Located within approximately 0.75 of an acre of impressively landscaped grounds, this stunning detached property has been sympathetically restored & boasts a wealth of original features. The property is known as one of the first mansion houses in Freshfield built in attractive Arts and Crafts style & in order to truly appreciate the quality of this home, viewing is highly recommended.
Features include a selection of marble & stone fireplaces, solid wood block flooring, a vaulted hall ceiling and an impressive galleried staircase, as well as a fantastic indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi and a gymnasium. There is also an attractive hand crafted orangery opening onto the gardens as well as extensive accommodation on the second floor ideal for separate living arrangements. The newly installed kitchen overlooking the gardens is a particular feature. There & five bedrooms and five bathrooms. In all, the accommodation extends to over 6,600 square feet.
Planning application for the erection of 1 additional dwelling (approval notice DC/2016/01340)
Vestibule
Seated area, leaded light windows.
Entrance Hall
Wood panelled walls, light oak wood block floor, Delph rails, cast iron radiators, original open fireplace with cast iron canopied `living flame` gas fire. Georgian style window and glazed doors to rear hall and orangery.
Cloakroom
Leaded light and stained glass pane to door; pedestal wash hand basin; Portuguese tiled walls and wood block flooring; leaded light and stained glass door to:
Separate W.C
Portuguese tiled walls and wood block flooring.
Reception room - 7.05m (23'2") x 5.31m (17'5") : 37.4355 sqm (403 sqft)
Bay window to front with window seat, wood block flooring, feature inglenook with two stained glass windows. Marble fireplace with original mahogany surround and fitted with a `living flame` gas fire, ornate plaster work and wood carving with decorative mouldings, window to orangrey.
Living room - 4.67m (15'4") x 3.62m (11'11") : 16.9054 sqm (182 sqft)
Georgian style window to vestibule and front garden. Wood block flooring; period style fireplace with tiled inset and fitted with a ‘living flame` gas fire; two built in panelled cupboards and built in display cabinet with leaded light glass.
Dining room/Snooker room - 6.15m (20'2") x 4.98m (16'4") : 30.627 sqm (330 sqft)
Jacobean oak panelling to dado with full length panelling to Inglenook. Stone and Herringbone brick fireplace with `living flame` gas fire, wood block flooring and cast iron radiators, three quarter size oak snooker table, which converts into a ten seated dining table (available to purchase by separate negotiation). Bay windows to front garden.
Kitchen - 7.49m (24'7") x 3.23m (10'7") : 24.1927 sqm (260 sqft)
Extensive range of hand painted units to include base; wall and drawer units; pull out larder storage; one and a half bowl drainer stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap; space for range style cooker; integrated microwave; refrigerator and dishwasher; china cupboards; French dresser with glass china cupboard; breakfast bar incorporating base and drawer unit; wine storage and basket drawers; under unit lighting, part tiled walls; wood block flooring; double opening French doors with Georgian style panes to rear patio; glazed window to rear and side with Georgian panes.
Rear hallway
Built in Butler`s cupboard and quarry tiled floor; Georgian style windows and door to rear patio leading to:
Boot room
With fitted hanging rails and wooden seating, quarry tiled flooring and leading to:
Study
Windows to front garden; three telephone lines.
Garage - 10.06m (33'0") x 3.77m (12'4") : 37.9262 sqm (408 sqft)
Up and over remote controlled electric door. Access to rear hall.
Utility room - 3.56m (11'8") x 2.97m (9'9") : 10.5732 sqm (114 sqft)
Range of fitted cupboards and drawers with working surfaces and plumbing for washing machine and vented for tumble dryer; antique Butlers sink with removable wooden drainer; double French door to patio.
Summer room - 5.14m (16'10") x 3.74m (12'3") : 19.2236 sqm (207 sqft)
Three double French doors to patio and garden.
Cloakroom
Fitted with 2 piece suite comprising pedestal hand basin and low level WC.
