Property description
THIS TRULY IS A MAGNIFICENT COUNTRY RESIDENCE SET IN APPROXIMATELY 2 ACRES OF FORMAL LAWNED GARDENS IN THIS MOST SOUGHT AFTER RURAL LOCATION BETWEEN NOTTINGHAM AND DERBY. SINCE PURCHASING THE PROPERTY THE CURRENT OWNERS HAVE CARRIED OUT AN EXTENSIVE AND HIGH QUALITY ENLARGEMENT PROGRAMME THAT HAS CREATED AN INDIVIDUAL AND VERY SPECIAL HOME THAT OFFERS MUCH MORE THAN ANY OTHER SIMILAR PROPERTIES THAT HAVE COME TO THE MARKET OVER THE PAST FEW YEARS.
It indeed provides Robert Ellis with immense pleasure to be instructed to market Greythorpe Court which provides high quality and spacious accommodation that is arranged on two levels. The property is well screened from the road and is entered via automatically operated gates that lead to the pebbled drive that runs to the front of the property. The current owners purchased their home approximately 12 years ago and since then have carried out a series of extensions which has substantially enlarged the original house so it now takes full advantage of its beautiful plot that includes manicured formal lawned gardens that surround the house and in turn back onto open and unspoilt countryside. If this is the style of residence that would suit the requirements of a potential buyer who is looking for something special, then it is highly recommended they make an appointment with Robert Ellis to undertake a full inspection so they can see the full extent of this most beautiful home and the layout and size of the gardens that are within the grounds of the property for themselves.
The property stands well back from Derby Road and from each elevation has a most attractive appearance with all the main living areas on the left hand side and rear opening onto the private patios and gardens. The original house was built in the 1930's and the extensions that have been added over recent years have been completed so they are in keeping with the original home. In fact the property has been so well designed it has the feeling externally that it was all the original property with rendering to the external elevations, leaded windows to the front and main side elevation all under a series of pitched tiled roofs. The house is heated by a full GAS CENTRAL HEATING system with UNDER FLOOR HEATING extending across all the main ground floor living accommodation and an air conditioned heating system to the entertainment suite that is positioned to the rear of the house. The property is entered via an impressive pair of wooden panelled doors which open into the spacious entrance hallway with this hall area having polished lime stone tiled flooring which extends into the open plan formal dining room. From the hall there is a sweeping hard wood staircase with balustrade leading to a galleried landing at first floor level. The main living space is positioned to the rear of the house where there is a large area providing a lounge, sitting area and space which is currently used as a study. This room has a most magnificent individually designed fireplace that has a marble surround with a granite hearth and being a wood burning fire has a protective fire resistance glass screen all set in a mirrored chimney breast. There are bi-folding doors leading out to the beautiful private patio area at the rear and there are also French doors leading out to the second patio area at the side. There are double opening doors leading through into the dining kitchen, which again has been designed and arranged so there are bi-folding doors leading out to the rear patio area and the kitchen is fitted with high quality hand made wooden units and granite work surfaces with several quality INTEGRATED APPLIANCES being incorporated within the kitchen and dining areas. There is also a second pair of double opening doors leading from the main living space through a rear hallway to the entertainment room which includes several different areas to sit and relax and again has a most beautiful and individually designed wood burning fire that is incorporated in a black glazed wall which in itself creates a most interesting feature in this additional spacious living space. This room includes all the equipment you would expect with a ceiling mounted projector, retractable cinema screen, surround sound and ambient lighting. There are also French doors leading out to the private patio areas at the rear and side of the house. To the front of the property there are two further reception rooms which are currently used as a morning/sitting room and a study/sitting room and there is an additional wood panelled room which has been used as an extra bedroom as required or a further reception room. Off the hallway there is one of the luxurious shower rooms and ground floor w.c. facility and within the central part of the house there is a utility room.
The first floor is approached via the hard wood staircase which leads to an open galleried landing which in turn leads to the three bedroom suites, all having their own EN-SUITE facilities. The master bedroom is situated at the rear of the house and has bi-folding doors opening to a balcony which has a glazed screen balustrade and provides a lovely outside space to enjoy the morning sun. The master bedroom also has a spacious dressing room area with a walk-in wardrobe facility which is fitted with extensive hanging space and shelving. There is a full bathroom en-suite with a separate shower as well as a bath and two hand basins and then there is a second en-suite facility to the master suite which has a further walk-in wardrobe which is also fitted with extensive hanging space and shelving. The two further bedroom suites are again large double rooms and they both have large en-suite shower rooms with mains flow shower systems and two hand basins so as with the other bathroom facilities they have a most luxurious feel.
