Bridgerule, Holsworthy, Devon EX22

£1,450,000

Enviably located on the edge of this thriving village, and within easy distance of the North Cornish coast, an imposing detached Victorian mansion house of elegant and capacious proportions. Set within attractive gardens and grounds of some 6.11 acres, with long meandering private woodland drive, paddocks, stables, carp pond, orangery, and two additional cottages.




DESCRIPTION : This secluded country home is set in appealing formal gardens, with pastureland paddocks adjoining, and extending to approximately 6.11 acres in total. The imposing residence offers 6 elegant reception rooms, bespoke fitted gothic inspired kitchen, utility room, billiard room with bar, sun room, wine store, boot room, and shower room. Located to the first floor there is a spacious galleried landing, 6 generous bedrooms (four en-suite), and family bathroom. Located just beyond the walled garden, are 2 additional stone and slate cottages.


SITUATION : This notably fine country house is conveniently located betwixt Bude, Holsworthy and Launceston. The well known Victorian seaside resort of Bude (approximately 5 miles distant) offers a wide range of domestic, commercial and leisure facilities including 18 hole golf course, tennis, squash, bowls, horse riding, surfing, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, leisure and sports complex with adjacent bowling arena, as well as the popular sandy beaches with dramatic coastal scenery. Primary, independent, and secondary schools, together with hospital and medical centre can be found in the Bude area, and similar amenities are afforded in both the thriving market town of Holsworthy (5 miles) and the striking medieval former Cornish capital town of Launceston (12miles). The A30 dual carriageway can be joined in Launceston, and the A39 ‘Atlantic Highway’ at Bude




All measurements are approximate. There are numerous power points throughout the property although not individually listed. None of the fittings or appliances have been tested by ourselves.

Wide steps lead up to an imposing period portico entrance with an impressive glazed and panelled front entrance door into :



ENTRANCE VESTIBULE : With original mosaic tiled floor and glazed panelled door to:

RECEPTION HALL (W) : 35' x 23' (10.67m x 7.01m) (overall) Impressive reception hall, with original mosaic tiled floor (at present covered by a new carpet). Elegant and ornate sweeping staircase ascending to the first floor gallery landing.




DRAWING ROOM (S) : 19' x 16' 3' plus bay (5.79m x 4.95m) Generous principal reception room with central ceiling rose, ornate plaster coving, picture rail and deep skirting boards. Large picture bay window overlooking main lawns. Ornate white marble fireplace with large overmantel gilt framed pier glass mirror over, extending to full height.




FORMAL DINING ROOM (S & E) : 16' x 13' 6' (4.88m x 4.11m) With appealing dual garden aspect, this impressive formal dining room with ceiling rose, ornate cornicing, picture rail and deep skirting boards. Large sash windows with original and operational internal shutters. Elegant fireplace with marble surround and inset wood burning stove.





BREAKFAST ROOM (W) : 13' 9' x 12' 3' (4.19m x 3.73m) Comfortable family reception room enjoying a fine far reaching, and attractive westerly aspect over gardens. Fireplace with wood burner.


BILLIARD ROOM (W) : 28' x 16' 9' (8.53m x 5.11m) Slate flagstone floor. Twin windows to side. Full size billiards table occupies a central position in this room which also features, a wood burning stove, fitted corner drinks bar area, together with useful door serving the adjacent Cloakroom.

CLOAKROOM (N) : WC and wash hand basin.



INFORMAL DINING ROOM : (W) : 15' 3' max x 14' (4.65m x 4.27m) A quiet room in the older part of the house which forms a semi-circle with attractive flagstone slate flooring, wood burner and large bespoke semi-circular dining table with demi lune bench seating.

STUDY (E) : 9' 3' x 9' 3' (2.82m x 2.82m) A peaceful room with French windows (with original shutters) to the gardens and an open fire with cast iron surround. Fitted bookcase.

