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NEWHALL CROSS HOUSE | WRENBURY ROAD | ASTON | NANTWICH | CHESHIRE | CW5 8DQ
GUIDE PRICE £998,500
A grand total of 5888 sqft including the main House
ancillary Dutch Barn and Building
(office, gym and garage/store).
A Quintessential Detached Four Bedroom, Three Bathroom, Grade II Listed timber framed
formerly thatched, rural village house Circa 1600's, exquisitely restored and sympathetically
improved with high quality sumptuous fixtures and fittings throughout, including original
galleon beams. In addition the detached Dutch Barn is a delightful ancillary dwelling with
proven holiday let potential, together with a further Detached Building accommodates
an office, gym and garage. Set within fabulous mature landscaped gardens in the
heart of the village, having a pond, sun terrace, thatched breeze house,
adjoining open fields and extending to approx. 1.765 Acre.
“Newhall Cross House”, Wrenbury Road, Aston,
Near Nantwich, Cheshire, CW5 8DQ
DIRECTIONS
Proceed out of Nantwich, past Shrewbridge Lake, on the Whitchurch
Road (A530) for approx. 3 miles, passing Sound Primary School on
your right hand side. On entering the village of Aston, turn right off the
main road into Sandy Lane by the Plantation. At the 'T' junction, turn
right onto Wrenbury Road. Proceed towards the delightful country
pub 'The Bhurtpore' and Newhall Cross House will be observed
further on the right hand side.
ASTON
Aston is a delightful rural hamlet, centred around the crossroads on
the Whitchurch Road. It has a Cricket Ground & a Public House & is
within easy travelling distance of Wrenbury which has its own Doctors
Surgery, Railway Station, Post Office, General Store & a Primary
School.
There are Primary Schools at Wrenbury, Sound & Audlem, and
Nantwich has Secondary & Primary Schools.
NOTE (1): The 'Good Pub Guide 2015' lists the Bhurtpore Public
House in Aston as one of Britain's Top Ten Pubs for beer and also Top
Ten Pubs for whiskey. Tel 01270 780917.
NOTE (2): The nearest railway station is in Wrenbury (less than one
mile) from the property, positioned on the Crewe-Shrewsbury line.
NOTE (3): Wrenbury Medical Centre. Nantwich Road, Wrenbury,
Cheshire, CW5 8EU, CW5 8EU. Tel: 01270 780210.
NEARBY NANTWICH
Nantwich is a charming market town set beside the River Weaver with
a rich history, a wide range of speciality shops & 4 supermarkets.
Nantwich in Bloom in November 2015 was delighted to have once
again scooped the prestigious Gold award from the Britain in Bloom
competition. In Cheshire, Nantwich is second only to Chester in its
wealth of historic buildings. The High Street has many of the town's
finest buildings, including the Queen's Aide House and The Crown
Hotel built in 1585.
Four major motorways which cross Cheshire ensure fast access to the
key commercial centres of Britain and are linked to Nantwich by the
A500 Link Road. Manchester Airport, one of Europe's busiest and
fastest developing, is within a 45 minute drive of Nantwich. Frequent
trains from Crewe railway station link Cheshire to London-Euston in
only 1hr 30mins. Manchester and Liverpool offer alternative big city
entertainment. Internationally famous football teams, theatres and
concert halls are just some of the many attractions.
GENERAL REMARKS AND COMMENTS
Nestled discreetly in a glorious village setting, this outstanding period
village house filled with character and charm oozes tremendous appeal.
Boasting a separate detached two Storey three bedroom Dutch Barn
and separate single storey Garage / Gym / Office Building, the generous
mature gardens with various seating areas and courtyard make a
wonderful haven in which to relax, entertain and simply enjoy the
magnificent surrounds. Viewing is highly recommended.