The outside of the house is a story in itself as all the gardens that surround this magnificent individual home have been landscaped with several formal lawned garden areas, one of which has an Italian sunken garden and another a water feature with the lawned garden extending to one of the main patio areas to the left hand side of the house. There is a full self-contained SUMMERHOUSE which includes a fitted and equipped kitchen area and a separate toilet facility and has double opening glazed French doors which lead out to the barbeque area, from which there are steps with a pergola over leading to the main Indian sand stone patio positioned to the rear of the house. There is also an extensive pergola set on ornate pillars which run across the centre of the garden and beyond this and the summerhouse there are further lawned garden areas which have hedging and screening to the boundaries. There is also a substantial wooden building included within the sale which provides a store for garden machinery and equipment.
Although this most beautiful residence is set in its own gardens and backs onto open countryside, it is still within a short drive of the many local amenities and facilities provided by the nearby towns and villages with Tesco and Asda stores being found in Long Eaton and a Sainsbury's at Pride park on the way to Derby, there are excellent state and independent schools, health care and sports facilities which include several local golf courses, walks in the surrounding picturesque countryside and there are excellent transport links which include J25 of the M1, stations at East Midlands Parkway, Derby and Long Eaton, the latest extension to the Nottingham tram system is now open and with it terminating in nearby Toton will provide an additional means of transport to and from Nottingham city centre. There is also the East Midlands Airport which is approximately 10 miles away and then there is the A52 and other main roads which provide good access to both Nottingham and Derby and also connects to other cities and towns in the region.
Porch: Open porch with pillared entrance and steps leading to:
Reception Hall: [8.33m (27ft 4in) x 3.25m (10ft 8in) approx] the main reception hall area is a very impressive entrance to the property and has a feature hard wood staircase with balustrade leading to the galleried landing at first floor level. There is a sloping ceiling over the stairs with two inset glazed windows and there is polished lime stone tiling with under floor heating that extends into the inner hallway and through into the formal dining area. There is a full height leaded double glazed window to the side with a further leaded double glazed window to the front.
Dining Area: [5.11m (16ft 9in) x 4.34m (14ft 3in) max approx] from the dining area there are double opening double glazed leaded French doors with side panels leading out to the private patio area to the left hand side of the property, polished lime stone tiled flooring with under floor heating, cornice to the wall and ceiling, recessed spotlights to the ceiling, recess with lighting, two wall lights and glazed doors leading to a morning room at the front of the house and a study area towards the rear.
Sitting Room/Study: [5.49m (18ft 0in) x 4.19m (13ft 9in) approx] having floor to ceiling double glazed leaded windows to the front with two leaded windows to the side, feature log effect gas fire set in an ornate surround, cornice to the wall and ceiling, recessed spotlights to the ceiling, under floor heating and double opening glazed doors leading into the reception hall.
Morning Room: [3.89m (12ft 9in) x 3.58m (11ft 9in) approx] double glazed leaded French doors with matching side panels leading out to the garden and patio area at the side of the property, leaded double glazed box bay window to the front, cornice to the wall and ceiling, recessed spotlights to the ceiling and under floor heating.
Bedroom 4/Sitting Room: [3.81m (12ft 6in) x 3.28m (10ft 9in) approx] double glazed leaded window to the side with wooden casing and matching ¾ wood panelling to the walls, cornice to the wall and ceiling, plate rail to the walls and under floor heating.
Ground Floor Shower Room/wc: Off the main hallway there is a shower room/w.c. which includes a double walk-in shower with a mains flow shower system, tiling to three walls and sliding glazed door with side panel, low flush w.c. with a concealed cistern and sculptured sink with over head mixer tap set in a surface with two vanity drawers below, tiled flooring, recessed spotlights to the ceiling, ¾ opaque glazed door leading out to the hallway, built-in shelved storage cupboard with mirror fronted doors and under floor heating.
Main Living Area: [8.94m (29ft 4in) x 7.24m (23ft 9in) max approx] this room is divided into three different areas with there being an individual feature log burning fire with a marble surround and granite hearth with glazed protective screen set in a mirrored chimney breast, 'Porcelanosa' tiling with under floor heating that extends across the whole of this living area and has under floor heating, vaulted ceiling with three Velux windows and lighting, further recess lighting by the fireplace, bi-folding doors leading out to the patio at the rear and a recess with aerial and power points for a flat screen TV. The second sitting area within this main living room has double opening double glazed French style doors leading out to the patio and garden area at the side of the property with there being full height double glazed windows to the side, further double glazed panels above the French doors which are incorporated into a vaulted ceiling, 'Porcelanosa' tiled flooring with under floor heating extending from this area into the study area. The study area has two double glazed full height windows to the side with two further leaded windows, 'Porcelanosa' tiled flooring with under floor heating, cornice to the wall and ceiling and recessed lighting.
