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A Landmark Eight-Bedroom Smart Mansion of Approximately 9,824 sq ft, Set Behind Private Gates on One of Oadby’s Finest Roads Discreetly positioned on one of Oadby’s most prestigious tree-lined roads, The Gate is an exceptional private residence proudly brought to market by Harry Singh of Fine & Country. Set behind imposing private gates on Blackthorn Lane, just off Manor Road, this remarkable eight-bedroom mansion extends to approximately 9,824 sq ft and offers a rare combination of scale, privacy, smart-home technology, air conditioning, underfloor heating and exceptional entertaining space. Built and finished in 2015, this remarkable residence combines the presence of a traditional brick-built mansion with the comfort, technology and specification expected of a modern luxury home. Set behind imposing private gates, The Gate immediately makes a statement. A vast paved driveway provides parking for more than 15 vehicles, complemented by a four-car carport with electric vehicle charging and a double garage. The handsome façade, recessed entrance porch and beautifully balanced architecture create a strong sense of arrival, setting the tone for the scale and quality found within. The home opens into a magnificent double-height reception hall, finished with elegant tiled flooring, underfloor heating and a striking bespoke curved oak staircase with decorative ironwork. Above, the galleried landings and statement chandelier create a dramatic focal point, while the smart home features, air conditioning and underfloor heating throughout key areas ensure the property is as comfortable and functional as it is impressive. The ground floor has been designed for grand entertaining, family living and day-to-day practicality. From the reception hall, there is a coat room, guest cloakroom and a private office/study. To the front is a beautifully appointed formal lounge with a bay window, while a further family lounge opens directly onto the rear garden and connects seamlessly to the impressive orangery. The orangery is one of the signature spaces of the home, filled with natural light through large skylights and featuring underfloor heating and central air conditioning. With views across the garden and direct access outside, it offers a wonderful year-round entertaining space. At the heart of the home is a superb bespoke fitted kitchen, finished to an exceptional standard with a large central island, inset burners, premium integrated appliances, sleek cabinetry, elegant worktops, tiled flooring and underfloor heating. Designed for both family life and high-level entertaining, the kitchen also incorporates dining space and flows beautifully into the surrounding reception areas. Adjacent is a fully equipped spice kitchen, complete with gas hob, fitted oven, dishwasher, fridge, extensive storage and beautiful work surfaces — ideal for serious cooking while keeping the main kitchen immaculate for hosting. The ground floor also includes a boot room, utility area and internal access to the double garage, which itself benefits from tiled flooring and a skylight. A ground-floor bedroom with en-suite shower room provides excellent flexibility for guests, extended family, staff accommodation or multi-generational living. The first floor continues the grand sense of proportion. The bespoke staircase rises to a spectacular galleried landing, where a large front-facing window creates an elegant reading or seating area overlooking the approach to the property. Two principal bedroom suites sit on either side of the house, each offering generous sleeping accommodation, walk-in dressing rooms and luxurious en-suite facilities with steam shower features. One principal suite also benefits from a freestanding bath and a connecting door to an adjoining bedroom, creating the perfect private family suite arrangement. There are two further bedrooms on this floor served by a Jack and Jill en-suite shower room, along with a separate family bathroom with freestanding bath. The principal bedrooms and two further bedrooms benefit from air conditioning. The second floor offers two further substantial bedroom suites, both with walk-in dressing areas, en-suite facilities and air conditioning. One area is currently arranged with a laundry room, providing added convenience for a home of this scale. The galleried landing and open void continue the impressive architectural flow of the house. Outside, The Gate has been designed to offer privacy, presence and lifestyle appeal. To the front, the expansive gated driveway provides exceptional parking and turning space. To the rear, a large paved patio leads to an extensive lawned garden bordered by mature trees and established shrubbery, creating a private green backdrop ideal for family use, summer entertaining and outdoor living. Beyond the garden sits a substantial detached outbuilding, offering exciting flexibility. With a large living area, separate room and bathroom, it could be used as a private gym, cinema room, games suite, home office, guest accommodation or, subject to any necessary consents, an independent annexe. Blackthorn Lane is one of Oadby’s most desirable addresses, known for its tree-lined setting, substantial homes and proximity to Manor Road. Oadby offers excellent local amenities, highly regarded schooling, independent shops, restaurants and convenient access into Leicester city centre and surrounding road networks. The Gate is a rare offering — a modern mansion of almost 10,000 sq ft, combining scale, privacy, smart technology, air-conditioned accommodation, underfloor heating, extensive parking and exceptional entertaining space in one of Leicestershire’s most prestigious residential settings. Early private viewing is strongly recommended. Disclaimer: Important Information: Property Particulars: Although we endeavor to ensure the accuracy of property details we have not tested any services, equipment or fixtures and fittings. We give no guarantees that they are connected, in working order or fit for purpose. Floor Plans: Please note a floor plan is intended to show the relationship between rooms and does not reflect exact dimensions. Floor plans are produced for guidance only and are not to scale.
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PROPERTY SUMMARY This impressive 'Thomas Ellis Owen' Grade II Listed, herringbone brick fronted family home represents a unique opportunity to buy into a slice of history which many of us like to cultivate a touch of luxury in our lives, and what better way than by owning a spacious home, particularly one that enjoys the convenience of town living, yet with the character of its original early Victorian era, with a brick herringbone paved courtyard styled walled garden. This family home has the charm from its original build as well as the modern comforts of a home being geared for modern family life. From the front it is not easy to tell the extensive living space inside, on the lower ground floor is a dining room, kitchen, washroom and utility area with access to a semi-basement storage area, on the upper ground floor is a large sitting room with bay window, family room and cloakroom with four bedrooms, two bathrooms and dressing room on the upper two floors, there is also vehicular access leading to a car port/garage. The accommodation has 2550 sq ft of living space overall, having been restored within the framework of a Grade II Listed building, protecting both the buildings fine original details and the traditional way of living with some exposed floorboards, high skirting boards and wood framed windows with feature apertures. The convenient location is subject to residents permit car parking, but this home also benefits from private parking. ENTRANCE Brick retaining wall with pillared pedestrian gateway with soldier railings leading to quarry tiled pathway and main front door with original black furniture and door knocker, to the left hand side of the doorway is a herringbone design paved area with a step down to a further paved area to the front of the garage with low retaining walls with soldier railings over with double gates providing vehicular access, to the right hand side of the doorway is a matching herringbone design