Property description
SUMMARY A breathtaking rural estate situated in one of the area's finest locations standing in a remarkable, secluded plot including landscaped gardens, paddock, fields and woodland extending in all to approximately 15 acres. The property was originally built for Mrs Langford Brooke in the 1930s when her son married and became the squire of Mere Hall and she moved into what was effectively a 'Dower House'. It has only had two custodians and was last on the market forty years ago. Also included in the sale is an exceptionally large brick built, two storey barn which offers potential for a number of uses. Both the house and barn offer scope for change, possible redevelopment or conversion to a separate dwelling (subject to obtaining the relevant planning consents).
The main house is constructed of brick elevations under tiled roof. Large windows maximise views over the gardens, open fields and woodland, all displaying the truly unique outlook this property offers. All rooms are spacious including four bedrooms to the first floor, two of which are ensuite. To the ground floor the property includes spacious kitchen/dining room, formal lounge, sitting room, orangery and a utility room which provides internal access to a double garage and further single garage beyond.
White Cottage stands near the top of Moss Lane and is set back from the road, approached by a long, sweeping driveway through mature specimen trees in a woodland setting leading to garaging, a turning circle and additional parking. The gardens have been thoughtfully landscaped and have numerous mature trees and shrubs. Surrounding the property to all sides are terraced areas with steps down to the front lawn, an ideal spot for al fresco dining and entertainment. To the side of the property is a substantial brick built, two storey barn with power, lighting and W.C as well as concrete standing area all round providing access to field, paddock and woodland.
LOCATION Mere is situated in an extremely convenient position approximately two miles to the northwest of Knutsford town, adjacent to the National Trust owned Tatton Park and within just a few minutes drive of both the M6 and M56 motorways, providing access to the greater north-west motorway network. Considering the rural location, Moss Lane allows easy access via the A556 toward Hale and Altrincham as well as Manchester city centre and the airport.
Nearby Knutsford is a largely unspoilt, lovely old market town offering day-to-day shopping facilities with an abundance of restaurants, brasseries and other eateries. The Mere Country Club and Golf Course provides excellent facilities, and first class schools in Knutsford cater for children of most ages in both the state and private sectors
The property boasts the most breathtaking setting benefitting from one of the most unique plots, more secluded than most, providing your own private views over open fields and woodland.
DIRECTIONS From the roundabout in Canute Square travel along Manchester Road (A50) passing The Heath on your left out of town and past The Cottons Hotel. Follow the road round the left hand bend before turning immediately left into Moss Lane. White Cottage is the first property on the right, marked with a 'For Sale' board.
INTERNAL ENTRANCE PORCH Solid wood front door leading to:
ENTRANCE HALL Featuring glazed door to lounge, door to downstairs W.C.
DOWNSTAIRS W.C Antique style, low level W.C, wall mounted antique style wash hand basin with mixer taps over, understairs storage, built in shelving and double glazed window to front elevation.
LOUNGE 26' 7" x 13' 06" (8.1m x 4.11m) Exceptional reception room featuring large double glazed bay windows to front elevation with views over front garden and open farmland with a further two double glazed window to each side. A cast iron wood burning stove is a focal point for the room, set on a marble hearth. Stairs to first floor.
SITTING ROOM 13' 09" x 12' 10" (4.19m x 3.91m) Well lit by double glazed windows to front and side elevations and glazed door providing access to front terrace area. Open fire with wooden mantle over, seated on marble hearth and built in recess shelving.
KITCHEN/DINER 27' 05" x 18' 03" (8.36m x 5.56m) Featuring dual aspect with double glazed window to front elevation and two large double glazed windows and door to side elevation. The kitchen is fitted with a range of wooden fronted wall and base units incorporating cupboards, drawers and shelving with contrasting work surface over, central island unit, 'AGA' fitted in chimney recess with brick surround, space and plumbing for dishwasher and large sink and drainer with mixer tap over. This room also features a superb family dining area. Bi-folding doors to orangery and glazed door to utility.