Breakfast Kitchen: [6.83m (22ft 5in) max x 4.8m (15ft 9in) approx] the kitchen is exclusively fitted with hand made wooden units and granite top work surfaces and includes several high quality integrated appliances. Included is a 'Belfast' sink with mixer tap set in a granite work surface which extends across a second wall where there is a five ring induction hob inset in the work surface which has a mirrored back plate and lighting over. Beneath the work surface areas to these two walls there is a double drawer dishwasher, cupboards, drawers and two fridge drawers below the cooking area. There is a 'Miele' oven with a combination oven above and a warming drawer below with further cupboard over. Pull out storage cupboard to the side of the ovens, central island with granite surface which extends into a breakfast bar with further drawers below, matching eye level wall cupboards, double glazed leaded window to the side, wooden flooring which extends across the whole dining kitchen area and recessed spotlights to the ceiling.
In the dining area there are bi-folding double glazed doors leading out to the patio at the rear of the property, floor to ceiling double glazed window to the side and a further double glazed leaded box bay window to the side of the room which has fitted seating with fitted furniture to either side and below. Integrated coffee machine and steam oven with granite preparation surface to the side with drawers and shelf below, quality wood flooring, recessed spotlights to the ceiling and double opening doors leading into the main living area. There is a Georgian glazed door leading from the kitchen into the hallway where there is a fitted drinks area with mirrored back panel and glazed shelving, wine/drinks cooler and a space for a double fridge with cupboards over, recessed spotlights and tiling to the floor.
Utility Room: [2.95m (9ft 8in) x 1.68m (5ft 6in) approx] the utility room has a sink with mixer tap set in an 'L'-shaped work surface with cupboards and space for an automatic washing machine below. The cupboards incorporate the manifold valves for the under floor heating system, there is an upright pantry style storage cupboard, back plate to the work surface areas, tiled flooring and sliding glazed door leading back into the living accommodation with shelf above.
Rear Hallway: From the main living area there are double doors leading into the rear hall which has a wooden door leading out to the patio at the rear of the property, there are double glazed windows to the side, wall mounted heater, double shelved storage cupboard with sliding doors, 'Karndean' flooring and hatch to roof space. Double opening doors leading into:
Entertainment Room: [10.97m (36ft 0in) x 5.89m (19ft 4in) plus bay approx] the entertainment room is a very special feature of this most beautiful home and has a further feature log burning fire incorporated in a glazed wall with granite plinth. From the ceiling there is a screen which is automatically operated to drop down in front of the glazed wall. There are two sets of double glazed double opening French doors with further glazed panels to the side and above leading out to the gardens at the side and rear, there is a large bay window with floor to ceiling double glazed windows, there are two further double glazed full height windows to the rear, there is a full cinema system with high quality projector fitted to the ceiling and there is a sound system within the room and ambient lighting. There are two air conditioning units which also provide the heat to this area and there is quality oak flooring.
First Floor Landing: The sweeping stairs come onto a galleried landing with the balustrade continued from the stairs onto the landing which overlooks the main reception hall. There is a sloping ceiling over the stairs with two inset glazed panels, cornice to the wall and ceiling and recessed lighting.
Bedroom 1: The master bedroom suite includes a dressing area/full bathroom en-suite and a further en-suite toilet with walk-in wardrobe. As you enter the room there is a dressing area [5.28m (17ft 4in) x 2.34m (7ft 8in) approx] with two mirror fronted wardrobes, one of which houses the gas central heating boiler, double glazed leaded bow window to the side, cornice to the wall and ceiling and there is a walk-in wardrobe [ 2.31m (7ft 7in) x 2.01m (6ft 7in) approx] off this main area of the bedroom which has hanging space, shelving and basket drawers. The bedroom area [5.36m (17ft 7in) x 4.8m (15ft 9in) approx] has bi-folding doors leading out onto a balcony at the rear of the property which has glazed screening and a tiled floor covering, double glazed leaded windows to the side, cornice to the wall and ceiling, recessed spotlights to the ceiling and radiator.
En-Suite Bathroom: [2.01m (6ft 7in) x 1.88m (6ft 2in) approx] the main en-suite has a white suite including a deep panelled bath with a mixer tap and hand held shower with mirrored panelling to three sides and lighting over, large walk-in shower with pivot door and screen to side with mains flow shower system, two circular hand basins with mixer taps and vanity cupboards under, low flush w.c. with concealed cistern, wooden panelling to the lower part of one wall, double glazed leaded window to the side, hatch to loft, shelving for towels at the head of the bath and Georgian glazed door to the bedroom.