paved area with raised flower borders wrapping round to the right hand side of the property, brick retaining wall and fence panelling leading to: FOYER Quarry tiled flooring, arched topped windows to either side overlooking garden, wooden skirting boards, ornate cornice ceiling, internal part-glazed door leading to: HALLWAY Staircases to lower ground floor and primary reception landing. LOWER GROUND FLOOR Tiled flooring, roll top radiator, automated lighting, door to cellar/basement door to: DINING ROOM 16' 0 x 14' 1 into bay window (4.88m x 4.29m) Double glazed bay window to front with central window overlooking garden with wall lights to either side, vinyl tile effect flooring, windows to side aspect, tall contemporary style roll top radiator, surround fireplace with arched inlay, black power points, ceiling spotlights, smoke alarm. KITCHEN 15' 9 x 11' 1 (4.8m x 3.38m) Windows to front aspect with roller blinds overlooking garden, low level seating with drawer under, range of tall storage cupboards with central pull-out drawer, cupboard with internal power points, pan drawers, inset 1½ bowl Blanco sink unit with mixer tap, Quooker tap and drainer to one side, free standing Range style cooker with three rings and hotplate and ovens under, extractor hood, fan and light over, space for free standing American style fridge/freezer, integrated Bosch dishwasher with matching door, quartz work surface with matching splashback, range of shelving, ceiling spotlights, contemporary roll top radiator, glazed panelled door to hallway, matching flooring, door to: OUTER LOBBY Cloak hooks, recessed utility area with wash hand basin and cupboards under, tall storage cupboard, sink unit with mixer tap and shelf over, tall contemporary style radiator, matching flooring, narrow door leading to rear and garden. UTILITY AREA Work surface with inset sink, AEG washing machine and tumble dryer, glazed panelled door leading to garden and door to rear courtyard. BASEMENT/CELLAR Matching tile effect flooring, shelving and storage areas, wall mounted cupboard housing electric meter. PRIMARY LANDING Wooden flooring, balustrade staircase rising to upper floors, doors to primary rooms, window to side aspect, tall contemporary style roll top radiator. SITTING ROOM 16' 1 x 14' 8 into bay window (4.9m x 4.47m) Feature surround fireplace with Bio Ethanol burner (not tested), two tall roll top contemporary style radiators, bay window to side aspect overlooking garden and St. Jude's Church, matching wooden flooring, high skirting boards, architraves, ceiling coving, picture rail. FAMILY ROOM 16' 0 x 11' 4 (4.88m x 3.45m) Twin windows to front aspect, high skirting boards, wooden flooring, roll top radiator, architraves, ceiling coving, picture rail, surround fireplace with Bio Ethanol burner (not tested). CLOAKROOM Matching flooring, green tiles to walls, mirror, automated spotlights, window to side aspect, concealed cistern w.c., circular wash hand basin with mixer tap. FIRST FLOOR Mezzanine landing to front. WALK-IN WARDROBE 9' 7 x 6' 9 (2.92m x 2.06m) Range of open fronted hanging rails, double glazed window to front aspect with radiator under, recessed deep shelving to one wall. SECOND FLOOR Primary landing, staircase rising to top floor, doors to primary rooms. BEDROOM 2 16' 1 x 11' 4 (4.9m x 3.45m) Windows to front aspect, built-in storage cupboard/wardrobe housing new Vaillant Megaflo boiler supplying domestic hot water and central heating (not tested), range of shelving, surround fireplace with cast iron arch inlay, black power points, roll top radiator, built-in wardrobe. SHOWER ROOM / WET ROOM Recessed area with wash hand basin, mixer tap and cupboards under, mirror and lighting over, window to side aspect, heated towel rail, close coupled w.c., range of built-in storage cupboards to one wall, large shower cubicle with drying area to one end, drench style hood and separate shower attachment, fully ceramic tiled to floor and walls. BEDROOM 1 16' 2 x 12' 2 (4.93m x 3.71m) Windows overlooking St. Jude's Church, black power points, high skirting boards, roll top radiator, surround fireplace with cast iron inlay. TOP FLOOR Mezzanine landing to front with feature window, staircase rising to primary landing with balustrade access to loft space, doors to primary rooms. BEDROOM 4 16' 7 x 11' 4 (5.05m x 3.45m) Measurements taken from approximately 3' off floor level with eaves to front and rear ceilings restricting headroom, window to side aspect with radiator under, cast iron surround fireplace and grate, feature dormer window to front aspect with plantation shutter blinds, ceiling spotlights, smoke alarm. BATHROOM White suite comprising: panelled bath with black mixer tap and shower attachment, matching radiator, wash hand basin with mixer tap and drawer under, mirror over, shaver point, ceramic tiled to walls and floor with underfloor heating, concealed cistern w.c., slight eaves to side ceiling restricting headroom, skylight window with blind. BEDROOM 3 16' 4 x 12' 2 (4.98m x 3.71m) Measurements taken from approximately 3' off floor level with eaves to front and rear ceilings restricting headroom, skylight window, window to side aspect overlooking St. Jude's Church, wood surround fireplace with cast iron grate, contemporary roll top radiator, ceiling spotlights, smoke alarm. CAR PORT / GARAGE 11' 6 x 11' 1 (3.51m x 3.38m) Rear pedestrian door leading to store, wiring for E.V point, fluorescent tube lighting, electric shutter roller garage door with space to the front, overall depth of car port including hardstanding 20'. STORE 11' 6 x 6' 0 (3.51m x 1.83m) Door to rear courtyard. OUTSIDE To the entrance is a paved area leading to car port / garage with soldier railings gateway, herring bone design brick flooring wrapping round to the primary front garden with a retaining wall and fence panelling with raised flower beds, steps leading down to washroom. To the side is a small courtyard accessible from the utility room, further courtyard with doorway leading to the store. AGENTS NOTES Council Tax Band G - Portsmouth City Council Broadband – ADSL/FTTC Fibre Checker (openreach.com) Flood Risk – Refer to - (GOV.UK (check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk) AML Checks - By Law and in compliance with HMRC regulations, all agents are required to carry out Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks on any buyer(s) who submit a successful offer. A non-refundable administration fee of £60 inc. VAT to cover these costs is payable by the buyer(s) before the sales transaction can be progressed.
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A unique opportunity to own Fulbeck Manor, an outstanding Grade II*-listed 17th-century residence brimming with history and located in the desirable Lincolnshire cliff village of Fulbeck. Set in around five acres (STS), Fulbeck Manor immediately impresses with its scale and grandeur. This is a country home of exceptional character and distinction. Inside, the manor offers well-proportioned rooms with high ceilings and many original features. Period details include an original c17th-century staircase, mahogany doors, and mullioned windows that fill the interior with light. The versatile layout includes several reception rooms, notably the grand formal dining room with an oak floor and room for a 20-seat table, and the drawing room with a triple-aspect bay window overlooking the grounds and valley. Upstairs, eight bedrooms are arranged across two floors. The top floor includes a self-contained suite with two bedrooms, a sitting room/further bedroom, kitchen/dining room, and bathroom ideal for multigenerational living, guests or letting. The grounds comprise formal gardens, two paddocks, a tennis court and a range of outbuildings. A triple garage/stores/office offers potential for conversion (STP). Despite its peaceful setting, the property is just 9 miles from Grantham, with direct rail connections to London and beyond. Homes of this significance seldom reach the open market. This is a rare chance to become the next custodian of a remarkable English manor. Key Features: A spectacular Grade II* listed 17th-century manor house A property of tremendous historical significance, with abundant original features Situated in the