Bathroom Door Frustration and Solution (Turn Bi-Fold Doors Into French Doors)

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This bathroom is such a good example of how one project is dependent upon another.  Immediately after I finished the floor, I wanted so badly to jump right in and start adding the wainscoting to the walls.  It would be relatively quick, easy, and would give me some immediate gratification.  But I can’t do that just yet, because I first need to install the vanity and the countertop and see exactly how high those will be after installation.  Since I’m adding a decorative tile trim on the wainscoting that will also act as the backsplash for the vanity, I need the precise height, and I can’t get that without the vanity and countertop being constructed and installed.  But I can’t install those until I know exactly how much room the wainscoting trim will stick out on the door wall since the left side of the vanity will be sitting right up against it, so that has to be installed first.  But I can’t install that until I trim out the door, so really I need to install door trim before doing anything else.

But UGH…that door.  I’ve been dragging my feet on trimming out that door.

Ever since I installed the new door in the bathroom, I’ve been dissatisfied with it.  It’s a 32-inch door (which is the narrowest I can use for Matt), and if you’ll remember, I moved it over about ten inches from its original position so that I could have room for a wider vanity that goes all the way to the side wall (i.e., the door wall).

I thought that I would be satisfied with a standard door because that’s what was there before.  When the door is open, it covers the linen storage area behind it, just as it did before, and that configuration never bothered me with the old bathroom.  But with the door moved over enough to accommodate a vanity, the door no longer opens up a full 90 degrees.  At most, it opens maybe 85 degrees.  Maybe 80 degrees.  It just really bothers me, and it makes the room feel smaller.

Plus, the previous linen closet was strictly utilitarian.  There was nothing pretty about it, so it didn’t bother me at all that it was covered up when the door was open.  But I plan on making the new linen storage area actually part of the design of the room.  In other words, I’m hoping it’ll turn out not only providing useful storage, but also being pretty.  So I don’t really want it covered by the door.

But as much as it’s been bothering me, I just couldn’t think of another solution.  If it’s installed like it is now, it covers the linen storage area.  Obviously I can’t install it so that it swings into the bathroom the other way or it’ll cover the vanity.  If I install it so that it swings out into the hallway, and it opens to the right (while standing in the hallway looking towards the bathroom), there’s not enough space for it to open all the way against the wall, and that would drive me crazy.  This isn’t exactly drawn perfectly to scale, so you’ll just have to take my word for it. 

If it opens to the left, the door will cover part of the area that will eventually be a hallway (currently the master bedroom closet).

And obviously, if there’s no room on the outside of either of these walls for the door, then there’s no room inside the walls for pocket doors, at least not if I want the pocket doors to open all the way.  And yes.  Yes, I do want the door to open all the way.

So I’ve been thinking that I was just stuck with it the way it is.  Then yesterday, it dawned on me that I could buy a 32-inch bi-fold door, remove the hinges connecting the two halves of the door, and install them like French doors opening into the hallway!  That way the linen storage area won’t be covered, and each small door will have plenty of clearance in the hallway so that they can open flat against the wall, and not cover over anything they shouldn’t.

(Obviously I’m using the term “French door” loosely here, since by definition, French doors have glass in them, and I’ve already ruled that out.  My doors will be solid, and I’m simply referring to configuration of two doors used together in one doorway.)

Then I did what I always do when I have an idea, but I’m not quite sure if it will look right.  I headed to Houzz to see what I could find.  This one is my favorite.

Traditional Bedroom by Dallas Home Builders Rosewood Custom Builders

Now they probably didn’t use actual bi-fold doors turned into French doors like I plan to do, but I think the final result will be very similar. Here are a few more examples of skinny French doors.

Eclectic Bathroom

Transitional Bedroom by Dallas Media & Bloggers Angela Flournoy

Contemporary Bathroom by North Hollywood General Contractors Globus Builder

Now there is one obvious difference between my bathroom and the ones in the pics above.  Those are all master bathrooms connected to a master bedroom, and mine will be a guest bathroom off of a hallway.  But I think it’ll still work, and I think it’s the best option.  It’ll definitely be a little unconventional, but it’s just one of those quirky things that comes with the territory when you’re trying to take a 1948 house and make it work for today.  But I really do think it’ll look great when it’s finished!

After seeing those pictures, and seeing how good those doors look, I decided to do some searching to see if others had taken bifold doors and turned them into French style doors.  And yes, of course, there are several.  Danielle at 2 Little Superheroes turned her bi-fold pantry door into French style doors.

And Tricia at Simplicity In The South turned her laundry room bi-fold doors into French style doors.

I came across several more examples, but those were my favorites.  So I’m gonna go for it!  Of course, since they’ll be opening out into the hallway, that means that I need to actually finish the wall (i.e., remove old drywall, remove shiplap, and install new drywall) at least on that one hallway wall before I can install the new doors.  I got to work on it yesterday, and got all of the drywall removed, as well as a good portion of the shiplap.  Hopefully I can get new drywall up today, and get started on those doors.  I’m actually very excited about this plan!  It’s definitely unconventional for a guest bathroom, but I think it’ll look great!

