4 bedroom house

A traditional thatched cottage set in the rural Cheshire countryside. George's Lane Farm offers near to 3000sqft of well-organized accommodation, a detached barn and approximately 4 acres


Description

The picturesque George's Lane Farm comprises nearly 3000 sq. feet of well-maintained accommodation boasting period features throughout. The property is very well presented and comprises of five well - proportioned reception rooms, four bedrooms and three bathrooms.

The front door opens into a spacious hall that provides a warm and welcoming entrance. The open plan kitchen/dining/living room forms the hub of the house, and is light and airy with windows providing views over the garden. There are numerous wall to floor units with granite counters, range cooker and integrated appliances. This family living room leads to an inner hall which gives access to a cosy sitting room with exposed beams, a double bedroom and 4 piece family bathroom. The dining room is off the main hallway and leads into a home office. Steps lead down from the dining room into a well proportioned formal sitting room with an open fireplace. Off the entrance hall there is a cloakroom, utility room and boiler house.

Stairs lead from the family room to the first floor where there are three further double bedrooms. The master bedroom has an impressive pitched roof with exposed beams. There is a further five- piece family bathroom and a shower room.

The farmhouse is surrounded by an established garden of approximately 1.5 acres which is predominantly laid to lawn with planted borders and shrubs. The one acre lawn was previously a paddock and could easily revert. There is a flagged patio area also to the rear and side providing space for al fresco dining. The driveway is gated with a traditional farm gate and gravelled yard leading to a two vehicle carport.

The detached barn is approximately 1200 sq. ft. and split over two floors. The three stables are well sized and there is a further hay barn and tack room. The barn offers potential to convert into ancillary accommodation, plans having been passed in 2014 but not activated. New permission would have to be sought. Off the barn is a second entrance and extensive parking area suitable for a horse lorry.

The two paddocks are located adjacent to the George's Lane Farm and are approximately 1 and 1.75 acres.

Maintenance has recently been carried out on the thatched roof (Jan 21)

Location

The picturesque village of Great Budworth, situated just over a mile from George's Lane Farm, benefits from a primary school, a church dating from Norman times and 2 pubs, and has a thriving outgoing community, with more extensive facilities available in the nearby towns of Northwich, Knutsford and Warrington.

In addition to the state primary school in Great Budworth village, there is also private schooling at nearby Cransley, The Grange in Hartford and the Kings & Queens Schools in Chester. There is a state secondary school in Knutsford and 3 in Northwich. Additionally, also in Northwich, is Sir John Dean's 6th Form College.

On the recreational front there is a sailing club at Great Budworth and several golf courses locally including High Legh, Knutsford, Sandiway and The Mere Golf & Country Club. For the equestrian enthusiasts there is horseracing at the historic Chester Racecourse, Haydock and Aintree. There is also polo at Little Budworth, near Tarporley and hunting with the Cheshire Forest whilst the surrounding lanes adjoining the picturesque Arley Hall Estate are ideal for hacking.

Knutsford 6.5 miles, Manchester 20 miles, Wilmslow 13.8 miles, Manchester Airport 13.9 Miles. (All travel times and distances are approximate)

Square Footage: 2,973 sq ft




Acreage: 4.5 Acres

Marketed by: Savills, Knutsford