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OAKHOUSE FARM Oakhouse Farm is a very spacious and beautifully presented family home that enjoys an enviable location right in the heart of the glorious Warwickshire countryside. The house was originally built in 1998, but in recent years it has been both enlarged and tastefully renovated by the current owner.
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A beautiful five bedroom country residence situated in a picturesque, private gated plot of some four acres of pasture land. The ideal family home, it extends to approx 2,500 sq. ft. and the outside includes a sizeable double garage, large outbuilding, workshop and office facilities. Potential for further development STPP. Updated throughout in 2014 and finished to a very high standard.
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Ground Floor The oak floor and underfloor heating welcome you to the entrance hall of the property. Glazed double doors open on to the rear sun terrace and a craftsman made staircase leads up to the first floor. The underfloor heating continues in to the kitchen which has flagstone flooring, is fitted with white painted oak units and has a natural oak work surface. The kitchen comes complete with integrated appliances including an electric Aga and extractor hood. Three of the five bedrooms are situated on the ground floor and are all complete with fitted oak wardrobes alongside square bay windows overlooking the countryside views. Bedroom three leads through to an en-suite shower room with shower cubicle, low level WC, wash hand basin and underfloor heating. The ground floor family bathroom comprises a combined multi-jet shower and steam unit with integral radio and telephone, adjoining electric sauna unit, vanity mirror with integrated lighting, low level WC, wash hand basin and tiled floor with underfloor heating.
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Seller Insight Oakhouse Farm is a very spacious and beautifully presented family home that enjoys an enviable location right in the heart of the glorious Warwickshire countryside. The house was originally built in 1998, but in recent years it has been both enlarged and tastefully renovated by the current owner. “I’ve owned this beautiful property for six years now,” says Brendan, “and although during that time it’s been greatly enhanced, when I first happened upon it I’d say I fell for it straight away. It sits within these beautiful grounds and is positioned well back from the road and hidden from view, so it’s wonderfully private, and when I initially came to view it, although it was still fairly new, I could see that it had bags of potential.” “The house was built using an oak frame, and since carrying out my renovations oak is now a theme that runs through the property as a whole, hence the name. I’ve spared no expense when it comes to the fixtures and fittings; all of the timber was sourced in the Cotswolds, the windows are bespoke, even the staircase was handcrafted by Venables. It’s a very large house, but the changes I’ve made create a very comfortable and cosy atmosphere. It’s just a very beautiful home.” This exceptional home is enveloped by just under four acres of rolling grounds, which incorporate formal gardens, paddocks, stables, a sizable workshop and an office. “This is a gorgeous house in the most lovely setting and the grounds just enhance the beauty of it all,” continues Brendan. “I have a long, sweeping driveway edged with lawns, and to the back of the house is a huge patio terrace and more rolling lawns. The paddocks wrap around the property, so the views are lovely, and the workshop and yard have both been fenced off, so although they are adjacent to the house, they are nicely tucked away.” “I’d say that my favourite room is probably the lounge,” says Brendan. “It has a huge fireplace, a vaulted ceiling and floor-to-ceiling windows that beautifully frame the view of the grounds. To me it has the feel of an old hunting lodge.” “In my opinion the location just couldn’t be more perfect. It’s so central and the transport links are so good that it’s easy to get just about anywhere, and yet the immediate surroundings are both peaceful and picturesque. It’s ideal.” “Having the paddocks has allowed me to have horses in the past and the yard has been the ideal place to keep my collection of classic cars. All in all it’s a property that has afforded me a fabulous lifestyle.” “My plan is to downsize, but I will definitely be sad to leave Oakhouse Farm,” says Brendan. “It’s been a big part of my life for the past six years and I’ve put a lot of time and effort into turning a lovely house into a beautiful home. It’s ready for the new owners to move in and enjoy it.”
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I’d say that my favourite room is probably the lounge,” says Brendan. “It has a huge fireplace, a vaulted ceiling and floor-to-ceiling windows that beautifully frame the view of the grounds. To me it has the feel of an old hunting lodge.”
