Wyfold Court, Kingwood, Oxfordshire

Exceptional 3 bedroom apartment of approx. 3860 sq.ft laid over three floors in a Gothic mansion with 178 acres of private parkland.

Wyfold Court is a Grade II* listed mansion, built between 1874 and 1876 for Edward Hermon, a renowned Mancunian cotton magnate and a Member of Parliament for Preston. Designed by George Somers Clarke, a pupil of Sir Charles Barry who had helped to prepare the drawings for the Houses of Parliament, the house was reputed to be one of the grandest houses in England reflecting the French Flamboyant Gothic style. The mansion was converted into eleven apartments in the late 1990s by the PJ Livsey group under the guidance of English Heritage, thus retaining many of the original features.

The Property

3 Wyfold Court is an exceptional 3 bedroom apartment of approx. 3860 sq.ft laid over three floors. In the prime central section of the building directly overlooking the fountain, this unique home has been beautifully renovated and interior designed throughout with no expense spared, using the highest quality materials. The property comes fully furnished.

The mansion sits on 8 acres of formal gardens and an additional 170 acres of shared parkland, with outstanding uninterrupted views over the Oxfordshire countryside. The Mansion House is not visible from the main road so offers a great deal of privacy. It is accessed via a private road surrounded by beautiful trees and parkland. Secure entry is via electric bollards and door video keypad entry. Two communal tennis courts are situated within the grounds for the residents to use. There is allotted underground private parking for two cars as well as clean and secure outside storage units.

Communal entrance hall
Private entrance hall
Drawing room
Open plan dining room & kitchen
Three en suite bedrooms
Study area
Secure underground parking for two cars
Use of communal tennis court
Music system throughout
8 acres of formal gardens
170 acres of shared parklands

The Accommodation:

The communal hall has a grand teak staircase, parquetry floor and panelling.

Ground Floor:

Entrance Hall: Access to the main entrance is on the ground floor. The large oak front door opens into a bright, sunny entrance hall. Marble stairs lead up to the cloakroom and then continue through to the master bedroom.

Bedroom 1 (Master Bedroom): This bedroom has two beautiful antique chandeliers. The views again are magnificent, overlooking the fountain and distant grounds. From the sleeping area, there are steps down to a study area and also down to the dressing room and en-suite bathroom with separate shower.

Drawing Room: To the immediate left of the entrance hall is a 32ft (approx.) drawing room with a spectacular 20ft ceiling, from which hang two beautiful chandeliers highlighting the original gold leaf, ornate ceiling. This drawing room offers superb views from all windows. A door leads from the drawing room directly to the outside terrace, a private small garden and parkland, where, if one wishes, there are lovely walks. This room is ideal for entertaining and the floor has all the original parquetry which also runs throughout the entrance hall into the Kitchen and Dining Room.

Kitchen/Dining Room: This room also has a 20ft ceiling height, and being approx. 43ft, is ideal for entertaining and relaxing. The central island and Kitchen is on a beautiful stone floor, surrounded by the original parquetry which leads into a sitting/ TV area. The dining area is set in a large windowed alcove overlooking the grounds and fountain.

From the hallway, the staircase leads up to a study area and then to:

First Floor: There is also a private entrance door to the first floor landing of the apartment. This door leads from the first floor level of the grand communal hallway of the Mansion House, thus giving an added element of privacy to the home.

Bedroom 2: The first floor comprises of the second bedroom which has a tall ceiling and beautiful views across the fountain and the parkland to the horizon beyond.

The en-suite bathroom also has the same high ceiling and shares the same views. This bathroom has a walk-in shower, free standing bath, double vanity units and lots of fitted and bespoke units.

Second Floor:

Bedroom 3: This pretty third bedroom also has an en-suite shower room.

Directions:

From Henley on Thames, cross the river-bridge and drive through the main street passing the Town Hall on the right. Follow signs to Greys Green. Turn left onto the B481 at the junction at Bolts Cross and drive across the Common. Turn right at the cross road on Stoke Row Road. Pass the Unicorn public house on the right. In approximately 250 meters turn left onto Lime Avenue. Drive past Hazel Grove and Baron Way and follow the driveway to the house.

Access:

Central London is 41 miles, Reading (and station) is seven miles, Henley on Thames is 6 miles. Reading to Paddington is 25 minutes journey time by fast train. The new Cross Rail, linking Bond Street Mayfair and Heathrow will also connect to Reading. It is expected that Cross rail services will commence on the central section by late 2018 followed by a phased introduction of services along the rest of the Crossrail route over several months. Heathrow is approximately 30 miles.

Local facilities

Henley Golf Club, Henley Regatta every year in Henley, Ascot Racing, Polo at Smiths Lawn, the Royal County of Berkshire Polo Club and the Henley Festival.

There is an excellent choice of schools for all ages, both state and independent, these include:

Rupert House Preparatory School in Henley; Moulsford Preparatory School; Shiplake College; Queen Anne's School in Caversham; The Abbey School in Reading and the Oratory in Woodcote.

Tenure

The Park has a 999 year lease from 1st of January 1999, and the apartment and 8 acres of landscaped grounds are share of freehold.

Ground Rent: £150.

Service Charge:

• Service Charge & Ground Rent: TBC

Services: Mains water, electricity, gas fired central heating, independent drainage

EPC Rating D
Council tax band H

Viewing:

One needs to visit this property in order to appreciate the natural beauty of it's environment and surroundings.

This home has an immediate welcoming feel of warmth, elegance, grandeur, and beauty as soon as you open the door. Since this property offers a share of the Freehold, it is not only a fabulous home to own, but an ideal long-term investment. It also has excellent potential rental income.