Property description
STUNNING PARKLAND SETTING APPROACHING 10 ACRES WITH TROUT LAKE - IMPOSING GRADE II LISTED GEORGIAN COUNTRY HALL - INCLUDES ORIGINAL STABLES AND OUTSTANDING ACCOMMODATION APPROACHING 7000 SQ.FTEnjoying a tranquil parkland setting yet only a few minutes from the M180, 15 minutes from the Humber Bridge and 5 minutes from the Humberside Airport. Offering easy access to the major towns and cities of Hull, Sheffield, Doncaster, Lincoln, Grimbsy, etc, all within 40 minutes drive. The property provides an extremely rare opportunity to acquire a small and manageable country estate in the Historic County of Lincolnshire, having been the subject of considerable investment and restoration in recent years, being faithful to its Grade II Listed Georgian origins. The property could lend itself to a variety of commercial uses, subject to the necessary consents. There are six original stables and coach house/garaging.
LOCATION
Melton Ross Hall combines the advantages of an attractive rural setting having acres of unspoiled gardens, lake and mature trees, with the convenience of easy access to the main lines of business communication. The Barnetby Top interchange is about a mile away from the house, the A180 and M180 giving direct access to Grimsby (17 miles), Scunthorpe (13 miles) and the M18, leading onto the M1 and M62 beyond. The A15 leads from this interchange to the Humber Bridge and Hull (19 miles). The property stands about 8 miles south of the River Humber and is some 30 miles away from Lincoln. The nearby village of Barnetby-le-Wold has an unmanned railway station and the railway line runs past the southern boundary of the Hall grounds. Fourteen of the eighty-two schools in North Lincolnshire have specialist college status. The St Barnabas Church of England Primary School in Barnetby was inspected and reported as outstanding in 2007.
ACCOMMODATION
The accommodation is arranged on the ground and two upper floors and can be seen in more detail on the dimensioned floorplan forming part of these sale particulars and briefly comprises as follows:
ENTRANCE RECEPTION AND CENTRAL HALLWAY
An impressive original cantilevered staircase with turned balustrade and gallery landing with arched Georgian style window.
DRAWING ROOM
Enjoys a south and western aspect, feature marble fireplace and shuttered windows.
DRAWING ROOM
With western aspect, features a period style fireplace with pillared surround and granite hearth, shuttered windows.
SITTING ROOM
Enjoys a south facing aspect, feature marble fireplace with cast iron multi-fuel stove and slate hearth, built in bookshelves.
DINING ROOM
Features American maple wall panelling to two sides and illuminated display cabinet.
OPEN PLAN LIVING KITCHEN
Includes a bespoke range of period style cabinets including centre island unit with inset sink and a mixture of marble granite and composite work surfaces. A four oven Aga is set in a rustic brick chimney breast feature. Includes an additional Belfast sink and slate flooring.
REAR ENTRANCE
With secondary staircase with original inset cast iron bread oven.
SIDE ENTRANCE LOBBY
With cloakroom and WC.
UTILITY ROOM
Includes a range of fitted cabinets, sink unit, plumbing for automatic washing machine and ceramic tile flooring.
GYMNASIUM
REAR PORCH
With access to the stable yard.
INNER LOBBY
With downstairs WC.
FIRST FLOOR
IMPRESSIVE GALLERY LANDING
BEDROOM 1
Has built in wardrobes, fitted window seat and shuttered windows.
ENSUITE BATHROOM
Features a large whirlpool hydro-massage bath, corner shower cubicle with multi-function, pedestal wash hand basin and low level WC, complementing tiling and shuttered window.
BEDROOM 2
Has a range of fitted wardrobes and drawer units, vanity wash hand basin and cast iron period fireplace.
BEDROOM 3
Has wash hand basin, original cast iron fireplace and laminate flooring.
BEDROOM 4
Features a cast iron fireplace, recessed cupboard with shelving and wash hand basin plus shuttered window.
FAMILY BATHROOM
Features a freestanding bath set in an arched recess, shower cubicle with multi-function, pedestal wash hand basin and low level WC plus heated towel rail.
BEDROOM 5
Features a cast iron fireplace and includes built in cupboard with shelving.
REAR LANDING
With access to secondary staircase.
BATHROOM 3
Features a white suite comprising corner bath, pedestal wash hand basin and low level WC plus corner shower cubicle with power shower, airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder and shuttered window.
BEDROOM 6
Features a cast iron fireplace in cream with shuttered door.
CONCEALED PASSAGEWAY
Originally for the use of domestic servants.
SECOND FLOOR
LANDING
There are four further bedrooms which could lend themselves to a variety of uses and provide excellent space for a growing family.
BATHROOM 4
Includes a panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin and low level WC plus shower cubicle.
THE GROUNDS
Melton Ross Hall is approached by a curved pillared brick gateway with electrically operated wrought iron gates. A sweeping tree-lined driveway approaches the front of the property with a central fountain feature, the driveway extends to both sides of the property and continues to the south side which terminates in a stable yard which includes six original stables, tack room, feed room and store plus garage/former coach house. Given the acreage of the property, these stables could be restored and provide a superb facility for those with equestrian interests or could convert to extensive garaging, subject to the necessary consents. The driveway continues to a second rear entrance.
COURTYARD
This totally enclosed and south facing courtyard is an excellent space for outdoor entertaining, being sheltered and taking full advantage of the available sunshine. Includes a number of ancillary buildings with store rooms, outside WC, etc.
PARKLAND GROUNDS
A particular feature of this property with a significant number of specimen trees, which include beech, chestnut, cedar, ash and wellingtonia sequoia. A large trout lake significantly adds to the attraction of these outstanding grounds and together with the wild garden is a big attraction for wildlife and is fed by a natural stream.
SPECIAL NOTE
It should be noted that there are restrictive covenants on the property. Full details available on request.*
COUNCIL TAX
Council Tax is payable to the North Lincolnshire Council. From verbal enquiries we are advised that the property is shown in the Council Tax Property Bandings List in Valuation Band G.*
DISCLAIMER
*The agent has not had sight of confirmation documents and therefore the buyer is advised to obtain verification from their solicitor or surveyor.
SERVICES
Mains electricity, water and drainage are connected to the property.
FIXTURES & FITTINGS
Certain fixtures and fittings may be purchased with the property but may be subject to separate negotiation as to price.
VIEWINGS
Strictly by appointment with the sole agents.
MORTGAGES
We will be pleased to offer independent advice regarding a mortgage for this property, details of which are available from our Barton office on 01652 462462. Independent advice will be given by Licensed Credit Brokers. Written quotations on request. Your home is at risk if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or other loan secured on it.
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Property Features :
- Imposing Grade II Listed Georgian Country Hall
- Stunning Parkland Setting Approaching 10 Acres
- Trout Lake
- Original Stables
- Outstanding Accommodation Approaching 7000 Sq.Ft
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