5 bed detached house for sale in The Old School House, Haughton, Retford, Nottinghamshire DN22, £1,000,000

1,000,000.00

Offer Nr.:
65431160
Type of ad:
for Sale
Property type:
5 bed detached house
Bedrooms:
5
Bathrooms:
2
Reception rooms:
4
Contact name:
Fine & Country - Bawtry
Phone(s):
01302 457827

* Freehold
* Unique Oppertunity
* Sprawling Family Home
* Grounds Approaching Six Acres In All
* Equestrian Facilities
* Finished To The Highest Standard
* Stunning Living Space
* Open Plan Dining Kitchen
* Five Bedrooms And Two Bathrooms
* Gated Entrance With Two Access Points
* Excellent Transport Links
This stunning country retreat offers expansive living accommodation extending
to around 5000 sqft and has undergone a complete renovation by the current
owners in recent years to create a truly enviable home. The property is
finished to the highest standard throughout and sees spacious reception rooms,
a beautiful living kitchen along with five bedrooms, two bathrooms and a home
gym.
The property stands in private grounds approaching six acres of superb formal
gardens, paddocks, excellent equestrian facilities and woodland all fronting
the River Poulter. Ideal for the keen angler, this property includes fishing
rights and would be perfect for any buyer with an equestrian focus in mind.
Accommodation
The accommodation briefly comprises of an extremely impressive reception hall
with a central staircase leading to a full galleried landing. Off the hall are
a number of spacious reception rooms which give a formal dual aspect sitting
room, large snug with brick - built fireplace and inset log burning stove, this
room could also double as a separate dining room should a buyer so wish.
The heart of this sprawling family home is a stunning open plan kitchen living
space which has been extended and renovated in recent years to give a real
‘wow factor’ to this home. The kitchen sees an excellent range of base and
wall units with central island and a number of built in appliances. There is
ample storage and work space. Flowing seamlessly off the kitchen area is an
orangery with ceiling lantern which floods the room with natural light and
provides the ideal space to relax and unwind along with entertaining guests
all year round. By - folding doors lead out one the patio areas and gardens
beyond for those summer evening of alfresco dining. The ground floor
accommodation also benefits from gym which could be utilises as a home office
as well as a W/C.
The first floor gives a total of five double bedrooms in all, with the
principal suite boasting a feature bay window and walk in dressing room. There
are two bathrooms with one being located on each wing of the first floor
accommodation.
The property must be viewed to appreciate the light and space that The Old
School House has to offer.
Outside
The property is entered through an electrically gated entrance leading to a
private driveway which in turn gives access to the various and expansive
parking areas along with the integral double garage. There is a separate
access which leads to the main equestrian facilities. Directly to the rear of
the property is an expansive paved patio area ideal for alfresco dining and
entertaining. Beyond the patio are formal lawned gardens with a host of mature
trees and shrubbery giving total seclusion from the outside world.
Equestrian facilities
Ideal for any buyer with an equestrian focus the property sees a newly
constructed main stable block consisting of a tack area and six stables in
all. There is a further block with three more stables and a machinery barn.
The new all weather, flood lit manage has post and rail fencing surrounding
it. There are several paddocks with some of which running down to the river
with woodland beyond. There is further paddock land available to rent under
separate negotiation should a buyer so wish, for further details on this
please contact Fine & Country Bawtry.
Location
Positioned within the highly sought - after hamlet of Haughton in North
Nottinghamshire, it is ideal for those looking for a rural retreat yet within
easy access to amenities, schooling and commuter links. The Georgian market
town of Retford is located just 4 miles away and offers an array of facilities
including specialised shops, supermarkets and restaurants. For commuters
Retford also has a direct Main Line to London Kings Cross taking 1 hour 25
minutes and access to the A1 is just a short distance from the property. Both
state and private schooling is available within a few moments drive.

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