An attractive period home with a contemporary annexe wing situated in idyllic countryside with open views and large paddock.
Approached off a no-through country lane and a long driveway stands this impressive period home, which has had the benefit of a contemporary annexe addition which can be enjoyed as part of the home or as a self contained space.
Situated in Gare Hill with open country views over the surrounding countryside and woodland this impressive home enjoys a large level garden as well as a 4.5 acre paddock.
Inside the home is a welcoming entrance hall with cloak/shower room leading off. There is access to the sitting room with a feature fireplace and inset wood burner as well as French doors leading out to the gardens. The dining room/study offers a large entertaining space and dual aspect with open views. The large kitchen/diner is very much the heart of the home and still has its feature Rayburn as well as space for a range style cooker. There are ample storage options as well as space for a large dining table.
Leading off the kitchen is a breakfast room that links the main home to the annexe. This acts as an overflow space for either unit as well as provides access to the gardens and boasts further storage options and a breakfast bar with open country views.
To the first floor in the house are 3 double bedrooms and a family shower room. The principle bedroom has the benefit of a large en-suite bath/shower room. There is a cloakroom leading off one of the bedrooms and there is a shower room to accommodate both further bedrooms.
The annexe cottage works well as a self contained space or can be enjoyed as part of the main home. With a contemporary build style the property has a light spacious feel making the most of the beautiful country setting the property occupies. The accommodation comprises of a spacious living room with tall ceilings, feature wood burner and a wall of bi-fold doors that fold back and lead out to the timber balcony that wraps around and enjoys views over the paddock. Leading off is a practical kitchen and an en-suite bedroom.
Gardens and Grounds
This impressive home enjoys gardens and grounds of approximately 5.4 acres. There is a long gravel driveway that leads from the lane down to the house flanked by level lawns and impressive conifer trees. This leads to a large parking/turning area and barn style garage/workshop. The garage/workshop comprises of a double garage, large workshop, store area to the rear and enclosed area for the oil tank. The gardens wrap around the house and comprise of lawns, vegetable produce area and seating areas. The open views and idyllic setting can be enjoyed from most parts of the gardens which are a real joy. There is also access from the gardens into the the large 4.5 acre paddock. The paddock is gently sloping and predominantly enclosed by post and rail fencing.
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The views from this property are simply delightful.
Matthew PeglerProperty agent