Fine & Country Tel: +44(0)1254 828 922 whalley@fineandcountry.com 39 King Street, Whalley, Lancashire BB7 9SP
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FINE & COUNTRY ROOKWOOD
Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury residential property. With offices in the UK, Australia, Egypt, France, Hungary, Italy, Malta, Namibia, Portugal, Russia, South Africa, Spain, The Channel Islands, UAE, USA and West Africa we combine the widespread exposure of the international marketplace with the local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected independent property professionals. Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive properties require a more compelling, sophisticated and intelligent presentation - leading to a common, yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property.
This unique approach to luxury homes marketing delivers high quality, intelligent and creative concepts for property promotion combined with the latest technology and marketing techniques. We understand moving home is one of the most important decisions you make; your home is both a financial and emotional investment. With Fine & Country you benefit from the local knowledge, experience, expertise and contacts of a well trained, educated and courteous team of professionals, working to make the sale or purchase of your property as stress free as possible.
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Nestled on the fringe of Whalley village, just minutes away from local facilities is Rookwood, an imposing country residence that dates back to 1880. Extensively improved, refurbished and extended in 2001 by the current owner, this stunning property which is enveloped around three acres of private gardens occupies a truly enviable location that is highly regarded and most convenient. Rookwood is a fine example of an imposing late Victorian gentleman’s residence substantially extended and totally refurbished by the current owners and features luxurious internal accommodation with many distinctive internal features. This exceptional property offers a wealth of accommodation with generous rooms making this one the most outstanding homes in the locality.
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The accommodation comprises: Entrance Vestibule With double opening mahogany part-glazed entrance doors. Spacious Hallway With two central heating radiators with covers, four wall light points, feature Dentil cornice coving, TV entry phone system. Sitting Room With three SS windows, double central heating radiator, four wall light points, TV aerial point, telephone point, feature mahogany fireplace with cast iron inset, marble hearth and fitted living flame gas fire. Study With three SS windows, Minster fireplace with cast iron grate enclosing fitted living flame gas fire, central heating radiator with cover, two wall light points. Drawing Room (into chimney breast) plus Cant bay window With boarded floor, three side SS windows, front wide cant bay window, separate SS window, dado panelled walls, central heating radiator with cover, six wall light points, mahogany fireplace with marble inset and matching hearth enclosing cast iron living flame gas fire with basket grate, TV aerial point. Dining Room With boarded floor, Georgian SS window, four wall light points, central heating radiator with cover. Fitted Kitchen With Amtico floor, fitted kitchen by Mills & Scott incorporating base and matching wall cupboards with display cabinets, a range of appliances including Rangemaster range with two ovens, grill, five rings and griddle, dishwasher, microwave, two larder refrigerators, extractor canopy, four SS Georgian windows, double opening Georgian doors to side patio and barbeque area, part-tiled walls, reproduction Victorian fireplace, TV aerial point, TV entry phone system.
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Rear Hallway With central heating radiator and Amtico floor. Cloakroom With two piece suite comprising low suite wc, pedestal wash hand basin, central heating radiator, SS window, Amtico floor, half-tiled walls. Laundry Room With SS window, single drainer stainless steel sink unit, double central heating radiator, plumbed and drained for automatic washing machine and dryer, part-tiled walls, fitted base and matching wall cupboards, Amtico floor. Rear Vestibule With Georgian entrance door, double central heating radiator, access door to garage. Boiler Room With two Worcester gas fired central heating zoned boilers. Inner Hallway With walk-in cloakroom. Second Sitting Room With three SS windows, TV aerial point, three electric wall points. Inner Hallway With Amtico floor and ladder towel rail. Shelved Butlers Pantry With Amtico floor and part-tiled walls. Second Cloakroom (off Hallway) With two leaded light non-opening windows, central heating radiator, high level wc, vanity wash hand basin, Amtico floor. Staircase to Large Keeping Cellar with Separate Wine Cellar Feature Wide Easy Tread Staircase from Entrance Hallway to First Floor With mahogany turned balustrade
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Half-Landing With two feature leaded light colour glass windows, central heating radiator with cover. Principle Landing Area Master Bedroom Suite With five SS windows, central heating radiator with cover, built-in wardrobe units to two walls with storage cupboards over and matching drawer and dressing table unit, TV entry phone system. Landing With wall light point, fitted wardrobe to one wall with storage cupboards over.
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En-suite Bathroom With four piece suite by Villeroy & Boch comprising panelled bath with shower attachment and marble walls, matching marble splashback with LED lighting and three wall light points, Amtico floor, vanity wash hand basin with marble top and splashback, bidet, low suite wc, double shower cubicle with marble panelled walls, rainhead shower and separate hand held shower, heated towel rail, central heating radiator with cover.
