Equestrian property for sale in Norwell Woodhouse, Newark NG23

The Grey Cottage is a truly unique residence standing on an amazing plot of approximately 4 acres (subject to survey). This substantial home would benefit from some updating and modernisation, and currently provides five bedrooms, five reception rooms, two bathrooms, conservatory, two kitchens, triple garage and stable block. The property offers fabulous potential and is available for purchase with no chain.

Situation And Amenities

Norwell Woodhouse is a small rural hamlet which is perfectly positioned within Nottinghamshire. Local amenities can be found in the nearby village of Norwell. There is a highly regarded Primary School in Norwell and the well renowned Tuxford Academy and Southwell Minster secondary schools are in the area. The village is ideal for easy access to Newark and Nottingham. Newark has amenities including the Palace Theatre, bowling alley and cinema. There are excellent shopping facilities in the town including major retail chains and supermarkets including Waitrose and M & S Food. For the commuter the A1 trunk road offers easy access to the north and south of the country. There is a direct line rail link from newark northgate station to london kings cross which takes from around 80 minutes.

Principal Dwelling

Kitchen (14' 6'' x 10' 4'' (4.42m x 3.15m))

The kitchen in the principal residence has dual aspect windows to the front and side elevations, and a glazed door leads to the front patio. The kitchen is fitted with a range of base and wall units with roll top work surfaces and tiled splash backs. There is a stainless steel sink, and integrated appliances include an eye level double oven, ceramic hob, dishwasher and fridge. The kitchen has a timber panelled ceiling, two ceiling light points and a radiator.

Inner Hallway

This small inner hallway is accessed from the kitchen and has a window to the side elevation and a door into the cloakroom.

Cloakroom

The cloakroom has an opaque window to the side elevation and is fitted with a vanity unit with wash hand basin inset and storage beneath, and a WC. The room has a ceiling light point and a radiator.

Dining Room (19' 2'' x 14' 1'' (5.84m x 4.29m) (at widest points))

The dining room has a window to the front elevation, a picture window to the rear and an opaque window to the side. From the dining room the staircase rises to the first floor. The room is sub-divided by an archway and has a beamed ceiling, wall light points and a radiator. The dining room is open plan, via a chimney breast, to the family room.

Family Room (13' 7'' x 11' 6'' (4.14m x 3.50m))

Having a bow shaped window to the front elevation, French doors into the conservatory, and an archway into the lounge. The focal point of the family room is the fireplace and there is also cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and a radiator.

Conservatory (13' 7'' x 9' 6'' (4.14m x 2.89m))

The conservatory has dual aspect windows overlooking the garden and paddocks beyond, and French doors leading out to the rear patio. There are wall light points and a radiator installed.

Lounge (17' 10'' x 11' 8'' (5.43m x 3.55m))

As previously mentioned, the lounge is open plan to the family room, and once again has dual aspect windows overlooking the garden and paddocks beyond. French doors lead into the study/home office. The lounge has cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and two radiators.

Study/Home Office (18' 11'' x 7' 3'' (5.76m x 2.21m))

The study/home office has dual aspect windows to either side, and connects the principal residence to what is currently the annexe accommodation. The room has recessed ceiling spotlights, cornice to the ceiling and a radiator.

First Floor Landing

From the dining room the staircase rises to the first floor of the principal house where four bedrooms and a bathroom are located. The landing has two windows to the front, recessed ceiling spotlights and two radiators. The airing cupboard and access to the loft space are located on the landing.

Bedroom One (11' 9'' x 11' 5'' (3.58m x 3.48m) (plus door recess))

A double bedroom with dual aspect windows to the front and rear elevations, recessed ceiling spotlights, cornice to the ceiling and a radiator.

Bedroom Two (13' 7'' x 8' 0'' (4.14m x 2.44m))

A further double bedroom with a window to the rear elevation, cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and a radiator.