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Indochine - St Thomas, USVI

Description Privacy, peace and serenity reign at this gated and completely fenced estate, set on three beautiful acres. Indochine's electronic gate ushers you into the cobblestone courtyard, and stairs lead up to the coral stone entrance with french doors. The large foyer, sparingly furnished with magnificent Asian antiques and West Indian pieces, is set off by polished mahogany floors. Just off the foyer, at the front of Indochine, is a very spacious bedroom; tall arched windows with draperies frame the views of the sea and gardens outside. This lovely room offers a mahogany queen bed and a bath featuring a graceful Asian vanity and tiled shower. A desk, a stationary exercise bike and a Gravitron assisted-weight pull-up machine stand ready in a corner. On the other side of the foyer is the large air-conditioned living room, set with low cushioned settees and an armoire with a flat screen TV and DVD media system. The villa has cable TV and wireless high-speed internet throughout. On the east side of the living room are tall, arched french doors which open to a roofed and tiled terrace just outside, and on the west side, french doors lead to the sheltered alfresco garden lanai. There, antique Balinese teak daybeds swathed in netting invite you to nap or read or have an apertif - the divine setting is so relaxing, with ceiling fans, romantic lighting and lovely rock gardens edging the lanai. An air-conditioned dining area for eight, enclosed by french doors, adjoins the lanai, and the grand professional chef's kitchen is just beyond. The kitchen is fantastic - high-ceilinged with glass-fronted cupboards, lined with chef-quality appliances such as a large stainless steel refrigerator/freezer, a butcher block chef's table, triple sinks, an 8-burner Vulcan professional range with double ovens and a griddle top, a KitchenAid mixer, and nearly all chef's tools are stocked. A bank of windows along one entire wall frame fantastic ocean views punctuated by Grass, Mingo and Thatch Cays, and Congo and Lovango islets, with the green islands of St. John, Tortola and Jost Van Dyke looming on the blue horizon. An antique Indian handpainted kitchen table is the spot for breakfast in this airy kitchen. Three air-conditioned bedroom/bath suites are situated between the living room and the kitchen and dining room - a hallway from living room accesses a king suite, a queen suite and the king master suite. All bedroom/bath suites are fashioned in clean, sleek Indonesian style, each bed draped with white netting and made up in cotton bedding, and each bed featuring all-organic mattresses. Carefully-chosen Asian antiques and pristine white walls combine to create a Zen feel in these so-serene rooms. The queen suite has french doors which open out to the east patio, and the king suite opens to the flat expanse of green lawn outside. Some of the beds are made from the same mahogany as the polished floors and some are antique Indonesian day beds; all are positioned to provide views that reach across the sea to the horizon without lifting your head from your pillow. The king master suite offers an adjoining dressing area with closets and a large bath with an exotic bamboo-lined alfresco shower. French doors lead from this suite out to a tiled patio, where a staircase descends through landscaping to the picturesque pool and terrace. The pool terrace, graced with a wind-sculpted tree, looks out over the grand panorama of islands to limitless ocean and sky. There is also a hot tub (no jets) on the pool terrace; the pool and hot tub may be heated for an additional fee, which must be prepaid. A path meandering through gardens leads to Indochine's meditation pavilion, a quiet and private place for personal time. Indochine is another world apart, a completely enclosed estate providing a private sanctuary of serene relaxation and tranquility. The white sand of world-famous Magens Bay Beach is just two miles down the road, but you may find you'd rather stay enveloped within the peaceful surround of Indochine, marveling at the views and listening to birdsong and to the tradewinds whispering through the trees. Children Welcome with a notarized liability waiver for any children under 8 years old. Photos provided by Don Hebert Photography

Property Highlights 4 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms Sleeps 8 Sheltered lanai with Balinese teak daybeds Panoramic ocean views Gourmet kitchen Close to Magens Bay beach Includes maid service 3 days a week

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TAXES$10,412 a year, plus a homeowners’ association fee of $154 every six months

CONTACTSean Z Becker, Sean Z Becker Real Estate, 503-444-7400; seanzbecker.com

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Birmingham, Mich.

WHATA 1929 house with four bedrooms and three full and two half bathrooms

HOW MUCH$1.295 million

SIZE3,191 square feet

PRICE PER SQUARE FOOT$406

SETTINGThis two-story house is on a winding road lined with large, well-maintained homes, in a small, affluent city. Linden Park, which has a play structure and trail along the Rouge River, is steps away. The city center, with its cluster of restaurants, stores and movie theaters, is about a mile and a half away. The center of Detroit is about 20 miles southeast.

INDOORSA stone walkway leads to the main entrance, which has an arched wood door with a stained-glass panel. Inside, there are arched doorways, built-in shutters for most windows and hardwood floors. To one side of the foyer is a living room with a fireplace that connects to a study with built-in bookshelves. Straight ahead is the kitchen, updated several years ago with white cabinets and granite counters. Two steps down from the dining room is a sunroom that is a more recent addition, equipped with a dedicated furnace and French doors that open to the backyard patio.

A spiral staircase in a turret leads to the second floor, where the master bedroom has built-in cabinetry with granite counters along two walls, carpeting, a safe and an en-suite bathroom. Three other bedrooms and two full bathrooms are also on this level. Downstairs, the finished lower level has a family room with a fireplace, an office and a wet bar.

OUTDOOR SPACEThe driveway leads to a courtyard at the back of the house, which connects to an attached two-car garage. The 0.49-acre lot has many landscape features, including snaking hedges, numerous gardens, a patio with two seating areas and a koi pond with a stone retaining wall and fountain. There is also a brick garden shed in one corner of the backyard.

TAXES$14,791 a year

CONTACTAnne Hammond, Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel, 248-225-8214; cbwm.com

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Inglewood, Calif.

WHATA fully renovated 1948 live-work building with two bedrooms and one bathroom

HOW MUCH$1.325 million

SIZE1,599 square feet

PRICE PER SQUARE FOOT$829

SETTINGThis house is in an urban area with a mix of residential and commercial buildings, about 11 miles from downtown Los Angeles and four from Los Angeles International Airport. A few steps away is the 55-acre Edward Vincent Jr. Park, with playgrounds, sports fields and a pool complex. A new Metro station is scheduled to open nearby in 2019, and a football stadium (for the N.F.L.’s Los Angeles Rams and Chargers) with a related entertainment complex is under construction about three miles away and is expected to open in 2020.