THE ACCOMMODATION: With approx dimensions, comprises:-
ENTRANCE HALL
Oak entrance door, oak radiator cover, exposed ceiling, wall timbers
and door frames, hanging oak doors, exposed dressed sandstone wall
feature.
SITTING ROOM
19' 10" max. x 16' 8" (6.05m x 5.08m) A stunning original dressed stone
surround to large open exposed brick fireplace with raised stone
hearth. Large Clearview wood burning stove, heavily beamed ceiling
and exposed wall timbers, two oak radiator covers, feature original oak
window frames with leaded light inserts. Glass shelved china cabinet
with lighting. Oak entrance door descending via sandstone steps to the
cellar.
SITTING ROOM
WINE CELLAR
11' 1" x 10' 1" (3.38m x 3.07m) Brick flooring, whitewashed walls, wine
racks.
SECONDARY STAIRCASE TO 1ST FLOOR WITH UNDERSTAIRS
CUPBOARD
LIBRARY
14' 5" x 11' 10" (4.39m x 3.61m) Blackcast open fireplace with tiled
inserts having a black slate hearth and oak mantel surround. Beautifully
crafted oak fitted furniture to three elevations providing extensive
book shelving with cupboard storage beneath, six pivot mounted
lantern lights, panel glazed side elevation bay window with bespoke
pleated velvet ceiling feature & central double open doors to side
garden, TV point, telephone point, oak radiator cover, built in oak
double storage cupboard, exposed ceiling beam.
(Fire fender may be available by separate negotiation).
DINING HALL
22' 3" max. x 17' 2" max. (6.78m x 5.23m) A magnificent and
memorable room with a wide inglenook fireplace of impressive
proportions, having an oak mantel beam, a herringbone pattern brick
hearth, dressed standstone and exposed brick walling. Large Clearview
wood burning stove. Side window with sandstone seat beneath.
Heavily beamed ceiling and exposed wall timbers, Yorkstone flag
flooring. Solid oak and oak glazed internal doors, original oak turned
staircase with 1/2 landing and turned spindle balustrade. Understairs
cupboard.
REAR HALL
Wide oak external door with beautiful door handle furniture, oak
radiator cover and boarded floor, pitched roof section with exposed
ridge and rafters timbers.
DOWNSTAIRS WC
Enclosed cistern WC, circular wash hand basin on a marble plinth with
a chrome monobloc tap, matching marble floor and corner shelf,
enclosed cistern low level WC, Geberit wall mounted flush control,
modern contemporary styled column radiator, ceiling spot lights, oak
door.
KITCHEN / SNUG
KITCHEN / SNUG
33' 1" max. x 17' 11" max. (10.08m x 5.46m) A beautiful Mark
Wilkinson hand painted Kitchen providing extensive granite top work
surfaces with numerous cupboards and drawers beneath. White glazed
inset sink, wall mounted cupboards, open shelving and storage
cupboards, waste bin cupboard, cushioned window seat with basket
storage beneath. Granite top prep area with secondary single
undermounted sink.
Additional matching cupboard units by Richard Baker including larder
cupboard with shelving and drawers, together with glazed display
cabinets with shelving & built in recessed lighting, and additional
cupboards, central position for wall mounted TV, corner ideal for
position of a sofa, beamed ceiling, double opening patio doors. Cream
coloured two oven oil fired AGA with tiled recess having a painted
wood surround, granite window sill. Oak boarded floor.
Fitted Appliances include:
Britannia 4 ring gas hob/cooker range with canopy over, Neff integral
refrigerator, Neff built in dishwasher. Space for large dining table,
telephone point, spot and wall light points.
Wall mounted 'Videx' intercom, for the electric gates.
KITCHEN / SNUG
UTILITY ROOM
14' 0" x 12' 6" (4.27m x 3.81m) Comprehensively equipped with
Richard Baker handpainted bespoke units having a walnut worktop.
