Property description
\"Barton Oaks\" is an imposing, detached dwelling situated in one of Cheshire's most prestigious locations.
A unique opportunity has arisen to acquire this substantial period residence standing in beautiful mature gardens woven with specimen trees complemented by a Japanese garden. This imposing property encapsulates it's period and has been tastefully and sympathetically designed throughout. A viewing will demonstrate the space and versatility of this truly wonderful family home.
Whilst described in greater detail below, one must start by highlighting the impressive driveway leading to the entrance of the property. The property stands in a plot of just under two acres and is complemented by a clay tennis court. Further benefits include the \"annex\" which provides separate accommodation with its own entrance and driveway.
On entering the property you will find the large hallway is versatile with seating area and bar, although this can be made discrete when entertaining is not on the agenda! To the ground floor the property comprises of breakfast kitchen, dining room, drawing room, lounge/snug and conservatory which is in excess of 25ft. On viewing the property one will appreciate the entertaining space and flow of the rooms. The property benefits from under floor and ducted air heating and double glazing.
To the first floor the master bedroom suite hosts a complement of rooms including dressing room, bedroom and en suite facility. There are four further bedrooms and family bathroom. The annex provides additional guest accommodation with bedroom, bathroom and maisonette kitchen area, ideal for a \"teenager\" or a nanny!
Prestbury Road is one of Cheshire's most exclusive locations. Surrounded by mature countryside yet a stones throw from the picturesque village of Alderley Edge and the vibrant centre of Wilmslow, with its excellent range of boutique shops, restaurants and café bars. Communications are convenient to Manchester Airport and the station is on the main London Euston Line. Motorway access provides easy links to Manchester and the M6.
The property benefits from a full security system with front and rear sensors, flood lights and garden lights. The intercom system is linked throughout the property.
Imposing six bed detached dwelling
Separate annex with it's own entrance, driveway & bathroom
Prestigious location and beautiful mature gardens
Clay tennis court, the first in the North West!
Circular Driveway
Tastefully & sympathetically designed throughout
Entrance: | Barton Oaks is approached through a lych gate to a circular driveway bordered by colourful mature foliage creating the wow factor on the initial approach to the property. The Japanese garden is a unique feature with many specimen trees. A travertine tiled floor leads to the stunning double entrance doors.
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Hallway: | The hallway leads off to principle reception rooms, the floor has tiled marble surrounds. Inset ceiling lighting warms the hallway. The character of the hallway is typified by the \"bar area\" which leads through to the snug. Whilst this area is superb for entertaining a simple sliding wall hides the area away for more formal occasions. The bar has marble surface over. Within the entrance hall is a seating area with bespoke fitted furniture with matching table with marble surface over. Magnificent double doors leading through to drawing room.
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Kitchen | A beautifully designed bespoke kitchen by Pogenpohl with wall, base, and drawer units with contrasting granite work surface over. Raised breakfast bar with travertine tiled floor with under floor heating. The integral appliances comprises of double oven, microwave, touch operated halogen hob. Sink with mono block tap, space for a dishwasher, fridge freezer.
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Drawing Room | 24'9\" x 15'7\" (7.54m x 4.75m). A truly stunning principle reception room with bespoke handcrafted Rosewood display units incorporating book casing with library stairs. Exposed wooden floors with striking fire place with full width raised hearth with open gas fire encased by stone wall. The window is to the front elevation to the rear of the room the handcrafted \"oriental\" doors lead through to the conservatory. The drawing room facilitates hatch through to cellars which are not full head height yet run the length of the property.
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Conservatory | The layout of the house is flowing, ideal for entertaining; the conservatory can be entered from the snug or from the drawing room. On leaving the drawing room there is a seating area with teak unit incorporating a copper sink unit. The conservatory has a split level travertine tiled floor. The live Bougainvillea adds to the ambience. The conservatory frames the rear garden which is exceptionally private bordered by mature trees and pond area. The garden lights illuminate the rear garden in the evening. The conservatory and lounge both benefit from air conditioning and are on a separate heating system.
