Constructed in the early 1800s, The Old Manse is one of the finest Georgian properties in the area. Set in about 3.65 acres of mature grounds, it is also very private. The house has a pleasing exterior being characterised by large symmetrical windows. A tall stone porch frames the large front door and a welcoming reception hall provides access to the main reception rooms, all of which have impressive proportions and are ideal for entertaining. The property has been modernised over the years but many of its original characteristics have been preserved. There are working window shutters in all the main reception rooms and there is an Adam style fire surround in the drawing room. There is also a fabulous butler's pantry complete with all its original cupboards. The kitchen is one of the key features of the property with its four oven AGA (with warming plate and gas hob module) at one end and a multi-fuel stove at the other. It has three large windows framing the best views from the house and has lots of space for relaxing, eating, cooking and socialising. The Old Manse also has useful ancillary rooms which include the pantry, larder (with original slate shelves and stone flooring), a cloakroom, utility room with an old Belfast sink and the former butler's pantry (now a linen room). There are two bedroom suites on the ground floor which would be ideal for accommodating guests, relatives or staff. The first, at the front of the house and accessed from the entrance hall, consists of a double bedroom with en suite shower room and a separate bathroom. The second is at the rear of the house and consists of two double bedrooms and a bathroom. This can be accessed from the back door without entering the main part of the house. There are five bedrooms on the first floor. The principal bedroom suite has a shower room and dressing room with superb built in storage. Bedroom 2 has an en suite shower room and bedroom 3 is currently used as an office but could easily be serviced by a separate bathroom which is also on the main landing. Two further double bedrooms and a bathroom are accessed from the half landing.

Garden
The garden extends to about 3.65 acres and over the last few years has been cut back and revitalised. A fabulous greenhouse has been built using recycled windows. A series of raised beds and a summer house sit on a ridge overlooking the River Isla. There are many other features including a croquet lawn, an orchard, a recently discovered Victorian rock garden and 39 species of endangered trees which were tagged and planted by previous owners.

Outbuildings Garage/workshop
Greenhouse
Log store
Development potential Outline planning permission (06/02107/OUT - lapsed) has previously been granted for one house to be built at the northern end of the garden.

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