A wonderful village house of considerable charm and character, with extensive accommodation, a range of outbuildings, tennis court and wonderful established gardens.
Dating from approximately 1860, Leycourt is a charming period farmhouse constructed from attractive red brick elevations under slate and pantile roofs. In 1984 the current vendor added a two storey extension to the front of the property to create a drawing room and superb principal bedroom. The work was carried out to an extremely high standard with materials sourced to ensure the extension blends seamlessly with the original building.
The well-proportioned accommodation extends to an impressive 6,162 sq ft (572.5 sq m approximately) and offers tremendous versatility, suitable for a variety of uses and is flooded with light from large sash windows. Although the property has been beautifully maintained over the years, it provides prospective purchasers with a wonderful opportunity to acquire a substantial family home which can be reconfigured to their own particular taste and standard
Historical Note
Constructed with red brick foundations, timber frame and weatherboard clad elevations under a pantile roof, the barn at Leycourt is Grade II listed being of architectural or historical interest and dating from the late 18th century or early 19th century.
Outside
Leycourt, which is set well back from the road is approached via a long, tree lined gravel driveway and through an electronically operated gate leading to the charming courtyard which is surrounded by the house and outbuildings.
Ample parking space is available within the courtyard along with a double Car Port with 2 electric charging points and garage 15'8 x 15'7 sq ft (4.78m x 4.76m) with double timber doors, power and light, currently used as a store room. The courtyard features a variety of shrub and flower beds which include an olive tree and delightful raised rose garden.
The remaining outbuildings comprise a workshop 20'8 x 15'2 (6.31m x 4.63m) with electric up and over door, power and light, tack room 15'5 x 8'0 (4.70m x 2.43m), four stables and Grade II listed barn 43'2 x 18'3 (13.16m x 5.56m).
The beautifully maintained gardens and grounds are a particularly fine feature of the property. Mature trees and bushes provide a high level of privacy and there is a large area of well-maintained lawn, interspersed with a wide variety of shrubs, flower beds, bushes and trees, including small orchard. A charming paved terrace adjoins the westerly elevation and provides a delightful area for al fresco dining or relaxation while enjoying views over the gardens. To the south of the stables lies an informal area of garden containing a large shrub bed with a wide variety of flowers and plants including a plum tree. There is also a vegetable garden and greenhouse, and access to a fenced, hard surface tennis court and paddock, which enjoys un-spoilt views over open countryside
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