Property description
A magnificent detached four bedroom family home with 17th century origins. Completely reconstructed in the 1990's to create a characterful property set in just over 1.5 acres with useful outbuildings and far reaching views
*Welcoming Reception Hall, Drawing Room with inglenook fireplace and log burning stove, Dining Room, Study, Kitchen Diner with Rayburn, Utility Room, Cloakroom*Characterful Landing giving access to Four Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms (1 En-suite), Bedroom Two also offers a walk in wardrobe which was originally an en-suite shower room (plumbing still available)*Attractive Gardens with open views over the surrounding countryside, Large 3 car Garage with space for workshop and 38' x 12' Games/Hobby Room above, Useful dry storage and open fronted building (approximately 2300 sq ft).
Location
The property is situated in the delightful rural setting within the parish of Marbury with its historic church and just 2.5 miles from Wrenbury village which provides a village store, Primary School and Doctors surgery as well as pubs and restaurants. Malpas is 5.5 miles and provides a larger variety of shops as well as the highly regarded Bishops Heber secondary School, alternatively the national supermarket chains can be found at Nantwich and Whitchurch both within 7.5 miles. The A49 is 1.5 miles and makes the surrounding centres of commerce more easily commutable.On a recreational front delightful country walks can be enjoyed from the property alternatively elevated walks along the Sandstone Trail at nearby Bickerton and Peckforton can be enjoyed. Rugby, hockey, football, cricket, tennis, squash and bowls clubs and a number of golf clubs are within 20 minutes drive of the property.Marbury village - 2.5 miles, Wrenbury Village - 2.5 miles, Malpas - 5.5 miles, Whitchurch - 6 miles, Nantwich - 7.5 miles, Tarporley - 10 miles, Chester - 17 miles, Wrexham - 17.5 miles, Wrenbury Station - 3 miles, Crewe Train Station - 13 miles, Junction 16 M6 - 16 miles
The Accommodation
A solid oak heavy plank front door leads into 28'9\" Reception Hall with detailed oak staircase rising to first floor, oak floor and exposed timber framed walls with beamed ceiling.A well proportioned 16'8\" x 15'6\" Sitting Room creates an attractive principal Reception Room incorporating large inglenook fireplace with Clearview log burning stove, exposed ceiling timbers and French doors to South facing garden. The Dining Room 11'6\" x 9'7\" is open plan to the reception hall with feature exposed reclaimed Cheshire brick wall set within the timber frame. The Study 9'8\" x 7'7\" also overlooks the South facing garden and the characterful Kitchen Diner 15'6\" x 14'7\" has retained a number of original features including beamed ceiling, tiled floor and inglenook chimney breast incorporating oil fired Rayburn cooker (which also serves the domestic hot water and central heating system). Oak floor and wall cupboards are complimented by granite work surfaces and a Belfast style double sink unit. Integrated Neff appliances including oven with ceramic hob above, dishwasher and large larder fridge. Off the kitchen there is a Utility Room 11'6\" x 5' with plumbing for washing machine, storage cupboard with granite work surface, sink unit and door to garden. There is also a Cloakroom on the ground floor and an under stairs cupboard.The oak staircase from the Reception Hall is complimented by oak panelling as it rises to the first floor landing which also reveals the timber frame work giving access to Four Bedrooms and Two Bathrooms all of which enjoy spectacular views over the surrounding countryside. Bedroom One 16'8\" x 15'6\" dimensions include built in wardrobes and En-suite Bathroom, Bedroom Two 15'6\" x 14'8\" dimensions include walk in Dressing Room (which the previous vendors used as an En-suite shower room and could be reinstated as desired as the plumbing is still in situ), Bedroom Three 11'1\" x 9'6\" shows the exposed timber frame work on two walls as does Bedroom Four 13'3\" x 7'9\" which makes a good sized single bedroom. The Family Bathroom comprises a white three piece suite with shower attachment within the bath, pedestal wash hand basin and WC with high level cistern.
Externally
The property is approached over a sweeping gravelled drive which opens out into a spacious Parking/Turning area with open front Double Garage 23'9\" x 22'9\" along with attached Workshop/Garage to the rear 23'3\" x 14'8\" and useful externally accessed first floor Games/Hobby Room/Home Office 38' x 12'8\" (480 sq ft), electric light, power points and Velux roof lights. Beyond this building there is a further useful Dry Storage Outbuilding with power, lighting and corrugated roof 33'8\" x 25'7\" (862 sq ft) with attached open fronted section 56'9\" x 25'7\" (1457 sq ft).From the drive the property is approached over a substantial York stone paved area. The gardens are principally laid to lawn, including large designated vegetable area and native trees such as oak, ash, yew, silver birch and chestnut and extend to a pond on the Northerly boundary, with a large paved sitting/entertaining area with pergola above and magnificent wisteria overlooking the garden to the East. The gardens to the South include an orchard and York stone paved area with adjacent sheltered walled garden.
Directions
From Tarporley head South on the A49 for 7 miles and upon reaching the crossroads with the Cholmondeley Arms pub/restaurant on the left hand side turn left into Wrenbury Road, follow Wrenbury Road for 1.5 miles taking the first right turn at a little crossroads into Holtridge Lane. Proceed down Holtridge Lane and Outridge Barn is the first property on the left hand side.From Whitchurch proceed North on the A49 for 4 miles turning right at Bickley crossroads onto Snab Lane turn left shortly after onto Common Lane and left at the next crossroads onto Holtridge Lane, proceed up Holtridge Lane and the property will be found on the right hand side, the second house beyond Back Lane.From Nantwich take Welsh Row Road and after approximately 0.5 of a mile turn left into Marsh Lane, proceed along Marsh Lane for approximately 4 miles passing Ravensmoor and entering Wrenbury village. Upon reaching Wrenbury village proceed through the village to the canal bridge with the Dusty Miller Public House on the left hand side. Continue over the canal bridge and follow the road for approximately a further 2 miles turning left at a small crossroads, proceed down this lane for a a further 0.5 of a mile where the property will be found on the left hand side.
Property Features :
- Characterful Detached Four Bedroom Property
- 17th Century Origins reconstructed in 1990
- Set in 1.5 acres with outbuildings
- Far reaching Views
- Reception Hall