Property description
Croker House is a substantial rural residence nestled upon a plot of 1.9 acres and having four large reception rooms, a 21ft breakfast kitchen, four double bedrooms and three bathrooms (including two en-suite shower rooms). There is also an adjoining annex, which offers huge potential to enhance/convert into a self-contained unit/games room etc. Magnificent views are enjoyed across the Cheshire plains as far reaching as the Welsh hills and, although benefiting from a tranquil position, the town/station of Macclesfield are only a short drive away. The property enjoys an approach along a private lane with paddocks positioned to either side and having the benefit of a stable and tack room. There are also extensive parking facilities for around 9 vehicles and a 19ft detached double garage. The delightful gardens have a large feature nature pond, lawned areas and a splendid terrace, from which to enjoy the magnificent open aspect. In brief the beautifully presented accommodation comprises; entrance hallway, dining room, living room, inner lobby and hallway, study, sitting room and a large breakfast kitchen, which adjoins the huge 19ft conservatory extension. There is also a utility room, ground floor wc and a useful cellar room. To the first floor a spacious light landing gives access into the four large double bedrooms and the spacious, beautifully appointed family bathroom. Viewing is a must to appreciate the stunning and tranquil location, the splendid open aspect and the fantastic size and quality of the accommodation.
Accommodation comprises:
* RECEPTION HALL
10'1" x 8'3" (3.08m x 2.52m)
Windows to two elevations, double glazed security door with glazed leaded inserts, oak flooring, radiator and glazed double doors leading to the dining room.
* DINING ROOM
16'3" x 11'5" (4.95m x 3.48m)
Door to lobby, radiator, window to rear elevation, steps leading down to the living room area.
* LIVING ROOM
14'6" x 14'6" (4.42m x 4.42m)
Windows to the front and side elevations, window seat, beautiful cast iron fireplace with decorative tiled inserts together with a magnificent period surround and matching hearth, beamed ceiling, radiator.
* LOBBY
7'4" x 6'0" (2.24m x 1.83m)
Doors to the inner hall, radiator.
* CELLAR
11'0" x 9'10" (3.35m x 3m)
Approached by way of a return staircase with half landing featuring panelled walls, cloaks area, store cupboard, hallway with water treatment equipment leading to the recently renovated basement room which has natural and electric lighting, decorative beamed ceiling, tiled floor, electric radiator.
* STUDY
11'10" x 5'8" (3.61m x 1.73m)
Beamed ceiling, two wall light points, telephone point and radiator, windows to front elevation.
* INNER HALL
14'0" x 4'2" (4.27m x 1.27m)
Tiled floor, down-lighting, central heating thermostat, doors to kitchen and utility room.
* SITTING ROOM
15'4" x 12'8" (4.67m x 3.86m)
Window to rear elevation, chimney recess with display shelving and store cupboard below, cast iron fire surround with cast iron LPG living flame burner set on tiled hearth in tiled fire recess, radiator.
* BREAKFAST KITCHEN
21'9" x 13'0" (6.64m x 3.97m)
Window with fabulous views over the Cheshire Plains, feature wall with exposed brickwork incorporating a display niche, excellent ranges of worktops with stylish contemporary cream coloured, 'Shaker' style base cupboards and drawers below, integral dishwasher, inset drainer sink unit with mixer tap, integral larder style fridge, matching wall cupboards, central island with additional drawers. Twin oven range cooker with both gas and electric rings and extractor hood over, beamed ceiling, door to annexe and glazed double doors leading to the conservatory.
* CONSERVATORY
19'2" x 10'0" (5.84m x 3.05m)
A perfect place to sit and enjoy the glorious views with double glazed units with leaded top lights, tiled floor, electric light with fan and power, French doors to garden, radiator.
* UTILITY
9'0" x 7'6" (2.74m x 2.28m)
Upvc security door with leaded double glazed inserts leading to the rear elevation, two worktops with stainless steel sink unit and mixer tap, plumbing for washing machine, tiled floor, radiator, door to cobbled courtyard area.
