The upshot was an amazing, modern family home that is now one of the most attractive, and expensive, on the market in the Ashfield area.
A price of £700,000 has been attached by Kimberley-based estate agents Watsons to the four-bedroom house that is located within a secure and exclusive development of executive properties, accessed via electric gates, on Pines Close.
It boasts superior fixtures and fittings throughout, such as oak doors and an oak staircase, Italian porcelain tiled floors with underfloor heating, ‘panoramic’ doors that allow natural light to flood in, an orangery with a Fatra roof and two sky lanterns and a high-spec, fitted kitchen, with granite worktops, top-end Neff appliances and even a gin bar.
The four double bedrooms upstairs, accessed via a spectacular gallery landing, include a master with dressing room and en suite, a second shared en suite and a family bathroom that oozes luxury.
Outside, a driveway with off-street parking space for four vehicles leads to a detached double garage, while a landscaped rear garden includes a turf lawn, trees, plants, shrubs and an Indian stone paved patio area with outdoor lighting, external power sockets and water supply.
To top everything off, it is close to local schools, amenities and excellent transport links, and there is no upward chain involved in the sale.
21. Luxurious family bathroom
We round off our tour of the interior with a peek at the luxurious family bathroom on the first floor. A three-piece suite consists of a Duravit bath with mood lighting, a vanity sink unit with mirror, and a WC. A chrome, heated towel-rail, ceiling spotlights, porcelain tiled walls and floor, and underfloor heating add to the ambience. Photo: Watsons
22. View from the rear
As we step outside, let's delight at a view of the back of the property, as seen from the landscaped rear garden. You can see how doors from the orangery open on to a patio area. Photo: Watsons
23. Enclosed and enchanting
The rear garden is enclosed and enchanting in equal measure. Bordered by hedges and timber fences, it features a turfed lawn, and a range of trees, plants, shrubs and flowerbeds. Photo: Watsons
24. Indian stone paved patio
A close-up of the Indian stone paved patio in the back garden, which is the ideal spot for relaxing or entertaining. Enclosed by low brick walls, it is fitted with outdoor lighting, external power sockets and water supplies, and steps leading up to the lawn. Photo: Watsons