Property description

SOUTHWOOD HOUSE (Formerly part of Southwood Farm) represents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial four-bedroomed Grade II listed family residence in a magnificent rural setting surrounded by National Trust woodland in a sought-after Leicestershire village. Believed to date back to 1780, the Georgian-built farmhouse was part of Lord Donington's Old Parks estate which was then purchased by the Harpur Crewe family in 1898 and became part of the well-known Calke Estate. The spacious family home boasts a host of authentic original features and accommodation spread over two floors, and briefly comprises: a refitted living kitchen/diner, sitting room, dining room, office/study, laundry room, two bathrooms and four generous bedrooms. The spacious detached property has been refurbished to a high standard and nestles in delightful informal lawned gardens including a natural pond, sizeable gravelled yard space, block-paved driveway and a enclosed gated courtyard. The total plot measures approximately 1.5 acres or thereabouts. The property is located approximately three-quarters of a mile from the main road near Staunton Harold Nurseries and is reached by a track which meanders through woodland and farmland. Indeed an idyllic location. Viewing is enthusiastically recommended. No Upward Chain.

THE LOCATION
CALKE is renowned for its picturesque countryside and wonderful views. There are many fine country pursuits to be enjoyed in and around the surrounding area, including: walking, cycling, horse riding, fishing and golf. Calke Abbey (a National Trust residence) is close-by. The location of Southwood House is particularly outstanding - the farm house is situated at the head of a long and private lane that meanders through picturesque woodlands and farmland - a distance of some three-quarters of a mile from the main road, near the entrance to the driveway that leads to Staunton Harold nurseries.

ABOUT THE PROPERTY
SOUTHWOOD HOUSE (Formerly part of Southwood Farm) represents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial four-bedroomed Grade II listed family residence in a magnificent rural setting surrounded by National Trust woodland in a sought-after Leicestershire village. Believed to date back to 1780, the Georgian-built farmhouse was part of Lord Donington's Old Parks estate which was then purchased by the Harpur Crewe family in 1898 and became part of the well-known Calke Estate. The spacious family home boasts a host of authentic original features and accommodation spread over two floors, and briefly comprises: a refitted living kitchen/diner, sitting room, dining room, office/study, laundry room, two bathrooms and four generous bedrooms. The spacious detached property has been refurbished to a high standard and nestles in delightful informal lawned gardens including a natural pond, sizeable gravelled yard space, block-paved driveway and a enclosed gated courtyard. The total plot measures approximately 1.5 acres or thereabouts. The property is located approximately three-quarters of a mile from the main road near Staunton Harold Nurseries and is reached by a track which meanders through woodland and farmland. Indeed an idyllic location. Viewing is enthusiastically recommended. No Upward Chain.

ACCOMMODATION IN DETAIL - Draft details

RECEPTION HALLWAY
An external solid timber door leads into a traditional exposed beamed ceiling hallway. With a tiled floor, a multi-paned glazed external door leading to the courtyard with a matching multi-paned glazed window to the side elevation. A central heating radiator, and a decorative exposed brick archway leading to the:-

SPACIOUS DINING ROOM - 17' 0'' x 14' 10'' (5.17m x 4.51m)
With an array of traditional period features; the grand Inglenook brick built fireplace with a multi-fuelled burning stove resting on a quarry tiled hearth, exposed beamed ceiling and a feature period bread oven mounted within the fireplace. Multi-paned glazed windows to both the front and rear elevations overlooking the private courtyard and rear gardens. Authentic latched door leading to a walk-in storage room which also incorporates a multi-paned glazed window to the rear elevation. A central heating radiator. Stairs rising to the first floor accommodation with an archway to the inner looby and further doors leading to the living kitchen/diner, downstairs bathroom and the sitting room.

GRAND SITTING ROOM - 23' 11'' x 16' 9'' (7.29m x 5.10m)
An impressive spacious family sitting room with a feature multi-fuelled burning stove resting on a raised Westmorland slate hearth, Regency-style surround with an exposed brick inset. Exposed traditional beamed ceiling, TV and telephone points. Three multi-paned glazed windows to the front and rear elevations with a set of multi-paned glazed French doors leading to the rear patio area.


