Property description
Dreaming of tradition and grandeur, yet with a contemporary twist? Looking for a handsome period home filled with a wealth of character features, yet finished with a sympathetic but stylish edge? Envisage yourself as Lord or Lady of Manor Farm, a stunning home set within landscaped gardens and grounds with idyllic private woodland and outbuildings. Internally, Manor Farm has been rejuvenated to an exacting standard seamlessly blending period features with beautiful modern interiors! The accommodation comprises, welcoming reception hall, formal sitting room, spacious dining room, fantastic open plan kitchen and dining room with doors opening out onto the gardens, utility, cloakroom and study. On the first floor there are five generously proportioned bedrooms and three bathrooms (two en-suite). Located just a stone's throw from the centre of the highly desirable village of Audlem, renowned for its community spirit, fantastic schooling and convenient transport links, Manor Farm is a rare find! Book your viewing today!
Location
Manor Farm is situated in a lovely rural location close to the sought-after village of Audlem. Whilst beautiful countryside walks, cycle paths and Shropshire Union Canal are just a short stroll away, the village amenities of Audlem are pleasingly on the doorstep. Audlem offers a good selection of independent shops including an antiques shop, local butchers and delicatessen. There are three public houses, numerous restaurants and cafes, a mini supermarket, two churches, a medical practice and a post office. Audlem is a bustling village with real community spirit and a wide range of groups including charities, sports clubs, societies, special interest and community groups. For a comprehensive range of facilities, the historic market towns of Nantwich, Market Drayton and Whitchurch are only a short drive away. Junction 15 of the M6 is approximately 15 miles in distance and provides excellent commuter links to the north and south. Crewe Main Line rail station is easily accessible and provides fast commute into London, Manchester and other major cities. Nearest airports are Birmingham to the south and Manchester to the north.
Ground Floor
Covered Storm Porch
Brick pillars to either side leading to part glazed and principally wood panelled double front doors giving access to the entrance hallway.
Entrance Hall - 9' 0'' x 6' 0'' (2.74m x 1.83m)
A welcoming entrance hallway with full length glazed windows to either side and African slate tiled floor leading into the spacious reception/entertaining hall.
Reception/Entertaining Hall - 16' 1'' x 14' 7'' (4.9m x 4.44m)
A superb reception hall, perfect for greeting guests and visitors and provides access into the sitting room, kitchen breakfast room, study and cloakroom. Having multi fuel burning stove set into the chimney breast with exposed brick back, two radiators and stairs with half landing lead up to the first floor.
Cloakroom
Comprising low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin and a radiator.
Dining Room (currently used as an office) - 15' 7'' x 14' 7'' (4.75m x 4.44m)
A generously proportioned light and bright reception space with large sash window to the front elevation and having working shutters. The room also offers immense character with egg and dart coving to the ceiling, deep skirting and cupboards built into the recess with stripped pine doors and shelving. A central multi-fuel log burner is set into the chimney recess creating a lovely focal point with exposed brick fire back and slate hearth. Solid wood floor.
Sitting Room - 25' 5'' x 16' 0'' (7.75m x 4.88m) deepening to 24' 8\"
A well proportioned and light entertaining room with attractive open fireplace, ornate timber mantle set on a raised slate hearth, egg and dart coved ceiling, four radiators, French doors to the garden and a large recess which would be an ideal space for a dining table. There are attractive views over the front and side garden, panelled door to the dining room, a trap door to the cellar and two sash windows to the front elevation with operational shutters.
Study - 19' 3'' x 7' 6'' widening to 13'3\"(5.87m x 2.29m widening to 4.03m)
An impressive additional reception space featuring full length floor to ceiling panelled glazed windows offering attractive views over the courtyard. Having solid maple wooden floor, three wall light points, radiator and television aerial point.
Kitchen Breakfast Room - 23' 1''(max) x 19' 4''(max) (7.04m (max) x 5.89m (max))
Kitchen Area
Providing a comprehensive range of fitted wall mounted and base units extending into a peninsular unit finished in attractive off-white paint with Iroko wooden effect worksurfaces incorporating stainless steel one and a half bowl sink unit with drainer and mixer taps above and waste disposal system below. Five ring induction hob, integrated dishwasher, integrated Neff double oven and grill and integrated fridge. Integrated ceiling spotlights, African slate tiled floor and kick board fan heater. There is an over sink window looking to the rear gardens.