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INDOORSThe current owner, the founder of the landscape firm Jack Price Design, completed renovations this year, including new electrical, plumbing, roof, windows and doors. Dutch doors at the front of the house open to a studio and office with concrete floors. A doorway leads to a large living room with a high ceiling, skylights and a built-in platform along one wall that serves as both casual seating and a surface for displaying art and objects. Beyond is a kitchen with Ikea cabinets, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, a Thermador range and an Asko dishwasher, and two Dutch doors leading to the backyard.

A hallway with large sliding wood doors leads to the two bedrooms; they share a bathroom with a tiled wet room that has an open rain shower, hand shower and toilet.

OUTDOOR SPACE The 0.26-acre lot has been professionally landscaped, with pavers, citrus trees in planters, tables and a firepit made from weathered diamond-plate steel. There is a pebbled patio with built-in bench seating and a dining area, as well as steps leading down through a terraced garden to a potting area under shade cloth.

TAXESAbout $16,500 a year, depending on purchase price

CONTACTAnastasia Bowen, Benjamin Leeds, 310-994-3003; 404warren.com

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4 bed detached house for sale in Llantrisant Road, Capel Llanilltern, Cardiff CF5 - 43271927

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Summary
A charming detached four bedroom family residence, approached by a gated private drive with extensive private parking, and set within a private garden plot of appromimate 1.95 acres. With a stunning range of outdoor leisure features including a swimming pool and hot tub.

Description
Ty Newydd Farm is a distinctive house of character, built 1998 by the current owners on the site of an original period farm cottage which was reputed to date back to 1700 and occupied a an overall plot of 1.95 acres. This unique four bedroom family home enjoys the special benefits of ensuite shower rooms serving each of the double sized bedrooms plus a large period family bathroom equipped with a free standing roll top suite. Recently a stunning bespoke kitchen has been installed providing a wonderful social space (30'1 x 14'9), centred around a large island unit with Quartz granite work tops, stylish integrated appliances and inset with a charming stone Inglenook fireplace with contemporary log burner and a solid wood mantle. There are two utility rooms and two ground floor cloak rooms. The living space is truly impressive including five principle reception rooms plus a grand entrance reception hall inset with a wide staircase returning to the east and west first floors. All windows are double glazed with white PVC units, and there are two feature windows, both hexagon in design with coloured leaded glass. Central heating is oil fired with panel radiators and a modern tank installed also in 1998. Charming character features include exposed beamed ceilings and natural stone walls providing a Farm House theme, whilst the living space provide a contemporary style with both a large formal dining room for social meals, and a relaxing lounge with a stone Minster fireplace!

The Property
With a family in mind the capacious cinema room (18'10 x 17'8) offers a wonderful entertainment centre, whilst both the sitting room (19'11 x 13'6) and the sun lounge (16'3 x 15'0) offer flexible living space with french doors that open onto the gardens. Each of the double bedrooms also include individual walk-in wardrobes, and the unique advantage with the living space on the first floor is the undoubtable fact that each bedroom is well proportioned with pleasing outlooks across the surrounding gardens and grounds. A truly impressive family house situated within only a short drive to Cardiff, and within easy access to an exit onto the M4, allowing fast travel to Newport, Swansea and Bristol.

Outside Leisure Features
Whilst the property is approached by a long gated private entrance drive which leads to both a large double garage (20'10 x 22'1) and a double car-port (20'11 x 20'5), the outside space includes many separate areas for activity including a large L shaped lawn which is screened by high conifer trees, a fully heated outdoor swimming pool, a large decked sun terrace, an undercover patio and a matching covered hot tub. There is also a further summer house and a separate self contained home office. There are three further outdoor rooms buildings which could be converted into stables, whilst one of these buildings is already converted into a fully sound proof studio!

School Catchment
The property lies within the school catchment of Radyr High School, whilst local primary schools include Craig-y-Parc off Heol-y-Parc in Pentyrch Village, and Creigiau Primary School in Creigiau.

Ground Floor

Entrance Reception Hall 16' 8" x 14' 9" ( 5.08m x 4.50m )
A most imposing and charming large entrance reception hall, inset with a 6 ft wide spindle balustrade staircase with newel posts, exposed beamed ceiling, double radiator, approached from an open fronted porch via two part panelled white PVC coloured leaded glass double entrance doors with side screen windows. Built in understair cloaks hanging cupboard.

Downstairs Cloakroom 8' 5" x 2' 9" ( 2.57m x 0.84m )
Fitted stylish modern and contemporary cloakroom suite with tiled walls and floor, comprising a large shaped pedestal wash hand basin with stylish chrome mixer taps and pop-up waste, slimline W.C., PVC Georgian style window to rear.

Understairs Cloaks Cupboard

Lounge 20' x 15' 5" ( 6.10m x 4.70m )
Gracious room inset with a Minster fireplace with granite surround and hearth, exposed beamed ceiling, PVC double glazed Georgian style window with outlooks across a front sun terrace, further PVC Georgian double glazed french doors opening on to the rear gardens, double radiator.

Cinema Room 18' 10" x 17' 8" ( 5.74m x 5.38m )
A fantastic cinema/games room, equipped with ceiling with spotlights, wide PVC double glazed Georgian style windows overlooking the courtyard front gardens, projector screen, exposed stone walls, feature Living Flame electric contemporary fire, surround sound.

Formal Dining Room 20' 2" x 16' 2" ( 6.15m x 4.93m )
An elegant room with an exposed beamed ceiling, PVC Georgian style double glazed window with views across the pretty front courtyard, PVC Georgian style window to rear, double radiator.

