Detached house for sale in Cronk Urleigh, Douglas Road, Kirk Michael IM6

Cronk Urleigh is a handsome country house nestling in beautifully landscaped sheltered gardens extending to 11.6 acres. Offering a high degree of privacy and set well back from the road, this period home of character dates back to 1750. It was also the original site for Tynwald until 1422 aswell as the home to Major Charles Crigan who died from his wounds in the Napoleonic wars, his father was the bishop of Sodor and Man between 1784 to 1813. The property could best be described as a mini country estate, offering a delightful 3/4 bedroom principal house with three reception areas and sunroom. There is an ensuite shower room, family bathroom and ground floor cloaks/wc. There is an impressive guest holiday cottage providing 2 bedrooms, ensuite shower room and separate bathroom. Lounge and dining kitchen. This property is currently run as a successful holiday business and is available by separate negotiation for £375,000 to the new owner. The magnificent surrounding gardens offers a lifestyle back to the good life, with sweeping lawns, ponds, paddock, orchard, copse all approached along an avenue of mature beech trees.

Location

From St Johns traffic lights head north on the A3 towards Kirk Michael. The property is located on the right hand side, a short distance before entering Kirk Michael village.

Entrance Hall (14' 1'' x 9' 10'' (4.3m x 3m))

Entrance door. Oak floor. Period style fire surround. Gable windowx. Radiator.

Reception Hall (14' 9'' x 14' 5'' (4.5m x 4.4m))

Log burner on tiled hearth. 3 uPVC double glazed windows. Coved ceiling.

Lounge (21' 0'' x 14' 1'' (6.4m x 4.3m))

Dual aspect room. 3 windows. Period style fire surround with log burner. Coved ceiling. Radiator.

Kitchen (19' 4'' x 13' 9'' (5.9m x 4.2m))

Cream coloured Shaker style base and wall units Log burner on raised hearth. Radiator. 2 windows. Quarry tiled floor. Electric oven, hob and extractor hood. Belfast sink. Plumbed for dishwasher. Space for fridge freezer.

Sun Room (17' 5'' x 14' 9'' (5.3m x 4.5m))

New roof. Triple aspect. 2 french doors to garden. Bookcase.

Cloaks/WC

WC and vanity wash hand basin. Tiled floor. Heated towel rail. Extractor fan.

Utility

Oil fired central heating boiler. Pressurised hot water cylinder. Plumbed for washing machine.

Rear Hall

Understairs cupboard. Quarry tiled floor. UPVC double glazed door to outside.

First Floor: Half Landing

Loft hatch. Window.

Bedroom 4 (9' 10'' x 8' 2'' (3m x 2.5m))

Wood floor. Radiator. Dual aspect.

Bathroom

Panelled bath, shower cubicle, vanity wash hand basin and low level WC. Tiled walls and floor. Heated towel rail.

Bedroom 3 (13' 1'' x 13' 1'' (4m x 4m))

Coved ceiling. Radiator. Loft hatch.

Landing

Sitting Area (15' 9'' x 12' 6'' (4.8m x 3.8m))

Dual aspect. 3 windows. 2 radiators. Velux roof light. Loft hatch. Fitted double wardrobe with hanging and shelf.

Bedroom 2/Study (14' 1'' x 10' 6'' (4.3m x 3.2m))

Radiator. Triple aspect. Arched window to North West.

Bedroom 1 (14' 5'' x 12' 6'' (4.4m x 3.8m))

Period style fire surround. Dual aspect. Coved ceiling. 2 radiators. Walk-in dressing room with wardrobes.

Ensuite Shower Room

Walk-in shower cubicle. Vanity wash hand basin and WC. Recessed mirror. Drawer unit. Heated towel rail. Fully tiled walls and floor. Radiator.

The Lodge

By Separate Negotiation. Currently used as a holiday rental through Island Escapes.

Handsome stone built, brick quoins, slate pitched roof and uPVC double glazing.

Lounge (14' 9'' x 12' 10'' (4.5m x 3.9m))

Entrance door. Fireplace with inset electric fire. Radiator.

Kitchen (17' 9'' x 9' 2'' (5.4m x 2.8m))

Country fitted kitchen. Belfast sink. Electric oven, hob and extractor hood. Fitted units. Radiator. Storage cupboards. Bay window. Tiled splashback. Fridge freezer. Dishwasher. Understairs cupboard.

Utility Room

Plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. Heated towel rail. Vinyl flooring. Door to outside.

Bathroom

White suite comprising panelled bath, pedestal wash basin and WC. Heated towel rail. Vinyl flooring. Extractor.

First Floor

Bedroom/Study (12' 10'' x 8' 6'' (3.9m x 2.6m))

Radiator. Recessed wardrobe.

Bedroom 1 (11' 10'' x 9' 2'' (3.6m x 2.8m))

Radiator.

Ensuite Shower Room

Shower cubicle, vanity wash hand basin and WC. Radiator. Loft hatch.

Outside

The property benefits from two driveways, one to either side of The Lodge. The approach to the principal residence is gated from each driveway, providing security and privacy from The Lodge entrances. The curtilage extends to circa 11.6 acres and provides a lush backdrop of manicured lawns, avenue of mature beech trees, orchard, ponds and vegetable produce area. The garden is mature and sheltered with winding walkways leading through a colourful array of bluebells, spring camellias, magnolias and display azaleas. A lovely patio terrace lies to the South-East to catch the sun. The Driveway to the house extends around to the rear providing access to the garden store, tractor shed/garage and partially covered car space. A stable with space for two donkeys lies by the North West facing fenced paddock and a most handsome duck house lies on the bank of the pond. In addition to a further shed lies a wonderful timber summer house with its own log burner and raised timber terrace. Overall the garden provides is an oasis of tranquillity and must be explored to be fully appreciated.

Services

Mains water, electricity and private drainage. Oil central heating. Electric charging point to The Lodge.

Viewing

Viewing is strictly by appointment through chrystals
Please inform us if you are unable to keep appointments.

Possession

Vacant possession on completion of purchase.
The company do not hold themselves responsible for any expenses which may be incurred in visiting the same should it prove unsuitable or have been let, sold or withdrawn.
Disclaimer - Notice is hereby given that these particulars, although believed to be correct do not form part of an offer or a contract. Neither the Vendor nor Chrystals, nor any person in their employment, makes or has the authority to make any representation or warranty in relation to the property. The Agents whilst endeavouring to ensure complete accuracy, cannot accept liability for any error or errors in the particulars stated, and a prospective purchaser should rely upon his or her own enquiries and inspection. All Statements contained in these particulars as to this property are made without responsibility on the part of Chrystals or the vendors or lessors.