Various fitted units include recycling bin, Bosch integrated dishwasher,
shoe/cloaks cupboard, cloaks seat with hanging and storage, space for
built in appliances, ironing board and pressurised hot water cylinder,
Villeroy & Boch undermounted sink with Perrin & Rowe chrome mixer
tap, Worcester oil fired boiler housing. Vaulted ceiling with two
opening sky lights, feature fibre optic galaxy lights, dimmer spot lights,
pelmet lighting, oak external door, oak boarded floor.
DOWNSTAIRS WC
Lefroy Brooks high level WC with chrome piping, Lefroy Brooks wash
hand basin and matching taps, Lefroy Brooks column radiator, mother
of pearl Fired Earth fully tiled walls.
FIRST FLOOR
GALLERIED LANDING WITH OAK BALLUSTRADE
Exposed oak timber framing, wall plates, rafters and purlins, access to
loft, two oak radiator covers, three Velux conservation sky lights,
numerous wall light points.
SECONDARY STAIRCASE DOWN TO SITTING ROOM
BEDROOM FOUR ('L'SHAPED)
12' 7" max. x 10' 4" max. (3.84m x 3.15m) Dormer window with
shutter blinds, fitted corner desk with built in corner work station with
cupboards and shelving beneath, bespoke hand crafted fitted single bed
with storage beneath, built in range comprising double wardrobe, open
shelving and cupboards, exposed wall timbers and purlin.
MASTER BEDROOM ONE
26' 9" max. x 16' 5" (8.15m x 5m) Vaulted ceiling with exposed central
truss and purlins. Beautifully crafted oak fitted bedroom furniture to
three elevations, comprising mirrored dressing table recess, cupboards,
drawers and wardrobe space. Linen storage, concealed lighting, oak
window pelmet to gable end window, two opening sky lights. Cupboard
concealing TV point. Various power points.
MASTER BEDROOM ONE (ABOVE) LUXURY ENSUITE (BELOW)
DRESSING AREA
Exposed wall timbers, access to loft, walk in dressing room with
hanging and shelving provision, ceiling spot lights.
ENSUITE BATHROOM
Luxurious fitments comprising: vanity wash hand basin with marble top
and upstands, providing space for undercounter cupboard storage and
an enclosed cistern WC, dormer window with shutter blinds, Victorian
style radiator with chrome towel rail. Oak panel "Airbath" with
Travertine tiled surrounds, mirrored back wall with decorative oak
edge surround, matching full height mirror again with oak surround,
over bath "Tile Vision" TV with Sky magic eye control, side window
with shutter blinds, exposed timbers and purlins.
BEDROOM THREE
17' 10" x 11' 10" (5.44m x 3.61m) Feature oak gable window with
leaded light inserts, radiator, built in double wardrobe and drawers,
two double bedside 1/2 wardrobes, exposed wall timbers and purlins,
access to loft, TV point.
BEDROOM TWO (GUEST SUITE)
17' 10" max. x 13' 8" max. (5.44m x 4.17m) Vaulted ceiling with
exposed ridge and double purlins. Feature oak windows with leaded
light inserts, oak six section fitted wardrobes, double radiator. Stunning
8 panel 'ship captains' timber door to 'Jack & Jill' Bathroom.
ENSUITE BATHROOM
(Jack and Jill Design)
Cast panel bath with shower head mirror tap, pedestal wash hand
basin, bidet, close coupled WC, dormer window with shutter blinds,
towel radiator, exposed purlin, automatic lighting.
SHOWER ROOM
Villeroy & Boch undermounted vanity wash hand basin with sculptured
marble top, Schwarzkopf crystal taps and useful cupboard storage
beneath. Full width bespoke made sliding shower screen door to
double cubicle with marble shower seat, overhead 'Drench' ceiling
shower head with conventional hose and wall mounted controls.
Mirrored finish vertical mount radiator, enclosed cistern WC with
Gerberit wall flush, exposed wall timbers and purlin, 'Global Stone'
Porcelain (Granite effect) tiled walls and floor. Note. Recessed shelf to
shower with concealed lighting feature.
