Chalksole Manor, Alkham, CT15

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Chalksole Manor is a handsome 1920's double fronted brick and timber-beamed residence built in the Arts and crafts style. The house has been modernised and extended to provide over 8000 sq. ft of adaptable accommodation finished to a high specification whilst retaining original features and character including fine stone and woodwork, feature fireplaces, and leaded windows.

The well maintained lawns and gardens provide substantial space for entertaining and enjoyment, including an outdoor kitchen and dining area. There a spacious leisure complex attached to the house, with a large versatile recreation room with bar leading to an indoor heated swimming pool, jacuzzi, steam room and gym. A spiral staircase leads to a modern self contained office complex above.

The estate includes two additional cottages located away from the main house and currently have holiday let consent, which offers an additional income stream and further potential for an incoming purchaser. There is a productive vineyard that extends to 6.89 acres. In addition, there are two paddocks suitable for grazing of livestock and ancient bluebell woodlands that extends to 12.48 acres in total and provides the main residence with privacy.


CHALKSOLE MANOR

The main residence comprises a high specification detached dwelling extending to ln excess of 8,000ft² to include the indoor leisure complex. The house is accessed via the large galleried Reception Hall with 1920's stone fireplace. Access to the Wine Cellar is gained from the hall, as is the spacious and welcoming Drawing Room, Snug, formal Dining Room and large fully equipped Kitchen/Diner, separate Laundry, walk in Larder, Cloakroom and Boot Room. All rooms enjoy unobstructed views over The Alkham Valley with large windows allowing plenty of light.

The ground floor is connected to the Office and Leisure Complex which includes recreation room, indoor heated swimming pool, jacuzzi, steam room, shower changing room and gym area.
The First Floor comprises Four Double Bedrooms, with fitted wardrobes. Three are ensuite along with a separate Family Bathroom. The Master Bedroom Suite has a walk in dressing room, large bathroom with bath, steam shower and twin wash hand basins, along with balcony overlooking the Alkham Valley. Further stairs lead up to Second Floor, containing two separate Double Bedrooms, both with ensuite bathrooms and far reaching views.

In addition to the main residence there is a self contained annexe with Kitchen, Open Plan Living room, Bedroom and Shower room on the first floor. Detailed floor plans of the exact layout are below for further information.

Outside
The Manor is set in beautifully presented grounds approached by a sweeping gravelled driveway with parking for several vehicles and detached 4 bay Garage. The gardens have paved terraces, herbaceous borders, topiary and feature tress leading into the bluebell woods. There is a Greenhouse and Adaptable Outbuildings including workshop, log and implement store and detached Summer House with entertaining terrace and far reaching views.

THE COTTAGES

The Cottages are situated to the east of the main residence and comprise two separate holiday let units. The Old Stables is single storey and comprises open plan Living Area with Fully Fitted Kitchen and large Bedroom with ensuite Bathroom and Walk in Wardrobe. Grooms Cottage provides Open Plan Living Accommodation with Fully Fitted Kitchen on the ground floor and timber staircase leading to Two Bedrooms and Two Bathrooms. These cottages provide an additional income stream for the Vendor and have been developed to a high specification.

THE VINEYARD, LAND & WOODLAND
East of the cottages is the vineyard. The vineyard was planted in 2007 with the typical sparkling wine/champagne varieties of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.The grapes are currently produced and sold on the open market to wine producers. There is an opportunity for an incoming purchaser to expand the business into winemaking should they so desire. In addition to the vineyard there is additional paddocked agricultural land situated to the south of the Manor (2.96 acre paddock) and to the south of the vineyard (3.11 acre paddock).

The ancient bluebell woodland known as Stonehill Wood is easily accessible from the Manor and provides security and privacy for the main residence. In addition, there is a small area of wood to the south and east of the cottages providing a break between the vineyard and holiday cottages. The overall acreage of the vineyard, land and woodland is 25.44 acres. Additional paddock land and an agricultural building not included in the sale may be available by separate negotiation.