5 bedroom house for sale

Delightful Grade II listed country home
*Sitting room *Drawing room *Living room through to dining room *Kitchen/Breakfast room *Study *5 bedrooms *4 bathrooms *Garden room *Workshop *Stores *Garaging *Swimming pool *Grounds of about 3.5 acres. N.B: A further 23 acres of land immediately opposite Mountford Farmhouse, which records show once belonged to the property, is also currently on the market.

Floor Layout Plan

THIS PLAN IS FOR IDENTIFICATION PURPOSES ONLY
It is not to scale and is intended to show the approximate relationship of one room to another, with an indication of the main fixtures and fittings

Floorplan - Outbuildings

THIS PLAN IS FOR IDENTIFICATION PURPOSES ONLY
It is not to scale and is intended to show the approximate relationship of one room to another, with an indication of the main fixtures and fittings

Situation

Lapworth is a most delightful unspoilt village in which to reside, enjoying a rural environment, yet being only a few minutes drive from the larger villages of Knowle and Dorridge, whilst Solihull town centre is some five miles distant. Lapworth village contains local shops, excellent local inns, rail commuter service from Lapworth Station, village hall, St Mary the Virgin Parish Church, plus a junior and infant school in Station Lane. Surrounding Lapworth is lovely greenbelt countryside with many rural, canalside walks and bridle paths. There are two National Trust properties close to Lapworth, the historic houses of Baddesley Clinton and Packwood House. Stratford-upon Avon is some 14 miles away and Warwick approximately 9 miles. Furthermore, the N.E.C., Birmingham Airport and Railway Station the M.42 and M.40 motorway links are all within very easy reach

The Property

Approached over a gravel driveway and having two gated entrances, one either side of the property, Mountford Farm House enjoys a most tranquil setting within the highly desirable village of Lapworth.
Dating back to the 15th century, this quintessentially English country house is Grade II listed and boasts a wealth of fine features including high chimneys, exposed beams, rich oak flooring, superb open fires and exceptionally pretty cottage-style gardens.
There is an immediate feeling of welcome on entering this handsome country house. An attractive reception hall with original timbers leads off on one side to a cosy sitting room / family room with an open fire.

Across the hallway, a more formal drawing room is filled with natural light, having windows to three sides, and boasts pretty features such as striking decorative plaster mouldings to the ceiling and a lovely inglenook fireplace.
In addition to these very comfortable and versatile rooms there is also an excellent living room with open fire, timber flooring and exposed wall and ceiling beams. This area is perfect for parties on a grand scale being open to the dining room, but could just as easily be somewhere to curl up with coffee and a book.
The breakfast kitchen is fitting to the original style of the house with a flagstone floor, oak units, granite worktops, an oil-fired AGA and pantry.

On the first floor, five good size bedrooms all enjoy pretty open views, some across the village duck pond. Three of the bedrooms have private or en suite bathrooms and one has an independent staircase leading to an external access and thereby giving it independence from the rest of the house if required.
The master bedroom is gorgeous with timber flooring, a Georgian fireplace and original wig cupboards.
The gardens of this charming home are also a delight and include a pretty knot garden, ornamental pond, converted stable block which makes a superb recreation area, a heated swimming pool, patio area and paddock.

The accommodation is arranged as follows:

On The Ground Floor

Reception Hall

with rich timber flooring and exposed ceiling beams

Sitting Room

4.57m(15'0'') x 4.48m(14'8'')

a very cosy room with open fire and views over the front garden

Drawing Room

4.69m(15'5'') x 7.06m(23'2'')

having a timber floor, decorative plasterwork, exposed ceiling beam and pretty inglenook fireplace with oak mantel

Living Room

5.49m(18'0'') x 7.77m(25'6'')

an impressive room with large open fireplace, timber flooring, exposed ceiling and wall beams, staircase leading to the first floor, views across the gardens and being open to the generous Dining Room, making this whole area ideal for entertaining

Kitchen

6.97m(22'10'') x 4.87m(16'0'')

an excellent farmhouse kitchen with fitted units in oak, a central island housing an electric oven, granite work surfaces, separate hob, flagstone flooring, exposed ceiling beams, AGA, very useful pantry and room for breakfast / dining table

Utility

2.12m(6'11'') x 5.25m(17'3'')

with fitted storage cupboards and external door to garden

Study

being accessible either from the kitchen or rear hallway and having a washroom. This home office looks out over the rear garden and is a very pleasant room.

