luxury house for sale Harrington, United Kingdom

A fantastic opportunity to embark upon a splendid country lifestyle in the grand residence of Woodhall Spa Manor in the well-served, historic village of Woodhall Spa. Idyllically located between the world famous Hotchkin and Bracken Golf Courses with stunning, far-reaching views across the manicured courses, it is just a minute's walk from the first tee. Approached along a tree lined road, the red-brick Manor is set in picturesque gardens within a wooded environment and leafy grounds of 3 acres. Dating back to the Georgian period and predominantly from the Edwardian era, it offers 12 stylish bedrooms and 7 splendid reception rooms, all presented in immaculate order and decorated to the highest standards. Sellers Insight: “We’d been happily living in London. Like so many, ‘a little place in the country’ was also our dream and passion. For two years we searched high and low, and visited many places all over the country: a stately home in South Wales, a Tudor mansion in Norfolk, a Manor hotel in the Isle of Wight, a grand private residence in the Cotswolds… but still no place seemed to be right.” “Then, one day in early 2013, we visited Woodhall Spa and were immediately attracted to this elegant and charming village. It is located in the centre of Lincolnshire and known as the ‘Jewel in the Crown’ of the county. When we drove along the long estate road, flanked by the serried ranks of linden trees, we caught our first magical glimpse of the Manor. As we passed massive horse chestnuts, beeches, and high rhododendrons, heavy with their mass of purple and pink blossoms, the imposing grandeur of the whole building suddenly presented itself. A rather special place to call home!” “The renovation was a huge learning curve – and there were plenty of surprises in the process. Many times we wondered what we had done, leaving all the certainty behind and moving into uncharted territory. Still, we were determined to stick with it! During the refurbishment, we were extremely careful in retaining the existing original features such as fluted brass curtain poles with decorative chasing and adding appropriate fittings like the much-admired gold, cast iron radiators and the numerous large crystal chandeliers.” “Remodelling the grounds was a question of working with a sizeable amount of lawn and very mature woodland in about equal measure. We cut a secret meandering path through the woodland which leads you to the honeysuckle hideaway, a little area directly overlooking the tenth tee of the Bracken Golf Course. It’s the perfect place to catch the last rays of the setting sun whilst enjoying the sweeping views into the distance down the 10th and 18th fairways.” “Rejuvenating the sunken garden was a real pleasure. Now, the semi-wild area is a peaceful place to go and relax, surrounded by a high canopy of silver birches, beeches, oaks, ash and yew trees. You can just sit inside the pavilion and watch the lively fish and the trickling fountain, with birdsong all around. It’s been an absolute hit with everyone who has seen it and, whilst it’s hosted many wedding ceremonies, it has also been the perfect alfresco setting for many joyful family drinks parties.” “The west terrace is another one of our favourite places for outdoor entertaining. In the summer months, the sun sets late over the golf course and the front of the Manor and terrace are bathed in a yellow glow, whilst the range of Narnia-like outdoor post lights illuminate the grounds long after the sun has set.”    “This is an absolute nature-lover’s paradise too. We enjoy marvelling at such an abundance of wonderful wildlife: from muntjac deer to hares openly grazing on the front lawn, to brimstones, peacocks, orange tips and red admiral butterflies fluttering around the buddleia, to the myriad dragon and damsel flies dancing in the sky, to the countless birds such as pheasants, partridge, mallards, owls, woodpeckers and jays that nest in the grounds.” “Winters are lovely here. Even it’s cold and snowy outside, the fantastic radiators keep the Manor so toasty and then of course, there’s the amazing open fire in the hall which gives the place such a warm, snug and homely atmosphere – especially at Christmas time.” “What a contrast to life in London!” “This delightful property is essentially in three distinct parts and creates many possibilities: a beautiful country mansion as a getaway haven, a comfortable multi-generational family home, a spiritual and well-being retreat, a unique holiday let for those seeking an income, or a ready-made hotel and events venue. The main part of the Manor is currently run as an award-winning luxurious weddings and parties venue, which could be continued as a turn-key business.” Historic Importance Woodhall Spa Manor is intrinsically linked to the development of the village from its formative years as a fashionable inland spa resort and its continuing connection to the world renowned Hotchkin Golf Course. A small hunting lodge stood on the manor site in the late 18th century. Originally known as Woodhall Lodge, it was acquired by landowner Thomas Hotchkin and became his favourite of all his manors throughout Rutland and Lincolnshire. In the late 1830s, when the famous mineral water was discovered for its exceptional health-giving properties, he capitalised on it by improving the well and building the first hotel and bathhouse here, after which the village flourished as a spa resort. Four