sought-after village of Fulbeck Set within approximately 5 acres (STS) Far-reaching countryside views Eight bedrooms across two floors Well-presented and in good decorative order throughout Beautifully proportioned reception rooms Main entrance porch with a magnificent mahogany front door and wood panelling 27ft light-filled drawing room with triple aspect bay windows, glorious country views and French doors to the grounds 24ft x 19ft formal dining room with a spectacular feature fireplace and solid oak floor Spacious, light-filled kitchen/dining room Handmade oak kitchen cabinets, an AGA, a double oven and an induction hob Secondary porch entrance off the kitchen Large utility room Dedicated snug/study with ample cupboards and an inglenook fireplace with a large log burner Downstairs WC with wood-panelled walls Striking c17th century staircase with hand-carved balusters Secondary staircase at the opposite side of the manor Small cellar First floor: Five generously sized bedrooms (all at least double) with pretty mullion windows Principal bedroom (with en-suite) features a glorious triple-aspect window and delightful country views Shower room WC Second floor: Three bedrooms (one could be used as a sitting room) Self-contained with a separate kitchen/dining room and a bathroom Kitchen and bathroom recently modernised Period features such as pretty mullion windows Separate electrical supply and immersion heater for hot water General: Opportunities to further enhance the property (subject to listed building and planning consents) Secondary glazing in most rooms Ample storage space throughout Intelligent sensor-based heating system Outdoor security lighting, 13 cameras and an alarm system Stone wall surrounds the estate Paddocks divided by estate fencing Grounds: Substantial formal gardens (including unusual and rare trees) Two grassland paddocks with a water supply Tennis court Sweeping gravel driveway to the front of the property Ample parking for multiple vehicles Triple garage with electric doors (could be converted into additional accommodation STP) Office/workshop Log and garden stores Outdoor WC Small oak-framed greenhouse Summer house Traditional ha-ha wall (sunk fence) Local area: Situated in a highly sought-after Lincolnshire cliff village Active local village community and sports amenities Easy access to Grantham, Lincoln, Newark and Sleaford Close to highly regarded grammar schools On bus routes between Lincoln and Grantham (good for local schools) History of the manor Dating from the 17th century and originally a parsonage, Fulbeck Manor was acquired by Charles Thorold Fane in the 1890s. Fane, who had grown up in the manor, added many features, such as mullioned windows and servants' quarters (later demolished). During World War II, the manor was requisitioned by the armed forces. Members of the First Airborne Division of the British Army were stationed at the property ahead of the Battle of Arnhem in 1944. In 2024, a five-day archaeological dig in the grounds uncovered historical artefacts from that period, as well as ancient relics believed to date back to the Stone Age. The property has been in the Fane family for more than 130 years. Seller Insights It's hard to put into words just how special Fulbeck Manor is. There's a real sense of grandeur about the manor, and it's full of character and charming features. The house and grounds have been in my family for over 130 years, which makes it incredibly special to me. Charles Thorold Fane, an ancestor of mine, grew up here when the house was still a parsonage. He later moved to London to pursue a career in banking, but when he returned to Lincolnshire, he chose to buy back his childhood home and our family has been here ever since. The house is full of historical connections, and we have a great deal of information we can share, including its requisitioning during the Second World War. It really does feel as though history is woven into the fabric of the manor. The dining room has a real wow factor. It's a great space for entertaining and you can comfortably seat 20 guests. One of my favourite spaces is the main reception room, which we call the drawing room. It's a beautiful room, with triple-aspect bay windows that look out across the valley the perfect place to sit, unwind, and take in the wonderful views. The house has a great sense of space and generous proportions with high ceilings and large rooms. In common with so many properties of this age, the walls are very thick and well insulated. Over the past few years, I've carried out various refurbishments to the house. I've modernised and recarpeted much of the top floor and installed new showers and suites on the upper floors. That said, there's still plenty of scope for a new owner to make their own mark, subject to the necessary planning and listed building consents. The garden has a lovely, Capability Browninspired feel, with some unusual trees, including a rare weeping beech and cedar trees. The grounds have been designed with easy maintenance in mind a robot lawnmower takes care of much of the work. Fulbeck is a very picturesque conservation village with many green spaces and an unusually large number of listed buildings. There's always something going on in the village. We have an excellent pub, The Hare and Hounds, as well as a sports and social club, a Grade I-listed church, and active village groups. Although I'm excited about starting a new chapter, I will be sad to leave Fulbeck Manor. It's a truly remarkable home, set in an idyllic village. I have many happy memories here, and I'm sure the next owners will treasure it just as much. Location Fulbeck is a charming and historic conservation village set along the Lincoln Cliff escarpment. The village is situated midway between Grantham and Lincoln. Fulbeck has a strong sense of community and a range of amenities, including a Grade I-listed church and the popular 17th-century Hare and Hounds pub, which offers fine dining and accommodation. Other amenities include a village hall and a sports and social club, with playing fields for football and cricket. Nearby Caythorpe (1 mile) offers a village shop with a post office, a medical practice, a garage, two pubs, and sports clubs. A wider range of facilities can be found in Grantham (9 miles), Sleaford (8 miles) and Newark (9 miles). Meanwhile, the historic city of Lincoln (approximately 15 miles) boasts a vibrant mix of history, culture and shopping. The surrounding area offers a wealth of leisure opportunities. Belton House, set within 1,300 acres of National Trust parkland, features walking trails, a miniature railway, and a large adventure playground. Other nearby attractions include Belton Woods Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort, Elms Farm Equestrian Centre and Ancaster Leisure, the region's largest outdoor activity centre. There are numerous walking and cycling routes nearby, including the popular 149-mile Viking Way, which passes east of Fulbeck. The village also benefits from excellent transport links, with easy access to the A1, A17 and A46. Regular rail services run from Grantham to London King's Cross (journey time: around 70 minutes), Nottingham, Peterborough and other major cities. Schools The local area is served by an excellent range of primary and secondary schools. The neighbouring village of Caythorpe (just over 1 mile away) has its own primary school (rated 'Good' by Ofsted). For secondary education, William Robertson Academy is located a short drive away in Welbourn (also rated 'Good' by Ofsted). Meanwhile, Sleaford (8 miles) has two highly rated grammar schools Carre's Grammar School (for boys) and Kesteven & Sleaford High School (for girls) and St. George's Academy (a mixed, non-selective secondary). Grantham, about 9 miles away, is home to two more grammar schools The King's School (for boys) and Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School. Other popular choices include the Priory LSST, often ranked among the top schools in the country. Independent schools in the area include Grantham Prep, Highfields (in Newark) and the Lincoln Minster Schools (prep and senior). Prospective buyers should check the latest admissions policies and catchment areas directly with the relevant local authorities. Please note: mileages are all approximate. Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage; oil-fired heating and immersion heaters in a couple of rooms Local Authority: South Kesteven District Council Council Tax Band: G EPC: Exempt Tenure: Freehold Viewings Strictly by appointment with Fine & Country Lincoln