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Lounge/ Snug | 21'5\" (max) x 13'3\" (6.53m (max) x 4.04m). Handcrafted fitted display units, integral lighting and double doors to the bar. Paneled feature wall. Wall lights.
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Dining Room | 14'9\" x 12'7\" (4.5m x 3.84m). The Japanese themed dining room features a large marble dining table with matching full length hand crafter fitted side board with sliding doors and a marble top over. The windows to the front and side elevation also feature marble window sills.
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Cloakroom | Cloaks area with built in hanging rail and full length mirror. Sliding door through to two piece suite with low level WC, wall mounted wash hand basin. Fitted mirrors with inset lighting. Travetine tiled floor.
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Inner Hall | From the kitchen there is a doorway through to the inner hall. Solid wood external door leading into inner hall with Travetine tiled floor which provides separate entrance to the annex. Off the hallway are also the boiler room and the utility room.
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Utility Room | With a range of wall, base and drawer units with contrasting work surface over. Mixer tap to sink unit. Space and plumbing for washing machine and dryer. Travertine tiled floor.
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Annex/ Self Contained Flat | Staircase leading to the separate accommodation.
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Bedroom Area | Window to rear elevation.
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Lounge / Kitchenette | With loft space, window to the side elevation and storage under eaves. Kitchenette with a sink unit, electric hob and fridge.
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Bathroom | Three piece suite with low level wc, paneled bath and pedestal hand wash basin.
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FIRST FLOOR |
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Landing Area | Staircase leading to first floor. Open landing area with window to front elevation. Inset ceiling lights. Intercom system, airing cupboard and a seating area.
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Master Bedroom Suite |
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Master bedroom | Bespoke fitted bedroom suite comprising of mirrored wardrobes, dressing table area, drawer units, seating area. Reading lights. Inset spot lights. Windows to front and side elevation.
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Dressing Area | A range of fully fitted mirror fronted wardrobes. Sink unit with marble splash back surface. Alarm panel. Loft access.
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Bathroom | Bespoke four piece white bathroom suite and Jacuzzi bath with hand held shower. Marble tiled walls and flooring. Built in television unit. Heated towel rail. Under floor heating. Low level WC. Shower Unit. Fitted hair dryer.
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Family Bathroom | Three piece suite comprising modern white low level wc, vanity unit with sink to white tiled splash backs. Shaver point. Inset ceiling lights. Tiled floor.
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Bedroom Two | 13'4\" x 13'4\" (4.06m x 4.06m). Window to rear garden. Inset ceiling lights. Wash hand basin. Fitted wardrobes.
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Bedroom Three | 14'6\" x 14'9\" (4.42m x 4.5m). Fully fitted wardrobes with hanging rail and shelving space. Full length built in dressing table. Wash hand basin. Window to rear and side elevation.
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Bedroom Four | 14'9\" x 14'9\" (4.5m x 4.5m). Fully fitted wardrobes plus a full length dressing table with sink unit. Inset ceiling lights. Windows to side and front elevation.
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Bedroom Five / Study | 13'5\" x 8' (4.1m x 2.44m). Window to font elevation. Fully fitted wardrobes, dressing table.
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Double Garage | The garage has up and over electric doors and can be approached via a separate driveway. The garage also provides additional storage area. Door providing access to gardens.
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Gardeners Loo | Low level WC
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Gardens | Barton Oaks gives an opportunity to acquire a property with beautiful mature gardens . The front entrance to the property has been exceptionally landscaped with mature and unusual trees, the driveway is circular providing access to the house through the lych gate. The rear garden has a patio area but is in the main laid to lawn bordered by mature and colourful trees. The Japanese side garden features a self perpetuating stream with fresh water pond.
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Tennis Court | Clay tennis court, the first in the North of England and which benefits from floodlights and a irrigation system.
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