Returning to the dining room; archway leading to the:-

INNER LOBBY AREA
Carpeted lobby area with a traditional exposed beamed ceiling with two traditional panelled radiators, leading to the living kitchen/diner and the inner lobby area.

DOWNSTAIRS FITTED BATHROOM - 7' 7'' x 5' 9'' (2.31m x 1.74m)
Recently refitted in a lovely traditional style with a panelled plunge-style corner bath with stylish traditional hot and cold taps. A fitted Roman dual-head mixer shower over, Imperial corner pedestal mounted sink with traditional stylish hot and cold taps and low-flush toilet. Traditional painted wood paneling to the lower walls with a oak surround and oak window sill. A bespoke built-in vanity cupboard with a oak dresser top and matching wall mounted cupborads over, tiled stone-effect splashbacks, central heating radiator and a towel radiator. Loft access hatch and a multi-paned glazed window to the front elevation. Returning to the lobby area, a traditional panelled door leads to the dining kitchen.

SPACIOUS DINING KITCHEN - 32' 3'' x 14' 6'' max (9.84m x 4.41m)
With a range of bespoke oak wall mounted cupboards with matching base and drawer units. A bespoke oak built central island with a further range of drawer units, contrasting square-edged granite worktops with a inset electric induction four-ring hob, inset double porcelain sink with a grooved granite drainer and mixer tap. Electric Aga with double electric oven and dual hot plates, decorative oak lintel and extractor over. Granite upstands with tiled splashbacks and traditional exposed beamed ceiling. A built-in bespoke oak cabinet cupboard with glazed display units with downlights, square-edged oak worktop, contrasting built-in central cupboard and downlights. Integrated Neff microwave combination oven, Neff multi-functional electric oven and grill, Neff larder-style fridge and a Miele dishwasher. Two further panelled doors leading to the cloakroom/bootroom and the walk-in pantry room. A Travertine stone tiled floor within the kitchen area with carpet in the living/diner space. Multi-paned glazed window to the side elevation overlooking the gardens. Open archway leading to the living/dining area with a large bespoke matching oak corner larder cupboard, recessed halogen downlights, two central heating radiators, loft access hatch with feature double glazed multi-paned windows to the rear elevation overlooking the rear gardens and National Trust woodland. A multi-paned double glazed door leading to the rear patio.





WALK-IN PANTRY - 6' 7'' x 5' 8'' (2.00m x 1.73m)
With a quarry tiled floor and roll-edged worktop with a storage cupboard below. Space for a upright fridge freezer, and a multi-paned glazed window to the front elevation. Returning to the living kitchen/diner; internal glazed door leading to the:

LAUNDRY ROOM - 14' 8'' x 9' 8'' (4.47m x 2.94m)
A spacious laundry utility room with a range of drawer and base units and a wood-effect roll-edged worktop. Space and plumbing for a washing machine, automatic dryer and upright fridge freezer. Oil-fueled Worcester floor standing boiler, inset Belfast sink with mixer tap, tiled splashbacks, exposed beamed ceiling, multi-paned double glazed windows to the side and rear elevations and a multi-paned door leading to the rear yard area.

OFFICE - 14' 8'' x 6' 0'' (4.47m x 1.84m)
Exposed beamed ceiling, telephone point, tiled floor. Fitted with a range of base units and a roll-edged worktop. Returning to the dining room, stairs rise to the first floor accommodation.

FIRST FLOOR ACCOMMODATION

GALLERIED LANDING - 32' 4'' x 6' 3'' (9.86m x 1.91m)
With a partly exposed beamed ceiling, two central heating radiators and a loft access hatch with a fixed 'pull-down' ladder. A snug reading area and panelled doors leading to the four bedrooms and the traditional fitted bathroom.

MASTER BEDROOM - 17' 8'' x 10' 10'' (5.38m x 3.29m)
A grand master bedroom fitted with part-glazed wardrobes and space for a dressing table. Two central heating radiators, exposed beamed ceiling and dual aspect multi-paned windows to the front and rear elevations.

