Full Description
Dane Hurst, built in the 1940’s and subsequently substantially extended in the 1990’s, is a discerning country residence, with grounds and gardens extending to approx. 0.5 acres or thereabouts, nestled in the heart of Cheshire’s picturesque countryside. Offered with 5 bedrooms, three bathrooms, a multitude of reception rooms and modern kitchen; an ideal home for the ever-expanding family!
OPTION TO PURCHASE ADJOINING 1.9 ACRES (OR THEREABOUTS) PADDOCK, SUBJECT TO SEPARATE NEGOTIATION.
Its outside spaces must be highlighted: the large gardens and grounds and terraces are a safe haven, ideal for families with young children ideal for any age group or gardener, as the grounds provide a spacious environment to socialise with friends and family. The gated driveway offers exterior parking for multiple cars, and there is a large detached double garage. The huge plot which extends to a massive 0.5 acres abuts fields and farmland, offering pleasant rural views, with immediate access onto The Gritstone Trail and The Staffordshire Way offering safe and beautiful walks to such destinations as Rudyard Reservoir and the National Trusts, “The Cloud”. It is also easy walking distance to the popular Knot Inn public house and an excellent local bakery.
Rushton Spencer is a sought-after rural village, which boasts some local amenities, in particular its own FIRST school, classed as "outstanding" by Ofsted, with the centres of Congleton, Leek and Macclesfield just a short drive away.
Macclesfield is a thriving market town that provides a comprehensive range of shops, varied social and recreational amenities and good schools for children of all ages. For the commuter, Manchester International Airport and its connection with the North West motorway network are approximately thirty minutes away by car and the railway station in Macclesfield provides fast and frequent Intercity and commuter links with Manchester, London and the surrounding business centres.
The traditional centre of Leek is close by with its well-preserved architecture and historical links with the Napoleonic Wars and the Arts and Crafts movement make it a popular destination for an interesting town walk.
Highlights include buildings associated with writer, artist and designer William Morris, who came to Leek to study dyeing and printing techniques in the 1870s, plus stained glass designed by Pre-Raphaelite artist Sir Edward Burne-Jones in the Parish Church of St Edward the Confessor.
Close by is the area known as 'Petty France', where former French prisoners of war brought to the town in the early 19th century lived and were later buried in the parish graveyard.
The unspoilt town centre offers a refreshing alternative to from modern shopping malls and has a wealth of independent shops, including former silk mills housing antique and reproduction pine centres, as well as traditional and contemporary furnishings.
Delicious local produce can be found in abundance at traditional butchers, bakers, greengrocers, delicatessens, and cafes. Leek is also home to speciality producers of condiments, confectionery, preserves, wine, whisky, craft beers and the traditional Staffordshire oatcake.
Traditional markets abound, both indoors in the beautifully restored Victorian Butter Market and outdoors in the Market Place, offering everything from general goods, antiques and collectables to fine foods and special 'Totally Locally' Sunday markets. And when it comes to wining and dining, you can choose from a tempting selection of cafés, real ale pubs and restaurants.
Further afield, you'll find the unique, tooth-like rock formations of The Roaches, Rudyard Lake with its picturesque setting and narrow-gauge railway and Tittesworth Water, a popular and accessible attraction for visitors of all ages. Or catch up on industrial history at Brindley's Mill and Cheddleton Flint Mill.
FRONT ENTRANCE
Brick arched storm porch. PVCu double glazed door with matching side panels to:
RECEPTION HALL - 11' 8'' x 5' 6'' (3.55m x 1.68m)
Coving to ceiling. Period style radiator. Oak herringbone parquet floor. Stairs to first floor with glass balustrade.
RECEPTION ROOM - 15' 1'' x 11' 10'' (4.59m x 3.60m) to bay
PVCu double glazed bay window to front aspect and window to side aspect. Coving to ceiling. Living flame coal effect gas fire (not connected, for decorative purposes only) set on marble effect hearth & back with Adams style fire surround. Period style radiator. Oak herringbone parquet floor.
BREAKFAST KITCHEN - 16' 0'' x 9' 5'' (4.87m x 2.87m)
Dual aspect PVCu double glazed windows. Coving to ceiling. Extensive range of modern hi-gloss eye level and base units in 'Dove Grey' having quartz preparation surfaces over with ceramic 1.5 bowl sink unit inset with chrome mixer tap. Built in induction hob with extractor hood over and smoked glass splashback, with built in electric oven/grill below. Integrated microwave oven and dishwasher. Space for fridge freezer. Period style radiator. 13 Amp power points. Travertine stone style floor tiles. Deep walk in larder cupboard. Boiler cupboard housing Worcester gas fired central heating boiler, controls and electric consumer unit.
REAR HALL - 16' 0'' x 8' 2'' (4.87m x 2.49m)
PVCu double glazed bay window to rear aspect. Period style radiator. 13 Amp power points. Oak herringbone parquet floor. Doorways to kitchen, dining room, lounge and study. Wood grain effect PVCu door with glazed centre panel, opening onto rear storm porch.