* GROUND FLOOR CLOAKROOM
Low level wc, tiled floor, cupboard housing LPG central heating boiler.
* LANDING
Approached by way of a return staircase with attractive half landing with a stunning feature arched window, access to boarded loft which has light and power, linen cupboard with thermostatically controlled electric chrome radiator.
* BEDROOM ONE
15'3" x 13'4" (4.66m x 4.07m)
Range of fitted wardrobes and cupboards, central dressing table, vanity mirrors and floor to ceiling cupboards, radiator and window with lovely views of the Cheshire Plains including Jodrell Bank and towards the Welsh hills.
* EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
Attractive contemporary floor and wall tiling with partial underfloor heating, vanity shelf, white suite comprising of a pedestal washbasin with mixer tap, wc, tiled shower cubicle, chrome towel rail, down lighters and extractor fan.
* BEDROOM TWO
16'7" x 13'3" (5.05m x 4.04m)
Windows to two elevations enjoying magnificent views, access to boarded roof void with lighting, radiator.
* EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM
Contemporary white suite comprising of a pedestal washbasin with mixer tap, dual flush wc, shower cubicle with Bristan shower, tiled and heated flooring, chrome heated towel rail, electric shaver point, down lighters and Manrose extractor fan.
* BEDROOM THREE
15'5" x 11'8" (4.71m x 3.56m)
Window to rear elevation, radiator.
* BEDROOM FOUR
14'5" x 13'0" (4.40m x 3.97m)
Fitted floor cupboards and drawers with dresser unit and desk area, laminate flooring.
* BATHROOM
9'4" x 9'4" (2.84m x 2.84m)
Tongue and groove wall panelling, traditional styled white suite comprising of a free standing claws foot bath with chrome mixer tap and shower attachment, pedestal wash basin and low level wc, tiled and heated flooring, extractor fan.
* THE ANNEXE
This is a self contained area offering huge potential to be used as games room/workshop/playroom/office space/gym etc. It currently comprises of:-
* KITCHEN AREA
11'5" X 6'7" (3.49m x 2.01m)
Range of worktops to base and eye level, inset stainless steel sink unit with drainer and mixer tap, plumbing for washing machine, tiled floor, radiator, door to rear patio, further door from annexe to main house.
* ROOM ONE
11'7" x 10'6" (3.54m x 3.20m)
Window to front and rear elevations, power and lighting, radiator, door to :
* ROOM TWO
11'7" x 11'7" (3.54m x 3.54m)
Window to front and side elevation, power and lighting, radiator.
* OUTSIDE
Croker House lies at the end of a long private lane with paddocks to either side. A long private tarmacadam lane leads to the property with ample parking for approximately 9 vehicles. There are paddocks on either side of the lane (currently used as grazing for sheep and ponies) with post and rail fencing, various shrubs, hedging and a variety of trees including fruit trees and a couple of spectacular Sycamores. The formal gardens have secluded lawn gardens and a charming garden wildlife pond with a feature waterfall. To the rear there is also a stone flagged terrace and an attractive cobbled courtyard with raised stone flowerbeds.
Attached to the side of the house there is also a small store with light and power and cold water tap.
Detached timber stable with light and power and adjoining tack room.
Timber shed with light and power.
The lower paddock has a natural spring.
External outside water tap
LPG storage tank.
* DETACHED GARAGE
19'8 x 15'5 (5.99m x 4.70m)
Detached double brick built garage with remote controlled up and over door, cold water tap, light and power.
The tenure for this property is yet to be confirmed.
Property Features :
- A substantial four double bedroom rural residence just five minutes drive from the village of Sutto
- Stunning rural views over the Cheshire plains and as far as the Welsh hills
- Four large reception rooms, huge breakfast kitchen and study
- Large annex with huge potential
- Four double bedrooms two having en-suite shower rooms
- Beautiful family bathroom
- Just under two acres including two paddocks, stable and tack room
- Ample car parking for several vehicles plus detached double garage