Leycroft | Long Marston | Stratford Upon Avon

leycroft

Long Marston | Stratford Upon Avon | CV37 8RG

A substantial five bedroomed detached family home in the centre of the sought after village of Long Marston. This well presented property has a fabulous orangery, lounge, dining room, snug, kitchen and office. The master bedroom is impressive with a balcony and large en-suite. There are four further double bedrooms and modern family bathroom. With ample parking, private garden and double garage.

From the front of the property you enter the hallway with parquet flooring, an understairs cupboard and a downstairs cloakroom with w.c. and sink. The lounge is well proportioned with views of the front garden. A feature fireplace with exposed brick surround, wooden beam and gas burner provides a charming focal point. The lounge has parquet flooring and ample light. French doors from the lounge lead into the dining room with doors from the dining room into the garden. The snug has views of both the front and back garden and leads into the magnificent orangery.

The Orangery spans from the front to the back of the property with French doors at either end allowing access into the garden. With a vaulted ceiling and the space to seat more than 25 people. It provides wonderful entertaining opportunities. There is under floor heating in this area.

“We love the orangery for its huge capacity to allow dinner parties comfortably up to 25. It also makes a great dance floor! At Christmas time, it is always a special room with the tree and decorations. We always have large family and friend gatherings. We will always have special memories of people and happy events here.�

The kitchen with slate floor, handmade wooden units, Rangemaster cooker, Belfast sink and outlook over both the front and back garden is a good space; and the adjoining utility area is extremely generous with further kitchen units, sink and door into the rear garden and access into the large double garage with electric doors.

There is an additional W.C. and sink off the utility area and a good size office.

The master bedroom is impressive, with a vaulted ceiling and doors out to a balcony area large enough for a patio table and chairs. The balcony is private and secluded with views out to the countryside. The modern and well-presented en-suite bathroom is bright and spacious with a roll top bath, separate shower, two sinks and W.C. There is a separate dressing area with the master bedroom.

“We love the balcony from the master bedroom. The sun shines first thing in the morning with the outlook into the field. It is a great way to start the day, sitting, relaxing with a drink and admiring the view.�

The property has four further double rooms and a generous sized family bathroom. The family bathroom is modern and bright with roll top bath and separate shower.

“Leycroft allows you to appreciate the seasonal changes, whether it is curling up in front of the inglenook open brick fireplace with a good book in the winter or enjoying the magnificent countryside views in the summer.�

The garden wraps around the property and the rear is a mixture of lawn, gravel areas, patio, flowerbeds, trees, shrubs and a garden pond. There is a garden shed for storage. The rear garden has plenty of access into the house and provides superb entertaining opportunities.

“We have had a marquee in the garden for one of our special birthdays. It was a great evening, drinks on the lawn, entertainment and dancing. We also often have BBQ’s in the summer as it’s a great space to include all the family.”

The front of the property is approached by a long gravel drive and the front garden is laid mainly to lawn with mature trees, shrubs and flower beds. There is ample parking on the drive plus the double garage.

LOCATION Long Marston is an attractive village set amidst delightful open countryside within easy reach of the North Cotswold Hills. The village has a variety of period and later properties along with a Church, pub, community shop/post office and an excellent primary school. There is a wide selection of state grammar and private schools in the area.The Greenway Cycle/Footpath to Stratford is also close-by.

Situated just over 5 miles from the historic market town of Stratford-upon-Avon and 6 miles from Chipping Campden. Accessibility is also excellent for Warwick/Leamington Spa, Banbury, Evesham, Worcester and Birmingham City Centre. Junction 15 of the M40 motorway and Moreton in Marsh railway station, with regular main line train services to London Paddington, are both close by. A wide range of shopping, cultural, sporting and recreational amenities are readily available in Stratford and Alcester.

Services The property is connected to Mains water, electricity and draining. There is a gas tank below ground in the front garden.

Local Authority Stratford upon Avon District Council.

Council tax band G Viewing Arrangements Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 01926 455950.

Website For more information visit www.leamingtonspa. fineandcountry.co.uk Opening Hours Monday to Friday Saturday Sunday

9.00 am - 5.30 pm 9.00 am - 4.30 pm 11.00 am - 3.00 pm

Directions The postal code for Leycroft is CV37 8RG Agents Notes There is an agricultural right of way across the front drive in favour of the neighbouring property The Orchard.

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.