The Woodlands Morton Bagot | Studley | Warwickshire
THE WOODLANDS As locations go The Woodlands takes some beating. Set within 5.7 acres of the most stunning Warwickshire countryside, the property offers substantial family accommodation in the most idyllic of settings. With six double bedrooms, two bathrooms, large open plan family kitchen, two delightful reception rooms and a magnificent orangery, this substantial home has been fully refurbished and is presented to a very high standard throughout.
Step inside The Woodlands
Found in the delightful hamlet of Morton Bagot, this property is set back from the country lane behind a private wooden five bar electric gate. The generous gravelled driveway has ample parking for a large number of vehicles and a delightful front garden area behind high hedges screening the property for complete privacy. Stone steps lead up to the first lawned paddock area, and the generous gardens wrap around three sides of the house nestling it beautifully within its grounds. The main front entrance to the property is through the superb solid white wooden door with tall glass panels to either side allowing light to flood in. The reception hall is both spacious and welcoming with oak effect Karndean flooring, lovely neutral colours, solid wooden doors and archways which lead off to the principle rooms. Extended and fully refitted, the open plan breakfast kitchen/family room is a stunning space for cooking, entertaining, dining and relaxation. Quality wooden units contrast with the charcoal grey slate flooring and composite black fleck worktops. Appliances and fittings include an integrated dishwasher, Rangemaster electric range with 5 burners and a pan warmer. A large larder unit offers pull out storage and housing for an American fridge freezer. There is also a double inset sink in front of three large picture windows enjoying the garden and open views beyond. The family area has ample space for seating and bi-folds open across to enjoy direct access to the patio and grounds beyond. There is an excellent laundry room leading from the kitchen which has a good range of units and wall cupboards, space for a washing machine, tumble dryer and a stainless steel laundry sink with a window above and further garden views. A door leads from the utility into the triple up and under garages giving access to a double garage space and storage area. There is a further room currently utilised as a gym and a useful office/hobby room with potential to make good annexe plus a separate wc.
With dual aspect windows overlooking the terrace and the front gardens, the delightful sitting room has a lovely feature log burner, inset cupboards to either side of the chimney breast, high ceilings and delightful dÊcor. With a multitude of uses this versatile room is equally at home as a cosy snug for the winter months or as a second television room or children’s play room. The stunning main living room is cool and contemporary. Beautiful stone and off-white colours blend with the Karndean flooring and modern fixtures. Two sets of bi-folds across the back complete the open plan design moving seamlessly from this room through to the fabulous orangery with its huge apex glass roof and modern fan. This substantial room has large opening windows to the sides and bifolds open the whole of the back onto the wide terrace and gardens enjoying the outstanding surroundings and unspoilt views. Also leading from the hallway is the useful boot room, a cloakroom cupboard and an archway to a second cloakroom and a downstairs wc with wide glass panels for additional light.
Seller Insight This lovely family home, which is enveloped by around 6 acres of rolling grounds, enjoys an idyllic location in the pretty hamlet of Morton Bagot. “It was the setting and the grounds that I’d say initially attracted us to The Woodlands,” says Nina. “We wanted to live in the countryside and be able to keep a menagerie of pets, and this property enabled us to do just that.” “The previous owner had lived in the house for many years, so the décor was tired and dated, but the house as a whole had a lovely warm atmosphere from the minute we set foot inside.” “We brought in a team of builders who stripped it right back, redecorated throughout and they also knocked through from the kitchen to the dining room to create a lovely big family space. Each room is generously proportioned, so it’s a house you can breath in, and we’ve used a pale, neutral palette throughout to enhance the feeling of light and space. We’ve also recently added an orangery, which is adjacent to the lounge, it’s a lovely bright room that’s great for socialising in.” “When we added the orangery we had bi-fold doors installed in the kitchen and a lovely patio laid,” continues Nina, “so there’s now a really nice connection between inside and out. Beyond the doors is the more formal garden, which is very pretty, and we have a gated entrance to the paddocks where we keep all the animals. Our land appears to meld with the fields beyond, so we have the most stunning views for as far as the eye can see. It’s such a beautiful setting.” “I love all the rooms,” says Nina, “but we’ve just recently had the snug redecorated, so at the moment it’s one of our favourites. It has a little fire and it’s the only living space that has carpet, so it has a very cosy feel. Our immediate surroundings are wonderfully rural, but we’ve never felt isolated,” says Nina. “We’re close to places like Warwick, Stratford, Redditch and Henley-in-Arden, so for us the location has been ideal.” “This has been such an idyllic place to bring up our children. We’re moving to be closer to our children’s new school, but it will be a real wrench to leave as it’s been such a happy home. I’ll miss the views, the spectacular sunsets and those big skies. We’ve all absolutely loved it here.” 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.
Located at the end of the landing is the most impressive master suite. On entering, there is a delightful seating area with a large picture window and opposite is a fabulous contemporary en-suite. The black glass vanity unit with its double inset white porcelain sinks and six drawer unit contrasts beautifully with grey tiled flooring. There is also a large modern shower enclosure, low level wc, storage area and very useful built in hairdryer. The views from the en-suite take in the garden and first paddock. Moving into the master bedroom itself, the high ceilings and neutral dĂŠcor, together with two large dual aspect windows and patio door, enhance the overall feeling of light and space. Across one side are 9-door built in wardrobes offering huge storage space. There is also access directly onto a private decked patio area which overlooks the side paddock and countryside beyond.