further generations of the Hotchkin family lived here and it was Stafford Vere Hotchkin, who designed and created the famous golf course bearing his name, and who also considerably extended the Manor. Around 1905, the east and west wings were built, leaving the front entrance wholly Georgian. The magnificent staircase, the handsome fireplaces and the mahogany panelling all date from this period of high elegance. In 1965 the property was sold to the National Farmers Union and converted into offices as the company’s regional headquarters, then sold in 1980s to a local businessman, who continued to run it as offices. In 2013 the current owners attentively renovated the building and landscaped the grounds, renaming the property as Woodhall Spa Manor. Key Features: • One of Woodhall Spa’s most historic and prestigious properties • Prime location with spectacular views overlooking the adjacent golf courses • Tranquil and idyllic setting in attractive leafy grounds • Substantial, elegant Georgian and Edwardian country manor • Magnificent reception hall with sweeping staircase and period fireplace • Oak panelled library with original Jacobean carving • Majestic Queens room with mahogany inglenook fireplace and parquet floor • Impressive reception rooms with floor-to-ceiling sash windows • 12 individually furnished and spacious en suite bedrooms on the first floor • Self-contained apartment on the second floor with 4 further bedrooms • A large, kitchen-dining room and a commercial kitchen • A number of utility rooms, storerooms and ground floor washrooms • 2 garages, a workshop and several adjoining storerooms • 2 more separate staircases for accessing west and east wings • Gated driveway leads to expansive gravel park to side and front • Enclosed rear courtyard with separate access • 3 acres of grounds with extensive lawns and numerous mature trees • Enchanting sunken garden with a formal fishpond and a white pavilion • Secret meandering woodland walk • Fully fitted with intruder alarm, fire alarm, smoke detectors and emergency lights Location In the heart of Lincolnshire, Woodhall Spa Manor is located 5 miles from the old Roman town of Horncastle, the ‘gateway to The Wolds’, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, 15 miles southeast of the historic city of Lincoln and 23 miles west of sandy beaches on England’s east coast. The charming village of Woodhall Spa, noted for its mineral springs, its Second World War association with the RAF Dambuster Squadron, and its top international golf courses on the doorstep of the Manor, is the centre of a conservation area. For well over a century, it has remained a popular and interesting place for visitors of all ages with a great variety of attractions. A short walk from the Manor takes you through the Pinewoods, 19 acres of woodland where the ‘Kinema in the Woods’ offers a unique movie experience containing the last remaining rear screen projector in the country, and where the Spa Baths are currently being restored and due to open to the public again soon. Into the heart of the village, top attractions include the Cottage Museum, the Petwood Gardens and the Jubilee Park - a community owned sports and fitness complex that includes a heated outdoor pool, tennis courts, a cricket pitch, croquet lawns and a bowling green. There is a wide range of independent shops as well as a Sainsbury’s and a Co-op, two primary schools, two GP surgeries, a dental practice, an optician, a vets’ practice, a library, two churches and a village hall. Every summer there is an exciting 1940s festival, a major event in the national calendar. For hikers, the Viking Way, a 147-mile footpath from the Humber Bridge to Oakham in Rutland, runs through the village. Schools In the middle of Woodhall Spa village, St. Andrew’s C of E Primary School is rated Good by Ofsted whilst the independent prep school St. Hugh’s is rated Outstanding. Secondary schools in the area include the Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School rated Outstanding and Banovallum School rated Good in Horncastle, and in Tattershall, Barnes Wallis Academy also rated Good. Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage; gas central heating Local Authority: East Lindsey District Council EPC Rating Main House: E EPC Rating Annexe (West Wing): C Tenure: Freehold

Located within this sought-after, exclusive development of five executive homes, this impressive, energy-efficient bespoke home has been designed with intricacy, offering approximately 5000 sq. ft in total. It reveals a family home infused with modern design and magnificent economical and contemporary features. Externally, the property enjoys private south-facing gardens (nearing 0.5 acres), a spacious slate sun terrace, extensive parking, and an oversized double garage. On entering this superb home, you are greeted by a spacious galleried hallway flooded with natural light. The hallway features a double built-in coat and shoe cupboard with a hanging rail and shelving, as well as a quality cloakroom/wc which includes a free-standing Roca hand basin and tap. The open-plan, quality family kitchen is a notable feature, ideal for anyone who loves entertaining. It is equipped with a range of integrated appliances, including a Meile induction hob with an integrated extractor and two wine fridges, complemented by Calcutta Quartz work surfaces. The kitchen is further enhanced by a central Calcutta Quartz Island with stools. Adjacent to the