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Believed to date from the 17th century, the farmhouse retains a wealth of original character features recognised by its Grade II listing, including impressive inglenook fireplaces, exposed beams and period detailing throughout. The accommodation is both welcoming and practical, centred around a traditional farmhouse dining kitchen with Aga, spacious sitting room, dining room, study and useful ancillary spaces including a utility room, cloakroom and attached double garage. Upstairs are three generous south-facing double bedrooms, the principal bedroom has ensuite facilities and there is a large family bathroom. Outside, mature gardens provide privacy and attractive outdoor living space, while a substantial stable block offers exceptional versatility for equestrian, business or leisure pursuits. Additional barns present exciting opportunities for restoration and future development, subject to the necessary consents. The surrounding land further enhances the property's lifestyle appeal, making Church House Farm an exceptional country home with remarkable flexibility and potential. This has been a family home for the last 30 years; it’s now time for the next generation to come and enjoy all it has to offer. Location Woodplumpton is a highly desirable village, offering an appealing blend of countryside tranquility and everyday convenience. Surrounded by attractive Lancashire farmland yet situated just a few miles north of Preston, the village enjoys a strong sense of community centred around its historic church, village pub and well-regarded primary school. Residents benefit from easy access to excellent road networks (via the M55 and M6), making commuting to Preston, Lancaster, Manchester and beyond remarkably straightforward, whilst still enjoying the slower pace and close community associated with village life. The surrounding countryside provides wonderful opportunities for walking, cycling and outdoor pursuits, and nearby villages and market towns offer a wide range of additional amenities. For those seeking a rural lifestyle without sacrificing connectivity, Woodplumpton strikes a rare and enviable balance between peace, practicality and community spirit. Setting the scene In recognition of the age and original period features, Historic England has classified Church House Farm as a Grade II Listed Building. Their online listing refers to the house as: Farmhouse, now house. Early to mid-C17, altered. Handmade brick, slate roof. Three-bay baffle-entry plan. Two storeys; 1st floor band, the wall above this now covered by C20 applied half-timbering with plastered panels; board door in line with ridge chimney at junction of 2nd and 3rd bays, four 4-pane sashes at ground floor and 3 casements above. Rear also altered. Interior: ground floor retains principal elements of C17 structure: back-to-back inglenook fireplaces in 2nd and 3rd bays, the former with stopped 1/4-round moulded bressummer and firewindow (altered), the latter with stop-chamfered bressumer; these rooms have beams matching the bressumers, lateral in the 2nd bay and longitudinal in the 3rd; staircase off rear left corner of 2nd bay, former staircase in front right corner of 3rd bay removed; service-end doorways from 2nd bay. Rich in character and period charm, this former farmhouse retains a wealth of original features that create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Two impressive inglenook fireplaces provide striking focal points, with the larger inglenook in the sitting room housing a wood-burning stove, while a second in the kitchen beautifully frames the Aga. The dining room features an attractive red-brick chimney breast and fireplace surround, and whilst not currently housing an open fire, it adds further character. Exposed ceiling beams run throughout the property, complemented in the dining room and study by tongue-and-groove boarded ceilings set between the beams, enhancing the home's traditional farmhouse appeal. In keeping with the property's heritage, boarded internal doors, although not original, have been carefully chosen to blend sympathetically with the period features and contribute to the home's unique charm. Step inside The property can be approached from either the attractive front porch or, as is more commonly the case for everyday living, via the spacious garden hall at the rear, conveniently positioned adjacent to the parking area and garage. Both entrances provide a warm and welcoming first impression. Entering through the front porch, a small inner hall forms the heart of the ground floor, with the kitchen to one side and the sitting room to the other. The dining kitchen is the epitome of a traditional farmhouse kitchen, beautifully fitted with classically styled cabinets painted in a soft buttermilk shade, complemented by Corian work surfaces and a central island topped with granite; a cool surface perfect for pastry making. There is ample space for a family dining table and chairs, while even the family dog has been considered, with a cosy nook for a bed tucked in beside the Aga. Practicality is equally well catered for, with a useful utility room leading off the kitchen, providing access to the rear entrance, together with an internal door to the attached double garage. The garage benefits from an electric door and has been thoughtfully subdivided to include a convenient outside WC, ideal when working in the garden or fields. Returning to the inner hall, the sitting room is an impressively proportioned and immensely characterful space, perfectly suited to both everyday family life and entertaining guests. Beyond lies the atmospheric dining room, a room made for special occasions and festive gatherings, while a separate study offers an ideal home-working environment or could equally serve as a cosy snug or teenagers' retreat. To the rear of the house, the generous garden hall is a room in itself and provides an alternative entrance complete with a cloakroom fitted with a two-piece suite and ample room for coats and outdoor footwear. From the garden hall, stairs rise to the first-floor landing, where three well-proportioned double bedrooms enjoy a sunny south-facing aspect and all benefit from fitted wardrobes. The principal bedroom is served by an ensuite shower room comprising a shower enclosure, vanity unit and WC. The remaining two bedrooms are served by the surprisingly spacious family bathroom which, whilst reflecting its era, remains entirely functional and presents an excellent opportunity for new owners to update and personalise to their own taste. Step outside The outdoor space is a particular feature of Church House Farm, extending to approximately 1.81 acres in total and offering a rare combination of mature gardens, versatile outbuildings and useful grazing land. To the front of the property, the south-facing garden is attractively bordered by established trees and shrubs which provide both privacy and year-round interest, framing the kerb appeal of this striking period home. A driveway to the side leads through gates into a generous parking and turning area to the rear, providing ample space for multiple vehicles and access to the attached garage. Adjacent to the house, a paved seating terrace offers an ideal setting for outdoor dining and entertaining, with plenty of room for garden furniture to enjoy the peaceful surroundings where wildlife flourishes, a wide variety of birds visit whilst hares and deer have been seen in the field. Beyond a second gate lies one of the property's most distinctive assets: a substantial stable block offering exceptional versatility. Currently subdivided into loose boxes, an office, store, kitchenette and two cloakrooms, the building could readily continue in an equestrian role or be adapted to suit a wide range of alternative uses. It presents exciting possibilities for home offices, a gym, workshop, studio space or hobby