Property description

AN ELEGANT AND PRESTIGIOUS APARTMENT OF SUBSTANTIAL PROPORTIONS ENJOYING BREATHTAKING VIEWS OVER THE NATIONAL TRUST'S BIDDULPH GRANGE GARDENS.

The magnificent Grade II Listed Victorian mansion Biddulph Grange has been imaginatively converted into only nine bespoke apartments. Apartment 7 being the obvious showpiece, boasting approximately 3300 sq ft of spectacular opulence with quite remarkable views over the National Trust's historic gardens, generally considered to be \"the most important Victorian garden in Britain\".

Biddulph Grange in the 1800's was home to the accomplished horticulturalist and landowner James Bateman, which was given up by him in the late 1800's and rebuilt in 1879 by Thomas Bower architect.

In the early to mid 1900's the house served as a hospital and after years of neglect the Victorian mansion was imaginatively converted by Shepherd Homes which has now been fully restored to its former glory.

Breathtaking views over Biddulph Grange Garden and beyond are just one outstanding feature of this lavish second floor three bedroom apartment. Beautifully remodelled by the current owner, who we must say has an obvious flair for interior design, and truly only an inspection will reveal how easily such a conclusion can be drawn because it is without doubt a most stunning and distinguished home.

The residents have shared use of the majestic 54' x 34' Reception/Entertaining Hall, with Apartment 7 found on the second floor via a sweeping staircase or lift.

The whole of the apartment has hand painted walls, some we suspect with 'gold leaf', with the private reception hall offering doors to all rooms, with each of the main rooms enjoying a vista over the 'gardens'. The substantial drawing room leads through double doors to the snug, which connects though an arched opening to the kitchen. An elegant separate dining room adds an air of distinction. The master suite has arch-headed windows which feature on three sides of the room and pitched roof with exposed trusses adds character and a sense of elegance and space. A walk-in dressing room and en suite shower room enhance the luxurious ambience. There are two further double bedrooms, the second bedroom with the inclusion of an en suite shower room, with the third bedroom currently used as a study/library. Finally is the finely appointed family bathroom.

The private grounds to this property are accessed via sturdy automated operated gates, a sweeping driveway leads to the unforgettable entrance to this residence and discreetly positioned is the residents' secure parking bay with allocated spaces.

DIRECTIONS:
Proceed out of Congleton on the A527 (Biddulph Road) towards Biddulph. After approximately 3.4 miles turn left onto Grange Road. After approximately 200 yards turn right onto the gravel laid driveway to the automated gates. Press the intercom and wait for the vendor to remotely release the gates, proceed up the driveway and visitor parking is on the right hand side of the formal lawn to the front.

ENTRANCE
ENTRANCE HALL
Reception/Entertaining Hall
Reception/Entertaining Hall.
PRIVATE ENTRANCE VESTIBULE:
2.24m (7ft 4in) x 2.16m (7ft 1in)
Plaster coving to ceiling. Dado rail. Deep skirting. Fitted cloaks cupboard.

MAIN HALL:
13.03m (42ft 9in) x 1.98m (6ft 6in) Maximum
Plaster coving to ceiling. Low voltage downlighters. Moulded wall cornices. Two double panel central heating radiators. Two sash windows. Deep skirting. 13 Amp power points. Moulded panelling to entrance doorways. Corinthian columns to master suite entrance. Marble tiled floor. Large rounded entrance to:

INNER HALL:
10.9m (35ft 9in) x 1.42m (4ft 8in)
Plaster coving to ceiling. Arched moulded coving. Dado rail. Double panel central heating radiator. Low voltage downlighters. Moulded tiled floor. Store cupboard. Large rounded entrance to:

REAR RECEPTION HALL:
5.66m (18ft 7in) x 1.98m (6ft 6in)
Two sash windows. Plaster coving to ceiling. Dado rail. Double panel central heating radiator. 13 Amp power points. Oak panelled entrance door to landing leading to main staircase.

LAUNDRY ROOM:
1.96m (6ft 5in) x 1.65m (5ft 5in)
Two Keston gas central heating boilers. Climate control unit. Stainless steel single drainer sink unit with cupboard below. Glazed tiles to splashbacks. Cupboard housing Megaflow pressurised hot water cylinder.

DRAWING ROOM:
7.01m (23ft 0in) x 5.92m (19ft 5in)
Plaster coving to ceiling. Two sash windows enjoying stunning views over Biddulph Grange gardens. Moulded wall cornices. Deep skirting. Three double panel central heating radiators. 13 Amp power points. Cast iron feature fireplace having coal effect electric fire inset with tiled insert, marble back with Adams style fire surround and natural slate hearth. Four wall light points. Panelled and coloured glass French doors to:

DRAWING ROOM VIEWS
SNUG:
5.49m (18ft 0in) x 3.66m (12ft 0in)
Sash window with views over Biddulph Grange gardens. Plaster coving to ceiling. Two centre ceiling roses. Dado rail. Deep skirting. Cast iron feature fireplace with electric coal effect fire inset with natural slate hearth. Double panel central heating radiator. Television aerial point. 13 Amp power points.