Bedroom Three (10' 11'' x 8' 8'' (3.32m x 2.64m))

Also a double bedroom, having a window to the rear, cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and a radiator. The bedroom also has two small fitted storage cupboards located either side of the chimney breast.

Bedroom Four (8' 9'' x 8' 1'' (2.66m x 2.46m) (at widest points))

An 'L' shaped single bedroom/box room with a window to the rear elevation, cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and a radiator.

Bathroom (8' 3'' x 6' 1'' (2.51m x 1.85m))

The bathroom has an opaque window to the rear and is fitted with a coloured suite comprising bath, vanity unit with wash hand basin inset and storage beneath, and a WC. The bathroom has part ceramic wall tiling, a shaver socket, ceiling light point and a radiator.

Annexe Accommodation

Annexe Kitchen (16' 0'' x 11' 8'' (4.87m x 3.55m))

The annexe kitchen has dual aspect windows to the front and side elevations, a glazed door providing access to the driveway, and doors leading to the inner hallway and bedroom accommodation. The kitchen is fitted with a range of base and wall units, with roll top work surfaces and tiled splash backs. There is a stainless steel sink, space and plumbing for a washing machine and further space for a free standing cooker. The central heating boiler for the annexe is located here.

Annexe Bedroom (16' 2'' x 15' 9'' (4.92m x 4.80m))

This very large and well proportioned annexe bedroom has two windows to the side elevation and a door leading out to the front patio. The room has moulded cornice to the ceiling, wall light points and two radiators.

Annexe Inner Hallway

The inner hallway provides access through to the bathroom and lounge. There is also access to a large storage cupboard from this hallway.

Annexe Bathroom (11' 7'' x 5' 4'' (3.53m x 1.62m))

The bathroom has an opaque window to the side and is fitted with a coloured suite comprising bath, pedestal wash hand basin and WC. The room has ceramic wall tiling, both wall and ceiling light points and a radiator. The airing cupboard is located here. Adjacent to this and in the inner hallway is a separate shower cubicle with mains shower.

Annexe Lounge (12' 10'' x 11' 8'' (3.91m x 3.55m))

The lounge has French doors into the garden enjoying delightful views across the paddock. The room has cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and a radiator. The lounge is informally divided by an archway through to the sitting room.

Annexe Sitting Room (11' 8'' x 9' 10'' (3.55m x 2.99m))

The sitting room has a window to the side elevation, cornice to the ceiling, a ceiling light point and a radiator. From here a door leads back into the inner hallway.

Outside

The grounds to The Grey Cottage are a particular feature, and the property is accessed via a five bar gate which leads onto a substantial gravelled driveway providing off road parking for numerous vehicles. Also located to the front of the property is a large tiered patio ideal for outdoor seating and entertaining and enjoys a very high degree of privacy. The patio is bounded by well maintained borders containing a vast array of mature shrubs, plants and trees. The driveway continues towards the paddock where the stables and workshop are located. Adjacent to the driveway is the triple garage.

Triple Detached Garage (32' 7'' x 19' 3'' (9.92m x 5.86m))

The garage has three independent electrically operated up and over doors to the front, and a personnel door and window to the side. The garage is equipped with power and lighting. Located to the rear of the garage is a garden store.

Garden Store (8' 7'' x 7' 5'' (2.61m x 2.26m))

The store has a window to the rear and is fitted with base and wall units.

Grounds

The grounds to The Grey Cottage are divided by a post and rail fence and incorporate the gardens around the house itself which are laid principally to lawn interspersed with borders containing a wonderful array of mature shrubs, plants and trees. There is a further large patio area situated to the rear of the property, and also a timber garden shed. The grounds are approximately 4 acres (subject to survey) and bounded by hedgerow. From here wonderful and uninterrupted views of open countryside can be enjoyed.

Stable Block (31' 1'' x 20' 3'' (9.47m x 6.17m))

Having a stable door and two windows to the front elevation. Internally the stable block is sub-divided into three stables and equipped with power and lighting. Adjacent to the stable block is a further large timber storage shed.

Council Tax

The property is in Band G.