Property description
Southfield Farm is a perfect example of bespoke contemporary architecture. The property offers pure luxury where the sophisticated needs of modern living have been fused seamlessly with striking features of modern day design. The result is a stunning country home recently constructed to exacting standards throughout, located within this highly sought after rural location. The property was designed by renowned Architect Allan Joyce and was shortlisted for Best Individual New Home in the 2014 LABC Building Excellence Awards 2014.
OVERVIEW
Southfield Farm features extremely well placed accommodation and combines an original converted barn with a striking new build extension which is connected via a seamless glazed link, as well as an timber framed wing, providing a snug with balcony to the ground floor and cantilever bedroom above. When you view the property you instantly appreciate the highest level of fixtures and fittings, including bespoke joinery, have been used in its creation and there is also a pleasant mixture of character features which sit beautifully alongside the contemporary design. The property features spacious rooms, flooded with light form large windows, with views all around and a principle rear Southerly aspect.
GROUND FLOOR ACCOMODATION
To the ground floor a full height reception hallway with feature fireplace opens into a beautifully finished dining kitchen which is without doubt the heart to this home. There are bespoke, hand painted wall and base mounted units, a full range of integrated cooking and kitchen appliances and the space has very well defined kitchen and dining areas. A particular feature of the dining kitchen are the folding concertina patio doors which open directly to the rear courtyard but more specifically to an external kitchen ideal for outdoor entertaining with barbeque area. The kitchen also leads directly to an adjacent garden room with seamless sliding glazed doors and feature fireplace. For more formal reception areas there is a beautifully finished formal sitting room and a snug with bespoke fitted bookshelves which features direct access onto a glazed balcony terrace. The living accommodation within Southfield Farm is extremely comfortable and ideal for entertaining.
GROUND FLOOR CONTINUED
To the western wing of the ground floor a superb double height glazed Orangery provides access to what was the retained converted barn which has now been extended to provide superb leisure facilities including an indoor heated infinity swimming pool, steam room, changing facilities, and an air conditioned home gym behind a fully glazed wall. The side entrance lobby also provides access to a good sized utility room with purpose built dog washing and grooming facilities. The ground floor accommodation for Southfield Farm is completed with practicalities including a cloakroom, a walk-in air conditioned pantry. The property also showcases a fantastic purpose built temperature controlled wine cellar, featuring bespoke joinery and completed to an exquisite standard.
FIRST FLOOR ACCOMMODATION
The first floor is accessed via a striking oak and glass staircase which leads to an extremely spacious open observatory landing as well as a further adjacent library landing area which is beautifully lined with bookshelves. There is an extremely luxurious master bedroom suite with balcony, high quality en suite bathroom, and fully fitted bespoke walnut dressing room with leather floor. Within the main house are two further bedrooms, one of which features a lovely Juliet balcony, and both benefit from en suite bathroom facilities. There is also a home office which could provide extra bedroom accommodation if required. The final bedroom is located on the first floor of the attached barn which is accessed via a mezzanine landing and also benefits from en suite facilities as well as a generous balcony.
GARDENS, GROUNDS & OUTBUILDINGS
Delightful gardens wrap around the whole property being simple in their design and bordering open countryside in all directions. The property has been skilfully designed around a courtyard setting with a stunning landscaped courtyard with various terraced seating areas as well as a water feature and numerous areas perfect for outdoor entertaining. There is a beautiful entertaining terrace with water cascade and barbeque area and built in pizza oven. This property really is perfect for those who enjoy outdoor entertaining. The gardens and grounds extend into neighbouring fields and paddocks and in total the property stands within approximately 4.2 acres or thereabouts.Southfield Farm is approached via a sweeping driveway providing ample off road parking which continues round to a side courtyard area. The property features extensive garaging facilities and a useful range of outbuildings with a triple garage, various brick built garden stores, gardener's WC and above the garage is a first floor studio which offers further potential for a guest annexe or would perfectly suit those wishing to work from home.
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LOCATION
Southfield Farm is located between the well regarded villages of Norwell and Caunton amongst stunning open countryside. Norwell is one of the most popular villages in this quarter of South East Nottinghamshire and amenities within the village include the St Laurence Parish Church, the Church of England primary school, Windmills pre-school playgroup, The Plough Inn and Norwell Village Stores. There is a large modern village hall and various clubs and societies. The local area also offers excellent hacking facilities and bridle paths, for those with equestrian interests. The centres of Newark on Trent and Southwell are only 7 and 8 miles distant respectively whilst Nottingham is 27 miles and Lincoln 20 miles. For those requiring swift rail links Newark Northgate station into London's King Cross has a journey time in the region of 1 hour 15 minutes and the property is also extremely well located for various road links with the A1 within particularly easy reach. The property is well located for the Region's commercial and retail centres and has various options for high grade schooling.
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with Fine & Country Nottingham.
ENERGY PERFORMANCE
A full copy of the Energy Performance Certificate is available upon request.
Property Features :
- Stunning Bespoke Country Home
- Three Reception Rooms
- Beautifully Appointed Dining Kitchen
- Luxurious Master Bedroom Suite
- Three Further Bedrooms - All En Suite