Orangery - 7.11m (23'4") x 4.06m (13'4") : 28.8666 sqm (311 sqft)
Georgian style windows and double opening French doors to side and rear garden; Spanish style tiled floor; and doors to swimming pool and:
Inner hallway
Inner hallway leading to
Cloakroom
Changing, shower room, wc
Gym - 3.47m (11'5") x 2.84m (9'4") : 9.8548 sqm (106 sqft)
Georgian style windows to front; large storage room and pump room for swimming pool.
Swimming pool - 11.7m (38'5") x 5.48m (18'0") : 64.116 sqm (690 sqft)
Fully tiled pool 33` x 12` to a depth of 9`. Four double French doors opening to patio and two double doors opening to garden. Circular four seater Jacuzzi; de-humidifier; non slip Spanish style tiled floor and sandstone coving.
1st Floor
Landing with Study Area
Windows to side and rear; Lincrusta panelling to dado height; vaulted open beamed feature ceiling with coving.
Master bedroom - 7.28m (23'11") x 5.32m (17'5") : 38.7296 sqm (417 sqft)
Two walk in wardrobes with shelving and hanging rails; feature mouldings and coved ceiling; Inglenook with period style ‘living flame` gas fire; bay window to front overlooking garden and Georgian style window to rear.
Master en-suite
Suite comprising of a freestanding bath with freestanding mixer tap, oversized walk-in tiled shower compartment fitted with mains shower, his and hers wall mounted wash hand basins with mixer taps and shelving below, low level w.c. and bidet; ladder style radiators; tiled walls and floor; Georgian style window to front
Bedroom 2 - 6.48m (21'3") x 3.96m (13'0") : 25.6608 sqm (276 sqft)
Bay window to front; walk in wardrobe; cast iron fireplace.
Bedroom 2 en-suite
Period style corner bath; pedestal wash hand basin and low level w.c.; Lincrusta to dado height; Georgian style window
Bedroom 3 - 3.62m (11'11") x 3.67m (12'0") : 13.2854 sqm (143 sqft)
Built in wardrobe; Georgian style window overlooking rear garden.
Bedroom 3 en-suite
Suite comprising of a spa bath; walk-in shower compartment fitted with mains shower; wall mounted wash hand basin; low level w.c.; ladder style radiator; low voltage down lighters to ceiling; part tiled walls.
Bedroom 4 - 4.62m (15'2") x 3.93m (12'11") : 18.1566 sqm (195 sqft)
Built in wardrobe; Georgian style window overlooking front garden.
Family bathroom
Suite comprising a panelled bath, pedestal wash hand basin and large shower enclosure; Georgian style window. Separate w.c..
2nd floor
This extensive area, currently used as a guest suite, can easily be adapted to suit changing family needs. This floor would be ideal for a teenager suite or could provide accommodation for a Nanny.
Guest suite - 6.52m (21'5") x 5.69m (18'8") : 37.0988 sqm (399 sqft)
Open plan lounge area at present with home cinema, study area and additional sleeping area; Velux window; feature exposed timbers.
Bedroom 5 - 5.66m (18'7") x 4m (13'1") : 22.64 sqm (244 sqft)
Velux window and exposed beams.
Shower room
Shower enclosure; low level w.c.; pedestal wash hand basin.
Outside
Greystoke is accessed through double opening solid wood electric gates with engraved sandstone entrance pillars. The sweeping limestone gravelled driveway is lined by quarry rocks and affords ample parking space for 6 vehicles. There is a separate pathway through the garden which is laid to lawn with established shrubbery. The extensive rear garden has a large block paved patio which is approximately 1,400 square feet with two seating areas and steps down to the garden. The garden itself is divided into a large lawn area, a walled orchard of apple, cherry, plum and pear trees. There are large mature trees to front and rear providing a high degree of privacy. Outside water taps to front and rear.
Addition
Antique light fittings and chandeliers matching the period of the house are available by separate negotiation.
Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.