BEDROOM TWO - 12' 0'' x 11' 0'' (3.66m x 3.36m)
A generous sized bedroom with built-in cupboards, inset single ceiling light, central heating radiator and a multi-paned window overlooking the National Trust woodland.

BEDROOM THREE - 11' 0'' x 10' 8'' (3.36m x 3.24m)
A built-in cupboard with a hanging rail and shelving, exposed beamed ceiling, central heating radiator and a multi-paned window overlooking the National Trust woodland.

GUEST BEDROOM - 14' 8'' x 8' 8'' (4.47m x 2.64m)
Fitted with a roll-edged dressing table with an inset Armitage Shanks sink and drawers below. Central heating radiator and a multi-paned window to the side elevation.

FAMILY BATHROOM - 8' 11'' x 8' 10'' (2.73m x 2.69m)
With a three-piece suite comprising: A timber panelled cast iron bath with a brass effect mixer tap and shower attachment, frosted glazed shower screen, fully tiled splashbacks and a Sanitan low-flush toilet. A fully fitted vanity unit with built-in glazed display units and a dressing table with a inset sink. Exposed beamed ceiling, central heating radiator and a multi-paned glazed window to the front elevation.

LOFT ROOM - 25' 3'' x 18' 1'' (7.7m x 5.51m)
Accessed via the fixed 'pull down' ladder on the galleried landing. With solid concrete floors, two multi-paned glazed windows to the front elevation and a dividing wall. There is potential here to make further living accommodation (subject to the necessary consents being obtained).

OUTSIDE

REAR GARDENS
Idyllic position enjoying stunning open views over the surrounding countryside. There's a block paved patio area and a footpath that leads around the perimeter of the property. A dwarf wall to the rear with various shrubs. An extensive lawn area with a large natural pond and wired fencing to the boundaries. External power, lighting and water tap. Also, a handy brick-built outbuilding which has power and lighting capabilities - requires electricity connecting. The oil tank is also situated in the rear garden area on a raised base.



YARD AREA
A graveled yard area offering further parking facilities. Beyond the yard area are concrete foundations for a potential garage. A useful brick-built storage outbuilding and a timber gate leading to the front driveway/courtyard

FRONT COURTYARD
An extensive private block paved driveway with two brick built walls and wrought-iron dual leaf gates leading to the enclosed courtyard area offering parking for several cars.

COUNCIL TAX BAND
The council tax band is believed to be: 'G'.

HOW TO GET THERE.
From our NEWTON FALLLOWELL office in the heart of MELBOURNE: Turn right into Market and continue into Ashby Road. In just over TWO miles, take a a right turn, signposted 'Calke and Smisby''. Follow the road for some distance (passing the reservoir and Calke Village on your right), and look out for signs to the 'Ferrers Centre'. On reaching the left turn for the 'Ferrers Centre' and 'Staunton Harold Nurseries', continue for just 150 yards and take the next left turn into the lane signposted 'PRIVATE ROAD'. You are now 3/4 of a mile from Southwood House. Continue on this lane, through woodland. Fork right at the sign 'Southwood Farm' and then, a few hundred yards later fork right following the sign to 'Southwood House'.

PLEASE NOTE:
MEASUREMENTS: Please note that room sizes are quoted in metres to the nearest tenth of a metre measured from wall to wall. The imperial equivalent is included as an approximate guide for applicants not fully conversant with the metric system. Room measurements are included as a guide to room sizes and are not intended to be used when ordering carpets or flooring. All mains are connected - except gas and sewage. The central heating boiler is OIL fired, and drainage is to a septic tank. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by Newton Fallowell and no guarantee as to their operating ability or their efficiency can be given.TENURE Freehold - with vacant possession on completion. Newton Fallowell recommend that purchasers satisfy themselves as to the tenure of this property and we recommend they consult a legal representative such as a solicitor appointed in their purchase.

Property Features :

• Substantial Restored Grade II Listed Period Farmhouse
• Four Bedrooms - Three Reception Rooms
• Stunning Rural Location
• Bespoke Oak Kitchen - Laundry Room - Walk-In Pantry
• Character Beamed Sitting Room - Separate Dining Room