FAMILY ROOM (E) : 15' 3' x 13' 9' (4.65m x 4.19m) Useful and generous room adjacent to the kitchen in the older wing, and with a window to the drive with working shutters, picture rail, fireplace with slate hearth, timber surround and large wood burner. Servery hatch to kitchen.

KITCHEN (E) : 18' 2' x 13' 8' (5.54m x 4.17m) A bespoke hand crafted, gothic style solid oak kitchen of superb quality. Comprising extensive range of wall and floor cupboards with large open areas of polished granite work surfaces over incorporating a twin bowl ‘Belfast’ sink with mixer tap and granite drainer. Two glazed leaded light cabinets with drawers beneath. Set of soft closing drawers for cutlery, pots, pans etc. Corner cupboard with marble top over. New oil-fired ‘Rayburn’ with an additional Aga style oven to the side all with an impressive oak surround with cupboards, drawers and oak mantel shelf with further cupboards above. Integrated fridge and freezer with basket drawers beneath and further storage above. Stainless steel ‘Bosch’ combination microwave oven with shelving above, dishwasher, pullout refuse and recycling bins, two corner carousel units, slate floor, central ceiling light with rose and three recessed spot lights over two sash windows, retaining their original internal shutters.




REAR HALL : From the rear hall a Secondary Staircase with understairs cupboard rises to the first floor. The Rear Hall gives access to all the staff offices including large larder room, boot and boiler rooms and two wood store rooms. There is an additional door to the front drive.

SUN ROOM (W) (Also accessed from a door from the additional dining room). A pleasant garden room with attractive views of the terrace and gardens. A door gives access to the terrace.

CLOAKROOM (N) With high level WC

SHOWER ROOM (W) With pedestal wash hand basin and Mira shower.

UTILITY ROOM (W) With space and plumbing for two washing machines. Belfast sink.

FIRST FLOOR : Staircase ascends to :





ELEGANT GALLERIED FIRST FLOOR LANDING : with a magnificent stained glass window. Doors serving principal bedroom suites and a door to the Rear Landing from which further bedroom suites and bathrooms are accessed.

Estate Agents
MASTER BEDROOM 1 : 19' 9' x 16' 6' (6.02m x 5.03m)A large double bedroom with views of gardens, the paddocks and countryside beyond. Radiator and fitted carpet. En-Suite Shower Room with double shower, wash hand basin and WC.

BEDROOM 2 : 19' x 16' 3' (5.79m x 4.95m) Large double bedroom, south facing and with excellent views of the gardens and countryside beyond. En-Suite Bathroom with panel enclosed bath, separate shower, wash hand basin, WC and bidet. Airing cupboard. Additional door to landing. Window to side. Radiator.

BEDROOM 3 : 18' x 14' 6' (5.49m x 4.42m) Large ‘L’ shaped double bedroom with window looking out over the drive and gardens. En-Suite Shower Room with shower, wash hand basin and WC. Window bench seat overlooking gardens.

BEDROOM 4 : 18' 2' x 14' 6' (5.54m x 4.42m) Very large double bedroom with views of the gardens. (remove ensuite). Radiator. Views of the grounds.

BEDROOM 5 : 16' 8' x 16' (5.08m x 4.88m) Very large double bedroom with views of the grounds. Radiator. Windows to garden and drive, with window seat to one. Built in cupboard. En-Suite : with shower, wash hand basin and WC. Window to garden and drive. Radiator.

FAMILY BATHROOM : Panel enclosed bath, wash hand basin and WC. Views of the gardens.

BEDROOM 6 : 15' 6' x 13' (4.72m x 3.96m) Large double bedroom with fireplace and surround.

AIRING CUPBOARD : Large linen cupboard with shelves and hot water tank.

SECONDARY LANDING AREA : With understairs cupboard and stairs to loft.