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Front Bedroom With SS window, three wall light points, central heating radiator with cover. En-suite Bathroom With four piece suite comprising panelled bath with rainhead shower and glass shower screen, low suite wc, bidet, vanity wash hand basin, two feature leaded light colour glass windows, part-tiled walls, ladder towel rail, door to landing. Side Bedroom With SS window, central heating radiator with cover, TV aerial point, two wall light points. En-suite Shower Room With three piece suite comprising vanity wash hand basin, cc low suite wc, corner shower cubicle with rainhead shower and separate hand held shower, fully tiled walls, Amtico flooring, SS window, ladder towel rail, fitted mirror fronted wall cabinet with down lighting. Side Bedroom With two wall light points, central heating radiator with cover, vanity wash hand basin, SS window. Linen Room With SS window, hot water cylinder. Box Room With two SS windows, airing cupboard with hot water cylinder, separate linen cupboard, central heating radiator.
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Staircase to Second Floor with turned balustrade Landing With SS window, central heating radiator with cover. Bedroom With two SS windows, two velux windows, central heating radiator with cover.
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Sitting Room With two SS windows, double central heating radiator. Bathroom With four piece suite comprising shower cubicle, low suite wc, tub bath with ‘claw & ball’ feet, vanity wash hand basin, three SS windows, half-tiled walls, reproduction Victorian radiator, electric shaver point, two wall light points, extractor fan, Amtico flooring.
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OUTSIDE The property lies in formal gardens of just under three acres with stone pillared gated entrance with electrically operated wrought iron gates and a tarmacadam driveway leading to car parking for several vehicles, the whole illuminated by six Victorian lamps. The gardens are mainly laid to lawn and adjoin agricultural land to one side and there is a large raised timber decking patio ideal for entertaining with lighting adjoining the rear and the kitchen area. There is a feature set inlaid turning circle to the front of the property together with Indian stone flagged patio areas around the house. GENERAL INFORMATION Ribble Valley Council Tax Band H Freehold Tenure and free from chief rent Zoned gas fired central heating system Sealed unit double glazing throughout All mains services are installed Telephone point CCTV entry phone system Alarm system SITUATION AND LOCATION Rookwood is located on the periphery of the vibrant village of Whalley and within walking distance of all village amenities which include specialist local shops, Spar supermarket, health centre, bank, junior school, churches and recreational areas. There are also many cafes, coffee bars and restaurants together with a good road and rail network with easy access to the A59 giving through routes, north to Skipton and the Dales and south to Blackburn, Preston and the motorway network. There is also a train service north to Clitheroe and south to Blackburn, Preston and Manchester. Other features of the historic village include Whalley Abbey and some very pleasant walks along the river Calder. The area is also perfectly located for well-respected secondary schools and private schooling establishments including Stonyhurst College, Oakhill College and Moorland School. There are many and varied sporting and leisure facilities within the area including golf at Whalley, Clitheroe, Stonyhurst and Wilpshire, football at Blackburn and Burnley, local cricket, walking, shooting, riding, swimming and fishing. From our Whalley office proceed along King Street in the direction of Clitheroe, crossing two mini roundabouts and continue into Clitheroe Road. Rookwood lies on the left hand side as you leave the village.
Registered in England and Wales. Mortimers Estate Agents Limited, 68 King William Street, Blackburn, Lancashire BB1 7AG Company No. 04775450 copyright Š 2017 Fine & Country Ltd.
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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent. Printed 18.04.2017
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FINE & COUNTRY ROOKWOOD
Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury residential property. With offices in the UK, Australia, Egypt, France, Hungary, Italy, Malta, Namibia, Portugal, Russia, South Africa, Spain, The Channel Islands, UAE, USA and West Africa we combine the widespread exposure of the international marketplace with the local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected independent property professionals. Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive properties require a more compelling, sophisticated and intelligent presentation - leading to a common, yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property.
This unique approach to luxury homes marketing delivers high quality, intelligent and creative concepts for property promotion combined with the latest technology and marketing techniques. We understand moving home is one of the most important decisions you make; your home is both a financial and emotional investment. With Fine & Country you benefit from the local knowledge, experience, expertise and contacts of a well trained, educated and courteous team of professionals, working to make the sale or purchase of your property as stress free as possible.
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Fine & Country Tel: +44(0)1254 828 922 whalley@fineandcountry.com 39 King Street, Whalley, Lancashire BB7 9SP
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