rooms, while the removal of internal partitions would create an impressive open-plan area suitable for a variety of enterprises, subject to any necessary consents. Further complementing the property are a detached but derelict red-brick barn and the shell of a Dutch barn, both offering considerable scope for restoration, redevelopment or alternative uses, subject to the appropriate permissions. The remaining land forms most of the acreage and provides a wonderful extension of the property's lifestyle appeal. Whether utilised for small-scale animal husbandry, enjoyed as a haven for wildlife, or simply as a safe and exciting environment for children and dogs to explore, the grounds offer a wealth of possibilities. Collectively, Church House Farm presents a rare opportunity to embrace country living on the edge of a popular village, combining the space, freedom and versatility of a rural property with the convenience of excellent accessibility and everyday amenities within easy reach. Services Mains electricity, gas, water and drainage. Gas fired central heating from a Worcester boiler in the garage. Gas fired Aga. Boiler and heating to the stable block not in operation. Mobile and broadband services For information on broadband and mobile services at the property, we advise prospective purchasers to consult the Ofcom website: checker.ofcom.org.uk Local Authority charges Preston City Council – Council Tax band G Included in the sale Fitted carpets, curtains, curtain poles, blinds, light fittings and domestic appliances as follows: Aga, NEFF combination oven and grill, NEFF fridge freezer and Kenwood dishwasher. Available by way of further negotiation are the freestanding appliances comprising: Bosch washing machine, Hotpoint tumble dryer and Hotpoint fridge freezer. Directions what3words brave.mash.fits Download the what3words App or go online for directions straight to the property. Anti Money Laundering Regulations (AML) Due to the Money Laundering Regulations, now officially known as Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing and Transfer of Funds Regulations 2017 we are required to follow government legislation and carry out identification checks on all purchasers. We use a specialist third party company to conduct these checks at a charge of £48 inclusive of VAT per buyer once an offer has been accepted and you will be unable to proceed with the purchase of the property until these checks have been carried out. This charge is non-refundable.
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PROPERTY SUMMARY An exceptional opportunity to purchase an historic 16th century Grade II listed Manor House which is recorded as one the oldest houses in the village hamlet of Old Bedhampton. The Manor has two wing extensions created in the Victorian era and is understood to be the former home of Lord Sherborne and during World War II was owned by the Portsmouth News to use as alternate offices had their city premises been destroyed through bombing. The Grade II listed building stands proudly on grounds approaching one acre and provides flexible 7258 sq ft of living space including an impressive drawing room with dual aspect and four further ground floor reception rooms, one with a half-timbered wall. There are currently five principal bedrooms, three with ensuite facilities, plus a large dressing room, reading room and family bathroom. There is also a 31' fitted kitchen / breakfast room, cloakroom, utility room and a spacious boiler room / basement. Throughout the house is a state of the art HVAC system and underfloor heating to both the ground and first floor. A gate to the rear wall provides easy access to Bidbury Mead, local shops and amenities. A feature of the professionally landscaped garden is the ancient Irish Yew beyond which is an easily worked and productive vegetable garden and greenhouse. The front of the manor has a gated driveway with parking for numerous cars and accessed to detached garaging and a stunning oak panelled home 'Bar'. Old Bedhampton is located within approximately one mile to the west of Havant in a pleasant and peaceful hamlet, centred on the ancient village church, yet with good road and rail commutable links to all the major South Coast cities, the Southsea historic waterfront, Hayling Island and historic harbours. With mainline railway station from Havant providing access to London Waterloo in approximately one hour and fifteen minutes as well as local train services. An early internal viewing of this Manor House, which is located in a conservation area is strongly recommended in order to appreciate the accommodation on offer. ENTRANCE Via Edward Gardens, (a private unadopted road which is owned by the residents of Edward Gardens and The Manor). To the left hand side of the driveway is a floral bank with mature shrubs, evergreens and bushes (which are owned by The Manor) leading to sliding remote controlled vehicular gates with integrated pedestrian gate leading to large shingled turning and parking area with brick retaining walls, wooden built log store, to the right hand side of the property is a flagstone paved area and gateway leading to rear garden, directly to the front of the house are raised borders with roses bushes, flagstone pathways leading to main front door, directly in front of the garaging is a matching flagstone area with off road parking, this also wraps round to the left hand side of the property providing access to the bar, covered porch/boot room and gateway leading to rear garden. Black main front door with chrome furniture leading to: FOYER Tiled flagstone flooring, matted area, frosted windows to either side, pitched roof, ornate cornicing and high skirting boards, internal glass paved doorway leading to: ENTRANCE HALL 26' 4 x 9' 4 increasing to 15'0 (8.03m x 2.84m) High ceiling with coving and spotlights, tiled flagstone flooring, high skirting boards, dado rail and architraves, sash window to front aspect, balustrade staircase rising to galleried landing over with high ceiling measuring approximately 19' in height, understairs storage cupboard, doors to primary rooms, internal passageway with exposed beams, doors to further rooms, alarm panel, square opening leading to: INNER LOBBY Former servants staircase to rear wing, matching flooring. DRAWING ROOM 30' 8 x 17' 5 (9.35m x 5.31m) Large sash window to front aspect with shutters overlooking driveway, wooden flooring, high ceiling with coving and spotlights, wired-in alarm, high skirting boards, architraves, dado rail and wall cornicing, zoned lighting with dimmer switches, controls for underfloor heating, twin glazed doors with full height shutters leading to rear garden, chimney breast with glass fronted log burner. DINING ROOM 24' 1 x 13' 9 (7.34m x 4.19m) Twin glazed doors with full height shutters and windows to either side overlooking rear garden, wooden flooring, exposed brick surround fireplace, some exposed beams to rendered and painted walls, ceiling coving and spotlights, second door to hallway, zoned lighting, controls for underfloor heating, picture rail, built-in cupboard. SNUG / FAMILY ROOM 14' 8 x 14' 0 (4.47m x 4.27m) Large exposed brick inglenook style fireplace with wooden mantle over, log burner and brick hearth, recess to one side with shelving, wooden flooring, sash windows to rear aspect with deep sill overlooking garden, some exposed beams to walls with rendered and painted areas, controls for underfloor heating, high skirting boards. CLOAKROOM Concealed cistern w.c., high level window to front aspect, ceiling coving and spotlights, rectangular wash hand basin with drawers under and glass splashback, automated mirror and light over, wooden flooring. STUDY 9' 3 x 8' 9 (2.82m x 2.67m) Comprehensive range of tall built-in cupboards to two walls with hanging space and shelving, electric consumer board, manifolds for underfloor heating, wooden flooring, sash window to front aspect overlooking driveway, ceiling spotlights. BREAKFAST ROOM 31' 1 x 15' 8 (9.47m x 4.78m) Overall depth 31'1 x 15'8 opening directly into kitchen. High ceiling with exposed beam and meat hooks, ceiling coving and spotlights, tiled flooring, sash window to front aspect, stable style door to side aspect, wall mounted unit with work surface and wine