House For Sale £1,400,000
A Grade II Listed period former country retreat, dating back to the 1700s and having been sympathetically restored and extended in recent years to create spacious and flexible proportions.<br/></br>
<b>Situation</b>
Sealwood Cottage Farm is situated in a private and tranquil position, set back from the road, surrounded by open countryside and enjoying rural views.
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The property is located on the southern outskirts of the popular commuter village of Linton which lies between Burton on Trent and Ashby de la Zouch and is surrounded by the National Forest. With a strong village community there is a vibrant village primary school, village hall, local church, shop & regular bus services, and with Repton school is within easy reach. Lying on the A444 there is also swift access to the M42 and A38 linking in the Midland's motorway network with Tamworth and Birmingham within 30 minutes' drive. The popular adventure visitor attraction, Conkers, is also accessed in under 4 miles from the property.
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<b>Description</b>
Believed to have originally been built as a Gentleman’s Folly, Sealwood Cottage Farm is now an impressive property brimming with historical features and occupying a commanding position within its extensive grounds. This outstanding home displays a wealth of delightful architectural features and has mellow brick elevations under tiled roofs and the original timber frame can be seen to the rear elevation which is believed to date back to 1774. The property offers generously proportioned and versatile living accommodation over two floors, together with a section that can be divided off from the main accommodation to create an independent annexe (STPP). In total the accommodation extends to about 2,820 sq ft.
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Also of note is the large steel portal framed barn, incorporating two insulated storage areas for bottled wine. There is also a brick built toilet and shower block for the use of the campsite.
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<b>Sealwood Cottage Vineyard</b>
Our clients have successfully established a wine producing vineyard on site, which trades several varieties of wines from an on-line shop, local retailers, country shows etc. They welcome vineyard tours and tastings at regular intervals have grown a loyal following of customers since 2008. There is considerable potential to further scale up the business and our clients would be open to separate negotiation around the sale of the Sealwood Cottage Vineyard brand and accompanying website etc (the guide price does not include any apportionment for the business). Machinery and plant may also be available by separate negotiation. Accounts are available on request following a register of interest being shown.
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<b>The Accommodation</b>
The solid front door opens into the reception hallway, with doors leading into the kitchen, dining area, sitting room, utility room and guest WC with wet room. The triple aspect sitting room boasts a working fireplace and French doors leading to the patio beyond. The well appointed kitchen has a range of soft closing base and wall units under granite work surfaces and incorporates an island with further storage beneath. There is an assortment of integrated appliances to include; dishwasher, fridge freezer, combi oven and Bosch induction hob with extractor fan above. An archway leads through into the dining area which has an original Victorian stove, a real feature of the room. The utility room has plumbing for a washing machine and a stainless steel one and a half bowl sink. The wet room is conveniently placed off the entrance hall and has a heated towel rail.
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Approaching the oldest part of the property, the hallway flows through to a snug/study area with beams and a log burner. Stairs rise to the first floor and there is a useful storage cupboard beneath which houses the manifolds for the underfloor heating. There is underfloor heating throughout the majority of the property.
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There are steps down into the original portion of the property, which offers a wealth of character features such as; timber beams, gothic style doors, inglenook fireplace, original shutters as well as access to the vaulted cellar which provides plentiful storage for wine. The ground floor has a small kitchenette, seating and dining areas. Having an independent entrance and could be split from the main house as a holiday let/annexe (STPP). The staircase is beautifully crafted with tapering treads, and winds around a display unit in the entrance lobby.
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This bedroom has an impressive vaulted pyramid ceiling and large window overlooking the grounds. A door leads through to the central landing and family bathroom with shower over bath. These two rooms on the first floor can be independent to the principal accommodation if required.
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There are four further bedrooms, one with en suite shower room and a family bathroom with jack and jill access to the principal bedroom.
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<b>Outbuildings and Grounds</b>
Without question the location and grounds accompanying this excellent property are the jewel in the crown.
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Approached via a quiet well maintained unadopted road, with drive leading to the gated entrance and opening to an expansive hard standing area, with raised flower bed turning circle.
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The immediate gardens are mainly laid to lawn, with mature border beds, specimen trees and taking the most stunning rural views over the private grounds which surround the property. Extending to circa 21.44 acres (8.68 hectares) in all, to include Sealwood Cottage Vineyard, which is a member of Wine gb (Wines of Great Britain), planted with circa 4,000 individual vines, to include Rondo, Solaris, Regent, Ortega, and Madeleine Angevine varieties. Please see further information on the vineyard operation below. The remainder of the land is currently let on a Farm Business Tenancy extending to circa 18 acres (7.28 hectares). Further details around the agreement are available upon request.
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There is a well established campsite with eight pitches with hook up points, together with toilet/shower block. The site is a member of the Camping and Caravanning Club.
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<b>Garaging</b>
The detached triple garage has electric timber doors and an internal staircase leading to the first floor. This space could be converted to additional accommodation ancillary to the house but also has the potential to be a home office, gym etc. There is a personnel door to the rear, roof-lights and solar panels to supplement the electricity and hot water. The plant for the ground source heating is within a secure cupboard space.
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<b>Workshop/Barn</b>
A modern steel portal framed workshop/barn, currently supplementing the winery/vineyard operation. With power supply, cold stores and concrete floor. Extending to circa 2,129 sq ft in all.
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<b>Overage</b>
Our clients reserve the right to include an Overage Clause within the sale, subject to negotiation.
