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kitchen that we could fit a big, sociable table in,
and we added an extension with a new utility
room. It’s a totally unique and quirky house,
and it surprises everyone who comes in – most
people describe it as a Tardis!”

The property came with a washhouse in
the garden, which the couple have cleverly
converted into its own one-bedroom annexe:
“It’s now essentially a studio apartment, with
a kitchenette and shower room, and we added
a large pergola with a clear roof, which acts as
our outdoor living room.”

Put their own stamp on it they did; over the The result of all their work is a stunning family
decades, the McHales have transformed the home, which beautifully balances modern
property into their dream home, with various design ideas with the historic features of the
renovations. “We’ve extended upstairs to add property. “I love the combination of Scandi
two further bedrooms at the back,” says Kerri. style and the Victorian features,” says Kerri.
“It originally had three bedrooms, and we “I always try to make sure that whatever we
converted one bedroom into a dressing room. do is in keeping with the age of the house,
We also knocked the wall down between the but with a modern twist! I want it to feel warm
kitchen and the original utility, creating a large and welcoming.”

It’s a totally unique and quirky house, and it surprises everyone

who comes in – most people describe it as a Tardis!

Three decades later, and the family are truly who can be a great source of local knowledge.
at home in the property, with Kerri saying it’s We also spoke to builders and planners before
their ‘forever home’. With no more moves planning any big renovations. If you’re thinking
on the horizon, we asked what Kerri would that you’d like to stay in the property for a long
recommend for first-time buyers hoping to time, it’s definitely worth looking into schools,
find a long-term home of their own. local supermarkets, shops, restaurants, and
parks too.”
“Always do your homework! We knocked on
neighbours’ doors before purchasing, spoke to
locals, and made sure we did lots of walks and If you’d like to keep up with Kerri’s home renovations,
drives around the local area. You should pick you can follow on Instagram @1875endofterrace or
the brains of your solicitor estate agent too, @kerrimchale on TikTok.

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