Property description
The Property This impressive Grade II Listed home is understood to have originally comprised a barn that was subsequently extended with 2 unusual semi-circular bays to the north & south elevation by Huguenot lace makers exiled from France in the 18th Century. The building was subsequently extended in the early 19th Century to the east & west giving the property its Cruciform shape.
The Roundhouse stands within the centre of its original circular plot with gardens and grounds extending to just under one acre which are a particular feature of the property.
Internally the accommodation is exceptionally spacious and is accessed via a large reception hall with built in storage cupboard and under floor safe.
Set within the original section of the property is the impressive drawing room and separate dining room. These rooms feature high ceilings with exposed ceiling beams and semi-circular bay windows overlooking the gardens to front & rear. The dining room also features a smaller semi-circular bay to the side whilst the drawing room has a free standing Castlemonte Italian wood burning stove with ceramic inserts upon a slate hearth.
The Property cont . . Set within the western wing is the large kitchen/breakfast room which features a comprehensive range of fitted units incorporating a butler's sink with granite draining boards together with hardwood work surfaces. Fitted appliances include an oil fired Aga with integrated extractor unit above together with an additional four burner gas hob and fan assisted oven, integrated dishwasher and drawer freezer and appliance space for free standing fridge. Other features include attractive floor tiling whilst double doors provide access to the conservatory extension which stands upon the southern side of the property and offers access to the terrace and garden.
Additional ground floor accommodation comprises a W.C which is accessed from the inner hallway as well as a laundry/boiler room with a range of base units with inset stainless steel sink unit and floor mounted oil fired boiler providing hot water and radiator central heating.
To the first floor there are four double bedrooms. Bedrooms 1 and 2 are particularly impressive incorporating the large semi-circular bays. Bedroom 1 also offers an extensive range of built in wardrobes and drawer units together with en-suite facilities which are also afforded to bedrooms 2 and 3 whilst bedroom 4 stands adjacent to the family bathroom. A large walk-in linen cupboard is accessed from the landing.
The Property cont . . The Roundhouse is approached via a gravelled driveway with double opening wrought iron entrance gates leading to a large gravelled courtyard which provides ample parking for numerous vehicles including boat/caravan space and with a mature willow tree forming a natural roundabout. A triple oak framed carport provides covered parking further complemented by a large garage with up and over electric door.
The gardens have been attractively landscaped and extend to just under one acre. The front garden is screened by an established tree line and offers a large expanse of lawn interspersed with established fruit trees with a further area set aside for the cultivation of vegetables. Adjacent to the front door is a Well with brick surround and adjacent shrubs and borders. To the west of the dwelling there is a large brick built terrace with circular swimming pool and adjacent pump house with heat exchanger and filter. To the east and south side of the property there are further areas of lawn whilst a pathway provides access to a screened storage area with a separate vehicular access.
Reception Hall Sitting Room 7.9m (25'11) x 5.44m (17'10)
Dining Room 8.05m (26'5) x 5.46m (17'11)
Kitchen / Breakfast Room 5.64m (18'6) x 4.01m (13'2)
Utility Room 2.64m (8'8) x 2.06m (6'9)
Master Bedroom 7.06m (23'2) x 5.46m (17'11)
Ensuite to Master Bedroom Bedroom 2 7.01m (23'0) x 5.49m (18'0)
Ensuite to Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 4.09m (13'5) Max x 3.99m (13'1)
Ensuite to Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 4.06m (13'4) x 3.56m (11'8)
Family Bathroom Garage and Carport DRAFT DETAILS
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VIEWING
Strictly through the vendors agents Goadsby
Property Features :
- Wealth of character & history
- Particularly spacious accommodation
- Impressive drawing room and separate dining room
- Kitchen/breakfast room with oil fired Aga
- 4 double bedrooms and 4 bathrooms