Breakfast / Family Dining Area
With a continuation of the African slate tiled flooring from the kitchen and leading off to a part maple wood floor. Having full length picture windows to the side and rear elevations offering attractive views over the garden with French doors leading out onto the patio. Two radiators, ceiling lights, sockets and a stripped pine internal door through to the utility room.
Utility Room and Rear Porch - 9' 10'' x 7' 10'' (3m x 2.39m)
A practical space with external door to the courtyard and internal door through to the cloak room. The utility room comprises a stainless steel sink unit with double drainer, plumbing for a washing machine, space for a condensing dryer, fridge freezer and radiator. Finished with African slate tiled floor.
First Floor
First Floor Landing
A staircase with half landing leads to the first floor landing providing access to all the first floor rooms.
Master Bedroom - 15' 0'' x 11' 2'' (4.57m x 3.4m)
A spacious master suite with window overlooking the front courtyard garden. Carpet, radiator, recessed ceiling spotlights and an internal archway leading into the dressing area.
Dressing Area - 15' 0'' x 7' 10'' (4.57m x 2.39m)
A beautifully fitted dressing room with an extensive range of fitted wardrobes with further storage cupboards above. There is natural daylight via dual aspect windows to the front and side elevation. Having carpet, radiator, recessed ceiling spotlight and door through to the en-suite bathroom.
En-suite Bathroom - 12' 0'' x 7' 10'' (3.66m x 2.39m)
A newly fitted contemporary and bright en-suite comprising full size bath with mixer taps, separate corner shower cubicle with glazed screen, low level flush WC and wash hand basin with mixer tap. Radiator, recessed ceiling spotlight and tiled to half height throughout.
Bedroom Two - 13' 7'' x 12' 7'' (4.14m x 3.84m)
A light and bright double guest bedroom with sash window overlooking the front elevation with attractive views over the garden and open fields beyond. The room has carpet, ceiling light, skirting, picture rail, radiator and internal door through to the en-suite shower room.
En-suite Shower Room
A Victorian style en-suite with large double shower unit, pedestal wash hand basin and low level flush WC. Heated towel rail and window providing attractive views over the garden.
Bedroom Three - 15' 7'' x 14' 6'' (4.75m x 4.42m)
An elegant and well proportioned double guest bedroom lit by a sash window overlooking the gardens to the front and countryside beyond. The room has a wealth of character with a central cast iron fireplace with tiled surround and tiled hearth with ornate mantle, picture rail and skirting. There is carpet, ceiling light and a radiator.
Bedroom Four - 11' 6'' x 10' 1'' (3.5m x 3.08m)
A further double bedroom with a large sash window overlooking the gardens. Having radiator, carpet and ceiling light.
Bedroom Five - 12' 7'' x 7' 9'' (3.84m x 2.36m)
A double guest bedroom lit by a window overlooking the rear elevation with views over the garden and towards the woodland beyond. Having carpet, skirting, picture rail and a radiator.
Bathroom - 7' 10'' x 8' 7'' (2.38m x 2.61m)
A newly fitted bathroom suite comprising a vanity unit with sink and mixer tap, a full size contemporary bath with overhead shower unit and glazed shower screen and low level flush WC. Fully tiled floor and tiled walls to half height with full splashback over the bath, ceiling light, wall lighting and radiator. Built-in airing cupboard and window overlooking the side garden with views over the woodland.
Lower Ground Floor
Cellar
A trapdoor from the sitting room leads down to the cellar which provides a large versatile space ideal for additional storage.
Exterior
The property is approached over a sweeping gravel driveway which provides access to both Manor Farm and Drift House. An attractive approach, the drive is flanked by lawned garden with mature trees. A five bar gates leads into the private courtyard which provides ample space for parking and access to the outbuildings comprising six garages in two single storey outbuildings. The main outbuilding provides four garages with electric remote controlled up and over doors, separate boiler and boot room. The additional outbuilding contains two garages comprises two further garages one with remote control up and over door and one open fronted, there is also a large shed.From the courtyard a pathway leads to the gorgeous landscaped gardens. The gardens have been beautifully designed to incorporate laid lawn with well stocked borders to the front and side elevations, a walled courtyard garden with pretty flower borders and sheltered seating areas to the rear and a further large expanse of lawn beyond. Adjoining the lawn is a stunning area of natural woodland with wildlife pool extending to approximately 2 acres.
Directions
From Nantwich head south on the A529 Audlem/Market Drayton Road for approximately six miles into the village of Audlem. at the T-junction at the centre of the village turn left towards Woore and follow this road for approximately half a mile. The driveway to Manor Farm will be found on the left hand side identified by our for sale board. Viewings strictly by appointment.