EPC RATING: EXEMPT
LIVING DINING ROOM
25' 3" x 16' 11" (7.7m x 5.16m) Accessed via the grand and impressive
double opening trellis design part glazed doors with matching side
panels and arched top light. Double opening part glazed French doors
to rear. Ceramic tile floor to ground floor living area. The dining area
enjoys a magnificent full height view of the vaulted ceiling with its
numerous exposed ceiling and wall beams, truss and purlins.
Various perfectly placed wall and ceiling lights to give an excellent
ambient effect, three radiators, Clearview multi fuel stove upon a large
slate hearth. Various TV and power points (wifi), smoke detector and
recessed ceiling spot lights to the more intimate living area. Turned
stairs rising to the first floor, wall recess with spot light.
Understairs cupboard with light point.
KITCHEN BREAKFAST ROOM
12' 5" x 10' 5" (3.78m x 3.18m) Superbly equipped Breakfast Kitchen
with a range of wall, base and drawer units, painted in a resplendent
Scandinavian themed colour. Roll top laminate work surface, inset
stainless steel sink unit and mixer tap, window enjoying a garden vista
and view over the driveway approach, continuation of ceramic tile
floor, recessed ceiling spot lights, inset wine rack, space for tall fridge
freezer, attractive part panelled walls, under unit worktop lighting,
radiator, space for base level fridge, space and plumbing for dishwasher.
Stainless steel 'Ariston' electric range cooker with 'Ariston' chimney
style extractor over and stainless steel splashback. 'Videx' wall
mounted telephone intercom (for electric gates).
DESCRIPTION
A beautifully converted Two Storey Three Bedroom Detached Dutch
Barn, ideal as ancillary accommodation, or indeed as a holiday let.
The principal impressive entrance to the Dutch Barn is beautifully
dressed with an established 'Wisteria'. Raised stone entrance paving,
external power points, security lighting and sensors, Sky connection,
lantern style wall mounted electric lights.
THE ACCOMMODATION:With approximate dimensions, comprises:-
THE DUTCH BARN
HALL
Recessed ceiling spot lights, radiator, continuation of tiled floor, built in
cupboard with double doors, space and plumbing for washing machine
and tumble dryer, recessed ceiling spot lights, wall mounted
'Worcester' oil fired central heating boiler, wall mounted consumer
unit.
BATHROOM
10' 5" x 6' 10" (3.18m x 2.08m) Panel bath inset into tiled surround
with Victorian style chrome mixer tap and telephone style shower
attachment, mains 'Mira 415' shower over and tri fold screen, low level
WC, pedestal wash hand basin, recessed ceiling spot lights, double
glazed window, part panelled walls and feature inset wall mounted
mirrors, shaver point, tall ladder radiator/towel rail, continuation of
tiled floor.
PRINCIPLE BEDROOM ONE
12' 2" x 10' 9" (3.71m x 3.28m) An attractive well proportioned room
with painted panelled walls and ceiling, double glazed window and
various power points, wide solid timber stable door to the paved
courtyard, various inset ceiling lights.
MEZZANINE
16' 11" x 12' 5" (5.16m x 3.78m) Accessed via turned stairs with
exposed wall beams and low level ambient lighting inset into wall.
An extremely impressive light space with a magnificent view over the
dining entrance area and having the backdrop of the superb vaulted
ceiling. Various spot lights, tall arch top double glazed window with
view towards the garden, hand painted Scandinavian style balcony with
solid painted timber panels & rail, radiator, power points, small step
down to Bedrooms Two and Three.
EAVES STORAGE
25' 3" x 10' 9" (7.7m x 3.28m) Excellent storage space accessed via
latch and brace door from the Mezzanine, with ceiling light point, 2
Velux roof lights.