store under, raised plinth with large log burner and bread oven to one side, door to hallway, square opening leading to morning room. KITCHEN 15' 8 x 13' 0 (4.78m x 3.96m) High level shelving, ceiling spotlights and coving, exposed beams, tiled flooring, rectangular opening leading to morning room, door to larder and cellar/basement. Comprehensive range of matching wall and floor units with granite work surface, range of appliances including Neff double ovens, hot plates, microwave oven with storage cupboards over and under, integrated dishwasher with matching door, twin bowl butler sink with mixer tap, window to side aspect, range of tall storage cupboards, integrated fridge and freezer with matching doors and pan drawers under, central island with part wood and granite work surface, five ring gas hob and pan drawers under, wine cooler. WALK-IN LARDER 7' 8 x 4' 3 (2.34m x 1.3m) Stone work surface with wooden shelving, ceiling coving and spotlights, window to rear aspect, exposed beams to walls, tiled flooring. MORNING ROOM 16' 0 x 11' 11 (4.88m x 3.63m) Twin doors leading to rear garden and patio area, windows to rear aspect overlooking garden, square opening leading to kitchen, range of storage units with wood block work surface over and open book shelving to one side, tiled flooring, door to: UTILITY ROOM 9' 6 x 9' 0 (2.9m x 2.74m) Work surface with Butler sink, tall larder style unit with range of shelving, storage cupboards over and under, tiled flooring, door to rear garden, frosted glazed window to side, panelled door. FIRST FLOOR Primary landing, sash window to front aspect, balustrade overlooking impressive hallway, wooden flooring, exposed beams to wall with painted and rendered walls, access to both wings. SHOWER ROOM Large shower with panelled door, drench style hood and separate shower attachment with wall mounted controls, Roca sink unit with mixer tap and drawers under, mirror and lighting over, sash window to front aspect overlooking driveway with smaller window to one side, concealed cistern w.c., and part dividing wall, tiled flooring, high ceiling with coving and spotlights, heated towel rail, panelled door. BEDROOM 3 14' 6 x 13' 6 (4.42m x 4.11m) Windows to rear aspect overlooking garden, ceiling coving, recess with exposed beams, wooden flooring, controls for underfloor heating, door to: EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM Shower cubicle with sliding panelled door, drench style hood and separate shower attachment, extractor fan, tiled flooring, wash hand basin with drawers under, mirror and lighting over, concealed cistern w.c. INNER LANDING Stairs rising up to north wing (former servants staircase) top floor, high ceiling, borrowed light from roof space, ceiling spotlights, wired-in alarm, walk-in airing cupboard with range of shelving, plumbing and wiring to form utility room, extractor fan. BEDROOM 2 22' 1 x 12' 3 (6.73m x 3.73m) Sash window to rear aspect overlooking garden and window to side, high ceiling with coving, ceiling spotlights, wooden flooring, high skirting boards, architraves, twin glazed doors leading to en-suite bathroom, access to: LARGE WALK-IN WARDROBE 8' 3 x 8' 0 (2.51m x 2.44m) Low level window to rear aspect, borrowed light window to landing, ceiling spotlights, panelled door, wooden flooring. EN-SUITE BATHROOM 14' 9 x 8' 1 (4.5m x 2.46m) Dual aspect windows to front and side, free standing double ended bath with chrome mixer tap and shower attachment, tiled splashback, tiled flooring and skirting boards, heated towel rail, concealed cistern w.c., shower cubicle with sliding panelled door, drench style hood and separate shower attachment with wall mounted controls, rectangular Roca sink unit with mixer tap and drawers under with mirror and lighting over, ceiling spotlights and coving. BEDROOM 5 13' 11 x 12' 2 (4.24m x 3.71m) Sash window to front aspect ceiling spotlights, wooden flooring with underfloor heating, panelled door. BEDROOM 4 13' 4 x 12' 2 (4.06m x 3.71m) Wooden flooring with underfloor heating, ceiling spotlights and coving, sash window to rear aspect overlooking garden. PRIMARY BEDROOM SUITE Incorporating bedroom 4. BEDROOM 1 21' 0 x 17' 10 (6.4m x 5.44m) Sash window to rear aspect overlooking garden and parkland beyond, high skirting boards, ceiling spotlights and coving, high level window to side aspect, staircase rising to dressing room, twin glazed doors leading to: EN-SUITE BATHROOM 16' 6 x 9' 2 (5.03m x 2.79m) Tiled flooring, to one end of the room is a large shower area with floor drain away, drench style hood and separate shower attachment, accessible from both ends with folding shower doors, chrome heated towel rail, double ended free standing bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, sash window to front aspect with shutters, twin sink unit with drawers under, mirror and lighting over, concealed cistern w.c., part tiled to walls, ceiling coving, extractor fan. TOP FLOOR SOUTH WING DRESSING ROOM 30' 9 x 11' 1 (9.37m x 3.38m) Eaves to side ceilings restricting headroom. Range of low level built-in cupboards and drawers to one wall, spotlights, extractor fan, range of built-in wardrobes to one wall with hanging space, sash window to rear aspect overlooking garden with heater under, access into loft storage space, to the front aspect is a further sash window with radiator under. NORTH WING READING ROOM 30' 7 x 10' 5 (9.32m x 3.18m) Measurements taken from approximately 3'0 off floor level with eaves to side ceilings. Sash window to front aspect with heater under, range of low level shelving and book shelving, range of cupboards, window to rear aspect overlooking garden with heater under. GARAGE 1 23' 5 x 12' 3 (7.14m x 3.73m) Twin doors to front aspect, pitched roof with wooden supporting beams, high fluorescent tube lighting, range of shelving to walls, leading to: GARAGE 2 18' 7 x 17' 11 (5.66m x 5.46m) Three doors to front aspect, pitched roof with wooden supporting beams, fluorescent tube lighting, power points. HOME BAR 23' 1 x 18' 9 (7.04m x 5.72m) At the far end of the garage barns is a purpose built bar, pitched roof with spotlights, oak panelled walls, exposed beams to ceiling, wooden flooring with coir matted area, tall built-in boiler, two radiators with covers over, oak panelling to walls, high level plate rack, pew style seating with stop cock and plumbing under, oak bar with brass furniture with range of shelving behind, mirrors and lighting, sink, power points. GARDENERS W.C. High level w.c. with chrome furniture, tiled to floor and walls, corner sink unit with mixer tap. WEST GARDEN To the left hand side of the property are sandstone pathways with raised brick borders, shrubs and evergreens, greenhouse leading to kitchen garden. EAST GARDEN Accessible from the utility room, morning room, dining room and drawing room, large sandstone patio with steps leading down to a professionally landscaped garden with range of Euonymus planted areas all enclosed with mature shrubs, outside power and water supply. AGENTS NOTES Council Tax Band G - Havant Borough Council Broadband – ASDL/FTTC Fibre Checker (openreach.com) Flood Risk – Refer to - (GOV.UK (check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk) AML Checks - By Law and in compliance with HMRC regulations, all agents are required to carry out Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks on any buyer(s) who submit a successful offer. A non-refundable administration fee of £60 inc. VAT to cover these costs is payable by the buyer(s) before the sales transaction can be progressed.
