Shelford Road, Radcliffe-On-Trent, Nottingham

Discreetly tucked away and unassuming from the front, this deceptively spacious six-bedroom detached home is a hidden gem in the heart of Radcliffe on Trent. Originally built around 1863 for a wealthy Nottingham-based lace manufacturer, this is one of only three properties constructed for that purpose. Over time, it has been thoughtfully extended and enhanced, evolving into a sprawling Victorian residence that gracefully showcases its period heritage. Notable features include high ceilings, large sash windows, intricate external brickwork, and an abundance of light throughout.

The current owners have made significant improvements over the past five years, including tasteful redecoration throughout, the addition of new bathrooms, the conversion of a former store into a home office, and the installation of Velux windows and shutters to the front elevation. The home offers an exceptional blend of period charm and modern functionality, with the versatility of a self-contained annex area and generous reception space for family living and entertaining.

Situated within walking distance of Radcliffe on Trent village centre, the property benefits from glorious private gardens, off-street parking for several vehicles, and a double garage, all securely set behind electric gates.

Step Inside... - The front door opens into a welcoming reception hall featuring decorative Moduleo flooring and half-panelled walls, setting the tone for the character and warmth that flows throughout the home.

Leading to the left, the hallway passes a stylish cloakroom fitted with Moduleo flooring, a wash hand basin and WC, and continues into a practical boot room. This space includes wall-mounted storage for coats and shoes, and benefits from both internal access to the property’s left wing and an external door opening onto the charming courtyard decking.

The boot room also provides access to the wonderful home study, a generously proportioned workspace that could alternatively be used as another reception room, play room or music room.

Directly opposite the front door is an internal doorway that leads into the heart of the home – an expansive dining kitchen with exceptionally high ceilings and a sense of grandeur. The large dining area enjoys direct access to a spacious courtyard garden via patio doors, making it an ideal spot for both casual family meals and entertaining. The kitchen is defined by a magnificent arched window to the front and is fitted with light green cabinetry topped with black speckled worktops. An AGA and electric double oven provide both style and substance, while a one and a half bowl sink with integrated dishwasher sits below the window. A staircase rises from the kitchen with custom wine rack and shelving beneath.

A door from the kitchen leads into the conservatory at the side of the house, currently used as a playroom. This space offers excellent potential and the vendors have drawn up plans to replace it with a brick-built pantry, if desired (subject to relevant planning consents if required).

To the rear of the dining kitchen, a door opens into the formal sitting room, a spectacular space that spans the full width of the house. This elegant room is flooded with light from two sets of original bay windows with doors opening out onto the rear garden, perfectly framing the views beyond. With wood flooring and beautiful architectural symmetry, the room is zoned into two areas – a cosy seating area arranged around a log burner set in an ornate painted wood surround with granite hearth, and a music area to the right, featuring a decorative marble fireplace with stacked logs. Elegant arches flank the fireplace, with one acting as a window and the other fitted with shelving and cupboards for display and storage.

Left Wing... - Accessible from the boot room, the left wing of the property offers excellent potential as a self-contained annex or integrated family living space. The family room is generously proportioned, with a large window overlooking the courtyard garden and characterful details including exposed brickwork and beams.

A door leads into the utility room, which has been finished to a high standard with contemporary grey shaker units, wood-effect laminate countertops, and a striking oversized pot sink set against a feature tile backsplash. An exposed brick wall adds charm, while there is ample storage and undercounter space for appliances. This room also provides internal access to the double garage.

From the family room, a door opens into an internal hallway with stairs rising to the sixth bedroom – an exceptionally large king-size room with exposed beams and brickwork. Velux windows make the space bright and inviting. An en suite bathroom includes an electric shower, wash hand basin set in a vanity unit, and WC.

And So To Bed... - Stairs from the main dining kitchen rise to a bright first-floor landing that provides access to three of the main bedrooms. A hallway from the landing leads to the principal suite, a shared bathroom, and an additional fifth bedroom.

The principal bedroom is an indulgent retreat, entered through a dressing area with mirrored built-in wardrobes. This opens into a spacious king-size bedroom with vaulted ceilings and a large window overlooking the rear garden. A step leads up into a luxurious open-plan en suite bathroom, fully tiled in marble and bathed in natural light from Velux windows. It features a freestanding bath with telephone-style shower head, his and hers wash hand basins set within a wide vanity unit, a walk-in rainfall shower, towel radiator, and a separate WC.

The second bedroom is a large double room situated to the rear with garden views and its own en suite, including a rainfall shower, wash hand basin in a vanity unit, and WC. There are two further generously proportioned double bedrooms, one facing the front and the other to the rear, as well as a fifth smaller double room.

Completing the accommodation is the shared family bathroom, which features distinctive tiled flooring, a large bath with shower overhead, vanity unit with wash hand basin, and WC.

Gardens - The property is set behind a brick wall and approached via sliding electric gates that open onto a gravel driveway with parking for at least two cars. This leads to a double garage with two electric up-and-over doors and internal cabinetry for storage. A slabbed pathway connects the front door to a wrought iron gate that provides access along the side of the house.

To the rear lies a truly remarkable and secluded garden – a hidden oasis with winding pathways, multiple seating areas, and mature planting. Adjacent to the dining kitchen and accessed via patio doors or the boot room is a beautifully enclosed courtyard garden – a private, decked area bordered by an historic building wall with an open window feature looking onto the main garden, ideal for alfresco dining or quiet relaxation. A gate through this wall leads to the rear garden.

A block-paved terrace runs across the rear elevation, linking the sitting room doors to the wider garden. A formal lawn stretches out to the rear with a large raised deck to the left, creating a further outdoor seating area. The block-paved path meanders through deep, well-stocked beds filled with mature shrubs, leading to an additional sheltered patio area nestled among trees.
At the far end of the garden is a second lawn with a sunken trampoline, providing an ideal play space. Boundaries are marked by a brick wall to the left, with hedging to the rear and right, offering a high degree of privacy and tranquillity.

Local Area - The village of Radcliffe on Trent is much favoured by purchasers who seek good local amenities, which abound including a range of shops, supermarkets, schools, health centre, optician and dentist, regular public transport services (both bus and rail) and several public houses and restaurants.

The village also enjoys good road access via the A52 to the A46 Fosse Way leading north to Newark (quick rail link to London Kings Cross) and south to Leicester and M1 (J21a) and the A52 direct to Grantham, where the A1 trunk road is also accessible. Rail connections are also good, the local line from the village station connects to the Nottingham Midland station, which has a regular service to London St. Pancras.

Finer Details - Local Authority: Rushcliffe Borough Council
Council Tax Band: G

Tenure: Freehold
Possession: Vacant upon completion

EPC Rating: 60 | D
EPC Rating Potential: 79 | C

Services - Mains water, drainage, gas and electricity are understood to be connected. The property has a gas boiler. None of the services or appliances have been tested by the agent.

Fixtures & Fittings - Every effort has been made to omit any fixtures belonging to the Vendor in the description of the property and the property is sold subject to the Vendor's right to the removal of, or payment for, as the case may be, any such fittings, etc. whether mentioned in these particulars or not.