Kitchen And Breakfast Room 30' 1" x 14' 9" ( 9.17m x 4.50m )
Well fitted along two sides with an extensive range of stylish and contemporary bespoke floor and eye level units with high gloss doors, panel fronts and chrome handles, Quartz granite work surfaces with island unit and large breakfast bar, integrated Bosch Schott Ceran electric induction hob with a stainless steel canopy style extractor hood with glass surround and lights, two integrated stainless steel sinks with a powerful power jet chrome mixer tap, integrated aeg dishwasher, integrated Hoover wine cooler. Two tall storage larder units, two integrated Bosch fan assisted electric ovens, ceramic tiled floor throughout, space for the housing of two American style fridge freezers, exposed stone inglenook fireplace inset with a log and multifuel cast iron burner with stone hearth, two double radiators, PVC window with side garden aspect, PVC window with front garden aspect, PVC double glazed outer door to front courtyard. LED plinth lights.

Utility Room One 12' 6" x 7' 11" ( 3.81m x 2.41m )
With access to an outer hall with radiator and PVC Georgian style door with access to rear gardens. Well fitted along one side with high gloss contemporary floor and eye level units with chrome handles and solid work surfaces with a ceramic tiled surround, exposed beamed ceiling, radiator, PVC Georgian style window to rear.

Second Downstairs Cloakroom 6' 11" x 3' 7" ( 2.11m x 1.09m )
Suite comprising wall mounted wash hand basin with chrome mixer taps and pop-up waste, W.C., ceramic tiled floor and walls, PVC window to side, radiator.

Utility Room Two 8' 6" x 4' 5" ( 2.59m x 1.35m )
Approached from the kitchen, fitted along two sides with high gloss contemporary and stylish floor and eye level units with laminate work surfaces and chrome handles, incorporating a modern sink with mixer taps, vegetable cleaner, space with plumbing for an automatic washing machine, space for the housing of a tumble drier, space for the housing of a low level fridge, ceramic tiled floor and walls, ceiling with spotlights.

Sitting Room 19' 11" x 13' 6" ( 6.07m x 4.11m )
A stunning room with solid oak floor and exposed beamed ceilings, PVC double glazed Georgian style french doors opening on to the rear gardens, further double glazed Georgian style window overlooking the front courtyard gardens, square opening leading to...........

Sun Lounge 16' 3" x 15' maximum ( 4.95m x 4.57m maximum )
A large and versatile sun lounge conservatory, inset with a solid wood floor, cavity brick outer plinth walls surmounted by PVC double glazed Georgian style windows, inset with PVC french doors opening onto a block paved courtyard front garden, double radiator, standard ceiling with spotlights.

First Floor Landing
Three PVC double glazed Georgian style windows with rear aspect, spindle balustrade landing, exposed beamed ceiling.

Master Bedroom One 19' 10" x 15' 5" ( 6.05m x 4.70m )
Gracious room with an exposed beamed ceiling, elegant coloured leaded glass hexagon shaped window with side aspect, two further PVC Georgian style double glazed windows with front and rear aspect, double radiator.

Ensuite Shower Room 7' 2" x 4' 3" ( 2.18m x 1.30m )
White suite with walls largely ceramic tiled, ceramic tiled floor, shaped pedestal wash hand basin, W.C., separate ceramic tiled shower cubicle with Mira shower unit and glass shower door. Radiator, PVC double glazed Georgian window to front, beamed ceiling with spotlights.

Walk-In Wardrobe 7' 2" x 5' 5" ( 2.18m x 1.65m )
An extensive hanging and storage space, electric light.

Bedroom Two 16' 7" x 16' 3" ( 5.05m x 4.95m )
A large impressive bedroom with an exposed beamed ceiling, double radiator, PVC Georgian style double glazed window with pleasing front aspect across the courtyard gardens and towards adjacent fields.

Ensuite Shower Room 7' 1" x 4' 3" ( 2.16m x 1.30m )
Modern white Ideal standard suite with ceramic tiled floor and ceramic tiled walls, comprising shaped pedestal wash hand basin, corner shaped corner ceramic tiled cubicle with Mira shower unit and shaped clear glass sliding doors and screen, radiator, PVC Georgian style double glazed window to front, beamed ceiling with spotlights.

Ensuite Dressing Room/wardrobe 7' 2" x 5' 6" ( 2.18m x 1.68m )
With extensive hanging space and shelving, together with a small access leading to the roof space, electric ceiling light.

Bedroom Three 15' 9" x 12' 6" ( 4.80m x 3.81m )
A charming room, equipped with three Velux double glazed windows, three further PVC Georgian style side windows overlooking a side garden with pergola, ceiling with spotlights, double radiator.

First Floor Landing Continued
Built-in linen cupboard and a further built-in full height airing cupboard with copper hot water factory insulated tank. Two further PVC Georgian style windows overlooking front courtyard, radiator, part beamed ceiling with spotlights.

Ensuite Shower Room 10' 11" x 6' 2" ( 3.33m x 1.88m )
Stylish modern recently installed suite with limestone style ceramic tiled floor and walls, comprising double size shower with contemporary Mira shower unit and clear glass sliding doors, chrome fittings, shaped wash hand basin with a contemporary built out vanity unit, mixer taps and pop-up waste, W.C. With concealed cistern, double radiator, PVC Georgian style window to side, ceiling with spotlights, built-in bathroom full height cabinet, hardwood panelled outer door leading to second staircase providing direct access to the kitchen and breakfast room.

Built-In Wardobe 12' 6" x 3' 10" ( 3.81m x 1.17m )
Approached via double doors with leaded lights and brass handles, extensive hanging space and shelving.