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A remarkable Grade II Listed country estate of exceptional character, set within approximately 22 acres of private grounds in one of the Wirral’s most sought after locations. A HOME OF DISTINCTION, HISTORY AND RARE PRESENCE There are homes that impress through sheer scale, and then there are homes that leave a lasting impression through something far more difficult to create; atmosphere, provenance and soul. Hidden discreetly within approximately 22 acres of beautifully arranged grounds and approached via a sweeping, private driveway through rolling paddocks, Stanacres is a truly remarkable Neo-Gothic manor house of exceptional architectural significance. Built between 1849 and 1851 for Anglesey timber merchant Owen Jones and designed by celebrated architect Charles Verelst, this substantial Grade II Listed residence extends to almost 8,000 sq ft and represents a rare opportunity to acquire a home where history, lifestyle and modern family living sit in complete harmony. Beyond its striking façade and architectural detailing lies a home that has evolved through generations, one that has welcomed merchants, ship owners and notable residents through its doors and played host to remarkable moments over almost two centuries. Today, Stanacres remains every inch the grand country residence it was intended to be, while providing the warmth, flexibility and practicality demanded by contemporary life. A MAGNIFICENT ARRIVAL The journey to Stanacres is an experience in itself. A long private drive winds gracefully through approximately eleven acres of front paddocks where horses graze peacefully and wildlife regularly appears along the route including hares, pheasants, ducks, geese and buzzards among them. Anticipation builds until the house finally reveals itself amongst its mature landscape. Arriving home here feels entirely removed from everyday life. The sense of privacy is extraordinary, yet despite this seclusion, Thornton Hough village and excellent transport links remain only moments away. ARCHITECTURE DESIGNED TO INSPIRE Stepping through the impressive entrance immediately reveals the craftsmanship and detail that define Stanacres. The scale is captivating. Soaring ceilings, intricate detailing, remarkable proportions and beautifully preserved original features create an immediate sense of grandeur. The stencilled emblem of the Port of Liverpool coat of arms above the staircase remain as a subtle reminder of the home’s fascinating origins and its connection to Liverpool’s maritime heritage. Throughout the house, period character has been thoughtfully preserved and enhanced through extensive restoration works undertaken by the current owners, ensuring that the property’s heritage remains intact while allowing it to function effortlessly as a modern, family home. ELEGANT SPACES FOR LIVING AND ENTERTAINING Stanacres was clearly designed as a house for entertaining and celebration. The principal reception rooms are exceptional in both scale and atmosphere. The formal drawing room is particularly breathtaking, with parquet flooring, a marble fireplace and magnificent French doors opening directly onto the gardens. In warmer months the outside landscape appears to spill effortlessly indoors, while in winter the open fire creates a wonderfully intimate atmosphere. The sitting room offers a more relaxed setting with a log burner and stunning full height windows framing uninterrupted views across the lawns and lake beyond. The formal dining room provides perhaps the greatest sense of occasion of all. Beneath an extraordinary ceiling, this is a room that feels destined for celebrations, family gatherings and unforgettable dinner parties. THE HEART OF THE HOME The kitchen retains a wonderful sense of authenticity and proportion. At its centre sits the traditional AGA, surrounded by bespoke cabinetry and generous preparation space, creating a room perfectly suited to both family life and larger scale entertaining. Overlooking the courtyard and former stables beyond, the space offers exciting future potential should a purchaser wish to further evolve or enlarge the kitchen arrangement. A separate utility and preparation room further enhances practicality and supports the seamless flow expected of a home of this calibre. ACCOMMODATION OF REMARKABLE SCALE AND FLEXIBILITY Across the upper floors, Stanacres continues to impress. The principal suite is exceptional, featuring a luxurious ensuite with underfloor heating, twin basins, a rolltop bath and spectacular views stretching across the estate. In total there are eight generous double bedrooms, six benefiting from ensuite facilities, along with dressing rooms and additional flexible accommodation spaces. Original fireplaces, elevated views and architectural detailing continue throughout. The upper floor provides enormous versatility and could easily accommodate guest suites, independent living arrangements, home offices, creative studios and an extensive range of family requirements. EXTRAORDINARY POTENTIAL BELOW Beneath the house lies a remarkable lower ground floor spanning almost the full footprint of the property. Historically used as workshops, wine stores, offices, game larders, an original ice room and storage areas, this vast space presents an exceptional opportunity for future owners. A private wellness suite, gymnasium, cinema room, contemporary wine cellar or further leisure facilities could all be incorporated while complementing the home’s historic fabric. LANDSCAPED GROUNDS OF NATIONAL SIGNIFICANCE The gardens and grounds at Stanacres are every bit as remarkable as the house itself. Designed by renowned landscape architect Edward Kemp, whose work on Birkenhead Park famously influenced the design of New York’s Central Park, the grounds themselves form part of the property’s extraordinary story. Extending to approximately twenty two acres overall, the estate includes approximately five acres of formal gardens surrounding the house and a magnificent private 1.5 acre lake. Paddocks and grazing complete the grounds and a stone gazebo and entertaining area, former stables and outbuilding are the perfect compliment. The grounds have become a natural sanctuary rich with wildlife. Spring in particular transforms the estate into something almost magical. Rhododendrons burst into colour, ducklings and goslings arrive on the lake, owlets emerge among the trees and the landscape awakens with extraordinary life. For equestrian buyers particularly, the neighbouring Olympic standard facilities create an exceptionally compelling lifestyle opportunity. Equally, the land offers scope for a variety of country pursuits and leisure interests. A VILLAGE LIFESTYLE THAT IS DIFFICULT TO REPLICATE Thornton Hough remains one of The Wirral’s most desirable villages and has retained the quintessential character that makes it so sought after. Picture postcard cottages, excellent pubs, highly regarded schooling and wonderful countryside walks create an exceptional lifestyle environment. The award winning spa and dining facilities at Thornton Hall Hotel sit nearby, alongside restaurants, cafés, golf facilities, equestrian amenities and the renowned village community itself. Despite the wonderfully rural feel, excellent connectivity places Liverpool, Chester, Manchester, North Wales and the motorway network all within convenient reach. A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO BECOME PART OF ITS STORY Stanacres is far more than a substantial country house. It is a home that has hosted remarkable lives and extraordinary memories; from merchants and polo players to private performances by world renowned musicians. Yet despite nearly two centuries of history, there remains an unmistakable sense that the story here is still unfolding. For its next custodians, the opportunity is not simply to acquire a magnificent residence but to become part of its legacy. VENDOR INSIGHT – STANACRES When did you first find this home, what first drew you to it, and what was it that instantly captured your heart? “Having lived in suburban properties all of our lives, even though we had a lovely 5 bedroom Victorian property in half an acre, we were looking for something “different”. When we saw Stanacres with its striking Gothic architecture, grand rooms with intricate detailing and its own lake all in a rural setting but just a few miles away, we knew we’d found something special.” Following those first impressions, how has your connection deepened over time, things like the architecture, the setting, the atmosphere and experiences all play a part? “Over time you get used to the impressive, high ceilings and huge doors and windows, the expansive lawns, the lake and the seclusion of being nestled in the countryside. You just come to think of it as home. It’s only when you have visitors that you are reminded how special the property is and how privileged you are to live there.” How would