A charming barn conversion with 2 bed annex situated on the exclusive Bostock Hall Estate amongst 14 acres of parkland, gardens and ornamental lake.


Location
52 The Barns is situated on the sought-after Bostock Hall Estate at the very geographical heart of the county of Cheshire. The Estate appears as early as 1577 on historic plans which has developed over the years with the Grade II listed Georgian Manor House being built in 1771 by Samuel Wyatt to more recently being used as a school. In 1999, P J Livesey acquired the Estate and created the impressive commune it is today.

Despite its rural location there is an excellent range of local shops in Davenham including local store, Post Office and garage in addition to the Village Hall, Café and Pubs including The Hayhurst Arms which is within a short walk of the Estate. A wider range of amenities are available in the nearby town of Northwich.

Local recreational facilities include Delamere and Hartford Golf clubs and Davenham village has its own cricket club. In Northwich there are sports club, gyms, football club and racket sports in addition to horse racing at Chester and Bangor-on-Dee with various professional riding schools and livery available locally.

Commuting to the commercial centres of the north west and beyond is straightforward with easy access to the M6 and the property is within 2 miles of Winsford which as a connecting train at Crewe train station providing a 1hr35 direct service to London. There are international airports at Manchester & Liverpool respectively.

The Accommodation
52 The Barns is believed to date from the 18th century and is constructed of Cheshire Brick under a slate roof with the benefit of a Hive gas central heating system and double glazing throughout. The vendor purchased the property 12 years ago and has meticulously cared for the property and gardens during this time.

The front door opens into the entrance hall off which access is gained to the office and kitchen. The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units with oak effect worktops and is well equipped with a porcelain sink with drainer, integrated fridge freezer, washing machine, microwave, Bosch dishwasher and 6-ring Elan Rangemaster. The office benefits from ample storage space, desk area and access to the rear patio. Beyond the hallway is the bathroom fitted with a panelled bath, low flush WC and wash basin. The principle bedroom is fitted with built in triple wardrobes, dressing table, en-suite shower room and enjoys a pleasant rear aspect overlooking the garden. Adjacent is the lounge and adjoining dining room which benefits from an electric fire set in a stone surround and double-glazed French doors to the garden.

In addition to the main residence, there is the former workshop which has been converted to an annex comprising 2 double bedrooms, a utility room and shower room all separately heated through a Worcester boiler and Hive system. This additional living space provides the perfect opportunity for guest accommodation or could alternatively be used as a studio or home office.

Outside
Externally, a gravel driveway for one vehicle can be found to the front aspect. The rear garden is a lovely feature of the property being a good size and partly laid to lawn with block paved pathways, partly decked seating area, feature pond and well-established borders, all enclosed within a Cheshire brick wall. There is a side access leading to the rear guest parking and the garage.

Services
Mains water, electricity and drainage. Gas central heating. Telephone and broadband connections.

Tenure & Service Charge
The property is sold leasehold with share of freehold and vacant possession upon completion.
It was agreed at the time by all shareholders that the freehold will be kept under the management company (Bostock Hall Management Company Limited). The management company is
made up of all of the property owners and there is a board of Directors made up of residents.
Bostock Hall management charge of £165 per month.

Fixtures and Fittings
All fixtures and fittings, furniture, carpets, curtains, lighting, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.

Local Authority & Council Tax
Cheshire West & Chester Council. T:[use Contact Agent Button]. W: Council Tax: Band F - £ 2,959.81 payable 2022/23

Directions
Proceed away from Knutsford along Northwich Road, turning left at the traffic lights onto the A556. At the roundabout, take the second exit and stay on the A556. Take the A533 slip road to A5018/Middlewich/Winsford. At the roundabout, take the first exit onto the A533. At the next roundabout, take the first exit and Bostock Hall Estate can be seen on the left hand side.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through the selling agent, Fisher German.
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Photographs and particulars produced September 2022