Kim Kardashian didn’t “quite break the internet” this time around but striking a pose in her family home ahead of last weekend’s Hollywood Beauty Awards, she no doubt wanted to draw attention to her daring vintage Mugler gown. Her dress was certainly minimalist but so was her sprawling manor, leading some to ask why there was a clear lack of furniture in her gaff?
It’s true that some people go for chic and modern designs - clearly like Kim and Kayne - while others can’t get enough of vintage chic. Meanwhile some love to try and strike that balance between the two resulting in a home that’s less of a concrete museum and more of a cosy personal statement.
Most will agree that this spacious three bedroom property in Saintfield needs modernising yet look closer and you will see a cleverly thought out home with bags of potential and indeed some vintage gems that might well be worth keeping - like the patterned tiles in the bathroom - as you put your stamp on it and take it into the 21st Century.
Set on an elevated site on the outskirts of Saintfield village with easy access to its many amenities, including a range of schools, there is huge potential here. The property is meanwhile priced to factor in the modernisation that is needed.
Laid in rolling lawns with mature trees, ornamental shrubs and ample driveway parking, the property is also bounded on one side by a small stream. Meanwhile for those who enjoy the outdoors, the beautiful Rowallane Gardens are within easy walking distance and there is also a bowling green opposite this property.
The lounge in this family home is some 20ft long with dual aspect windows taking full advantage of this wonderfully elevated position. Double doors open into a formal dining room, again with a picture window over the front gardens. The dining kitchen too is 20ft long and the potential it offers is huge, especially if one were to knock through into the dining room to create a bright extended open plan living and dining space in line with current trends. The property also boasts a separate large utility room, WC and also a WC in the attached double garage. There is even a study room ideal for anyone who wants to work from home or use it as an ensuite shower room or dressing room. The possibilities offers by this already very practical layout are many and would appeal to a range of like minded purchasers.
And although the decor is dated, it would have been trendsetting in its heyday and of the best quality. Who knows, maybe in 30 years or so we will say the same about Kim and Kayne’s not so humble abode.
The true value of this home is in the potential it offers with a dash of imagination and very little effort.
For more information contact Pinpoint on 028 9068 2777.
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