The Manor House CranfordBlackdown, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

The Manor House CranfordBlackdown, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

A magnificent Victorian family home.Galleried reception hall | Drawing room | Dining room | Day room | Kitchen/breakfast room

Study | Snug | Pantry | Laundry | Cloakroom | Cellar

Master bedroom suite | Guest bedroom suite | 4 Double bedrooms

Bathroom | Shower room | Cloakroom

Landscaped gardens and grounds | Garages

Gross internal area: 7,720 sq ft / 717 sq m

About 1.6 acres

For sale Freehold

Also available:North Lodge

2/3 bedrooms; 1 /2 Reception rooms

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Situation Royal Leamington Spa is located to the south-east of the West Midlands conurbation and lies approximately 24 miles (38 km) to the south-east of Birmingham, 10 miles (16 km) south of Coventry and 2 miles (3.2 km) east of Warwick.

Junctions 14 and 15 of the M40 are within 5 miles (8 km) of the town centre, which provides access to both Birmingham and the South East, whilst Coventry is within easy reach via the A46 dual carriageway.

The A452 is the principal north-south route within the area connecting Royal Leamington Spa with the M40 and the A46.

The property also enjoys good accessibility to the rail network with Leamington Spa and Warwick Parkway railway stations being in close proximity, providing regular services to London Marylebone and London

Euston with journey times between 1 hour 16 mins and 1 hour 46 mins.

The nearest passenger airport is located at Birmingham International Airport, some 17 miles (27 km) to the north-west.

The Manor House and its private grounds are located within the grounds of the Cranford Estate which is approached through a gated access directly off the A452 Kenilworth Road, approximately a mile from the junction with the A46 dual carriageway in a rural location 1.5 miles north of Royal Leamington Spa town centre.

The adjoining properties on the Estate consist of two office buildings (Cranford House and the South Lodge) which are let to an insurance broker and a subsidiary of Standard Life Aberdeen PLC and the North Lodge which was converted from office to residential use in 2013.

The Manor HouseThe original house, built on the site in 1899, comprises 7,720 square feet of space and is a magnificent and imposing residence which was converted to residential use by the current owners in 2015. It has been the subject of extensive internal refurbishment to include rewiring, re-plumbing, the installation of new high efficiency oil fired boilers and the creation of four bathrooms, and a very impressive 44 feet long kitchen/breakfast room with a fitted kitchen built to order by Cheltenham Bespoke Kitchens, panelling and secondary glazing throughout.

The ceiling height in the kitchen/breakfast room was raised both within the original area of the house and in the single storey extension during the conversion works in 2015 with a five metre high vaulted ceiling created within the single storey extension. The main accommodation now includes six bedrooms (one of which was originally two rooms and having two access points could easily be sub-divided to provide a seventh bedroom or a further en suite bathroom) with four new bathrooms, the main kitchen/breakfast room, butler’s pantry/second kitchen adjoining the dining room, utility room and five reception rooms leading off the galleried reception hall and the inner hall. The very impressive drawing room is a particular feature with three bay windows and original ceiling cornices. Beneath the study and snug is a generous cellar ideal for storage or separate laundry room.

Many original features remain, including traditional oak panelling, leaded light windows, ceiling cornices, carved doors and stone fireplaces.

The reception hall, main staircase and three of the reception rooms have oak panelling which has been repaired and extended by the current owners. The Manor House Cranford shares a courtyard entrance with Cranford House and the adjoining modern office building.

Approximate Gross Internal Floor AreaThe Manor House, Cranford: 7,720 sq ft / 717 sq m

This plan is for guidance only and must not be relied upon as a statement of fact. Attention is drawn to the Important Notice on the last page of the text of the Particulars

Reception

Bedroom

Bathroom

Kitchen/Utility

Storage

Terrace

Recreation

FIRST FLOOR

CELLAR

GROUND FLOOR

FIRST FLOOR

North LodgeNorth Lodge is a fantastic three bedroom detached bungalow having been lovingly restored by the current owners providing comfortable living space comprising; canopy porch, open-plan kitchen/living area with oak flooring, leaded glazed window with secondary glazing and two radiators. The fitted kitchen, installed by Cheltenham Bespoke Kitchens, has granite work surfaces and integrated appliances; three good sized bedrooms, two with fitted wardrobes and two en suite. There is a private raised lawned area, parking for two cars and two small garage units.

Approximate Gross Internal Floor AreaNorth Lodge: 767 sq ft / 71 sq m

This plan is for guidance only and must not be relied upon as a statement of fact.

Attention is drawn to the Important Notice on the last page of the text of the Particulars

OutsideAccessed from the Kenilworth Road through a pillared entrance with electric gates, past North Lodge to a private entrance to the Manor House, with a gravelled drive, parking area and timber garage. The main drive continues to the rear of the property where there is parking for further vehicles. The wonderful gardens and grounds are lined with herbaceous borders, wide south-facing terrace, trimmed conifer hedges, lawns and mature trees which provide a private and unique environment. There is plenty of room for children to play, or for large garden parties and al fresco dining. The landscaped grounds boast an ornamental pond and far reaching views over neighbouring countryside and the Cranford Estate parkland.

LocationKenilworth Road is a highly sought after location within walking distance or a short drive from the famous Leamington Parade. The neighbourhood is renowned for its Victorian painted stucco villas and beautiful Regency houses. There is a good choice of boutique shops, restaurants, cafes and bars in the town, stunning architecture, tree lined avenues, squares, parks and gardens including Jephson Gardens on the banks of the River Leam which runs through the town.

For the commuter, there is a regular rail service from Leamington Spa to Birmingham New Street and to London Marylebone, and the motorway network is easily accessible from the M40 (J15)

There are excellent schools in the area including Arnold Lodge and Kingsley School for Girls in Leamington and in Warwick, King’s High School for Girls, Warwick Prep and Warwick School.

ServicesMains Electricity and water. Private Drainage. Oil fired central heating.

Local Authority Warwick District Council. Tel 01926 450000.

ViewingsAll viewings must be made strictly by appointment with the sole selling agents Knight Frank LLP.

Directions (CV32 6RQ)From the M40 (J15) exit onto the A46 towards Coventry and take the exit signed Leamington Spa and Kenilworth. At the roundabout follow the signs to Leamington Spa, proceed over the next two roundabouts and Cranford House will be found on the left hand side.

Fixtures and fittings: Only those items mentioned in these sales particulars are included in the sale. All others, including chandelieiers in the drawing room and day room are excluded. Certain items may be available by separate negotiation.

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The Manor House, Cranford

Note: “This plan is based upon the Ordnance Survey map with the sanction of the control of H.M. Stationary office. This plan is for convenience of purchasers only. Its accuracy is not guaranteed and it is expressly excluded from any contract. Licence Number. No. 100021721.”