Stoneham House1 The Steeples | Grandborough | CV23 8DP

A much improved modern detached family home that provides 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4 reception rooms, cloakroom, utility room and an integral double garage situated in the picturesque

village of Grandborough just south of Rugby.

STONEHAM HOUSE | GRANDBOROUGH

Stoneham House was built by the renowned builder Parker Lake in 1997 and is situated in an exclusive development, on a private road with three other properties in the centre of Grandborough village.

The house has been meticulously designed with an uncompromising solid construction rare to be found in some modern homes. Inbuilt features such as discreet ceiling speakers complete the luxury feel.

The property has been extensively improved by the current owners to include an extension of the kitchen area which includes an Orangery and luxury bespoke Frazer James kitchen proving the perfect family space.

Exquisite

Ground Floor

There are double timber entrance doors which lead to a welcoming entrance hall with a marble tiled floor, which provides access to the principle living space with sitting room, kitchen living space, formal dining room and cloakroom. The hallway has a staircase which leads to a spacious galleried landing. The Cloakroom has a refitted suite with a low level w.c. and a contemporary style washbasin.

High quality internal double doors lead to the Sitting Room which benefits from windows to rear side and front aspects with French casement double glazed doors leading to the patio area, there is also an attractive focal point with a hand carved marble fireplace with living flame fire and raised hearth, of particular note is the attractive ceiling cornicing and panelling to dado height.

The spectacular kitchen living space would encourage any potential buyer to view with haste, and offers a re-fitted Fraser James kitchen with bespoke timber built units and adjoining granite work surfaces. There is a central island unit with matching granite work surface a variety of cupboard space, space for a wine cooler and breakfast bar area. The kitchen itself is complemented by a range of built in appliances including twin electric NEF ovens and a built in dishwasher. There is space for an American style fridge freezer, a 5 ring Smeg gas hob and a 1½ bowl sink with mixer tap. There are windows to the side aspect overlooking the side patio whilst the room opens out into an orangery with attractive down lighters and roof lantern. There are folding doors leading to the rear garden and a matching porcelain tiled floor flows through from the kitchen area. Off the kitchen are two further rooms a study with a box window overlooking the forecourt, whilst the utility room houses the plumbing for a washing machine and venting for a tumble dryer. There is a further sink and adjoining work surfaces, matching units and a door leading to the side and integral double garage.

The formal dining room, again situated at the rear of the property, is accessed by double doors from the hallway and has French casement doors leading to the rear patio, a hard wood floor and living flame fire.

First Floor The galleried landing itself is generous in space, whilst not encroaching on the sizable bedrooms. There is a beautiful arched window providing views of the neighbouring village, and a small library area with built in cupboard space with shelving. There are doors that lead to the five bedrooms and the re-fitted family bathroom as well as the airing cupboard, which houses the hot water cylinder and linen shelves.

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The Master suite shares views of both the rear and front aspects and has provision for a flat screen television, and doors that lead to both the en-suite and dressing room. The dressing room has a variety of built in shelving units and hanging rails, with a window to the front aspect, with bespoke privacy shutters. The en-suite which has been re-fitted recently with a variety of matching contemporary tiling has an open shower cubicle with glazed window and rainforest shower and further attachment. There is also ‘his and hers’ wash basins with matching handmade Fraser James vanity units, a low level W.C, extractor fan, down lighters and a large roof Velux to the rear.

At the far end of the landing is bedroom two which is the perfect guest room this has particularly attractive views, of the village via three windows facing both side and front aspects. This is a spacious double room with an en-suite bathroom, which houses a pedestal wash hand basin and a low level W.C, together with an arched entry to a bath which has a shower attachment.

Bedroom three is also a double room with built in wardrobes and a window to the rear. Bedroom four also faces the rear with bedroom five having a side aspect and access to the large roof void.

Adjacent to the fifth bedroom is the refitted family bathroom, that has been beautifully appointed, with a tiled panelled bath, an open shower cubicle, his and hers wash basins and low level W.C, down lighters and a window to the side aspect.

Front GardenVehicular access to The Steeples is via a bridge over the local brook; Stoneham house is the largest of the four homes and is the first property on the approach. The property has an open plane fore-garden with a variety of shrubs and borders.

Garage & ParkingThere is a parking for at least 4 cars on the printed concrete driveway, which leads to an integral double garage, with twin up and over doors. The garage has power and lighting, together with a hot and cold water supply and a door that provides entry to the utility room.

Rear Garden.There is gated side access from both sides of the house. The one to the left of the property leads to a side patio area perfect for housing the dogs after a long walk, there are hot and cold outdoor taps; the pathway continues on into the rear pathway around the newly built orangey into a landscaped rear garden, with beautifully laid out slate patio and careful use of timber railway sleepers that provide a retaining wall, with LED lighting and steps to a terraced lawn. In the far corner of the garden is a tiered decking area with LED lighting which provides a perfect sun trap. There is a variety of fencing and brick wall that provide the boundaries to three sides.

Sun Trap

LocationThe property enjoys an idyllic semi-rural setting in the small Warwickshire village of Grandborough. The property is located in the centre of the village and as well as the church there is also a village hall and a highly regarded public house, all within walking distance of the house. Grandborough is a small village approximately six miles south of Rugby and day-to-day shopping can be found in Southam and the villages of Dunchurch or Braunston, all around a five minute drive by car. A wider range of shopping can be found in Rugby, Daventry and Leamington Spa. There are walks through rural farming country with peaceful and tranquil scenery. Draycote Country Park is only a couple of miles away where you can enjoy a barbecue on a summer’s day or perhaps pursue hobbies such as sailing, canoeing or trout fishing. Grandborough also provides good access to the A45, A5, M1, M40 and M6. As well as the excellent road network surrounding the village there are train stations at both Rugby and Warwick Parkway with high speed trains from Rugby conveying commuters to London Euston in 50 minutes. There is an impressive range of state and private schooling available in Rugby and the surrounding area including Bilton Grange, Lawrence Sheriff, Rugby High, Princethorpe College, King Henry VIII in Coventry, Southam College and the world-renowned Rugby School. A regular school bus service runs from the village to Southam, Rugby, Dunchurch and Leamington Hastings schools.

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Agent Notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric 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 reffered tohave not been tested and therefore no gaurantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproducedfor general information and it must not be infered that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contactthe numbers listed on the brochure.

Services.Mains Gas, Broadband and Electricity are connected.

Local Authority.Rugby Borough Council.Telephone (01788) 533533.Council tax band ‘G’.

Viewing Arrangements.Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on (01788) 820062.

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

Opening Hours.Monday to Friday 9.00 am - 5.30 pmSaturday 9.00 am - 4.30 pm

Directions.Leave Rugby on the Dunchurch Road passing Rugby School on your left hand side. Just after passing Sainsburys turn right towards the village of Dunchurch. As you approach the main crossroads take the left turning onto the A45 Daventry Road and continue for a further mile where you turn right, signposted Grandborough. As you enter the village turn second left where you will pass the Shoulder of Mutton pub on the left hand side. Travel over the small bridge and the property can be easily found on the left had side identified by the Fine & Country for sale sign.

Tel 01788 820062Fine & Country Rugby, 5 Regent Street, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 2PE fineandcountry.com