BEDROOM TWO
12' 7" x 6' 11" (3.84m x 2.11m) Two wall light points on dimmer, Velux
roof light, bespoke painted raised double bed base and shelf, radiator
and power points. Door way to Bedroom Three.
BEDROOM THREE
12' 5" x 6' 11" (3.78m x 2.11m) Two wall light points on dimmer, Velux
roof light, bespoke painted raised double bed base and shelf, radiator
and power points. Note: Bedroom Three is open to the Mezzanine.
LOOSE BOX - EXTERNAL
12' 9" x 10' 9" (3.89m x 3.28m) Solid painted stable door, window,
power and light. The room offers a superb storage space, which of
course could offer alternative use, if required.
THE DUTCH BARN COURTYARD
The Dutch Barn benefits from a superb walled, paved courtyard
discreetly allowing a private place to sit. There are several climbing
Roses which enhance the character of the building. Lawn and paved
pathway leading to the paved courtyard. The large courtyard is
attractively paved in Indian Stone with a central circular brick raised
bed & Yorkstone seating, planted with a specimen Blossom and low
shrubs. Various lighting. The boundary wall boasts various rambling
Roses, with a neatly edged border below. Specimen Crab apples and
pears are thriving against various walls, whilst well established Lavender
emphasises the character of the overall home. Cold water tap.
Beautiful medieval style brick walls, curve to define the space, whilst a
stone 'window' offers a hint of the excellent landscaped gardens
beyond. A solid wood trellis style arch top gate allows access in the
wall, to the principal residence & 'secret garden'.
EPC RATING: D
DETACHED BUILDING
DESCRIPTION
An attractive recently constructed Single Storey building of brick
construction beneath a tiled roof. The office/gym and garage/store was
completed within the last 2 years, to great effect. Underfloor heating
throughout.
BRIEFLY COMPRISING: With approximate dimensions, comprises:-
OFFICE
17' 10" x 12' 3" (5.44m x 3.73m) Superbly fitted with bespoke solid
walnut part painted large desk, shelving, drawers and cupboards to
three elevations, recessed ceiling spot lights and beamed ceiling, quality
painted double glazed windows to three elevations enjoying highly
attractive views. Five wall light points, solid oak floor, stunning feature
wall beams. (Wifi), various telephone and power points, large trellis
glazed solid double opening doors with up light and exposed stone
surround to the Gymnasium. Timber stable door to side.
GYMNASIUM
17' 10" x 12' 6" (5.44m x 3.81m) Recessed ceiling spot lights, exposed
ceiling beams, solid painted double glazed windows to two elevations,
wall mounted mirrors with undermounted colour changing lighting (app
controlled), four wall light points, wall mounted TV point, continuation
of solid oak floor, various telephone and power points.
GARAGE / STORAGE
17' 10" x 12' 3" (5.44m x 3.73m) Solid timber painted double opening
electric doors, solid oak internal fire door to Gymnasium, four ceiling
light points - purposely fitted as per show room standard, as is the tiled
floor, 2 painted double glazed windows to sides, various power points.
Floor standing 'Worcester' Danesmoor 20/25 oil fired central heating
boiler.
THE STABLE EXTERIOR
The Stable is sheer quality and boasts contemporary soft external
lighting, security sensors, Indian Stone covered seating area/log store
and granite set edging to a low maintenance gravelled border. There
are various climbing shrubs and specimen Roses to the gable end.
There is a further Indian Stone covered area to the rear with inset spot
lights and four wall lights. The property overlooks and borders a
lawned garden with deep established borders richly planted with a
plethora of cottage style shrubs and plants.
An excellent timber framed wood store is situated to the side of The
Stables with a minor gradient, which if required, offers space to create
additional car parking and a carport. Oil storage tank, external power
points and cold water tap.