kitchen is the vaulted family sitting and dining area with bi-folding doors, a space flooded with natural light that seamlessly connects to the outside terrace, ideal for socialising. The lounge is an impressive, vaulted room with an exposed brick Inglenook fireplace featuring a bespoke oak beam, a Chesney wood-burning stove inset, and oversized French doors providing access to the well-appointed sun terrace. The sitting room, enjoys a Contura wood burning stove on a slate hearth, natural stone feature wall, oversized French doors access the south-facing sun terrace, mood lighting and surround sound. Complementing the ground floor is a spacious home office, providing ample space for multiple users and a well-appointed utility room with fitted appliances and quality fitted units. The first-floor galleried landing is accessed via a contemporary oak and glass staircase. Through the doors, you'll find the following rooms: The luxurious vaulted principal suite, notable for its full-height glazed apex and dressing room equipped with fitted wardrobes boasting a generous mix of hanging rails, shelving, and drawers, along with a luxurious en suite shower room. Bedroom two is a wonderful, vaulted suite with a walk-through dressing room and a quality en suite shower room. Bedroom three enjoys an en suite shower room, while two further bedrooms enjoy the well-appointed family bathroom, featuring an oversized freestanding stone bathtub that centres the room. The Gables is accessed by communal electric gates into the development and features an extensive granite-chipped driveway on the north and east sides, providing ample parking space for multiple cars. Stunning up-and-down exterior lights surround the entire property. A slate path and a feature step lead up to the front door. The south-facing garden and sun terrace are enclosed by fencing, ensuring complete privacy. Additionally, there is a large granite-chipped wood storage area, located to the rear of the garage and utility room, fully enclosed by fencing and a gate. The spacious, raised slate sun terrace is truly breathtaking, spanning the entire width of the rear of the house. It is the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the south-facing gardens during lovely spring and summer days and nights. The terrace offers ample space for outdoor living and dining, seamlessly flowing from the kitchen, family sitting/dining room, and both lounges. All three rooms open onto the large sun terrace, making it an ideal space for hosting family gatherings and entertaining guests. The terrace leads to a vast lawn area, perfect for playing cricket or football, with enough space to accommodate an outdoor swimming pool in the future. The integrated, oversized double garage features an electric double roller shutter door. With numerous power points, full insulation, plastered walls, and underfloor heating, this garage can be used year-round. The plant room within the garage contains the Vaillant system air source heat pump controls, a Joule Hot Water Cylinder, and a water softener. With high specifications throughout, this energy-efficient home comes with economical features such as air source underfloor heating on the ground and first floors, solar panels, and mechanical heat recovery ventilation (MHRV). Solar reflective eco windows are installed on the south aspect, while the remaining windows are triple glazed. Other notable features include a standalone fingerprint recognition entry system, bespoke resin flooring, smart lighting, and electric blinds. It should also be noted that planning permission has been granted for a further double garage with a vaulted ceiling to be built on the side of the house. This addition includes a garden room with a wet room and an outdoor kitchen area with a built-in brick 'open' chimney for outdoor heating and cooking. The Gables is located a short distance away from the east coast resort of Skegness and Gibraltar Point, which enjoys an unspoilt coastline and landscape with impressive views and an abundance of diverse wildlife. Seacroft Golf Club is known as a hidden gem among the top courses of Great Britain and Ireland. It is a traditional links course tucked away on the Lincolnshire coast. The historic market towns of Spilsby, Louth, Alford and Horncastle are all within easy reach. Miles of sandy beaches stretch along the Lincolnshire coast. Located just over an hour away, the city of Lincoln radiates historical charm and vibrancy, characterised by its magnificent cathedral and castle towering high on the hill. The area is dotted with quaint shops, galleries, and museums, including the renowned Bailgate shopping district. Lincoln proudly hosts two universities and provides all the amenities one would anticipate in a major city. For those seeking access to destinations beyond and convenient commuting to London, frequent fast trains run from Lincoln to London King's Cross, taking approximately 2 hours. There are an abundance of excellent schools in the district including Skegness Grammar School, King Edward VI Academy in Spilsby, Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School in Alford and The Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School in Horncastle. Services: Mains electricity, water, and drainage; air source heating (underfloor heating downstairs and upstairs). Local Authority: East Lindsey District Council Tenure: Freehold Council Tax Band: G EPC Rating: B Sat Nav: PE25 1FT Contact: Adam Lascelles