Full description
Recently refurbished to the highest standards and significantly extended, Lyne Hill House is a landmark property with equestrian facilities ideally located close to the market village of Penkridge.
Set in 5 acres of land (additional acreage and stables may be available by separate negotiation) the House is a delightful family residence in a secluded position that offers rural living but is also served by excellent commuter links.
Accessed through a private, gated entrance, this exclusive property comprises of five double bedrooms, lounge, snug, bar room, orangery, boot room and dining kitchen. The property also has a laundry room which is attached to the garage block and a detached office / tractor shed that would be more than suitable for an annex conversion subject to the usual planning constraints. The property has also been granted planning consent for the construction of a new detached pool house in the grounds.
Despite its rural location, this charming property benefits from excellent commuter links and local amenities. Sporting and leisure activities, including golf at Chase Golf Club, fishing at Pillaton Hall Farm & Horse riding at Cannock Chase Trekking Centre, can be found nearby. Transport links in the immediate locale include the M6 Toll, the M6 and Penkridge and Stafford Railway Stations for main line services to London, Birmingham, Manchester and Liverpool.
Schools in the area include, St Michaels First School; with Penkridge Middle School & Wolgarston High School both boasting Good Ofsted reports with Outstanding Features.
The property is heated by an oil fired central heating system, with additional wood burning stoves for supplementary heating and ambient effect.
Ground Floor
Entrance Hall:
The front door to the property opens out into an expansive entrance hall that gives the first indication of the sheer scale of this imposing property. With a tiled floor, bright decoration and plenty of natural light this is a space that makes an immediate impact. Providing direct access into the main lounge, the snug, the guest W/C and the stairs to the first floors part galleried landing this is a welcoming yet functional space.
Reception Rooms
Living Room:
This room is quite simply the most commanding space in this magnificent property. With a striking feature fireplace fitted with functioning wood burner, hard wood flooring and tasteful chandeliers, this space is ideally suited for family living but really comes into its own for entertaining. Providing direct access into the adjacent orangery and the bar, this room is able to be the central focus for gatherings and is spacious enough to accommodate for most occasions.
Orangery:
Constructed in 20xx, this large timber framed orangery is an unexpected gem hidden at the rear of this property. Flooded by natural light from the windows on three sides, this space also has the benefit of its own wood burning stove to make sure that this room is warm and cosy in both the summer and the winter months. Set up for family dining the orangery is currently laid for 6 persons with an additional space for children to play at the end – however should it be required this room could contain a long table for up to twenty persons at dinner. For the summer months the large folding doors lead out onto the patio (providing a short cut to the kitchen) allowing the space to be used for the service of drinks during garden parties or as a bolt hole in the event of rain.
Bar:
Located adjacent to the main lounge, the vendors have converted this large room into a bar space. With spot lighting, hard wood floors and a neutral decorative scheme, this room also benefits from natural light via the large window to the front aspect. Perfect for entertaining and events, this room could also be used for other purposes as required – perhaps an additional reception area or even a study.
Snug:
With an eye-catching feature fireplace and large window looking out over the garden, this private family sitting room is a well-appointed space for relaxing in a more cosy environment. With a striking feature wall and neutral decoration this room could also be used as an additional dining area if required or as a drawing room for receiving guests.
Service Rooms
Boot Room:
Located in the gable end of the property and with its own exterior door, the boot room is ideally situated in the house as it is the closest room to the equestrian facilities. With a tiled floor for ease of maintenance and cleaning this is a supremely functional, yet tastefully decorated space.
Boiler Cupboard:
Located under the stairs the boiler cupboard (containing the oil fired central heating boiler) is of good size and also has additional room for hats coats and boots and is a useful space for drying jackets in the winter months.
W/C:
Located off the entrance hall the property has the benefit of a good sized guest W/C. With a low level W/C with concealed cistern and a sink mounted on a vanity unit this is a clean and crisp space with floor to ceiling tiling that is naturally lit via an opaque window to the front elevation.
Dining Kitchen
Located to the rear aspect of the property and accessed from the main hall, this large kitchen/dining space is the hub of the property.
Kitchen:
The kitchen area is an ergonomically designed masterpiece that is perfect for the chef to work in – yet located conveniently next to the dining area in an open plan fashion so that during social occasions and family dining the chef is not isolated from the occasion. Featuring a central island for food preparation, range cooker, matching extractor, space for a fridge freezer, an integrated dishwasher and a large sink located under the window with extensive high and low units this is a bright and light space.
Dining Area:
Currently laid for four persons, this dining area could easily seat eight at dinner. Decorated to match the kitchen area and with a window on the gable end of the house as well as large French type doors leading out onto the patio area this is a bright and light space that is also easy to maintain with the fully tiled floors that are homogenous with the kitchen area.
The Bedrooms & Bathrooms
First Floor
The Master Bedroom:
The grand master bedroom is of dual aspect and grand dimensions in an elegant design. The neutral décor accentuates this tranquil room and with both a generous en-suite facility and private roof terrace for breakfast dining with views over the garden, this is the heart of a substantial suite which is suitably proportioned for the owners of this fine property to enjoy.