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<b>Tenure</b>
The Property is sold freehold with vacant possession on completion. However, the Farm Business Tenancy will require 12 months notice to quit.
<b>Situation</b>
Sealwood Cottage Farm is situated in a private and tranquil position, set back from the road, surrounded by open countryside and enjoying rural views.
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The property is located on the southern outskirts of the popular commuter village of Linton which lies between Burton on Trent and Ashby de la Zouch and is surrounded by the National Forest. With a strong village community there is a vibrant village primary school, village hall, local church, shop & regular bus services, and with Repton school is within easy reach. Lying on the A444 there is also swift access to the M42 and A38 linking in the Midland's motorway network with Tamworth and Birmingham within 30 minutes' drive. The popular adventure visitor attraction, Conkers, is also accessed in under 4 miles from the property.
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<b>Description</b>
Believed to have originally been built as a Gentleman’s Folly, Sealwood Cottage Farm is now an impressive property brimming with historical features and occupying a commanding position within its extensive grounds. This outstanding home displays a wealth of delightful architectural features and has mellow brick elevations under tiled roofs and the original timber frame can be seen to the rear elevation which is believed to date back to 1774. The property offers generously proportioned and versatile living accommodation over two floors, together with a section that can be divided off from the main accommodation to create an independent annexe (STPP). In total the accommodation extends to about 2,820 sq ft.
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Also of note is the large steel portal framed barn, incorporating two insulated storage areas for bottled wine. There is also a brick built toilet and shower block for the use of the campsite.
</br>
<b>Sealwood Cottage Vineyard</b>
Our clients have successfully established a wine producing vineyard on site, which trades several varieties of wines from an on-line shop, local retailers, country shows etc. They welcome vineyard tours and tastings at regular intervals have grown a loyal following of customers since 2008. There is considerable potential to further scale up the business and our clients would be open to separate negotiation around the sale of the Sealwood Cottage Vineyard brand and accompanying website etc (the guide price does not include any apportionment for the business). Machinery and plant may also be available by separate negotiation. Accounts are available on request following a register of interest being shown.
</br>
<b>The Accommodation</b>
The solid front door opens into the reception hallway, with doors leading into the kitchen, dining area, sitting room, utility room and guest WC with wet room. The triple aspect sitting room boasts a working fireplace and French doors leading to the patio beyond. The well appointed kitchen has a range of soft closing base and wall units under granite work surfaces and incorporates an island with further storage beneath. There is an assortment of integrated appliances to include; dishwasher, fridge freezer, combi oven and Bosch induction hob with extractor fan above. An archway leads through into the dining area which has an original Victorian stove, a real feature of the room. The utility room has plumbing for a washing machine and a stainless steel one and a half bowl sink. The wet room is conveniently placed off the entrance hall and has a heated towel rail.
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Approaching the oldest part of the property, the hallway flows through to a snug/study area with beams and a log burner. Stairs rise to the first floor and there is a useful storage cupboard beneath which houses the manifolds for the underfloor heating. There is underfloor heating throughout the majority of the property.
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There are steps down into the original portion of the property, which offers a wealth of character features such as; timber beams, gothic style doors, inglenook fireplace, original shutters as well as access to the vaulted cellar which provides plentiful storage for wine. The ground floor has a small kitchenette, seating and dining areas. Having an independent entrance and could be split from the main house as a holiday let/annexe (STPP). The staircase is beautifully crafted with tapering treads, and winds around a display unit in the entrance lobby.
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This bedroom has an impressive vaulted pyramid ceiling and large window overlooking the grounds. A door leads through to the central landing and family bathroom with shower over bath. These two rooms on the first floor can be independent to the principal accommodation if required.
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There are four further bedrooms, one with en suite shower room and a family bathroom with jack and jill access to the principal bedroom.
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<b>Outbuildings and Grounds</b>
Without question the location and grounds accompanying this excellent property are the jewel in the crown.
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Approached via a quiet well maintained unadopted road, with drive leading to the gated entrance and opening to an expansive hard standing area, with raised flower bed turning circle.
</br>
The immediate gardens are mainly laid to lawn, with mature border beds, specimen trees and taking the most stunning rural views over the private grounds which surround the property. Extending to circa 21.44 acres (8.68 hectares) in all, to include Sealwood Cottage Vineyard, which is a member of Wine gb (Wines of Great Britain), planted with circa 4,000 individual vines, to include Rondo, Solaris, Regent, Ortega, and Madeleine Angevine varieties. Please see further information on the vineyard operation below. The remainder of the land is currently let on a Farm Business Tenancy extending to circa 18 acres (7.28 hectares). Further details around the agreement are available upon request.
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There is a well established campsite with eight pitches with hook up points, together with toilet/shower block. The site is a member of the Camping and Caravanning Club.
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<b>Garaging</b>
The detached triple garage has electric timber doors and an internal staircase leading to the first floor. This space could be converted to additional accommodation ancillary to the house but also has the potential to be a home office, gym etc. There is a personnel door to the rear, roof-lights and solar panels to supplement the electricity and hot water. The plant for the ground source heating is within a secure cupboard space.
</br>
<b>Workshop/Barn</b>
A modern steel portal framed workshop/barn, currently supplementing the winery/vineyard operation. With power supply, cold stores and concrete floor. Extending to circa 2,129 sq ft in all.
</br>
<b>Overage</b>
Our clients reserve the right to include an Overage Clause within the sale, subject to negotiation.
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<b>Tenure</b>
The Property is sold freehold with vacant possession on completion. However, the Farm Business Tenancy will require 12 months notice to quit.
