7 bedroom detached house for sale

Located on the illustrious Four Oaks Estate and being one of the original houses, this elegant Grade II listed Arts and Crafts property enjoys beautiful interiors with a plethora of period and original features. Dating back to circa 1900 and built by renowned architects, Crouch & Butler, this wonderful home boasts a flexible layout with six reception rooms (including a large games room and bar), dining kitchen, up to eight double bedrooms, six bathrooms, double garage, gated driveway and beautiful gardens.

Come Inside:
Entering through the grand front door, the generous reception hall enjoys several original features including a beautiful stone fire surround, beamed ceiling and part glazed double doors with stained inserts opening into the drawing room and family room. A door leads to the garden with further doors leading to the dining room, kitchen and cellar. Stairs rise to the first floor. The family room, located to the front of the property features a large walk-in bay window enjoying views over the fore. The room also boasts the original fireplace and tiled surround with a further window to the side overlooking the garden. Across the hallway, the drawing room is flooded with natural light and the original inglenook fireplace together with log burner provides the perfect focal point for the room. A door leads through to the conservatory, itself a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the views of the garden with windows wrapping around all sides and a door leading directly to the beautifully landscaped gardens. With a walk-in bay window to the front, the dining room is a cosy space, ideal for more intimate dinners with friends and family while enjoying views over the fore. Moving to the kitchen, the space is flooded with natural light thanks to large skylights and floor to ceiling windows overlooking the rear courtyard which can be accessed via French doors and provides an ideal place to enjoy a morning drink or breakfast. There is a range of ivory coloured shaker style wall and base units with contrasting black granite work surfaces and white tiled splashbacks. A range of appliances include a dishwasher, range cooker with gas hob and extractor above and there is space for an American style fridge/freezer. A useful breakfast bar provides further preparation space as well as providing an area to gather for a drink or a bit to eat. There is plenty of space for a large table and chairs, ideal for more informal and relaxed meals. Leading from the kitchen is useful utility room, with a sink and additional cupboard space. There is plumbing and space for a washing machine and tumble dryer with a window overlooking the side. Following through from the kitchen, a rear hallway featuring a tiled floor gives access to the office, guest WC and the games room and bar. Stairs lead off above the games room. The office has views over the rear courtyard and provides a lovely place to work or study. The large games room features its very own bar and creates the perfect place for family get togethers and parties. Leading from the aforementioned stairs, is a generous room which could be an ideal annex area with its own bathroom featuring bath, wash hand basin and wc.

Rising to the first floor, a bright landing offers access to four double bedrooms (two with en-suites) and one of the family bathrooms, The principal bedroom is bright and airy with fitted wardrobes and an ensuite with walk-in shower, wash hand basin and wc. A window to the side enjoys views over the garden. The bathroom features a bath with separate shower cubicle, wash hand basin and wc. Stairs rise from the landing to the second floor where a landing with built in storage provides access to a further three double bedrooms (one with en-suite) and a further bathroom. The bathroom features bath, wash hand basin and wc,

Come Outside:
To the front, the property is set behind electric gates with an expansive Cornish stone driveway. The driveway provides ample parking for several vehicles and is cloaked by two generous areas of lawn and mature borders providing both an attractive outlook and added privacy. The double garage has two sets of double doors providing plenty of space for two cars or storage, above the garage is a useful storage room. The main garden is beautifully landscaped with a large terrace, ideal for entertaining and alfresco dining. Steps lead down to a lawned area with mature borders filled with a plethora of shrubs, bushes and trees providing a tranquil space to relax and unwind while providing plenty of space for children's play equipment. To the rear corner of the garden is the useful garden room with decked veranda and bi-fold doors. This insulated and versatile space could be ideal for use as a gym or home office but offers a multitude of uses.

Council Tax Band: H
Tenure: Freehold