lovely countryside setting reception hall and staircase hall elegant drawing room and dining room charming family sitting room stunning kitchen and breakfast room utility room indoor swimming pool complex master bedroom with en suite 3 further en suite
bedrooms further 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms...
lovely countryside setting
reception hall and staircase hall
elegant drawing room and dining room
charming family sitting room
stunning kitchen and breakfast room
utility room
indoor swimming pool complex
master bedroom with en suite
3 further en suite bedrooms
further 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
study and second floor sitting room
converted cellars
beautiful landscaped gardens
convenient for lichfield city centre
PRINCIPAL ENTRANCE
this is approached via a reception vestibule porch heralded by twin substantial gothic arch solid timber doors. This opens to another substantial timber door with leaded lights flanked by matching partitions giving way to the:
DELIGHTFUL AND SPACIOUS RECEPTION HALL
with Travertine flooring, deep and elegant cornicing, ceiling flush speakers and spotlighting. Underfloor heating extends throughout the ground floor level together with ceiling flush speakers within reception rooms and kitchen. A glazed panelled door opens
to:
DINING ROOM
this delightful room embraces the open plan design with a beautiful projected box bay window overlooking the front across to the natural wildlife pools. The room features a contemporary gas fire with pewter style surround and exposed ceiling beamwork. The open
play layout carries on through to the:
DRAWING ROOM
which provides the large formal central room of the property, again with a projected box bay window this time with views across to the side gardens and open countryside. The room features a tall contemporary fireplace housing a wood burning stove. The room
also has a cinema setup with drop down electronic projector screen, ceiling mounted projector and built-in speaker system. There are double French doors leading out to the rear terrace.
FITTED GUESTS CLOAKROOM
with W.C. suite and dedicated cloak area.
QUALITY BREAKFAST KITCHEN
this dominates the south easterly side of the house with Travertine flooring running throughout and a central handsome black four door Aga forming the centrepiece. The projecting bay window has the sinks with views over the easterly countryside aspect. There
is a large central island with granite work surface and built-in wine refrigerator and storage. There is a large array of hand built wooden base and wall mounted cupboards and drawers together with a bespoke storage dresser with space for an American style
fridge/freezer. Further bespoke kitchen seating arrangement with tall leather back design occupies the far end of the kitchen with dedicated window again to the easterly aspect. Open access leads to:
CHARMING FAMILY ROOM
a most comfortable room for all the family to enjoy with exposed oak flooring and box bay windows to the front.
UTILITY ROOM
approached from the rear large hallway and again having granite work surfaces, space for appliances and excellent storage provisions. From the rear hall there is access to the audio visual hub room currently housing a racking system for the "Lutron" lighting
system plus "Russ sound" audio amplification and a "Rotel" media server.
SWIMMING POOL COMPLEX
a truly stunning feature of the property this fantastic indoor swimming pool complex has steps leading down to the Travertine surround. The pool has a tiled finish, electronic child safety cover within dedicated recess, swim jet and separate whirlpool spa.
The incredible cathedral style windows provide natural floodlighting into the room combining with delightful views across the gardens with a full vaulted ceiling and specialist starlight lighting and skylights. Projecting and overlooking the swimming pool
is a mezzanine level currently used as a gymnasium. Substantial fold back doors lead to the rear garden terrace. Worthy of note is the built-in cinema system providing projection onto a far wall allowing the swimming pool, jacuzzi and rear terrace users to
view.
FIRST FLOOR
approached by a substantial oak staircase leading to a very spacious landing incorporating useful storage cupboards and an open aspect to the second floor galleried landing.
MASTER BEDROOM
this occupies the westerly side of the property and features a spacious bedroom area with twin glazed double doors leading out to a balcony with views across neighbouring countryside including the Maple Hayes deer park. There is a dressing room adjacent with
substantial storage for shoes and clothing. The quality En Suite Bathroom has a jacuzzi jet bath in the centre of the room surrounded by Travertine flooring. There are twin wash hand basins, contemporary W.C. suite and bidet by Porcelanosa. There is a large
open style shower and recessed storage areas for toiletries.
GUESTS BEDROOM TWO
with views to the front of the property and having a quality en suite bathroom with contemporary bath and shower, and again Travertine tiling.
BEDROOM THREE
situated across the spacious landing and currently used as an outstanding study. The room is designed with contemporary styling featuring material panelling with feature wallpaper. A glazed door leads to the balcony area overlooking the indoor swimming pool
currently used as a gymnasium.
BEDROOM FOUR
situated on the easterly side of the house with a range of fitted wardrobes and door to a luxury en suite shower room again with Travertine tiling.
BEDROOM FIVE
adjacent to bedroom four on the easterly side of the property with a range of fitted wardrobes and access to the quality shower room again with Travertine tiling.
SECOND FLOOR
a further oak staircase leads to a large open plan informal sitting area with large roof space. Natural light is provided by a superb lantern feature and Velux windows. There is a galleried viewing area over the primary staircase and landing.
BEDROOM SIX
situated within a gable end with access to an open style playroom/sitting room for this bedroom suite.
BEDROOM SEVEN
occupying a further gable end with views over the easterly side of the property.
LUXURY WET ROOM
another quality fitting to the property with shower area, W.C. suite and wash hand basin.
STUDY
potentially an eighth bedroom with useful storage integrated into the eaves of the property.
LOWER GROUND FLOOR
approached from a staircase running parallel to the main stairs leading down to a series of informal entertainment rooms. The previous cellar space to the original mill house has provided converted rooms which are currently used as an American pool room with
television and bar adjacent and a child's playroom. A further corridor leads to useful storage and possible wine cellar.
OUTSIDE
The property is approached via a private drive accessed via a lane leading off Christchurch Lane. Substantial twin timber gates are flanked by brick pillars with circular stone finials. The electronic gates open to a long entrance driveway with a bridge feature
leading over a wildlife pool. The bridge has contemporary steel and wire span railing. There are gravel and driveway parking areas to the front of the house. Flanking the driveway on the eastern side are the informal wildlife pools with various seating and
vantage points designed throughout. There are mature shrubs and trees to the border of the property. To the westerly side of the driveway a large open wildlife pool meanders into woodland, and a projecting deck area provides for seating areas. The pool also
features a small boat launching deck. Interspersing is a large grassed area with child zip wire and launch platform built around a mature tree. The western side benefits from superb open views over the neighbouring Maple Hayes estate parkland with opportunities
to see the deer park. A five bar gate divides this play area and wildlife pool area from the formal grounds of the property.
The western aspect encompasses a large expansive lawned area with views over open countryside. The garden features a large raised wooden decked area with substantial space for alfresco dining. There is a large area of decorative Indian sandstone terracing leading
to the indoor swimming pool complex. This area provides