Bedroom Four 18' 5" x 10' 6" ( 5.61m x 3.20m )
With an elegant hexagon shaped PVC double glazed leaded coloured glass front window, further PVC Georgian style double glazed window with front garden and courtyard aspect, double radiator.

Ensuite Shower Room 7' 8" x 6' 9" ( 2.34m x 2.06m )
Modern white suite with ceramic tiled walls, comprising shaped pedestal wash hand basin, low level W.C., separate ceramic tiled shower cubicle with New Team 3000 shower unit and glass shower door, PVC Georgian style window to side, radiator.

Walk-In Wardrobe/dressing Room 7' 8" x 6' 7" ( 2.34m x 2.01m )
A good size, fitted with extensive shelving and hanging space, electric light.

Family Bathroom 16' 8" x 7' 10" ( 5.08m x 2.39m )
A most impressive white Period style suite with ceramic tiled walls and exposed beamed high atrium style ceiling with spotlights, comprising a free standing roll top bath with gold effect mixer taps and mixer shower fitment, W.C. With hardwood toilet seat and china handle, large shaped pedestal wash hand basin, double radiator, PVC Georgian style window to rear, PVC Georgian style window to side.

Private Entrance Drive
Approached via private gates with side pillars and leading to a long sweeping entrance drive that leads into the front garden and continues to a large block paved turning area with parking for several vehicles and equipped with outside lights and water tap.

Double Carport 20' 11" x 20' 5" ( 6.38m x 6.22m )
Electric power and light.

Double Garage 22' 1" x 20' 10" ( 6.73m x 6.35m )
Approached via electronically controlled fob operated roller double width door. Electric power and light.

Home Office 14' 5" x 14' ( 4.39m x 4.27m )
Fully equipped private detached from the main house home office, independently approached from the courtyard via a PVC double glazed door with side screen window, extensive power points and light fitments, outer hall leading to downstairs cloakroom with W.C. And wash hand basin, plus additional PVC outer door.

Store Room

Hot Tub
Fully operational hot tub with a timber trellis surround with timber pitched roof.

Outdoor Swimming Pool
Large fully heated electrically powered outdoor swimming pool with cover and decked side sun terrace, bordered with timber garden seats and outside lighting. Approximate depth 1.8 meters continuos.

Breeze House
Open fronted breeze house with space for patio table and chairs beneath a rosemary tiled roof with timber outer pillars

Decked Sun Terrace
Large decked sun terrace inset with a summer house/storeroom, detached and fully equipped with electric power and light, edged with outside lights and trellising for full privacy.

Outside Lawn
Large main lawn, edged with high grown conifer trees and garden trees to afford maximum privacy and security.

Enclosed Garden
There is a further enclosed garden which could be turned into a menage or small paddock, currently with hard concrete flooring but bordered with outside walls to afford privacy and security.

HOME PROFILE: Well-planned home ready to go - News - North Andover Citizen

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Everything about this 22-year-old Colonial rates rave views. From the sweet arbor over the paver front walk that ends at a classic stoop — the house has black shutters, too — curb appeal, for example, is a "10." Colorful flowering perennials accent the neatly manicured lawn. Oh, the house is on a tree-lined street.

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OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, July 30, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

ADDRESS: 8 Morgan Drive, Danvers

BEDROOMS: 4

BATHROOMS: 3 full; 1 half

LIVING SPACE: 2,670 sq. ft.

PRICE: $699,900

 

Everything about this 22-year-old Colonial rates rave views.

From the sweet arbor over the paver front walk that ends at a classic stoop — the house has black shutters, too — curb appeal, for example, is a "10." Colorful flowering perennials accent the neatly manicured lawn. Oh, the house is on a tree-lined street.

That same rating continues inside starting immediately at the foyer, which is large enough for a chest/table. Hardwood flooring that begins here is also throughout the first floor. Then it gets better.

What you get

Multi-glass paned French doors open to a spacious dining room with double crown molding and detailed bump boards. Two-built-in, lighted corner cabinets as well as shadowbox wainscoting are classy traditional touches. Seating eight to 10-plus for dinner is very easy in this elegant room. Recessed ceiling lights are another plus.

Another dining area — albeit more casual but almost just as large as its formal counterpart — is open to a wonderfully spacious kitchen and has access to an exceptionally wide deck that overlooks the grounds. Full glass pane sliders also allow in natural light.

A sizable mudroom area with access to both the deck and the two-car garage is nearby. So is the laundry room that has full size machines and, for added convenience, a sink.

The U-shaped kitchen is a showcase of good (and thoughtful) planning. In addition to an excellent work triangle, this large room has more than an ample amount of cabinet and granite countertop space. The pantry is a bonus.

The step-down "L" not only seats three but also doubles the amount of available work/prep space. Built-in desk space adjacent to the kitchen’s eat-in space also works as a server.

The family room, however, is a wonderful treat. Big and bright, this room is an inviting retreat with a soaring cathedral ceiling and a floor-to-ceiling brick-front fireplace. Accommodating conversation and play areas simultaneously is easily doable in this large room that overlooks the grounds.

A half bathroom is also on the first floor.

More upstairs

Like the rest of the house, the master suite exemplifies good planning. Yes, the sleeping chamber is big enough for a king-sized bed and even though the entire house has central air conditioning, an attractive ceiling fan provides an excuse to open the windows and enjoy soft summer night breezes.

A big walk-in closet (lighted, of course) is a great perk.

Recently remodeled/renovated, the en suite bathroom is a head-turner — especially the large walk-in shower with a rain shower head that has modified barn sliding doors (in glass). These are simply stunning.

Two sinks, a tile floor and an in-bath linen closet demonstrate that "practical" was not overlooked.

