House For Sale £1,195,000
A supremely beautiful Grade II listed home, re-designed and lovingly restored by a renowned local architect to provide a combination of period and contemporary living, all within breathtaking landscaped gardens. Oriel Cottage dating back originally to the 1600's is steeped in history with original features from the village needle making industry, including one of the last remaining ovens. In more recent years the property has been acquired by a renowned local architect who has re-designed, significantly extended and meticulously refurbished to provide a simply stunning home. Located within the heart of the picturesque High Street the property commands a prominent position all within the most beautifully landscaped gardens, offering a peaceful setting.Internally, the ground floor has been wonderfully planned and is flooded with natural light through the wide span of bi-fold doors opening seamlessly to the rear garden. This stunning room extends to 32' and extends into the bespoke kitchen which in turn connects to the rear annexe bedroom suite and utility through a further glazed link. A particular note is the reclaimed stone wall from the original cottage, beautifully restored with lime render and featuring an original bread oven. The kitchen itself is fitted with a comprehensive range of contemporary cupboard and drawer units with tristone working surfaces. A handmade island units offers further storage and working surfaces extend into a breakfast bar area. Integrated appliances include a 'Neff' double oven, dishwasher, refrigerator and freezer. A separate utility room is located off the kitchen. Further reception rooms to the ground floor are located within the original part of the cottage, the sitting room is fitted with a stunning herringbone timber floor and the original fireplace houses a wood burning stove and original oven, the dining room is located at the front of the cottage with original beams, an open fireplace with wood burning stove and an oak staircase. In addition to the main house the accommodation has been designed to incorporate a self-contained annexe, a stunning oak framed room which is currently linked to the house offering the option of a principle bedroom suite. This wonderful room has fabulous views of the garden and a shower room. To the first floor are four generous bedrooms and a well appointed family bathroom with shower. Outside, Oriel Cottage has the most beautiful landscaped gardens enjoying a sunny South-Easterly aspect and offering complete privacy, a stunning terrace with porcelain tiles flow from the internal accommodation and extends into an oak framed outside kitchen space, the whole area providing an idyllic area for entertaining. The formal garden is laid predominantly to lawn and extend to almost 100' in length, a further paved terrace is located at the bottom of the garden.
