Astle Hall, Chelford

Astle Hall, ChelfordAN ELEGANT COUNTRY HOUSE SET IN AN EXQUISITE MATURE PARKLAND WITH GROUNDS TO APPROXIMATELY 5.5 ACRES ORTHEREABOUTS

Astle Hall is an impressive 3 storey country houseconstructed out of mellow brick with slate roofwith stone detailing, sash windows and stonepillared portico. Located in the heart of this matureparkland setting at the end of a long sweepingundulating drive yet being 5-10 minutes from thecentres of Alderley Edge, Wilmslow andKnutsford. The centres offer an excellent range ofshopping, educational and recreational facilitieswith fine restaurants. The motorway networksystem, Manchester International Airport, localand commuter rail links are within easy access.

Externally, the property is approached throughelectrically gated entrance drive which winds itsway through parkland and to the front of theproperty where the gravel driveway bordered bystone sets provides excellent parking facilities andleads to a detached triple garage. The formalmature gardens surround the property withsweeping lawns, mature trees, shrubs and viewsacross the adjoining lake. The groundssurrounding the property extend to approximately5.5 acres or thereabouts. There is an additionalpaddock and woodland and substantial agriculturalbuilding (helicopter hangar) which would bepurchased subject to separate negotiation.

Astle Hall is a charming detached country housewith elegant proportions enjoying impressivespacious, versatile family accommodation.Features of particular note include polished natural

wood and stone flooring to the ground floor,traditional style open fireplaces, traditional sashwindows and panelled internal doors. In summarythe stone pillars front portico leads to animpressive double height reception hallway withsweeping mahogany staircase 38' drawing roomoff, sitting room, playroom, 30' breakfast kitchen,utility room and panelled study by Smallbone ofDevizes. To the first and second floors there is animpressive master suite with dressing room andbathroom, 5 further bedrooms with 3 bathrooms (1en-suite). The property benefits from an oil firedcentral heating system and to fully appreciate theelegance and charm and uniqueness of this idyllicparkland setting a personal inspection is stronglyrecommended.

DIRECTIONSFrom our Alderley Edge office proceed out of thevillage on the main London Road (A34) towardsWilmslow. After passing over the railway bridgetake the first turning left into Chelford Road(A535) towards Chelford. At the Chelfordroundabout proceed straight across towardsHolmes Chapel on a continuation of the A535.After a short distance turn right immediatelyopposite the church down a stone pillar gatedentrance drive past the lodge (not owned).Continue through the parkland along the sweepingundulating driveway where Astle Hall will be seenin the distance. Proceed to the sweeping graveldriveway to the front and side of the property.

PILLARED STONE PORTICO

GALLERIED ENTRANCE HALL 20'11 x18'3 (6.38m x 5.56m)With mahogany staircase, parquet floor, carvedopen stone fireplace, cornicing.

CLOAKROOMLow level wc, pedestal wash hand basin, parquetfloor, cornicing.

DRAWING ROOM 38'2 x 15'11 (11.63m x4.85m)With wooden floor, cornicing, French doors togardens, open fireplace with carved antiquemarble surround and hearth.

SITTING ROOM 19'1 x 14'2 (5.82m x4.32m)With cornicing, French doors to York flaggedterrace, log burning stove set into carved stonefireplace and stone hearth.

PLAYROOM 13'8 x 13'3 (4.17m x 4.04m)

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 29'11 x14'10 (9.12m x 4.52m)With comprehensive range of wooden wall andfloor units with granite worksurfaces and tiledsplashbacks, ceramic one and a half bowl sink unitwith waste disposal and mixer tap, Belling 4 ringelectric hob, built in dishwasher, integralAmerican style fridge/freezer with ice maker, fouroven Aga set into stone fireplace recess, matchingcentral island unit with wine rack and wicker

basket drawers, French dresser, slate floor,cornicing, French doors to Yrok flagged terrace.

PANTRY 7'2 x 6'3 (2.18m x 1.91m)Shelved, slate floor.

UTILITY ROOM 14'10 x 7'4 (4.52m x2.24m)With range of wooden floor units with furtherbutler cupboards, space and plumbing for washingmachine, ceramic one and a half bowl singledrainer sink unit with mixer tap, slate floor, backdoor, cornicing.

STUDY 18'2 x 12'9 (5.54m x 3.89m)Magnificent Smallbone of Devizes oak study unitswith book shelving and storage, oak panelling todado rail height, oak floor, air conditioning,French doors to York flagged terrace, cornicing.

FIRST FLOOR

GALLERIED LANDINGWith cornicing, ceiling rose, French doors towrought iron balcony with magnificent views ofthe parkland.

MASTER BEDROOM SUITE

BEDROOM ONE 26'3 x 19'2 (8.00m x5.84m)With cornicing, air conditioning, door to wroughtiron Juliet balcony, arch to

DRESSING ROOM 8'6 x 4'4 (2.59m x1.32m)Hanging and shelving, air conditioning.

EN SUITE BATHROOMWith Whirlpool bath set into Smallbone ofDevizes granite topped mirror lined corniced

recess, twin wash hand basins set into granitetopped vanity unit with shelving and mirrorsabove, limestone tiled shower cubicle with bodyjets, linen/towel cupboard, air conditioning,limestone tiled floor, opaque door to

SEPARATE WCLow level wc and bidet, limestone tiled floor,cornicing, air conditioning.

BEDROOM TWO 16'2 x 13'5 (4.93m x4.09m)With cornicing, walk in wardrobes, window seatwith spectacular views of the parkland and lake.

BEDROOM THREE 14' x 10;5 (4.27m x0.25m)With built in wardrobes, cornicing.

FAMILY BATHROOMWith doors from bedrooms two and three. Lowlevel wc, bidet, hall and claw roll topped freestanding bath with shower attachment, showercubicle, pedestal wash hand basin, shaver socket,cornicing, extractor fan, stone floor.

STORAGE ROOM ONE 13'8 x 8'11 (4.17mx 2.72m)Part restricted height, opening to

STORAGE ROOM TWO 10'6 x 9' (3.20m x2.74m)Part restricted height.Mahogany stairs leading to

TOP FLOORLanding, cornicing.

BEDROOM FIVE 18' x 16'4 (5.49m x4.98m)Built in wardrobe.

GUEST BEDROOM SUITE

BEDROOM FOUR 16'1 x 13'5 (4.90m x4.09m)With built in wardrobe.

EN SUITE SHOWER ROOMLow level wc, pedestal wash hand basin, showercubicle, heated towel rail, tiled floor, shaversocket.

BEDROOM SIX 15'10 x 10'5 (4.83m x3.18m)

FAMILY BATHROOMWith low level wc, pedestal wash hand basin,panelled bath with shower attachment, tiledsplashbacks and floor, shaver socket.

TRIPLE GARAGE BLOCK 32'10 x 21'1(10.01m x 6.43m)Three electric up and over doors, side courtesydoor, power and light, boarded out loft storage,separately alarmed.

OUTSIDEThe electric gated entrance drive of Astle Hallwinds its way through the historic matureparkland, of which the hall enjoys unparalleledviews. The gardens are truly superb with largeexpanses of sweeping lawns dissected by maturetrees, such as Cedar of Lebanon and Beech. Deepshrub borders encompass the lawns with a LilyPond sitting centrally. There are two paddockswhich sit to either side of the gardens.All electrical appliances, the heating system andwiring have not been tested therefore we cannotverify whether they are in working order.VACANT POSSESSION UPON COMPLETION

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