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First Floor The galleried landing leads through to the master bedroom and bedroom two. Both bedrooms are fitted with oak wardrobes. The master bedroom has three velux windows, one of the fitted wardrobes incorporates a tv shelf with connection point and leads through to an en-suite bathroom/wet room comprising a hot tub bath with integrated Aquavision television, pedestal wash basin, low level WC and walk-in wet room. Bedroom two has a Juliet style glazed balcony which is revealed by deep windows that inwardly open providing gorgeous views of the rear garden and paddocks and leads through to the en-suite shower room.
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Outside To the front of the property there is a private driveway that provides comfortable parking for several vehicles. The garden is laid mainly to lawn and is surrounded by natural hedgerow. There is a Victorian fountain and pond fitted with lights on the front lawn and a fenced fish pond well stocked with Koi Carp to the rear accessed via secure gating. There is a detached double garage with a large electric shutter door, electricity, lights and a side access door. There is an office with electricity, central heating, phone points and wifi connection. The large outbuilding has large double doors to each end reaching 3.1m high which leads on to a large concrete yard. This property has great potential especially for equestrian facilities as it adjoins on to another paddock which can also be separately accessed from Mill Lane.
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WARWICK The County town of Warwickshire and medieval stronghold, Warwick is a historic market town, best known for its world famous castle. A popular tourist destination, William the Conquerer founded Warwick Castle in 1068 on his way to Yorkshire to deal with the rebellion in the north. The original wooden motte-and-bailey castle was rebuilt in stone in the 12th century. During the Hundred Years War, the facade opposite the town was refortified, resulting in one of the most recognisable examples of 14th century military architecture. The great fire of Warwick in 1694 destroyed much of the medieval town and as a result most of the buildings post date this period. The town lies upon a bend in the River Avon, directly adjoining the neighbouring town of Leamington Spa and under ten miles from Kenilworth and the city of Coventry. The town provides a variety of boutique shops, gastro pubs, bistros and cafes. The town hosts a variety of annual festivals, such as the Folk Festival and Christmas Victorian Evening. The Warwick Racecourse, Warwick Boat Club and Warwick Tennis Club are all notable exclusive sporting venues in the town. Theatre and live performance can be experience at The Bridge House Theatre, The Dream Factory and Warwick Arts Centre in addition to the nearby Royal Shakespeare Theatre, Leamington Assembly Rooms, Royal Spa Centre and the Belgrade Theatre. A consistent lure to the area for families is Warwick School for boys, which is believed to be the oldest boys school in the country, along with its sister school, Kings High School for Girls and Warwick Prepartatory and Junior Schools. In addition there are two state run schools and several primary schools. The Univesity of Warwick is among the highest rated in the country.
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Location Oakhouse Farm is conveniently located for access to the Midlands motorway network, it is only a mile away from Warwick parkway station offering a regular service to Birmingham and London Marylebone. Directions From Hatton on A4177 Birmingham Road, take a left on to B4439 Hockley Road towards Little Shrewley. The property will be found on the right hand side next to Barn Close Nurseries on Old Warwick Road. Services Mains electricity, water and septic tank drainage are connected to the property. Central heating is provided by the oil fired boiler located in utility room. Local Authority Warwick District Council Viewing Arrangements Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 01926 455950. Website For more information visit www.fineandcountry.com/uk/LeamingtonSpa Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am - 5.30 pm Saturday 9.00 am – 4:30 pm
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Agents 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 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. * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent. Printed 19.12.2016
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FINE & COUNTRY Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury residential property. With offices in the UK, Australia, Egypt, France, Hungary, Italy, Malta, Namibia, Portugal, Russia, South Africa, Spain, The Channel Islands, UAE, USA and West Africa we combine the widespread exposure of the international marketplace with the local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected independent property professionals. Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive properties require a more compelling, sophisticated and intelligent presentation - leading to a common, yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property.
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Fine & Country Tel: +44 (0)1926 455950 leamington@fineandcountry.com 158 Parade, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire CV32 4AE
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