GARDENS AND GROUNDS

Entrance to the property is via a gated main access into a meandering gravelled drive sweeps through mature woodland, past the southern elevation of the house and around to the main entrance. The grounds, which extend to approximately 6.11 acres, comprises of paddocks and superb landscaped gardens. The gardens surround the house and extend to the southern and easterly boundaries. To the west there is a sheltered area of level lawn with a paved patio and lovely terrace which provides access to the :

ORANGERY : approximately 31' 6' x 22' 6' (9.6m x 6.86m). This glasshouse has recently been restored.




There is a double gateway to the side of the (house, leading to the) second drive, which provides access to the self contained ‘Coach House’ maisonette and ‘Coachmans Cottage’ .

There is a plastic oil-tank to the side of the coach house, and to the west of the house there is a cattle grid with a pair of timber gates leading to the second drive.

OUTBUILDINGS : There is a large workshop / storage barn adjoining the rear of one of the cottages. At the end of the main drive are some older outbuildings currently being used for storage and garaging, but offering potential for stables.

THE LAND : The land predominantly extends to the south of the house and can be approached from the small paddock to the south west of the house, or alternatively from the secondary drive, where there is a reserved right of way for access purposes. The land includes a large carp pond, measuring some 60' x 40' (18.29m x 12.19m).

The land is well-maintained, laid to permanent pasture and bordered by a number of established trees. To the north of the property, and approached over a second drive there is the Coach House and adjoining bungalow, (The Coachmans Cottage). There is a single garage.

COACHMANS COTTAGE

ENTRANCE : Glazed wooden door to:

LIVING ROOM WITH KITCHEN OFF : 18' 3' x 17' 5' (5.56m x 5.31m)
With exposed wall to one end with wood burner on a slate hearth. Range of matching modern fitted units at eye and base level with roll edge work surfaces over incorporating single drainer stainless steel sink unit with further cupboards beneath. Integrated electric oven with a four ring ceramic hob and extractor hood over. Recesses for fridge and freezer, Velux window and further window to the front.

BEDROOM 1 : 12' 3' x 11' 6' (3.73m x 3.51m) Dual aspect windows and night storage heater. Archway to:

DRESSING AREA : With corner cupboard housing hot water cylinder, cupboard to the side and plumbing for washing machine.

BATHROOM : White suite comprising bath with a shower and screen, pedestal wash hand basin, close coupled WC. Tiled floor, wood panelled ceiling with recessed down lighters and window to the side.

STUDY / OCC BEDROOM 3 : 10' 8' x 7' (3.25m x 2.13m) With window to the front and night storage heater.

BEDROOM 2 : 17' x 13' 6' (5.18m x 4.11m) Two windows to the front and night storage heater.

CLOAKROOM : 7' x 5' 9' (2.13m x 1.75m) With WC and wash hand basin.



COACH HOUSE

ENTRANCE PORCH : 9' x 6' 8' (2.74m x 2.03m) With door to :

ORIGINAL CARRIAGE ROOM : 17’0 x 16’0 with slate flagstone floor, dramatic high ceiling, large timber doors to front.

LIVING ROOM WITH KITCHEN OFF : 17' 2' x 16' 4' (5.23m x 4.98m) With ‘Parkray’ burner, dual aspect windows, range of eye and base level cupboards with roll edge work surfaces over incorporating stainless steel sink. Door to:

BEDROOM : 10' 7' x 6' 9' (3.23m x 2.06m) With window to the front, exposed stone wall and night storage heater.

BATHROOM : With bath, pedestal wash hand basin and WC. Cupboard housing hot water cylinder and window to the rear.



TENURE : The property is offered for sale freehold with vacant possession, and by private treaty.

SERVICES : The property benefits from a main water supply, private drainage, mains electricity and oil fired central heating.LOCAL AUTHORITY : Torridge District Council, Riverbank House, Bideford, EX39 2QG. Tel 01271 428700




VIEWINGS : Strictly by prior booked appointment via the selling agents :

James F Kendling (Property Consultants & Auctioneers)

Email : info@jamesfkendling.co.uk