Looking for the rarity of a bungalow where all of the improvements, updating and upgrades have been done for you? Look no further! This beautiful detached bungalow enjoys an elevated and private position within the picturesque village of Guilden Sutton. The property occupies a quiet spot yet the convenience of local amenities are within easy reach, the Bird in Hand Sunday roasts just a stone’s throw, need we say more! The flexible and spacious room sizes are combined perfectly with the clearly well-maintained finish throughout. Coming complete with two bedrooms to the ground floor and a stunning principal bedroom suite converted within the loft, it certainly appeals to many buyers, from the families longing for the desirable local primary school to those downsizing and longing for the easy life.
The layout internally boasts fantastic versatility, complemented with spacious, light and airy rooms. Starting with the impressive porch addition, its not only practical but great in size and opens further into the spacious hall. Immediately you are greeted with the striking spiral staircase to the first floor bedroom suite, whilst doors lead into the main living areas, two of the bedrooms and the family bathroom. The lounge is a fantastic size, flooded with natural light thanks to the two bay windows to the side and front elevations, and French doors leading directly to the rear garden. The kitchen/dining room is the perfect environment for family living and entertaining, featuring a comprehensive arrangement of modern base and wall units for all of your storage needs, along with plenty of work surface space. Leading off from the kitchen is the conservatory, where windows to each elevation perfectly frame the beautifully maintained garden. Also conveniently accessed from the kitchen is the much larger than average utility room, boasting yet more storage and space for the white goods. A door to the rear provides access to the rear garden, whilst an internal door leads into the cleverly converted garage, which is easily utilised for a variety of purposes. Bedroom two is situated to the front of the property and is spacious in size, whilst also benefitting from bespoke fitted wardrobes to maximise space. The third bedroom comes complete with the same luxury of fitted wardrobes and is situated to the rear to enjoy views of the garden. The family bathroom has been fitted with a stylish three-piece suite to include a bath with shower over, WC and wash basin, all complemented perfectly with attractive tiling and beautiful fittings.
Moving on up, where you will not find it hard to be impressed by the stunning bedroom suite stretching the width of the bungalow! Thoughtfully converted to maximize the space and accessed via the eye-catching spiral staircase from the hall, the entire floor has been well configured to offer a beautiful bedroom, a walk-in wardrobe/ dressing area, along with an impressive sized en-suite with underfloor heating, a rainfall shower, wash basin and WC. It can’t help but scream luxury!
The outside of the property continues to impress with its set back and elevated position, accessed via a sweeping driveway with ample parking directly to the front of the bungalow. The lovely plot itself allows for a wraparound garden to the side and rear, both enjoying the sun at different times of the day. Laid mostly to lawn, there is also a lovely patio area ideal for those summer evening BBQs.
This is a bungalow offering the rarity of a move in ready finish, combine that with its beautiful setting and you will be hard pushed to find better.
Location
Just three short miles north-east of Chester, the neighbouring villages of Guilden Sutton and Mickle Trafford offer the increasingly rare combination of genuine village life and city-edge convenience. Quiet, friendly and well-rooted, with countryside on one side and Chester’s amenities barely ten minutes away on the other, the two villages are a firm favourite with families and commuters alike; drawn by their good primary schools, strong community spirit and easy access to the motorway network and the city.
Village Life & Amenities
Guilden Sutton is the more characterful of the two, gathered around the Grade II-listed St John the Baptist’s Church with a primary school, post office, village hall and a clutch of local businesses. At its heart is the Bird in Hand, an inn since 1724 and one of the best-loved pub-restaurants in the Chester area, while the nearby Meadow Lea Farm coffee shop — set on a working dairy farm, complete with its own ice cream — is a popular spot with families and walkers.
Mickle Trafford, a short stroll away, offers an established residential setting with its own well-regarded village primary school, a Co-op and everyday shops, and convenient access to the A56 and rail links. Between them the two villages cover day-to-day needs comfortably, with open countryside and pleasant walks close at hand and the full range of Chester’s shops, restaurants and entertainment only a short drive away.
Both locations offer incredible links in and out of the villages making them ideal for the person or families who need to access other local and wider gems for work and pleasure whilst having all the serenity to stay at home surrounded by countryside and a strong community.
What makes it intentionally different?
Even though they are small, they are well established areas and communities. Houses here are often sought-after from working professionals, families and retirees. That means you have a mix who enjoy the quiet serenity of the place plus, a community who look out for oneanother.
Schools & Getting Around
Both villages are well served for primary education, with Guilden Sutton Primary School and Mickle Trafford Village School both popular with local families, and well-regarded secondary options nearby including Christleton High School. For getting around, the A56 and A51 give swift access to Chester and onward to the M53 and M56, opening up Liverpool, Manchester and North Wales, while Chester’s mainline station — with direct services to London Euston — is only a short drive away.
Key Mileage Distances
• Chester City Centre — 3 miles
• Mickle Trafford — 1 mile
• Chester Railway Station — 3 miles
• Chester Business Park — 5 miles
• M53 / M56 Junction — 4 miles
• Hawarden Airport — 10 miles
• Crewe — 22 miles
• Liverpool John Lennon Airport — 20 miles
• Manchester Airport — 33 miles