STUDY - 14' 8'' x 9' 5'' (4.47m x 2.87m)
PVCu double glazed window to rear aspect. Coving to ceiling. Period style radiator. Travertine stone style floor tiles.
REAR PORCH/UTILITY - 9' 8'' x 8' 7'' (2.94m x 2.61m)
Eye level and base units. Preparation surface with Belfast sink inset. Space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer. 13 Amp power points. PVCu double glazed stable door to rear.
CLOAKROOM
White suite comprising: Low level W.C. and vanity wash hand basin with cupboard beneath. PVCu double glazed window to side aspect.
DINING ROOM - 15' 0'' x 12' 0'' (4.57m x 3.65m) to bay window
PVCu double glazed bay window to front aspect. Coving to ceiling. Picture rail. Period style radiator. 13 Amp power points. Oak herringbone parquet floor.
LOUNGE - 20' 3'' x 14' 7'' (6.17m x 4.44m)
PVCu double glazed bow window to front aspect. Coving to ceiling. Recessed fireplace with Clearview solid fuel stove set on tiled hearth with stone surround. Period style radiator. 13 Amp power points. Natural oak floor. Timber framed sealed unit double glazed door to garden room.
GARDEN ROOM - 28' 7'' x 9' 3'' (8.71m x 2.82m)
Brick built base with glazed upper panels beneath a solid roof, providing panoramic views over the immediate gardens and fields beyond. 13 Amp power points. Stone effect tiled floor. French doors to patio.
First Floor
GALLERIED LANDING - 16' 4'' x 5' 6'' (4.97m x 1.68m)
PVCu double glazed window to front aspect. Timber hand rail and glass balustrade. Period style radiator. 13 Amp power points.
INNER LANDING SEATING AREA
Roof light. Period style radiator. 13 Amp power points. Mirrored double door store cupboard.
BEDROOM 1 - 15' 0'' x 14' 8'' (4.57m x 4.47m)
PVCu double glazed bow window to front aspect and window to side aspect. Coving to ceiling. Period style radiator. 3 double fitted wardrobes with mirrored doors.
EN SUITE - 10' 10'' x 9' 0'' (3.30m x 2.74m)
PVCu double glazed window to side aspect. White suite comprising: Low level W.C., wash hand basin set in vanity unit with cupboard below, panelled bath with bath/shower mixer, and shower enclosure with body spray shower and glass door. Fully tiled walls. Electric towel radiator.
BEDROOM 2 - 15' 0'' x 10' 9'' (4.57m x 3.27m)
PVCu double glazed bay window to front aspect and window to side aspect. Single panel central heating radiator. 13 Amp power point's. Recessed store cupboard.
BEDROOM 3 - 15' 4'' x 12' 0'' (4.67m x 3.65m)
PVCu double glazed window to front aspect. Single panel central heating radiator. 13 Amp power points. Built in triple wardrobes.
BEDROOM 4 - 10' 7'' x 9' 7'' (3.22m x 2.92m)
PVCu double glazed window to rear aspect. Single panel central heating radiator. 13 Amp power points.
SHOWER ROOM
White suite comprising: Low level W.C., vanity wash hand basin with cupboard beneath. and shower cubicle with electric shower.
BEDROOM 5 - 9' 5'' x 6' 10'' (2.87m x 2.08m)
Dual aspect PVCu double glazed windows. Period style radiator. 13 Amp power points. Airing cupboard housing pressurised hot water cylinder.
BATHROOM - 8' 3'' x 6' 0'' (2.51m x 1.83m)
PVCu double glazed window to rear aspect. White suite comprising: Low level W.C. with concealed cistern, wash hand basin with drawers beneath and panelled bath with body spray shower over. Centrally heated towel radiator. Fully tiled walls.
Outside
The property is approached via a 5 bar farm style gate to a long block paved driveway which widens and opens up creating parking for numerous vehicles, and which terminates at the detached garage. The garden envelopes the property with mature mixed specimen trees and bursting flower borders to the entrance where there is the LPG tank and large workshop measuring 15' 8'' x 9' 8'' (4.77m x 2.94m) with power and light. To the front is an area of terrace, laid with gravel and paved in sections, beyond which are extensive lawns, shaped flower beds and a pond water feature. The garden continues further to the side where abutting the garden room is a huge paved terrace seating area which overlooks lawns and adjoining fields. There is a vegetable garden, a pitched roof outside seating area and workshop measuring 12' 2'' x 8' 2'' (3.71m x 2.49m).
DETACHED GARAGE - 20' 10'' x 17' 2'' (6.35m x 5.23m) internal measurements
Up and over door. Power and light.
TENURE
Freehold (subject to solicitor's verification).
SERVICES
LPG central heating. Mains electricity and water. Septic tank drainage.
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment through sole selling agent TIMOTHY A BROWN