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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: nantwichsales1@wrightmarshall.co.uk. 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

AERIAL VIEW OF THE PROPERTY

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