En-suite: A spacious en-suite with a bath, a separate double shower, W/C and pedestal mounted sink. The clean and stylish appearance is accentuated by floor to ceiling tiling and the room is naturally lit via a velux type window.
Roof Terrace:
Accessed only from the master bedroom, this large dining terrace with views over three sides of the property features a timber deck and steel re-curved railings. This is an exceptional, private space for the owners to relax and dine.
Bedroom Two:
The second bedroom to the property is also an excellent size double room with rear aspect views. Tastefully decorated this is a bright and light space.
Bedroom Three:
An excellent size double room currently used as a nursery with views over the garden to the rear aspect.
Family Bathroom:
The second and third bedrooms are served by a large family bathroom located on the first floor. With a white corner Jacuzzi type bath with shower above, wash hand basin mounted on a pedestal and a low level close coupled W/C this is a smart, well organised space that is easily maintained.
Second Floor (Loft conversion completed 2015 by Alvaston)
Bedroom Four:
The fourth bedroom is a large double room built into the loft conversion. With a velux window to the front aspect and a large dormer window to the rear this space is flooded with light and is the second largest bedroom in the house.
Bedroom Five:
Currently used as a study, this good sized double bedroom is also located in the loft conversion. With neutral decoration and a velux window to the front and a dormer window to the rear aspect, this is a peaceful place in which to work or a useful additional bedroom.
Family Shower Room:
The fourth and fifth bedrooms are served by a shower room located on the second floor. With a large corner shower, close coupled W/C and a wash hand basin mounted on a pedestal.
The Gardens & Grounds
Driveway & Parking:
The entrance to the property is guarded by substantial steel gates. These electrified and coded gates swing onto a large gravelled parking area that immediately serves the main house as well as the garages and the laundry. Access to the offices at the rear of the policy is found down a secondary driveway leading from the main parking area to the right hand side (when viewed from the front) of the main house. The main stable block and the paddocks are accessed from the main parking area to the left hand side (when viewed from the front) of the main house and there is ample parking for trailers / horseboxes if required.
Security Systems:
The property is guarded by a hi-tec security system with smart phone control which include electrified and coded gates, multiple video cameras that can be linked to mobile devices, lighting and an alarm.
The Front Garden:
To the front and side aspect of the property there is an additional lawned area as well as a large ornamental pond that would be perfect for carp or other species of garden fish. Surrounded by mature hedges this is an oasis of tranquillity.
The Rear Garden:
The main gardens to the property are laid out to the rear of the main house. Predominantly laid to lawn this charming and peaceful space also features mature ornamental trees and shrubs as well as a selection of fruit trees, a peacock aviary and the summerhouse. This garden also features a tree sculpture by the noted local artist "Robot Cossy"
The Office Garden:
Set to the rear of the main lawn, the office building has a substantial lawned area separated from the main garden by a substantial fence. Should it be required this could easily be opened to increase the scope of the main garden.
Annex Offices and Tractor Shed
Located down a side drive to the property and with a segmented section of garden associated with the building, this large office with fitted kitchen / tractor store would potentially suit conversion into annex accommodation subject to the usual planning consents being granted.
Additional Outbuildings
The property is served by a variety of additional outbuildings that add to both the functionality and the charm of the property.
Summerhouse:
Located adjacent to the rear patio, this large summerhouse of timber construction is home to a substantial hot tub. With feature beams and large UPVC windows this is an ideal space to relax in both the summer and winter months.
Garage and Laundry Block:
Located conveniently adjacent to the entrance gates yet just a short distance from the main house, this large service block is an essential addition to the management of this residence. With two linked oversized garages with roller shutter doors and a separate laundry area this is a supremely functional space.
Peacock Aviary:
Constructed in the summer of 2015, this secure peacock aviary is located in the main garden to the rear of the property and adds a glamorous touch to the grounds. Should it be required this space could easily be converted for other purposes including the keeping of other domesticated animals or songbirds.
Pool House:
Planning consent has been granted for the construction of a new, detached pool house.
Stables and Land
The property is set in 5 acres of land including pony paddocks, manège and stable.
Stables :
The equestrian facilities are served by a detached stable block (constructed in 2013) located next to the manège which comprises four 12ft x 12ft loose boxes and one 12ft x 18ft foaling stable. Both electrical and water supplies are present. There is ample parking adjacent to the stables for a horse box and other equipment.
Manège:
The manège is currently 20 meters x 22 meters approx. though planning consent was granted for a 20 meters x 40 meters installation. Professionally constructed with drainage and a rubberised surface this floodlit arena is ideal for casual exercise and could easily be extended to a standard size arena if required.
Paddocks: The grazing is segmented into a series of paddocks for ease of management.
Additional Land & Secondary Stable Block:
The property is currently served by an additional 3 acres of grazing and a separate stable block. This does not constitute part of the sale but may be available by separate negotiation.