THE KEEPMoat Lane | Wolvey | Warwickshire | LE10 3HP

‘The Keep’ was acquired by the present owners approximately 7 years ago and has undergone significant remodelling and refurbishment to include a rear extension, conversion of a double garage into a gym/games room, a newly built conservatory and the recent construction of a detached triple garage.

The Keep is situated in an elevated position, down a quiet lane on the outskirts of Wolvey village and occupies an enviable position overlooking local farmland. The property has 4 well portioned bedrooms; master with en suite, family bathroom, a newly fitted kitchen/breakfast room, conservatory, games room, sitting room, formal dining room, cloakroom, utility room and cloakroom. The property has some beautifully landscaped gardens that slope gently down to a half acre paddock and off road parking for a number of vehicles and a detached triple garage.

The property has been sensibly designed with two separate accommodation wings that house the bedroom accommodation and living areas. The entrance hall is a large UPVC entrance door with a hallway leads to the bedroom wing and doors that lead to the sitting room, dining room and cloakroom. The cloakroom was an enclosed WC and wash hand basin with mixer tap and a range of unit, tiled splash back and heated chrome towel rail. There is a tiled floor and an obscured double glazed window to the front.

The formal dining room has a large double glazed bow window overlooking the rear gardens and radiator heating and an archway that leads to the sitting room.

The sitting room shares views to the rear and side gardens via a bow window an double glazed patio doors that lead to the side terrace. A glazed door leads back to the entrance hall.

“The Keep is a gorgeous property renovated extensively by the owners over the last seven years. Moving only to downsize, Raymond and Janet have greatly enjoyed their time in the home, finding it to be a fantastic place to live.”

From the dining room a door leads to the refitted kitchen breakfast room which has been fitted with a range of high cream gloss units with soft closing drawer fronts and doors. There is a Corian work surface and a tiled splash back, space for an American style fridge/freezer, built in Neff double oven and heated plate warmer, a built in microwave and a 5 ring Neff halogen induction hob with stainless steel extractor hood above. There is a tiled floor and LED down lighters, two double glazed windows that over look the front and a

variety of power points and under unit lighting.

A double glazed door then leads to the conservatory which provides impressive views to all sides of the rear gardens. There are patio doors also lead to the rear terrace. The rear lobby is just off the kitchen which has an airing cupboard that houses the hot water cylinder, and a door that leads to the rear garden and a further door that leads to the Utility room. The utility room has Valliant central heating boiler, space for a automatic washing machine and venting for a tumble dryer. There is a range of wall mounted units and a cupboard that houses the electrical consumer unit.

“The kitchen leads through to beautiful newly built conservatory, a spacious area with amazing views of the gardens and surrounding countryside.”

From the rear lobby is the games room which offers a versatile space, it could operate as a study or a further bedroom, and at present has two double glazed window overlooking the front and 4 side windows. Formally the double garage it offers ample space.

Down the far corridor is the master suite which has been extended in recent years with double glazed windows offering views of the garden and open fields. There is an impressive range of bedroom furniture including 7 double wardrobes. The master suite has an en suite shower room with a walk in shower and shower screen, obscure double glazed window to the front, pedestal wash hand basin, shaver point, tiled floor, low level WC, heated chrome towel rail and tiled walls.

Adjacent to the master bedroom is bedroom 2 which also share views of the rear gardens and fields. It has a double wardrobe with sliding mirror doors.

Bedroom 3 is also a double room with views of the rear garden and built in bedroom furniture, whilst Bedroom 4 has views to the front via two double glazed windows and radiator heating.

The family bathroom is across the hall and has been refitted with a white panelled bath with mixer tap and Mira electric digital shower, double glazed obscure window to the front, enclosed WC and a wash hand basin with vanity unit and tiled floor as well as halogen down lighters and tiled walls.

The property is situated at the end of Moat Lane and has a tarmac driveway providing access to The Keep and off road parking facilities for several vehicles. The fore garden is laid mainly to lawn with some well stocked flower borders. To the left hand side boundary there is a high, but well maintained coniferous hedge providing ample privacy. There are gated entries to the rear gardens and the triple garage has three up and over doors, a double glazed window to the side and a double glazed personnel door that leads to the rear garden. The frontage also has some well planted flower borders and block paved pathway that leads to the front entrance door.

The pedestrian accesses lead to the rear gardens which have been carefully landscaped and are laid mainly to lawn to both left and right hand boundaries. The property has two raised terraces, either side of the newly constructed conservatory and this in turn leads to the lawns on both sides and an attractive Japanese sunken garden which has a variety of exotic plants in keeping with the Japanese theme. There is also an attractive decked pathway that leads across the garden and a variety of well stocked raised boarders with railway

sleepers being used. Adjacent to the Japanese garden is a garden room that provides a perfect entertaining space and house a bar area and cloakroom/W.C.

A lower patio sits just below the conservatory to attract the all day sun. A further lawned area is to the left hand boundary which has a well screen conifer hedge and small laurel hedge that leads to the paddock and kitchen garden. There is a variety of well planted trees including cedar and pine that overlook the neighbouring farmland and fields. There is also a child’s play area and pathway leading around the elevations of the rear as well a large timber summer house.

“The gardens are where the property truly comes into its own. A Japanese style garden is a stylish and unusual centrepiece, creating the perfect space to relax and enjoy the grounds. The garden also provides a perfect space to entertain with many paved and decked areas, which the owners note are perfect for outdoor parties and barbeques. Throughout the rest of the grounds is a wonderful lawn, giving the property amazing unspoilt panoramic views which are completed by the surrounding beautiful British countryside.”