you describe the feeling of arriving home, whether at the end of a busy day, after a weekend trip or simply just a few hours away? “Arriving home after any trip you always have the anticipation of seeing what wildlife you can spot on the fields down the drive. Regulars include hares, rabbits, the occasional stoat or weasel, geese with goslings and ducks with ducklings in Spring, the resident heron, pheasants, partridge and buzzards. By the time you reach the house there are usually some horses observing you break their tranquillity as you arrive home and have a sense of pride and awe that you actually live here.” Tell us a little about the home’s history. Have you made any changes or additions that you feel have enhanced its character or functionality? “Stanacres was built between 1849-1851 for an Anglesey timber merchant Owen Jones who shipped timber into Liverpool hence the coat of arms of the Port of Liverpool stencilled on the main staircase. The architect was Charles Verelst (formerly Reed) who was the Chair of the Liverpool branch of RIBA at the time. The gardens were laid out by Edward Kemp, author of “How to lay out a garden”, who had been instrumental in laying out Birkenhead Park which was a new concept at that time and was the basis for the design of Central Park in New York. Since then, Stanacres is shown to have had many notable residents including ship owners, wine merchants and seed merchants many of whom had an extensive staff of gardeners, grooms, butlers, footmen, maids, cooks, nurses, coachmen and stockmen. Stanacres also featured in Pevsner & Hubbard’s Cheshire Volume of The Buildings of England. The work undertaken during our time at Stanacres has been to help bring it back to its impressive best.” Is there a particular feature or detail that holds special meaning for you? “One specific feature that holds great memories for us is the stone gazebo as part of the walled garden overlooking the lawn and lake. During the Covid lockdowns of early 2020 we spent a lot of time as a family there when the weather was not quite warm enough to sit out of the protection from the south westerly breeze that the gazebo must have been built to shelter occupants from. We had so many memorable times that upon reflection now, we didn’t feel confined at all.” Which spaces do you find yourself gravitating to most, and why? “One place in the house that gets very good use is to sit at the full height windows in the rear lounge overlooking the lawn and lake. It’s like having your own nature reserve right there in front of you. We have seen wildlife right close up that we have only ever seen on TV before.” How does your home make day to day living feel special? Whether it’s morning light in the kitchen, cosy evenings by the fire, or garden views that never get old? “With fantastic country views from (nearly) all elevations of the house you feel so much more connected with the weather and the seasons. The large windows allow the sunshine to stream in and warm you, but in the colder months it’s cosy and warm in front of the open fire or log burner. The views over the lawns and the lake and the fields out front change with every season but some of the best views are from the rear of the house where on a clear day you can see over to Moel Famau in the Welsh Hills.” What time of year does the property feel most magical, and why? “As we transition from cold wet and dark winter into the warmth and brightness of spring, the grounds of Stanacres transform into a green and flowering, somewhat enchanting garden. The leaves sprout on the trees, the Rhododendrons burst into flower and before you know it there’s ducklings and baby moorhens on the lake, goslings on the field, fledgling owlets fluttering over the lawn, herons nesting on one of the islands, woodpecker chicks chirping for food from the nest in the chestnut tree and many more species of birds nesting than I would care to try and name. The farm and equestrian neighbours help the feel of rejuvenation with lambs and foals in the fields and paddock most years too.” For families, what do you feel makes this such a wonderful place to raise children? “Having brought our three sons to Stanacres when they were around the end-of-primary to start-of-secondary school ages we’ve seen how the property can prove a great play ground at all ages. As younger children they and their friends would have a great time exploring the grounds and the house itself or boating on the lake (sometimes also in the lake) with supervision. As young teens it’s ideal for indoor or outdoor “sit-offs”, playing end-to-end football on the lawn or razzing a dirt bike or motor buggy up and down the fields. As older teens they found enjoyment having somewhere to invite friends from school or the rugby club and give the smoke detectors a good try out. One year they had a festival on the fields where about 40 of them camped and barbequed into the night all out of earshot of us. There must have been over 20 hatchbacks along the drive. Along with many New Years Eve parties we’ve hosted a parent’s 80th on the lawn and a 25th wedding anniversary party with marquees, DJ and an Abba tribute act in the garden. The stone gazebo also makes a great bar by the way. In summary Stanacres makes a wonderful family home not only for special events but for day to day family living. Everyone has enough of their own space but it still feels like a family home.” How would you describe the local community and the lifestyle on offer? “We’ve found the local community most welcoming and have made many friendships that have endured and will last long into the future. As well as friendships forged at the school gates with many other parents there are also other places to get to know people including the local 17th century thatched pub and the equidistant rugby club (along with Stanacres known in our house as the “magic triangle”). You will meet people there from all walks of life and in our experience you can easily be asked to join a golf society, shooting club, squash club, lunch club, walking group or just go for coffee and a chat at one of the local cafes.” Are there favourite local spots, cafés, pubs, restaurants, walks, hidden gems etc that really capture the spirit of living here? “Very close by there are three pubs (all of which serve a great Sunday roast), a couple of cafes, a hotel with gym, wellness and beauty, various restaurants, a livery and equestrian centre, two shoots, numerous walks across countryside that it’s hard to believe is so close to suburbia and easy access to many bars and restaurants in Heswall or Parkgate.” What do you think the next owners will fall in love with most? “The next owners are likely to have an historic interest (if the walls of Stanacres could talk there must be so many stories to tell), perhaps an appreciation of architecture, an enjoyment of the seclusion and wildlife, maybe an interest in equestrian or country pursuits or maybe just the fact that it’s definitely different and special.” Who do you imagine would feel most at home here? “Stanacres will appeal to people for a range of possible reasons but at the end of the day it makes a fabulous family home.” As you prepare to move on, what will you miss most and what will you take with you in your memories? “One of the things we will miss most is stepping outside the front door and seeing no other houses, only countryside. That said, as our sons (supposedly) reach adulthood and move away, it is time for us to move on from a special place that has been part of a wonderful phase in our lives and allow Stanacres to give to someone else what it has given to us.” Additional Information Services: Mains electricity and water. Private drainage (Shared septic tank). Oil heating. Council Tax: Band H. Local Authority: Wirral. Tenure: Freehold. Broadband: (Information taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk) Standard – 12 Mpbs (highest available download speed) – 1 Mpbs (highest available upload speed) Mobile coverage: Good outdoor (Information taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk) We always recommend you contact your supplier to discuss the availability of broadband and mobile coverage at this property. 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