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Edstone House
Wootton Wawen l B95 6DH
Edstone House
Amongst the undulating woodlands of Warwickshire lies the picturesque settlement of Wootton Wawen. Dating back to the year 723AD the village is steeped in history and character and along with the surrounding villages has been designated as a conservation area. Edstone House sits well within the landscape, built with sandstone coloured bricks, an acre of gardens and just under 3000 sqft of accommodation. You can obtain access to Edstone House via two long driveways, to the north via the entrance to Edstone Hall, and to the south, via the entrance adjacent to Newhouse Farm Business Centre. A variety of specimen trees including Oaks and Willows line both driveways leading to Edstone House, and you will often find sheep grazing in the pastures surrounding these long private driveways.
The property itself has two entrances, the kitchen entrance is most used, leading into the kitchen or the snug, with parquet flooring currently used as a room to relax and watch TV. The current owners have lived in Edstone House for the past 30 years and were instantaneously sold on the location of the property. With panoramic vistas of rolling hills from the kitchen and the stunning Edstone Lake from the south facing living room, the property has views to die for.
Accommodation Summary The kitchen has stone flooring, with a Belfast sink and range cooker, is contemporary yet classic and has superb views over the gardens and out to the Warwickshire countryside.
The other end of the kitchen leads out to the main hallway, again with wooden parquet flooring, it leads off to the piano and living room which has multiple windows providing ample opportunities for the surrounding views to spill into the living area, warmed by the real open fire.
The hallway also leads to a large formal dining room, ground floor cloak room and the stairs which lead to the first floor accommodation consisting of a master bedroom with ensuite, 4 further large bedrooms, two of which are en-suite and a good sized family bathroom. All rooms have sweeping and extensive views across the Warwickshire countryside.
Edstone House is a flexible family home, despite its generous size it is easy to maintain. The current owners have extended the property to include a dinning room, and a fifth bedroom as well as two additional ensuite bathrooms, as well as enlarging the kitchen. The living room is the heart of the property, overlooking the grounds and with sunny aspects it is a light and airy room, which the whole family have enjoyed.
Grounds The mature gardens contain a variety of trees and ample space for children to run around and let off steam. There is a large double garage next to the property, ideal for storing large cars or to use as a workshop.
The property would be ideal for a family looking for the true countryside lifestyle. The grounds, measuring at almost an acre are perfect for children and pets. There is also an abundance of local stables and pastures for horses and ponies. With foot paths and bridleways a plenty. The current owners have enjoyed the various country pursuits on offer as well as cycling and the use of the local golf clubs. The property is ideally located within 10minutes of the country town of Warwick as well as the beautiful historic towns of Stratford Upon Avon and Henley in Arden. There are a wide range of facilities in the surrounding towns including pubs shops and restaurants.
The A3400 provides transport links to the neighbouring towns and cities, including Birmingham, Henley in Arden, Leamington Spa, Warwick and Stratford-upon-Avon and also connects to the M40 motorway northwards at Hockley Heath affording direct motorway access to London. Regular bus services on this road provide transport to Birmingham and Stratford-upon Avon. The Birmingham and Stratford-upon-Avon Canal crosses the parish, carried over the main Stratford to Birmingham road by a cast-iron aqueduct bearing the date 1813.
Agent Notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric equivalents 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.
Wootton Wawen
There are moorings and a canal boat marina in Wootton Wawen Basin.The canal was built by William James of Henley-in-Arden, who was a pioneer of the railway system. A cast-iron plaque on the aqueduct records details of the building of the canal. Wootton Wawen itself has a post office, two shops and a popular local pub - The Navigation Inn, which overlooks the canal. There is convenient access to Birmingham city centre via train from Henley and to London from Warwick of Stratford Parkway railway stations; as well as access to the M40, M42, M6 and the wider motorway network.
Stratford Upon Avon
Stratford Upon Avon is a popular tourist destination owing to its status as birthplace of the playwright and poet William Shakespeare with 5 million visitors a year from all over the world. The Royal Shakespeare Company resides in Stratford’s Royal Shakespeare Theatre, one of Britain’s most important cultural venues. The town itself has many buildings that have survived over the years and would have been familiar to Shakespeare. It also offers a thriving community offering a wide variety of leisure, accommodation and shopping experiences. The town is also known for its excellent schooling
Birmingham
Lying at the seat of England’s Industrial and commercial heartland, the “Second City� is the very model of a beaming cosmopolitan global city that sets the standard for others to mirror. Increasingly recognised as an important cultural hub with the Birmingham Royal Ballet based in the city, along with a magnificent and striking new library. Birmingham also boasts some of the best shopping in Europe with the superb Bullring Shopping Centre containing over 140 shops including a flagship Selfridges department store. The exclusive Mailbox development is host to a range of designer stores including Armani and Harvey Nichols.
Services Mains water, tank drainage system, mains electricity, oil fired heating, telephone and broadband are all understood to be connected to the property.
Viewing Arrangements Strictly via Fine & Country on 0121 746 6400
Local Authority Stratford Upon Avon District Council Council Band Tax G
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Directions If approaching from Henley in Arden, turn left through the entrance to Edstone Hall, bear left at the fork in the road and continue around the road, bearing left again at The Coach House, continue along this road past the bungalow and Edstone House is on your left. If approaching from Stratford Upon Avon turn right at the Golden Cross pub down Langley Rd, turn left just after the Newhouse Farm Business Centre down a long driveway, continue straight until you reach Edstone House on your right hand side.
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