Second En-suite/Dressing Area: This en-suite room has a circular sink with mixer taps set in a surface with vanity cupboards and drawers below, low flush w.c. with concealed cistern, mirrored panelling to wall with pelmet over and recessed lighting, chrome heated towel radiator, bamboo flooring and Velux window. Off this en-suite there is a further walk-in wardrobe which has a Velux window and has hanging space, shelving with further basket shelving and bamboo flooring.
Bedroom 2: [4.65m (15ft 3in) x 4.19m (13ft 9in) approx] two pairs of double opening leaded double glazed doors leading out onto 'Juliette' style balconies at the front of the house which have wrought iron balustrades, circular leaded windows to either side of the bed position, range of mirror fronted wardrobes extending along one wall with shelving to the left hand side with two of the doors providing the entrance into the en-suite shower room, two wall lights and a radiator.
En-Suite: This en-suite shower room has a walk-in tiled shower cubicle with pivot glazed door and a mains flow shower system, two circular hand basins with swan neck taps to each sink set on a glazed vanity surface with glazed shelving below, low flush w.c. with a concealed cistern, tiling to the walls and flooring, fitted ottoman with cushion seating, recessed spotlights to the ceiling and lighting by the sink areas, double glazed leaded windows to the front and side and chrome heated towel radiator.
Bedroom 3: [4.19m (13ft 9in) x 3.78m (12ft 5in) approx] double glazed leaded window to the side, radiator and cornice to the wall and ceiling.
En Suite: The third bedroom also has an en-suite shower room which includes a walk-in shower with mains flow shower system, tiling to three walls and a sliding glazed door with matching side panel, two hand basins with over head taps set in a marble surface with mirrored back panel, low flush w.c. with a concealed cistern, heated towel radiator, recessed spotlights to the ceiling, double glazed leaded window and tiled flooring.
Outside: We have been informed by the owners of the property that the total land included with the sale of the property is approximately 2 acres in size and these are mainly laid to formal gardens which are extremely well cared for and maintained. There are double opening electrically operated gates that lead out to Derby Road and there is a pebbled drive which leads to the front of the house where there is a turning area and parking for several vehicles. There are extensive lawned gardens and on the right hand side of the drive there is a lawned area with an Italian sunken garden, there are established trees, shrubs and general planting and to the left hand side of the drive there is a lawned garden area which has a sunken water feature with rockeried beds and this continues to a further lawned garden and patio area which can be accessed from the main living area, entertainment room and morning room. There is a pergola running through the centre of the garden with elaborate pillars and established planting which creates a lovely feature which helps to break the garden and beyond this there is a further pebbled area, pathways and lawns which extend down to the rear boundary of the property. There is access on the right hand boundary which leads back down to Derby Road. At the immediate rear of the house there is an extensive Indian sand stone patio area with raised beds to the sides with fencing and gates and there are steps with a pergola over, again finished in Indian sand stone which leads to a barbeque and further patio area by the summerhouse. To the left of this area there are steps leading onto a further lawned garden which has fencing to the sides and there is established hedging to the rear and side boundaries. To the rear of the house there is a wood store area and a further locked brick storage facility. There is also a large wooden building [6.1m (20ft 0in) x 3.78m (12ft 5in) approx] which creates storage for garden machinery etc. and this has power, lighting and security and has two sets of double opening doors.
Summerhouse: [6.76m (22ft 2in) x 4.78m (15ft 8in) approx] the summerhouse is independent of the main property and has rendering to the external elevations under a pitched tiled roof and provides a fully self contained living area. The summerhouse has a kitchen area which includes a fridge and integrated dishwasher and within the living area there are four double glazed windows with fitted blinds and double glazed French doors leading out to the front with a further double glazed door with side panel. Recessed lighting to the ceiling and quality laminate flooring.
Separate w.c.: Within the summerhouse there is a separate w.c. with low flush w.c. and hand basin with mixer taps, laminate flooring, wall mounted heater and recessed spotlights to the ceiling.
Directions: From the A52/J25 M1 motorway traffic island, proceed towards Risley and Sandiacre on Bostocks Lane. At the traffic light crossroads turn left onto Derby Road and continue along where the property can be found as identified by our 'for sale' board.
3119AMMP
Agents Notes: The size of the grounds will need further verification.
Property Features :
- 4 bedrooms
- Detached house
- Garage for 1 car