An impressive period building, rich in history and presence, approached by a sweeping driveway that immediately sets the tone. From the first glimpse of this imposing detached residence, there is a sense of grandeur and curiosity, inviting you to discover more.
Believed to have been known as Spring Hill House, or similar, and listed in the 1841 census in the manner of a wealthy gentry residence, the building retains a wonderful sense of heritage. Set within mature gardens, it was converted in 2004 into four individual apartments, each owner holding a share of the freehold. The property also benefits from a 999-year lease. The building is managed by the owners under Warstone Gardens Management, giving each resident a say in ongoing care and maintenance.
This particular apartment is a first-floor, front-facing two double bedroom home, occupied by the current owner since conversion in 2004, a quiet tribute to its design, setting and enduring appeal. It also benefits from two allocated parking spaces.
The communal entrance hall is full of period character, with high ceilings, wooden flooring and a grand staircase rising to the first floor. Once inside, the apartment offers a generous dining hall with wood-effect flooring, a fitted kitchen, utility room and an impressive reception room filled with natural light. This elegant living space features a fireplace and French doors opening onto a south-facing private balcony, enjoying far-reaching views as well as outlooks over the beautifully maintained communal frontage.
The accommodation is thoughtfully arranged, with the bedrooms and bathrooms set away from the main living space. A hallway leads to a separate shower room, two ample double bedrooms and an en suite bathroom to the principal bedroom, which also enjoys excellent natural light and built-in wardrobes.
With double glazing, gas central heating and no upward chain, this is a rare opportunity for those seeking a home with history, character and scenery in equal measure. Ideally placed for local amenities, beautiful countryside and convenient commuting, it offers a little piece of heritage without sacrificing modern practicality.
Room Info
APPROACH
Park the car and enter the communal French doors, which are locked at al times for security. Along the hallway and take the stairs to the first floor. The entrance is to the right.
RECEPTION/DINING HALL
An attractive space and easily accommodates a small dining table. Perfect for entertaining. Wood effect flooring, wall mounted consumer unit, radiator with TRV, inset ceiling spot lights and intercom phone.
KITCHEN
Situated at the front of the building, the room boasts a window with good natural light. Flooring continues from the dining hallway providing continuity and inset ceiling spot lights. Having a range of white fronted cabinets to both wall and base with the latter boasting roll edged working surface over. Inset stainless steel sink unit having mixer tap over. Partial tiling to the walls provides splash back. Inset five ring gas hob having wall mounted extraction unit over. Built in eye level Siemens double electric oven and integral dishwasher.
UTILITY ROOM
Located off the dining hall and directly opposite the kitchen. Rear facing window, tiled flooring, wall mounted extraction fan and inset ceiling spot lights. Wall mounted Worcester Bosch combination gas boiler which provides the domestic hot water and central heating requirements for this apartment. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Units as the kitchen having integral fridge freezer.
RECEPTION ROOM
What a delightful room, having an abundance of natural light courtesy of side facing window and French doors to front elevation allowing access to the private south facing balcony, just waiting to be explored. Period features sit comfortably side by side modern touches such as wall mounted modern fire. Two ceiling light points, single wall light point and radiator with TRV.
BALCONY TERRACE
Front facing balcony accessed from the reception room. A south facing private space to soak up the summer sunshine and the fabulous views. Space for tubs and planters, as well as furniture. Who wouldn't enjoy using this area, morning coffee or a glass of wine in the evening!
INNER HALL
Inset ceiling spot lights, wall mounted room thermostat and radiator with TRV.
BEDROOM
A range of built in furniture, side facing window, ceiling light point and radiator with TRV.
EN SUITE
Side facing window, tiled flooring, ceiling light point, wall mounted extraction fan, shaver point and radiator with TRV. Panelled bath with mixer tap. Fitted shower screen and wall mounted electric shower over bath. Pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap over and close coupled wc suite. Partial tiling to the walls provides splash back.
BEDROOM
Side facing window, built in double door wardrobe, radiator with TRV and ceiling light point
SHOWER ROOM
Having inset ceiling spot lights, ceiling mounted extraction fan, tiled flooring, radiator with TRV and wall mounted shaver point. Pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap over, close coupled wc suite and shower cubicle having mixer shower. Partial tiling to walls providing splash back.
COMMUNAL GARDENS
Use of the well maintained gardens to frontage with mature trees and mainly laid to lawn.
CELLAR
Useful storage, the communal cellar is split with lockable doors for all four apartments. Having lighting.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
999 year lease from 2004 when the house was converted into apartments. There is a management company set up with the residents.
Maintenance is £1500 and paid in two halves, January and June. The current cost is £1500 This covers insurance and garden maintenance together with a sinking fund for larger repairs if required on the building, such as painting.
ANTI MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS
We are legally required to carry out Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks on all property purchasers to ensure funds used in transactions are legitimate. These checks are undertaken on our behalf by Hipla, who will contact you directly once your offer is accepted. A fee of £20 plus VAT (£24 total) per purchaser is payable in advance to Hipla before a memorandum of sale can be issued. This fee is non-refundable.
If a gifted deposit is being provided, the person gifting the funds must also complete an AML check.
Please note, these are not credit checks and will not affect your credit score or financial record. We appreciate your cooperation with this legal requirement.
