is the fernery and an entrance to the sunken walkway tree lined path. The house is situated within an acre of walled garden with a further acre of paddock and approximately 8 acres of woodland with pathways and streams throughout.

The house is south facing, a wonderful sun trap with well presented, immense gardens with a selection of fruit trees including plums, pears, apples and grapes, various lawns, planted areas and patios. With the addition of outdoor speakers and lighting it is absolutely perfect for outdoor living and entertaining.

There is also planning permission for the erection of an Orangery within the garden for those who would like to continue the development of this amazing home. There is a large detached double garage with electric door and roof storage, extensive secure parking and turning area.

Inside, the kitchen is spacious, and a well equipped kitchen/diner being the ideal hub for the family, with plenty of room for a dining table and a further comfortable seating area.

The kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range walnut effect units, matching breakfast bar and granite worktops, including built in oven and hob, American style fridge freezer with cold water and ice dispenser Bosch dishwasher, instant hot water (kettle tap) and stainless steel tamber units.

Once again this room has the benefit of double glazed sliding folding doors overlooking the grounds with the addition of built in speakers.

The lounge is a beautiful light room, courtesy of the double glazed ID-systems sliding folding doors to the whole of the front aspect, providing the perfect blend of outdoors and indoors . The focal point of the room is the feature Morso wood burner, which along with the built in speakers really helps to set the mood.

As for the utility room, this was originally part of the old cottage which has been fully restored and refurbished by the current owners and is well equipped as either a utility room for the main residence, or alternatively it could serve as a kitchen for a potential annexe.

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Being fitted with a range of wall, base and drawer units including a built in oven and hob, sink unit, boiler and stand-alone staircase leading up to bedroom five.

Upstairs, the master bedroom has an automatic opening window in roof glazing proving lots of natural light, there is also the convenience of a generously sized walk in wardrobe and an en-suite shower room.

In addition to en-suites, the family bathroom is a spacious room fitted with a corner Jacuzzi style bath, shower cubicle housing a power shower, pedestal wash hand basin and wc. There is a heated towel rail, tiled floor and part tiled walls with a rear aspect window.

To arrange a viewing or to request further details, contact Purplebricks on 02038348327.