Of the three remaining bedrooms on this level, one is big with a double closet and the other is really big. This huge space has an extra wide double closet and is very bright. A slightly smaller bedroom — think office/nursery — has an oversized double closet but its view of the back yard makes this a most desirable spot.

The shared full bathroom with a tub/shower combination is another nicely sized space. Two sinks make this user friendly too. A large linen/medicine closet is an added convenience.

A pull-down, stand up attic great for storage is accessible from this level.

Let us not forget …

The fully finished lower level has several surprises. One is a huge office with a wrap-around desk and custom built-in cabinetry. Another finished room works as a play room or exercise space. However, inasmuch as this level has a large closet and a full bathroom with a stand-up shower, creating an in-law or au pair suite are certainly other options.

Hardly average, the oversized two-car garage comes with extras, too. Built-in storage cabinets — and plenty of them — are useful for sports and garden equipment. They help keep the garage neat-looking, too.

Contact Craig Sager of Harborside Sotheby’s International Realty at 617-901-8707 or by email: craigsager@aol.com.

 

　

　

19 Ragamuffin Point, Halls Head, WA 6210 For Sale

Read article : 19 Ragamuffin Point, Halls Head, WA 6210 For Sale

This stunning 3 bedroom 2-bathroom home is located in one of Mandurahs premier locations, in Halls Head, just minutes walk from the heart of the CBD. You will love waking up to the glistening water, boats meandering by and the odd dolphin or two. It truly is a magical lifestyle.This stunning home was built in 2006 and no expense has been spared, offering both elegance and class. High ceilings and a neutral color scheme allow for natural light to radiate through the home, which brings a relaxed and welcoming vibe to every visitor.The kitchen is simply stunning, with granite benchtops, large bench space with breakfast bar, top quality MIELE appliances, soft close doors, integrated dishwasher, induction hot plate, ample storage it really must be seen to be appreciated. A home chefs dream! The kitchen overlooks the spacious meals and family living zone with sliding doors leading to the canal front with stunning water views. Large Alfresco area with built in BBQ connected to natural gas and bi fold doors, timber ceiling and ceiling fanMaster king suite with luxurious en suite, granite bench tops, oval spa bath, large shower with glass screen.Secondary bedrooms are all king size with double built in robesElectronic boat lifter, huge undercroft with kitchen facilities, outdoor shower.Ducted reverse cycle air-conditioning, alarm system, electric security gates and camera.Shoppers entry from double lock up garage with extra workbench space.Separate study/bedroomDouble French doors open to a spacious hall way, which leads to the fully enclosed alfresco area with built in BBQ connected to natural gas, which would be ideal for a pool table, bar or games area, and is accessible from both the family room and master bedroom and features bi-fold doors opening to a lovely garden area.The master suite offers a large, walk in robe, and a stunning en suite bathroom complete with a deep, oval spa bath, glass screen shower, double vanities, granite tops, floor to ceiling tiles and a separate toilet. A separate wing leads to bedrooms 2 & 3, both king sized with double built in robes, and a second bathroom with bath, glass screen shower, granite tops, floor to ceiling tiles services these bedrooms.The outside area features glass balustrading, poured limestone paved stairs leading to the lower level which consists of a large enclosed undercroft with kitchen facilities, outdoor shower, and a private jetty with an electric boat lifter. Im sure you will agree, there is nothing left to add to this fabulous home. All the work has been done, simply move in, relax and enjoy.Live your Waterfront Dream Call Bev Chadwick for a private inspection today.

1675 Lamington Rd, Bedminster, NJ 07921, Bedminster, New Jersey, United States For Sale

Read article : 1675 Lamington Rd, Bedminster, NJ 07921, Bedminster, New Jersey, United States For Sale

Firefly Farm is a captivating property set on woodlands management farmland-assessed land. It was transformed from a circa 1850 Pennsylvania barn into a luxurious residence in 2000. The result of a comprehensive re-design process is a comfortable home that interweaves 19th century features and modern amenities. Outside, a stone-walled bluestone courtyard, an in-ground swimming pool, green lawns and perennial gardens enhance the landscaped acreage.

Original appointments include rough-hewn ceiling beams, barn wood walls and ceilings, geometric trusses and wide plank pine wood floors. These details complement newer installations like a hot water radiant floor heating system serving most of the home, an updated kitchen combining old and new amenities, and spacious bedrooms. Oversized and transom-topped divided light windows brighten the open concept layout.

Introduced by French doors, the entry offers dramatic views into the open floor plan. Capped by a rough-hewn wood mantle, the walk-in stone fireplace is a commanding focal point in the living room. In the banquet-sized dining room, ambient lighting from wall sconces and spot lights are thoughtful features.

Truly the heart of this appealing home, a country kitchen contains painted wood cabinetry, granite counters, a center island with seating, built-in corner hutch, double soapstone farm sink and walk-in pantry. A full complement of appliances includes an electric cooktop, double oven, built-in microwave, dishwasher and Sub-Zero refrigerator. Windows surround a breakfast nook with a built-in bench. Nearby are the brick-floored mud room, well-appointed laundry room and powder room.

Reclaimed bricks were used to create a wood-burning fireplace in the library. Built-in cabinets and shelves, a wet bar with refrigerator, beamed ceilings and 12-inch wide distressed wood floors lend additional character to this handsome space.

Privately situated on the first floor, a master bedroom contains two walk-in closets and French doors to the courtyard. The master bath includes a jetted Jacuzzi tub, two sink vanities, separate shower and garden views.

A staircase to the second story is detailed with reclaimed newel post balusters and hand railing. There is an open loft/study plus three bedrooms. Additional living space in the basement is comprised of a play room/media room, exercise room with wood floors and three storage rooms.