KITCHEN:
6.12m (20ft 1in) x 3.2m (10ft 6in)
Sash window with views over Biddulph Grange gardens. Low voltage downlighters. Plaster coving to ceiling. Range of modern cream fronted eye level units, two being glass fronted display cabinets with under pelmet lighting and base units having solid stardust granite surfaces with preformed drainer having inset Franke one and a half bowl sink unit. Integrated Smeg dishwasher. Smeg range cooker with six burner gas hob and electric oven/grill below with wide Smeg extractor hood over. Space for fridge/freezer. 13 Amp power points. Central heating timer controls. Amtico flooring.

DINING ROOM:
6.15m (20ft 2in) x 5.51m (18ft 1in)
Two sash windows overlooking Biddulph Grange gardens. Plaster coving to ceiling. Raki lighting unit with spot lights. Centre ceiling rose. Dado rail. Deep skirting. Two wall light points. 13 Amp power points. Panelled and glazed French doors to hallway.

FAMILY BATHROOM:
4.57m (15ft 0in) x 2.29m (7ft 6in) Reducing to 2.06m (6ft 9in)
Low voltage downlighters. Plaster coving to ceiling. Two wall light points. Hand painted marbled walls. Villeroy and Boch white suite comprising: low level w.c., bidet, pedestal wash hand basin. Sunken tiled bath with shower rose and taps. Chrome centrally heated towel radiator. Glazed white tiles to splashbacks. Full height fitted cupboard. Amtico flooring.

BEDROOM 3/LIBRARY/STUDY:
7.04m (23ft 1in) x 4.14m (13ft 7in) Maximum
Sash window with views over Biddulph Grange gardens. Plaster coving to ceiling. Dado rail. Two double panel central heating radiators. Deep skirting. Low voltage downlighters inset. 13 Amp power points.

BEDROOM 2:
7.01m (23ft 0in) x 4.37m (14ft 4in) Maximum
Two sash windows with views over Biddulph Grange gardens. Plaster coving to ceiling. Centre ceiling rose. Two double panel central heating radiators. 13 Amp power points. Deep skirting. Two sets of built-in wardrobes.

BEDROOM 2 PHOTO
EN SUITE:
Low voltage downlighters inset. Villeroy and Boch white suite comprising: low level w.c., pedestal wash hand basin and corner shower cubicle housing mains fed thermostatic shower with glass sliding doors. Extensive range of bathroom cabinets. Chrome centrally heated towel radiator. Glazed tiles to half height and splashbacks. Amtico flooring.

Master Suite
MASTER SUITE ENTRANCE:
Fitted wardrobes. Steps down to inner hall.

BEDROOM:
8.15m (26ft 9in) x 4.14m (13ft 7in)
Pitched ceiling with oak trussed beams. Windows to triple aspect overlooking Biddulph Grange gardens. Three wall light points. Two double panel central heating radiators. Television aerial point. 13 Amp power points.

DRESSING AREA:
3.66m (12ft 0in) x 2.64m (8ft 8in)
Low voltage downlighters inset. Plaster coving to ceiling. Two ranges of fitted wardrobes. 13 Amp power points.

SHOWER ROOM:
3.73m (12ft 3in) x 2.13m (7ft 0in)
Dual aspect sash windows. Low voltage downlighters. Plaster coving to ceiling. Villeroy and Boch white suite comprising: low level w.c, pedestal wash hand basin and large enclosed shower cubicle with glass sliding doors housing Hans Grohe thermostatically controlled shower. Shaver point. Glazed white tiles to splashbacks and half height. Amtico flooring.

Biddulph Grange Gardens
SERVICES:
All mains services are connected (although not tested).

TENURE:
Long leasehold owned by the Management Company being the residue of 999 years which started in 2004. No ground rent as levied. The new owner will become a member of the Management Company, constituted to oversee the upkeep of common parts, which effectively includes the upkeep of everything but the inside four walls of the apartment. The monthly levy is currently £493.30, which of course includes the buildings insurance.

LOCAL AUTHORITY:
Staffordshire Moorlands District Council

TAX BAND:
'G'

VIEWING:
Strictly by appointment through sole selling agent TIMOTHY A BROWN.

FLOOR PLAN

Property Features :

• 3 bedrooms
• Apartment

Property Info:

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