On The First Floor

Master Bedroom

4.60m(15'1'') x 5.22m(17'2'')

with Georgian fireplace, timber flooring, wig cupboards, en suite washroom and views over the front of the property and duck pond

Bedroom Two

2.50m(8'2'') x 4.90m(16'1'')

accessed from the inner hallway, which also has a pretty fireplace and loft hatch, this attractive room has views across the rear garden

Bedroom Three

4.76m(15'7'') x 4.65m(15'3'')

with an excellent range of oak fronted storage cupboards and overlooking the front of the property

Bedroom Four

3.04m(10'0'') x 5.25m(17'3'')

A charming room with built-in storage and en suite bathroom

Bedroom Five

4.70m(15'5'') x 5.85m(19'2'')

a very generous bedroom with private staircase allowing independent access from the rest of the house and having en suite bathroom with free standing bath and separate shower cubicle.

Large Family Bathroom

with Victorian style suite comprising free standing bath and separate bath and shower cubicle.

Outside

Garden Room

6.93m(22'9'') x 3.25m(10'8'')

this converted stable block has been expertly designed to provide an excellent garden / party room with exposed roof trusses, tiled flooring, a kitchen area and patio doors leading out to the swimming pool area.

Workshop

5.50m(18'1'') x 3.26m(10'8'')

Store Room

2.14m(7'0'') x 3.30m(10'10'')

Garage

6.75m(22'2'') x 3.30m(10'10'')

an integral garage with two sets of double doors is complemented by a further single garage which forms part of the original barn and stabling

Rear View

Gardens & Grounds

Mountford Farm House enjoys an idyllic rural setting being situated next to the village duck pond having open countryside around. The fore garden is very pretty with lawned areas flanked by mature shrubs and ornamental trees.
To the rear of the house a pretty knot garden has gravel pathways, peaceful seating areas, an array of specimen plants and an ornamental pond.
Immediately to the rear of the Garden Room is a patio area with heated outdoor swimming pool and access to the side paddock.

Swimming Pool

General Information

Subjective comments in these details imply the opinion of the selling Agent at the time these details were prepared. Naturally, the opinions of purchasers may differ.
Money Laundering: We have in place procedures and controls which are designed to forestall and prevent Money Laundering. If we suspect that a supplier, customer/client, or employee is committing a Money Laundering offence as defined by the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002, we will in accordance with our legal responsibilities disclose the suspicion to the Serious Organised Crime Agency.
Agents Note: We have not tested any of the electrical, central heating or sanitaryware appliances. Purchasers should make their own investigations as to the workings of the relevant items. All room measurements and mileages quoted in these sales particulars are approximate.
Fixtures and Fittings: All those items mentioned in these particulars by way of fixtures and fittings are included in the sale price. Others, if any, are excluded.
Tenure: The property is Freehold with vacant possession upon completion of the purchase.

Services: Mains electricity and water are connected to the property. Drainage is by way of a private system. Central heating is by way of an oil fired system.
Local Authority: Warwick District Council.
Postal Address: The correct postal address of the property is understood to be Mountford Farmhouse, Church Lane, Lapworth, Solihull B94 5NU.
Land: It is suggested that prior to exchange of contracts, prospective purchasers walk the land and boundaries in order to satisfy themselves as to the exact area of land they are purchasing and also to check all fixtures and fittings either included or excluded in the sale.
Directions: From the agent's office in Hockley Heath, proceed southwards along the Stratford Road and then turn immediately left along the B4439 signposted to Warwick and Lapworth. Proceed along the Old Warwick Road for just under 1 mile and Church Lane will be found on your right hand side signposted for Lapworth Church. Continue along Church Lane and the property will be found on the right hand side before the duck pond.

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