Carla Beck Stables, Carla Beck Lane, Carleton, North Yorkshire - 5 bed - £409,500 - Dacre Son & Hartley

Read article : Carla Beck Stables, Carla Beck Lane, Carleton, North Yorkshire - 5 bed - £409,500 - Dacre Son & Hartley

Bedrooms: 5

A very substantial individual home providing five bedroom family accommodation together with ample parking, a double garage and mature gardens abutting open countryside on the edge of this sought after Craven village.

PRICE REDUCED FROM £415,000 JAN 10.

'NO FORWARD CHAIN'

GROUND FLOOR

Entrance Lobby .

Reception Hall with stairs to first floor having cupboard under, plasterwork and radiator.

Lounge having external door with exposed beam, feature stone fire place with full height chimneybreast and substantial timber lintel, stone flagged hearth and cast iron multifuel stove together with corner display plinths and built in alcove cupboard. Exposed stone features and recessed bookshelves, wall light point, french doors to rear garden, two radiators.

Dining Room with two wall light points, french door to front, radiator.

Breakfast Kitchen having a range of fitted base and wall units with white facades and splashbacks, granite effect laminate worktops including peninsular unit. One and a half bowl single drainer sink unit with mixer tap, Leisure Rangemaster double oven with four ring gas fired hob, griddle and warmer having Zephyr extractor hood in stainless steel finish, plumbing for dishwasher, radiator.

Sitting Room with elegant cast iron period fire place with tiled hearth and living flame gas fire, five wall light points, television point and radiator.

Bedroom Two/Study having pedestal wash basin, light/shaver point and radiator.

Bedroom Three with radiator.

Bedroom Four having pedestal wash basin, light/shaver point and radiator.

Bathroom with extensive tiling, three piece suite comprising panelled bath with Mira thermostatic power shower, pedestal wash basin, low suite wc, extractor fan, shaver point and radiator.

FIRST FLOOR

Landing having built in shelved linen cupboard.

Bedroom One with velux window, hanging space and radiator.

Bedroom Five having built in shelved store cupboard, spacious storage cubby hole with access to undereaves storage area, radiator.

Utility with laminate worktop, white glazed sink, velux window, plumbing for automatic washing machine, light and power installed, radiator.

Bathroom having part tiled and part panelled walls, suite including panelled bath with shower screen and Mira thermostatic power shower, pedestal wash basin with mixer tap, low suite wc and bidet. Built in cupboard housing Worcester gas fired boiler for central heating and hot water. Extractor fan, shaver point and radiator.

Sauna Cabin .

OUTSIDE To the front of the property is a generous stone flagged patio/terrace with good size lawned garden having mature trees, selection of fruit trees and a driveway providing ample parking facilities and giving access to an adjoining Garage 20'3" x 15'3" with front entrance doors, light and power installed as well as staircase to first floor Store Room above with velux window.

. To the rear of the property are secluded and enclosed southerly facing gardens which are established and with pleasant views over open fields towards woodland. These include a paved patio/sitting out area with garden pond, gravelled area with grassed rockery/banking behind.

SKI090578/TJU/JEB/05.11.09

As mentioned the property is located on the edge of Carleton village abutting open fields with delightful rural views. It is only a short distance from a very popular village of Carleton which is served by a variety of local amenities including a primary school, church, post office, general store, public house, village hall and sports ground. The historic market town of Skipton is within a short driving distance offering a wide range of shops and public communities and of course is renowned as the 'Gateway to the Dales'. It has several primary schools, secondary school and two of the country's top rated grammar schools. The other local towns of Keighley, Ilkley and Colne are all located nearby whilst the West Yorkshire and East Lancashire business centres are within comfortable daily commuting distance. Skipton is 35 minutes by train to Leeds with frequent connections to mainline East Coast rail. London is accessible in just over 2 hours. Carleton is accessible to the M65 linking both Manchester and its Airport.

5 bedroom detached house for sale in Over Town Lane, Rochdale, OL12, OL12

Read article : 5 bedroom detached house for sale in Over Town Lane, Rochdale, OL12, OL12

Key features

• Double integral garage
• Open plan kitchen, dining, family room
• Separate large lounge with bay window
• Master suite with dressing room and en-suite shower room
• 4 double bedrooms
• Fifth single bedroom/study
• French doors leading to garden
• Separate utility room

Full description

Greenbooth Village

An exceptional development of 42 luxury 3, 4 & 5 bedroom homes

The Millward Available from £474,995

A spacious five bedroom detached house, The Millward has an integral double garage and a large lounge with a traditional bay window to the front.

At the rear of the property, The Millward has a large contemporary fitted kitchen, with dining and family area, and set of French doors opening out into the garden. The ground floor also has a separate utility and WC.

On the first floor, the master bedroom suite has its own dressing room and en-suite shower room. Set around a bright and airy landing space with views out over the open countryside, are three further double bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room. There is also a fifth bedroom - a single bedroom or study - and family bathroom which is finished with contemporary sanitaryware and fittings.