DETACHED BRICK BUILT DOUBLE GARAGE
Of brick construction beneath a tiled roof, two up and over doors,
power and light, external courtesy lighting and sensors, extensive
double width driveway leading from the principal approach drive,
providing an abundance of off road parking. An established Oak tree
frames this area. Curved brick wall and access opening to paved
courtyard to the 'Dutch Barn'.
EXTERIOR
The outstanding property is approached via substantial double opening
wooden electric gates and cattle grid. With flagpole to side.
The sweeping Tarmacadam driveway leads to the extensive parking
areas and gravelled forecourt, bordered by Yew hedging. The
magnificent established landscaped gardens are beautiful and have been
meticulously planned to allow maximum enjoyment of the overall
environment and historic quality of the residence itself. A curved stone
pathway sweeps from the gravelled forecourt to the property entrance,
softly bordered by box balls and swathes of lavender to a low stone
wall adjoining an attractive stone patio.
The garden is predominantly laid to lawn with a large circular richly
planted flower bed, filled with various specimen plants, including,
'Echinacea', 'Gladioli', 'Lavender', 'Penstemon' and topiary shaped box.
Additional planted flower beds throughout the garden. A highly
attractive timber 'Breeze House' with thatched roof and boasting
power points, TV point and electric over head heater. Two sheds are
discreetly situated to the rear with power points.
A large mature ornamental pond offers a superb spot to sit and enjoy
the gardens and is stocked with specimen fish. The extensive lawned
gardens are edged by deep planted borders and extend to a substantial
raised stone terraced entertaining and seating area with additional
raised terrace beyond, edged with shaped brick walls with stone
coping.
There is the benefit of a purpose built BBQ and power points for a
fridge. Ambient external lighting nestles within the property to give a
soft wash to various trees etc.
The front garden references the properties 1600's, featuring brick
paved pathway leading to the entrance door with canopy porch.
Climbing Wisteria and Roses and conical shaped Yew flanking the
entrance door. A neatly clipped Yew hedge to the front with brick
pillars, stone spheres and timber gate. Low clipped box parterres with
gravelled pathways and central shaped box.
Access to 'secret garden' area with stone and gravel paths, low
evergreen planting, specimen trees and raised water feature.
Courtesy lighting. Oil storage tank. Discreet bin store with timber gate
to front. Note. Defined public footpath on the curtilage of the
property. Charming timber trellis panel gate to Dutch Barn paved
courtyard. Rose garden to side with clipped low box hedging, planted
beds and standard Roses with lawn, paved seating area, low clipped box
border hedge and specimen Roses. Tall Yew hedge and mature trees.
Brick pillars with stone spheres and shaped low brick walls.
Access to the extensive landscaped rear garden. Tall evergreen hedge
and mature trees. Brick pillars with stone spheres and shaped low brick
walls. Access to the extensive landscaped rear garden.
COUNCIL TAX BAND: TBC
SERVICES
All mains services are either connected or available locally (subject to
statutory undertakers costs & conditions). Oil fired central heating.
NOTE: No tests have been made of electrical, water, drainage and
heating systems and associated appliances, nor confirmation obtained
from the statutory bodies of the presence of these services.
TENURE
Presumed Freehold with vacant possession upon completion (Subject
to Contract).
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with the Agents Wright Marshall Nantwich
Office. E-mail: [email protected]. Opening Hours:
Mon-Fri 9.00-5.30pm, Sat 9.00-3.30pm.
SALE PARTICULARS AND 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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THE DUTCH BARN AND SURROUNDING GROUNDS
THE DUTCH BARN LIVING DINING ROOM
KITCHEN BREAKFAST ROOM (ABOVE) BEDROOM ONE (BELOW)
LANDSCAPED GARDENS & GROUNDS
THE DUTCH BARN & SURROUNDING GROUNDS
LANDSCAPED GARDENS & GROUNDS
VIEW ACROSS THE LAWNED GAREN TOWARDS THE HOUSE & ENTERTAINING TERRACE
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