6 bedroom house

**Magnificent country house **Approx 8500 sq ft of accommodation **Set in 11 acres **Swimming Pool complex **Annexe **Wine cellar **Extensive garaging and stabling

General - A magnificent country house which boasts a massive 8500 sq ft of accommodation and is set in approximately 11 acres of gardens and paddocks. Charity House was largely built in the 1960s and incorporates a 19th century cottage which has been developed into an annexe. The sprawling accommodation includes a sensational leisure complex with a heated swimming pool, spa pool, steam room and bar. There is a large open plan living area on the ground floor, four further reception rooms, a remarkable master bedroom suite with two dressing rooms, three further bedrooms and a two bedroomed annexe. Outside there are two impressive and substantial range of outbuildings with extensive garaging and stabling.

General Cont. - The house stands in grounds of approximately two acres and there is a further 9 acres of paddocks to the East. This really is a unique and very special property perfectly suited to extended and multi generational family living. In these changing times the house also works exceptionally well for home working.

Location - Charity House is located in the popular rural village of Austrey, which although in North Warwickshire lies close to the boundaries of Staffordshire, Leicestershire and Derbyshire. Austrey is an active village with a village shop/post office, primary school, two churches, a public house and a village hall. A wider range of amenities are available in Tamworth and Ashby-de-la-Zouch. The village is close to the M42 which provides links to Birmingham, Leicester, Coventry, Derby and Nottingham. Rail services are available in Tamworth and Nuneaton and the two international airports at Birmingham and East Midlands are easily accessible. There are a number of private and state schools in the area and also great opportunities for outdoor pursuits such as walking, cycling, horse riding and sailing.

The House - The accommodation is arranged over three floors as follows. Double front doors opening into reception hall.

Reception Hall - 21'10" x 14'2" (6.65m x 4.32m) - A superb introduction to the house with oak boarded floor, stairs rising to the Ground floor. Opening into an inner hallway.

Inner Hallway - Cloakroom and store.

Sitting Room - 28'1" x 11'9" (8.56m x 3.58m) - An impressive room with full height ceiling with exposed roof trusses and beams giving a real feeling of space. Two central heating radiators and door to the study.

Study - 10'7" x 9'9" (3.23m x 2.97m) - There is an extensive range of fitted office cupboards with file drawers and shelving. Central heating radiator.

Utility Room - 9'8" x 9' (2.95m x 2.74m) - Fitted units incorporating a single drainer sink unit and plumbing for a washing machine.

Boot Room - 15' x 11'8" (4.57m x 3.56m) - Further range of fitted base units and a boiler cupboard. Central heating radiator.

Office - 15'8" x 15'3" (4.78m x 4.65m) -

Wine Cellar - 16'8" x 6'1" (5.08m x 1.85m) - An impressive wine cellar divided into two chambers, with a vaulted ceiling, wine racking and feature stone wall. (Second chamber is 15'1" x 6'10"). A flight of steps rises to the sitting room.

On The Ground Floor - Stairs rise from the reception hall to a hall which leads to the ANNEXE and three bedroom. Opening off the hall is the RECEPTION LOBBY.

Reception Lobby - Opening off the reception lobby is the main living area and the kitchen.

Cloakroom - Luxurious cloakroom with contemporary wash basin on stand, low flush lavatory, towel rail.

Open Plan Living Area - An extensive open plan living space with zones for dining, sitting and opening directly into the kitchen.

Dining Area - 22'10" x 11'10" (6.96m x 3.61m) - Central heating radiator.

Sitting Area - 22'11" x 14'6" (6.99m x 4.42m) - Sliding french doors opening onto the patio. Opening into the kitchen.
(extending to 26'4").

Kitchen - 20' x 15'7" (6.10m x 4.75m) - A magnificent space with full height ceiling. Extensive range of stylish base and wall units with polished granite work surfaces. There is a central island with breakfast bar incorporating a "Gaggeneau" four ring gas hob with further wok hob to one side, a "Gaggenau" steamer and barbecue. Additional integrated appliances include a double oven, microwave and an American style fridge.

Orangery - 14'10" max x 12'4" (4.52m max x 3.76m) - Tiled floor and doors to the swimming pool complex.