ORANGERY 24' 06" x 15' 10" (7.47m x 4.83m) Arguably one of the property's best features is a well appointed orangery offers exceptional views over the fields to the rear. Featuring tiled flooring throughout, bi-folding doors out onto front terrace area and glazed door to rear terrace.
UTILITY ROOM 17' 06" x 8' 11" (5.33m x 2.72m) Featuring double glazed windows to both sides, built in shelving and work surface, space and plumbing for washing machine and dryer.
DOUBLE GARAGE 17' 08" x 20' 06" (5.38m x 6.25m) Featuring power, lighting, convenience door from utility, double glazed windows to rear and two electric roller doors. Leads to single garage.
SINGLE GARAGE 17' 08" x 12' 0" (5.38m x 3.66m) Double glazed window to rear and side, eves storage and electric roller door.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING Large double glazed window to front elevation.
MASTER BEDROOM 14' 06" x 13' 07" (4.42m x 4.14m) Exceptional master bedroom well lit by large double glazed bay window with storage below and a futher two double glazed windows to side elevations featuring views over the front garden and beyond. Cast iron fireplace with wooden mantle over.
FAMILY BATHROOM 10' 08" x 4' 09" (3.25m x 1.45m) Fitted of antique style 'Oxford' suite comprising: pedestal wash hand basin with antique style mixer tap over, panelled bath with telephone style mixer tap and shower attachment and high level W.C. Fitted with a range of built in shelving and fitted mirror.
BEDROOM TWO 12' 10" x 13' 08" (3.91m x 4.17m) Large double bedroom with dual aspect featuring double glazed window to front and side elevations. Cast iron fireplace with electric fire, ornate surround and timber mantle. Built in recess shelving.
BEDROOM THREE 12' 11" x 11' 0" (3.94m x 3.35m) Double glazed window to side elevation with views over rural Cheshire, cast iron fireplace with electric fire and ornate surround.
ENSUITE Featuring fully tiled shower cubicle with 'Mira' shower, pedestal wash and basin with mixer tap over and low level W.C. Double glazed window to side elevation.
BEDROOM 4 10' 06" x 12' 11" (3.2m x 3.94m) Double glazed window to front elevation, large double glazed window to side elevation and loft access.
ENSUITE Featuring fully tiled shower cubicle with 'Mira' shower, pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap over and low level W.C. Double glazed window to side elevation.
LOFT The loft is currently accessed via the fourth bedroom, but offers potential for a number of uses or conversion.(Subject to relevant planning consents). This space is substantial and has been boarded and carpeted by the current owner and features three double glazed windows as well as having power and lighting.
OUTSIDE BRICK BUILT TWO STOREY BARN GROUND FLOOR MAIN 22' 06" x 60' 02" (6.86m x 18.34m) With three electric roller shutters, power, lighting and stairs to first.
STORE ROOM 22' 06" x 11' 09" (6.86m x 3.58m) Featuring double glazed window to rear, convenience door to front and access to mezzanine floor. Stainless steel sink and drainer with mixer tap over.
DOWNSTAIRS W.C Low level W.C and double glazed window to front.
FIRST FLOOR UPPER FLOOR 72' 06" x 22' 10" (22.1m x 6.96m) Featuring two circular windows to each end, power and lighting.
GARDENS, GROUNDS & LAND The property sits in approximately 15 acres of gardens, woodland and amenity land (with stock proof fencing all around). The breakdown is approximately 2 acres of house and gardens, 5 acres of woodland with beautiful woodland walk and 8 acres of fields which would appeal to those with equestrian interests or for small scale farming or country pursuits.
OPTION LAND: five acres of fields available via separate negotiation and a possible 31 acres across the lane
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with the agents Wright Marshall Knutsford Office. E-mail: knutsford@wrightmarshall.co.uk.
SALE PARTICULARS & PLAN/S
The sale particulars and plan/s have been prepared for the convenience of prospective purchasers and, whilst every care has been taken in their preparation, their accuracy is not guaranteed nor, in any circumstances, will they give grounds for an action in law.
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