Ground Floor		Metric		Imperial
Lounge		3408 x 5152mm		11' 2" x 16' 11"
Family/kitchen/diner		9456 x 3050mm		31' 0" x 10' 0"
WC		1933 x 936mm		6' 4" x 3' 1"
Uitlity room		1933 x 2000mm		6' 4" x 6' 6"
First Floor		Metric		Imperial
Bedroom 1		3894 x 3939mm		12' 10" x 12' 11"
Dressing room		1818 x 1675mm		6' 0" x 5' 6"
En-suite bedroom 1		1675 x 2020mm		5' 6" x 6' 7"
Bedroom 2		3408 x 3375mm		11' 2" x 11' 0"
En-suire bedroom 2		2525 x 1200mm		8' 4" x 3' 11"
Bedroom 3		3408 x 3550mm		11' 2" x 11' 8"
Bedroom 4		3174 x 2700mm		10' 5" x 8' 10"
Bedroom 5		2628 x 2060mm		8' 7" x 6' 9"
Family bathroom		2425 x 2060mm		8' 0" x 6' 9"

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5 bedroom detached house for sale in Mayne Close, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15

Read article : 5 bedroom detached house for sale in Mayne Close, Launceston, Cornwall, PL15

Key features

• Five Bedroom Detached Executive Home
• Four Bathrooms (Two Family & Two En-Suite)
• Large Lounge / Diner
• Double Garage & Driveway Parking
• Highly Sought After Quiet Residential Road
• EPC: C/72

Full description

Tenure: Freehold

***NO FORWARD CHAIN***

We are pleased to present this highly sought after 5 bedroom detached house with 2 reception rooms, 2 family bathrooms and 2 ensuites. Private south and west facing rear garden & delightful front garden giving the property real kerb appeal. The property is located further up St Stephens Hill from St Joseph's private school & walking distance from Launceston College. The double garage with the property is currently a reduced depth due to converted office & utility area being created by the previous owner. This can easily be re-instated back to a double garage or even a potential annexe (STPP).

LOCATION: 
Launceston is an historic market town situated in North Cornwall right on the Cornwall/Devon border offering good access to the Cornish coast and Bodmin Moor. The town is famous for the castle which dates back to medieval times and dominates the landscape sitting proudly at the highest point.
HALLWAY 
Stairs to first floor. Doors to lounge, downstairs cloakroom, kitchen and dining room. Laminate wood flooring.
CLOAKROOM 
Low level WC. Radiator. Corner wall mounted wash hand basin with tiled splashback. 'Vortice' extractor fan.
LOUNGE 
7.47m (into bay) x 3.53m - Wooden double glazed bay windows to front aspect. Television and telephone points. Decorative gas fire with marble surround and wooden mantle. Double French doors to rear patio area. Radiators.
DINING ROOM 
4.17m (into bay) x 2.97m - Wooden double glazed bay windows to front. Radiator. Telephone point. Laminate wood floors. Open archway into:
KITCHEN 
4.45m (into bay) x 3.25m - Range of wall and base units. Double glazed bay window. Radiator. Built-in fridge freezer and dishwasher. Ceramic sink with mixer tap and drainer. Doorway to:
FORMER UTILITY ROOM 
6'8" x 5'9"
The vendors have converted the utility room into a BESPOKE PRINCIPAL COOKING AREA with 'Countrychef' range style cooker, gas hob with electric double oven and grill, stainless steel 'Bellina' extractor hood canopy over. Worktop incorporating stainless steel sink and drainer. Washing machine. Radiator. Wall mounted 'Baxi Megaflo' boiler. Telephone point. Door to rear garden.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING 
Doors to bedrooms. Cupboard with 'Heatrae Sadia' hot water cylinder with immersion heater. Radiator. Family bathroom. Stairs to second floor.
MASTER BEDROOM 
15'8" x 10'7"
Double glazed window to front. Fitted wardrobes. Fitted dressing table. Radiator. Television and telephone points. Door to:
ENSUITE BATHROOM 
Obscured double glazed window. Panel enclosed bath with shower screen and 'Bristan Pisa' shower over. Separate tiled shower cubicle. Low level WC. Bidet. Vanity unit with top wash hand basin. Shaver point. Extractor fan. Radiator.
BEDROOM TWO 
12'8" x 11'8"
Double glazed window to front aspect. Telephone point. Radiator. Door to:
ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM 
Low level WC. Corner cubicle with 'Bristan Pisa' shower. Radiator. Double glazed obscured window to front. Wash hand basin set in vanity unit with storage cupboard below. Shaver point. 'Vortice' extractor fan.
BEDROOM THREE 
9'3" x 8'7"
Double glazed window to rear. Fitted wardrobe. Radiator.
FAMILY BATHROOM 
White panel enclosed bath with mixer taps. Shower screen with 'Bristan Pisa' shower over. Low level WC. Double glazed obscured window to rear. Radiator. Extractor. Wash hand basin with storage cupboard below. Shaver point.
SECOND FLOOR LANDING 
Loft access hatch. Doors to all rooms. Radiator.
BEDROOM FOUR 
16'3" x 11'10"
Dormer room. Fitted wardrobes. Double glazed window to front. Double glazed window to side with commanding views. Radiators. Television and telephone points. Roof window.
BATHROOM 
Panel enclosed bath with mixer tap. Hand held shower with screen. Low level WC. Double glazed obscured window to rear. Radiator. Vanity unit with wash hand basin inset. Shaver point.
BEDROOM FIVE 
16'3" x 11'10"
Dormer room. Fitted with wardrobes. Eaves storage to far end (accessed through the fitted wardrobes). Radiators. Roof window. Double glazed window to front. Television point. Telephone point.
REAR GARDEN 
A South and West facing garden with a patio area ideal for a summer barbeque. The rest of the garden is mainly laid to lawn. Outside tap. Steps down to:
UTILITY ROOM 
Access hatch to eaves storage with roof ladder. Tumble dryer included, vented to outside. Wall units. Wooden worktop. Door to:
OFFICE 
11'10" x 7'9"
Power and light connected. Dual aspect with double glazed windows to side and rear. Wall mounted electric heater. Telephone point.
. 
Outside the office is an external power point and sensor light.
OUTSIDE 
Gated side path to driveway and garage(s). Parking for 2 cars.
GARAGE 
17'6" x 9'
Double width. Partially reduced depth due to office conversion. Apex storage. Two up and over doors. Power and light. Fuses.

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