Swimming Pool Complex - The swimming pool complex is quite stunning. The lavish pool house is flooded with light and an incredible space for entertaining. There is a 30' x 15' heated swimming pool, a spa pool, steam room, changing room and WC. A separate bar area with polished granite counter and circular window adjoins the swimming pool.

Ground Floor Continued - Opening of the ground floor hall are three bedrooms, two flights of stairs rising to the master bedroom suite and there is also access to the ANNEXE

Guest Bedroom - 19'2" x 10'9" (5.84m x 3.28m) - A pretty room. There is a full height window with shutters overlooking the courtyard. Central heating radiator.

En-Suite/Dressing Room - A good space with a bank of wardrobes running along one wall. There is a shower cubicle with rainfall shower, wash hand basin. Separate lavatory with low flush WC.

Bedroom Three - 10'6" x 9'10" (3.20m x 3.00m) - Overlooking courtyard, central heating radiator and door to 'Jack and Jill' bathroom.

Jack And Jill Bathroom - Panelled bath with shower over, low flush lavatory, wash hand basin and tiling to splashback area.

Bedroom Four - 12'8" x 8' (3.86m x 2.44m) - Used by the current owner as a dressing room. Door to the Jack and Jill bathroom previously mentioned. Central heating radiator. Door to the Annexe Shower room.

Annexe Shower Room - A large en suite with shower cubicle, wash hand basin and low flush lavatory. The shower room can be used as an en suite for Bedroom Four in the main house

On The Second Floor - Two flights of stairs rise from the ground floor hallway to a large landing area off which there is a door to the master bedroom.

Master Bedroom - 32'4" x 14'3" (9.86m x 4.34m) - A quite magnificent room with sliding doors opening onto a balcony from which the views over the gardens and countryside beyond can be enjoyed. A bank of wardrobes with walnut fronts runs the length of one wall. There is a concealed door opening into a large dressing room and a further gentleman's dressing room.
(First measurement reduces to 23'4")

Dressing Room - 26'3" x 12'5" (8.00m x 3.78m) - Bank of wardrobes running along one wall. A flight of stairs descends to the Swimming Pool Complex.

Gentleman's Dressing Room - Fitted with a magnificent range of bespoke wardrobes and cupboards. Door to En Suite.i

En-Suite - 12'9" x 10' (3.89m x 3.05m) - A luxurious en-suite with high gloss tiles to the floor, a walk in shower cubicle, two bowl sink unit, central heating radiator, panelled bath and ladder style towel rail.

Annexe - The annexe has its own front door but also can be accessed from the main house through bedroom four.

Sitting Room - 24'6" x 12'1" (7.47m x 3.68m) - Storage heater.

Kitchen - 17'7" max x 11'2" max (5.36m max x 3.40m max) - Fitted with an extensive range of base and wall units with electric hob. Inset one and a half bowl sink unit.

Bedroom One - 11'5" x 9' (3.48m x 2.74m) - Fitted cupboard, storage heater.

Bedroom Two - 12' x 9'9" (3.66m x 2.97m) - Storage heater.

Shower Room - Shower cubicle, low flush lavatory and wash hand basin. The shower room can be used as an en suite for Bedroom Four in the main house

Outside - The house is approached through security gates from the main street opening onto a drive with block paved parking area with lawn to one side. Archway under a clock tower with a drive continuing to the garaging. Immediately adjoining the house and swimming pool complex, there is an extensive terrace perfect for al fresco dining and entertaining.

The Gardens - There are sweeping lawns interspersed with mature specimen trees which leads to a large pond and the paddocks.

Outbuildings - There are two very impressive ranges of outbuildings.

Range One: A quadruple garage with electric up and over doors. A single garage and three stables.

Range Two: Double garage and three stables.

The Paddocks - The land lies to the East of the house and is accessed through a small spinney where there is pretty pond which is an absolute haven for wildlife. The land is divided into two paddocks. It should be noted that a footpath runs along the side of the field. Also there is a separate access for vehicles/ horse boxes etc along Flats Lane which leads to the 9 acres and rear of property.

Important Note - We understand that there is an uplift development clause on the paddock land and some of the land close to the buildings but not including the house and gardens.

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