A stunning Grade II listed Castle set within around 27 acres of grounds.

Description

Wartnaby Castle occupies a superb, elevated position and the principal house is believed to date from the early Victorian period. The castle is constructed of striking castellated elevations and was built in the style of a Highland castle, with a roofline accentuated by the castellations and a hexagonal turret. The castle stands in attractive formal gardens and is protected on all sides by mature woodland. The main drive leads through a lime avenue to the castle and also the gardeners cottage.

The property is mentioned in Nikolaus Pevsner’s The Buildings of England and was noted as a substantial house in the Little Belvoir Estate built in 1839 and enlarged in the mid 19th century.

Twin entrance doors opening through to entrance vestibule which in turn opens to:

Grand reception hall with a magnificent carved marble fireplace, half wood panel walls, galleried landing with imposing staircase and full height windows. Sitting room with imposing marble fireplace, open fire and high ceilings. Family room with carved marble fireplace. Well balanced dining room with bay windows offering views towards the Vale of Belvoir.

Breakfast kitchen comprising bespoke oak cabinets with deep granite tops and curved breakfast peninsular, a range of fitted appliances comprising Miele hob, oven, steam oven, warming drawer, microwave and dishwasher and American style fridge/freezer. A large breakfast / dining room is situated off the kitchen comprising a wood panelled chimney breast with inset Aga, oak cabinets, Belfast sink and granite top. A bay window offers views towards the Vale of Belvoir.

The ground floor accommodation further comprises: second family room, study / office, scullery, utility room, games room and wine cellar.

First floor - A magnificent galleried landing with wrought iron balustrades and full height window to the side. Doors leading off to:

A magnificent principal suite comprising a large bedroom with bespoke oak furniture including four poster bed, wardrobes, drawers, media cabinet and dressing table. A generous dressing room and en suite with double shower enclosure.

Eight further bedrooms and four modern bathrooms complete the first floor accommodation.

The Gardeners Cottage - situated to the west of the main house with its own walled walled garden. Accommodation comprises: Entrance hall, sitting room, dining room, kitchen and cloaks. Three bedrooms and bathroom.

Swimming Pool Complex - a detached building with a generous heated swimming pool, Jacuzzi, shower room, pump room, entertaining and bar area.

Outside - A magnificent tree lined driveway leads up to the Castle, flanked by paddocks either side. There are formal beautifully manicured gardens to the front with central pond, lawns, informal gardens, walled cottage gardens, woodland, extensive parking and a detached double garage block. The ground amount to approximately 27 acres.

Location

Wartnaby is a small, intimate village situated on the Wold Hills four miles to the north of Melton Mowbray and is surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside. The nearby historic market town of Melton Mowbray offers a wide range of shopping, leisure and educational facilities; there is also a thriving Cattle Market.

Wartnaby is well placed for access to nearby towns & cities and is only a few minutes’ drive from the A46 Fosseway. The M1 & A1 both approximately 20 miles and there are good links to London Kings Cross from Grantham, approximately 75 minutes and Leicester to St Pancras is similar.

Melton Mowbray 5 miles, Nottingham 16 miles, Leicester 16 miles (London St. Pancras 75 mins), Grantham 20 miles (London Kings Cross 75 mins) (Distances & Times Approximate)

Square Footage: 13,963 sq ft


Acreage: 27 Acres