Hinckley

Hinckley is a market town in southwest Leicestershire, with a history dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. The name Hinckley is Anglo Saxon in origin - “Hinck” (someone’s name) and “ley” (a meadow).

Hinkley is well known for its historic links to the textile and hosiery industries. Today as well as the Triumph Motorcycles and Ultima Sports Ltd, the town is home to upcoming the creative & technology community.

With several highly regarded schools in the locality and superb transport links, With a new shopping district under construction, Hinkley is set to become the up and coming location for retail and dining in the Midlands.

Warwickshire

Oxfordshire is a county in South East England bordering on Warwickshire, Northamptonshire, Buckinghamshire, Berkshire,Wiltshire and Gloucestershire.

The county has major education and tourist industries and is noted for the concentration of performance motorsport companies and facilities.The University of Oxford is a world famous educational institution and one of the top two Universities in the United Kingdom. The main centre of population is the city of Oxford. Other significant settlements are Banbury, Bicester, Kidlington and Chipping Norton to the north of Oxford; Carterton and Witney to the west;Thame and Chinnor to the east; and Abingdon,Wantage, Didcot, Wallingford and Henley-on-Thames to the south.

Places of Interest include the Ashmolean Museum, Cotswold Wildlife Park, Blenhiem Palace, Dorchester Abbey and Hook Norton Brewery. Bicester is famed for its luxurious Outlet Shopping Village and Henley on Thames for the prestigious Oxford/Cambridge Boat Race, while Chipping Norton is one of the largest of the picturesque Cotswold towns.

Location

Wolvey is a thriving village in north Warwickshire, close to the Leicestershire borders, with a wealth of amenities close by including a village shop and local pub that serves food, The Blue Pig. There is a local fishery within a few minutes drive and plenty of rural walks within easy reach. The market towns of Lutterworth and Rugby are within easy reach by car.

Services

Mains water, electricity, gas, drainage, BT connected (BT infinity is set to arrive in the village around September 2015).

Local Authority

Rugby Borough CouncilTelephone (01788) 533533Council Tax Band G

Viewing Arrangements

Strictly by the vendors sole agents on 01788 820062

Website Address

For more information visit the property’s unique website address www.fineandcountry.com/50036131

Opening Hours

Monday to Friday 9.00 am - 5.30 pmSaturday 9.00 am - 4.30 pm

Directions

From Rugby, head towards Clifton upon Dunsmore turning right before the church and heading to the Watling Street junction off the A5. Turn left here; continue over 3 roundabouts taking the 2 left turning where sign posted to Wolvey. Stay on this road for a further 4 miles until you arrive at the Axe and Compass Roundabout. Take the first turning left towards Wolvey (Leicester Road) until you reach the next left hand turn, which is Moat Lane, proceed up the hill until you reach The Keep, which is on the right hand side identified by the Fine & Country for sale sign.

Agent Notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given and that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure.

Master Suite9.52m x 4.34m31'2" x 14'2"

Bedroom 33.64m x 3.33m11'11" x 10'11"

Bedroom 43.45m x 3.33m11'3" x 10'11"

Lounge7.27m x 4.43m23'10" x 14'6"

Dining Room4.84m x 3.17m15'10" x 10'4"

4.35m x 4.21m14'3" x 13'9"

Bedroom 25.57m x 2.10m18'3" x 6'10"

Conservatory4.96m x 3.81m16'3" x 12'6"

Kitchen6.24m x 5.17m20'5" x 16'11"

Utilit

y3.

66m

x 1

.54m

12'0

" x 5

'0"

Gym5.51m x 4.93m18'0" x 16'2"

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N

Garage8.80m x 5.61m28'10" x 18'4"

Bar

9.42m x 4.68m30'10" x 15'4"

2.51m x 1.95m8'2" x 6'4"

Ground Floor GarageOut Building

Approximate Gross Internal Area

Measurements Are Approximate Only,Illustration For Identification Purposes Only,

Main House: 217.00 sq m / 2336 sq ft

Total: 317 sq m / 3412 sq ft

Out Building: 50.66 sq m / 545 sq ftGarage: 49.37 sq m / 531 sq ft

The Keep, Moat Lane, Wolvey, LE10 3HP

BathroomBathroom

Master Suite9.52m x 4.34m31'2" x 14'2"

Bedroom 33.64m x 3.33m11'11" x 10'11"

Bedroom 43.45m x 3.33m11'3" x 10'11"

Lounge7.27m x 4.43m23'10" x 14'6"

Dining Room4.84m x 3.17m15'10" x 10'4"

4.35m x 4.21m14'3" x 13'9"

Bedroom 25.57m x 2.10m18'3" x 6'10"

Conservatory4.96m x 3.81m16'3" x 12'6"

Kitchen6.24m x 5.17m20'5" x 16'11"

Utilit

y3.

66m

x 1

.54m

12'0

" x 5

'0"

Gym5.51m x 4.93m18'0" x 16'2"

IN

N

Garage8.80m x 5.61m28'10" x 18'4"

Bar

9.42m x 4.68m30'10" x 15'4"

2.51m x 1.95m8'2" x 6'4"

Ground Floor GarageOut Building

Approximate Gross Internal Area

Measurements Are Approximate Only,Illustration For Identification Purposes Only,

Main House: 217.00 sq m / 2336 sq ft

Total: 317 sq m / 3412 sq ft

Out Building: 50.66 sq m / 545 sq ftGarage: 49.37 sq m / 531 sq ft

The Keep, Moat Lane, Wolvey, LE10 3HP

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