The Cross 117 Bann Road, Ballymoney BT53 7PD

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Description

This impressive detached country residence offers flexible family accommodation nestled amongst mature landscaped gardens extending to approximately 2 1/2 acres and providing privacy, shelter, charm, extensive views over the surrounding areas and conveniently located within a few minutes drive from Ballymoney town centre.

The first record of the farmhouse was in 1880 when it was rented from Devonshire Landlord Reverend Bennett by William Kennedy with the current owner's grandfather acquiring the property in 1916.

Extensive improvements to the original farmhouse and a major extension in the seventies provide this unique residence today which has a unique charm complimented by the mature gardens and historic outbuildings.

Accommodation today offers a mix of 7 bedrooms including a study bedroom wired for broadband and TV and 5 reception rooms including a generously proportioned farmhouse kitchen, formal dining room with double doors to a landscaped patio/sun terrace, family room (situated in the original farmhouse), formal lounge and sun room which both enjoy an open aspect over the courtyard area with views to the west over the surrounding countryside and hills.

The property is approached via a tree-lined avenue leading to a generously sized car parking area and the 1880’s stone built farm building which has been preserved to include the Threshing Barn, byre and stable with hay/corn loft above. This block and the residence itself may have some development potential (subject to planning permission).

Also on offer to purchase at an additional cost are up to twenty eight acres of prime agricultural land which has been recently reseeded. This is in three roadside fields which are well fenced, with piped water for stock and can be divided up as required.

As such it is without hesitation that we recommend inspection to fully appreciate this delightful period residence, its ambience and location.

Location

Leave Ballymoney town centre on the Bann Road proceeding through the village of Bendooragh towards Coleraine. After leaving the village turn immediately right onto the Glenstall Road (sign posted for The Bann Valley Scenic Route and Drumaheglis Marina). After approximately 100 yards ‘The Cross’ is accessed on the right hand side.

Accommodation
Comprising

Lounge:
19'4 x 17'4 (5.89m x 5.28m-widest points)
With feature marble fireplace and hearth, granite inset and wood surround, plumbed for a gas fire, points for wall lights, double dimmer switch and feature corner window with French sliding door to the courtyard.

Kitchen / Dinette:
17'7 x 15'0 (5.36m x 4.57m-Average)
With a range of eye and low level units, tiled between eye and low level units, Franke 1 1/2 bowl stainless steel sink unit, plumbed for automatic dishwasher, wine rack, tiled floor, telephone point, double glass panel doors to family room and glass panel door to:

Pantry:
14'8 x 10'8 (4.47m x 3.25m-Average)
With a range of eye and low level units, tiled between worktop and eye level units, single bowl and drainer stainless steel sink unit, space/plumbed for gas range, plumbed for automatic washing machine, space for tumble dryer, pan drawers and door to:

Rear Porch / Sun Room:
12'9 x 9'7 (3.89m x 2.92m)
With tiled floor and door to the rear garden.

Boiler House / Drying Room:
31'5 x 10'1 (9.58m x 3.07m-Average)
Presently sub-divided including an office area.

Family Room:
14'2 x 15'8 (4.32m x 4.78m)
With stone type tiled fireplace and hearth, plumbed for gas fire, attractive Georgian style windows to the front and side, glass panel door to the reception hall and double glass panel doors to the kitchen.

Hall:
With Two separate double cloaks cupboards, points for wall lights, walk in wine celler/store and separate cloakroom comprising w.c., wash hand basin and part tiled walls.

Dining Room:
15'6 x 15'2 (4.72m x 4.62m)
With double glass panels doors and side panels to external landscaped patio area, beam ceiling, original Quarry tiled floor, eyeball lighting, points for wall lights and double glass panel doors to the reception hall.

Sun Room:
15'10 x 14'2 (4.83m x 4.32m)
With a superb aspect over the courtyard area.

Master Bedroom:
15'11 x 12'0 (4.85m x 3.66m)
With T.V. point and Ensuite bathroom comprising bath with thermostatic shower over, vanity basin with storage under, w.c., shaver point and tiled walls.

Bedroom (2) / Study:
12'2 x 11'11 (3.71m x 3.63m)
With T.V. and Broadband points, telephone point and built in storage with overhead storage.

Bedroom (3):
14'0 x 11'2 (4.27m x 3.40m)
With Ensuite bathroom comprising bath with Heatstore electric shower over, vanity basin with storage under, w.c., partly tiled walls and tiled floor.

First Floor Accommodation:

Bedroom (4):
14'3 x 11'2 (4.34m x 3.40m)
With wash hand basin and splashback.

Bedroom (5):
13'2 x 8'11 (4.01m x 2.72m)
Including fitted vanity basin with drawers under.

Bedroom (6):
15'0 x 17'5 (4.57m x 5.31m)
Comprising a range of fitted bedroom furniture including wardrobes and fitted vanity basin.

Bedroom (7):
18'11 x 8'11 (5.77m x 2.72m-widest points)
With fitted wardrobes and wash hand basin, door to Ensuite with w.c., vanity basin with storage under, partly tiled walls and tiled shower cubicle with Redring electric shower. This ensuite can also be accessed/used by bedroom 6.

Exterior Features

The property is approached by a sweeping tree lined ashphalt avenue leading to a generously sized ashphalt parking area adjacent to the main courtyard.

The mature gardens and plot extends to approximately 2 1/2 acres comprising an array of landscaped rockeries, flowerbeds, feature pond and various patio/bbq areas.

The grounds are also dotted with a variety of mature trees including various pathways and all screened from the surroundings yet allowing views from the residence over the distant countryside.

Double Garage: 29’9 x 24’4 (Including BBQ/Bin Storage Area) - With two remote electric roller doors, lights and power points.

1880’s Farm Building: 55’3 x 18’9 (External) - Preserved to include a threshing barn, byre, stable with hay/cornloft above and the original steps with adjacent dog house.

Machinery Store: 30’4 x 25’11 (External) - This modern construction has been sympathetically designed and constructed adjacent to the farm building to provide useful storage.

A useful storage yard is enclosed by trees/hedging to one side of the driveway on approaching the main courtyard.

Outside lights and taps.

Additional Features:

• Period property with great character and charm nestled amongst mature landscaped gardens together with the historic farm buildings and adjacent store.
• 7 bedrooms and 5 reception room accommodation including 2 ensuite bathrooms plus a rear porch/sun room.
• Oil fired heating.
• Integral double garage.
• Original farm building including the threshing barn, byre and stable with hay/ corn loft above.
• Various enclosed private courtyard/patio areas.
• The house, farm building and adjacent store may have development potential (subject to planning permission).
• Most rooms enjoy delightful views externally over the landscaped gardens and courtyard areas.
• Some rooms also enjoy superb views over the distant countryside and towards the hills to the west.
• Up to 28 acres of prime agricultural land is available for sale if required. This has recently been reseeded, is well fenced with piped water and in three roadside fields.