Bedroom Two - Excellently proportioned double, with dual aspect windows enjoying the open views. As with the rest of the property, the décor is immaculate, neutral and presented to a very high standard. Bedroom Three - Delightful double, light and airy with a lovely large window having picturesque views across the gardens. Bedrooms Four - Benefits from triple aspect windows, built-in wardrobes and high ceilings, it is again a well presented excellent double bedroom. Bedroom Five - Sits opposite an inset seating area in the hallway with charming décor and garden views. Bedroom Six - Currently used as an office with ample storage areas and CCTV set up. Family Bathroom - Beautifully re-fitted with a modern white suite incorporating a large white inset bath with natural stone mosaic surround, a freestanding shower cubicle, wc and pedestal sink. There is also a chrome heated towel rail and mirrored fitted cupboards with a window overlooking the gardens. As additional storage the landing also incorporates two separate good sized eves’ storage cupboards.
Step outside The Woodlands
The property sits within 5.7 acres of spectacular Warwickshire countryside including substantial gardens to three sides, summer house and workshop, stabling, hardstanding and a tack room. There is also secondary access to the property at the rear of the outbuildings to allow vehicular access to the rear land, paddocks and outbuildings. Several paddocks and pathways lead up to the main top field with magnificent hilltop views for miles around. The idyllic location offers complete privacy with high hedges and mature trees creating the most secret peaceful retreat. Benefitting from two sets of bi-fold doors to the orangery and kitchen, plus the patio door to the master bedroom and several other access points, The Woodlands makes the very best of its stunning location. A picket fence separates the fore gardens from the side patio and lawned areas, whilst a modern grey stone terrace with inset LED lighting and steps, leading down from the orangery, surround the side and rear of the house. Designed to make the most of the setting, a large outdoor dining and entertaining area has been created and currently houses a hot tub and garden furniture. The large expanse of lawn with a charming woodland path leads past an old summer house adorned with Honeysuckle and Roses. To the rear of the lower lawn is a fabulous dry stone retaining wall creating two higher lawned levels, providing depth and character to the layout. Above this, the land sweeps round to meet the top lawned area which leads back to the master bedroom with its own terraced area. Mature borders, Walnut, Horse Chestnut and Silver Birch trees fringe the edges of the plot and three mighty Oak trees offer shade to the rear garden. A hawthorn hedgerow and five bar gate create separation between the formal garden and land beyond. Livestock timber stables, chicken coups, tack room and storage sheds sit on hard-standing with excellent access for farm vehicles. A series of pathways lead to the sectioned paddocks which currently house a variety of domestic farm animals.
HENLEY-IN-ARDEN Henley-in-Arden is a small town in Warwickshire. The name is a reference to the former Forest of Arden. The town is known for its variety of historic buildings, some of which date back to medieval times and wide variety of preserved architectural styles. The one mile long (1.6 km) High Street of Henley is a conservation area. The real attraction of Henley is simply wandering along the High Street, nipping down little alleyways. With 150 listed buildings (not all open to the public), there’s plenty to see. And with so many historic pubs - The Nag’s Head, The Blue Bell, The Three Tuns, The White Swan, The Black Swan - there’s plenty of opportunities to soak up the atmosphere. Henley’s parish church is St John’s, which sits proudly on the main street which rises over the neighbouring buildings. The original church was built here in 1367, although what we see today, at least on the outside, dates from the 15th century and the Perpendicular style.
Location The property is situated in Morton Bagot, a small hamlet in the Stratford-onAvon district of Warwickshire. It is a well positioned rural community with amenities available within a short drive at the village of Henley-in-Arden (3.5 miles) and greater facilities at the towns of Stratford-upon-Avon (9.5 miles), Warwick (12 miles) and Solihull (15 miles). Motorways Perfectly located for the M42/M40 with speedy links to the M5, M6 and M1 – commuters can reach London within 1 ½ hours. Birmingham International Airport and the NEC are within a 20 minute drive where the main line railway into London Euston can be found. Railway Stations The property is located only 10 minutes drive from Henley-in-Arden train station which provides a direct link to Birmingham New Street and the City Centre. Airports Birmingham International Airport is located 19.2 miles away which, via the M42, is approximately 20 minutes drive. East Midlands Airport is 68.4 miles away which, via the M1, is approximately 1 hour drive.
MORTON BAGOT WARWICKSHIRE • 105 miles from London • Easy access to M42, M40, M5, M6, M6 Toll • Local train links: Henley-in-Arden, Danzey Green, Claverdon, Stratford-upon-Avon
Fine & Country West Midlands Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 04018410 l VAT Reg No: 754062833 Registered Office: Newman Property Services, 1 Regent Street, Rugby, Warwickshire, CV21 2PE
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Agents Notes Oil Fired Central Heating Mains Electric & Water Waste Water Treatment System Telephone/Broadband Local Authority Stratford-on-Avon Council Council Tax Band G Viewing Arrangements Strictly via the vendors sole agents Fine & Country on 0121 746 6400 Opening Hours Monday to Friday 8:30am – 6:30pm Saturday 9:00am – 4:00pm Sunday viewings/appointments available Approximate Gross Internal Area Main House (inc. garage): 392.4 sq m / 4223 sq ft Store: 2.4 sq m / 26 sq ft Total: 394.8 sq m / 4249 sq ft Illustration for identification purposes only. Measurements are approximate only.
Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial 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. Printed 28/07/2016
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