Location

Mount Alyn Gatehouse is situated to the South of Chester just across the Welsh border in a rural setting beyond Rossett.

Approached via a long private drive the property occupies a slightly elevated position in a mature garden setting from which there are attractive views of the surrounding countryside.

The popular village of Rossett offers a good range of services with local store, post office, church, pharmacy, doctor's surgery, dentist, pubs and restaurants whilst the larger centres of Wrexham and Chester are 5 and 7 miles respectively offering a more comprehensive range of services together with out of town retail parks.

Schooling is well provided for with state, primary and secondary education at Rossett complemented by private schools in Chester including the Kings & Queens and Abbey Gate College at Saighton.

On the recreational front there are cricket, football and rugby clubs in Chester, several golf courses locally, sailing and rowing on the River Dee and horseracing at Chester and Bangor on Dee.

Despite its rural location the area is well served by roads being within ½ a mile of the A483 Wrexham by-pass which connects to the Chester Southerly by-pass facilitating access to the national motorway network.

The Chester Business Park, Wrexham Industrial Estate and Deeside Industrial Park are all within daily commuting distance as are all areas of commerce throughout the North West and Midlands.

Beyond Chester the Southerly by-pass connects to the M53 & M56 Motorways facilitating daily travel to Liverpool and Manchester which are both served by international airports.

Travel to London is available from Chester station which offers a direct and regular service to London Euston.

Description

Mount Alyn Gatehouse is a captivating Grade II listed period residence. Having Gothic revival gate posts of carved stone originally forming the entrance to Mount Alyn, the country seat of Alexander Balfour. Thoughtfully modernised and sympathetically enhanced by its current owners. Nestled in an elevated position, the property enjoys sweeping views across the picturesque rural landscape.

Approached via a long private drive the property occupies a slightly elevated position in a mature garden setting from which there are attractive views of the surrounding countryside. The home benefits from a generous parking area and a spacious log cabin. Entry is through a charming wooden latch gate, leading along a paved garden path to the heart of the home, a beautifully appointed kitchen featuring an array of high quality fitted units and integrated appliances.


Adjacent to the kitchen lies a welcoming lounge and dining area, complete with bi-folding doors that open seamlessly onto the garden and terrace, creating a harmonious indoor outdoor living experience. The inner hallway, with its central staircase and convenient WC/cloakroom, leads to a cosy snug with a log burner, and a well-proportioned sitting room boasting a feature fireplace, dual aspect windows, and further bi-folding doors to the terrace.

Upstairs, the principal bedroom is a true retreat, offering built-in wardrobes and stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The first floor also hosts a luxurious family bathroom with a roll top bath and separate shower, two additional double bedrooms, a versatile fourth bedroom currently used as a home office, and a separate shower room.

Outside, the property has delightful enclosed garden, predominantly laid to lawn and bordered by an attractive brick wall. The garden provides ample space for alfresco dining and entertaining, making it a perfect setting for enjoying the charm of this lovely home.

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