Converted windmill and contemporary house with stunning views.
The Windmill is situated on the edge of the village in an elevated position, benefiting from the panoramic far reaching views over open countryside. A truly idyllic situation, private and secluded, with triple garage/office, gardens and paddock. In all about 2.7 acres.
The mill was built in 1832 and was a working mill until 1899 when it was then decommissioned. The current owners took over the Victorian building about 26 years ago, and bearing in mind the Grade II listing, have since sympathetically renovated and extended the property keeping intact original features and characteristics of the four storey mill tower. They have added the attractive wraparound mill house, which offers light and bright contemporary living accommodation, providing the perfect balance between old and new.
The mill tower and mill house are linked via a beautiful atrium/ reception hall, which is highlighted by the reclaimed York stone flooring and full length glass windows at either end, allowing plenty of natural light to flood through. The mill house comprises of the kitchen/breakfast room with quarry tiled floor and room for a dining table and chairs, oil fired Aga, double Belfast sink and space for freestanding fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Double glass doors lead out onto the paved south facing terrace. Steps down take you into the formal sitting room with high ceilings and stunning views across the gardens and paddock beyond. A Clearview wood burning stove takes the central viewpoint in the room, with French doors leading out onto the very pretty rear gardens. There is access to the study, utility and cloakroom and rear hall with stairs leading to the first floor. On the first floor are five bedrooms and two bathrooms all over looking the stunning views of the open countryside.
The mill tower is linked on the first floor by an open landing within the atrium leading through to principal bedrooms (one with en suite) and library at the top of the mill tower. The library has a domed ceiling with 360 degree views of countryside making an exceptional work space.
The circular ground floor dining/family room could have a multitude of uses as it offers so much space within the circumference and height of the room. The staircase leads up into the tower to the bedroom accommodation.
Outside is a triple garage with room above that could be used as an office or has the potential to be converted to an alternative living space subject to planning. There are wrap around formal gardens with a paddock ideal for horses, dog walking or children to play in. There is a stable which can also be used as a wood store or for garden machinery. The drive is private with gravel parking for several vehicles.
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I love the quirks and unique layout which takes advantage of the sunlight making it an exceptionally light bright place to live.
Sophie GannonProperty agent