Witherwell Barn Grove Lane, Ashow, , CV8 2LE Witherwell Barn Grove Lane, Ashow, Kenilworth, CV8 2LE

Witherwell Barn is a Grade II Listed spacious barn conversion formerly being part of the original adjacent farmhouse, with areas of the house dating back to the early 18th Century. Some 38 years ago, the property was in a most derelict state and has been completely renovated, refurbished and remodelled, using original and reclaimed materials, to give an outstanding country home which now extends to approximately 7,175 square feet over two floors. The outbuildings extend to a further approximatively 1,319 square feet. The current owners have without question retained the inherent character, charm and ambience of the original listed building.

The property is set in a delightful landholding of approximately 8 acres, protected and surrounded by the Estate with superb views, approached via a sweeping gravel driveway with central island and a further driveway giving access to the garaging and open barn. The barn has also recently obtained Part Q Public Permitted Development Rights to convert it into a dwelling house. There is a further hard standing area with stabling leading to the adjoining fields.

The property enjoys extensive and family accommodation with a number of well-proportioned and spacious rooms. A particular feature is the recently added two storey cottage annexe ideal for elderly relatives, family members and guests, all to a very high standard with modern features. To the other end of the barn is a truly superb and good sized indoor swimming pool with electronic cover, sauna and home gym area with magnificent beamed ceiling, having windows taking advantage of the views and delightful grounds; all with the appropriate changing room facilities.

The main house enjoys an exceedingly spacious and welcoming reception hall, with extensive use of York stone flooring throughout the ground floor and a truly superb old oak wooden staircase leads to a minstrel gallery. The ground floor reception rooms, of which several have delightful open fireplaces, include a most attractive drawing room, dining room, study, good sized country style breakfast kitchen with oil fired AGA and cosy snug / sitting room adjacent with log burner. To the rear of the drawing room is a wonderfully versatile games / media room or hobby room having access also to the rear courtyard and gardens.

To the first floor are 4 bedrooms with a potential 5th, which is currently being used as a dressing room, 2 en-suites and a family bathroom. The adjoining cottage annexe is an exquisite addition, accessed from the main house to the rear of the kitchen, whilst also having its own independent door through the internal rear lobby. Having a good sized living room with log burner, bespoke fitted kitchen area including twin Fisher & Paykel dishwasher, built in oven and fridge freezer, cloakroom and stairs to the first floor with 2 bedrooms, en-suite and separate bathroom with Heritage suite.

Externally, attractive gardens surround the property, with external lighting, mature shrubs and trees. The stable block complements the approximately 7 acres of well tended paddock land along with the detached spacious 3 car open barn, with planning permission to convert into a dwelling house. Witherwell Barn is a registered smallholding.

Witherwell Barn is an exceptionally attractive home, having been crafted by its existing owners to bring the characterful features of its origins into current day living. Accommodation MAIN HOUSE Total Floor Areas Approximately – 7,174.5 sq.ft. Ground Floor Area Approximately – 4,981.3 sq.ft. First Floor Area Approximately – 2,193.2 sq. ft.

GARAGE & STABLES Total Floor Area Approximately – 1,318.6 sq.ft.

GROUND FLOOR FIRST FLOOR ANNEXED COTTAGE GROUND FLOOR Reception Hall 16’4” x 17’9” (4.98m x 5.41m) Galleried Landing Lobby 6’10” x 11’9” (2.08m x 3.58m) Guest Cloakroom Principal Bedroom 1 17’1” x 19’7” (5.21m x 5.96m) Utility 5’5” x 11’9” 1.65m x 3.58m) Drawing Room 17’ x 28’ (5.19m X 8.54m) En-Suite Bathroom Hall With Guest Cloakroom Games / Media Room 12’2” x 42’10” max (3.70m x Bedroom 2 17’6” max x 17’1” (5.33m x 5.20m) Kitchen/Living Room 27’ x 21’4” (8.23m x 6.49m) 13.06m) Bedroom 3 12’6” max x 17’11” (3.80m x 5.47M) Gym & Relaxation Area 17’4” x 29’ (5.29m x 8.84m) Bathroom ANNEXED COTTAGE FIRST FLOOR Sauna & Shower Room Bedroom 4 15’ max x 11’1” (4.56m x 3.37m) Landing Pool Room 23’1” x 45’11” (7.03m x 14.00m) Bedroom 5 / Dressing Room 13’8” x 8’1” (4.16m x Bedroom 1 15’1” x 12’2” (4.60m x 3.72m) Plant Room 2.45m) En-Suite Dining Room 16’1” x 17’ (4.91m x 5.18m) Shower Room Bedroom 2 10’3” x 7’9” (3.12m x 2.37m) Family Room 15’9” x 17’1” (4.80m x 5.20m) Bathroom Kitchen/Breakfast Room 15’11” x 22’6” (4.86m x 6.86m) GARAGE & STABLES Utility Room 16’1” x 7’6” (4.89m x 2.28m) 3 Bay Garage 19’9” x 39’3” (6.03m x 11.96m) Stable 1 11’4” x 11’2” (3.45m x 3.41m) Stable 2 17’3” x 11’2” (5.27m x 3.41m) Stable 3 11’2” x 11’5” (3.41m x 3.49m) Tack Room 11’2” x 7’6” (3.41m x 2.28m) Location Ashow is a highly sought-after conservation village located between Kenilworth and , surrounded by open countryside, which was formally part of the Stoneleigh Abbey Estate. The village sits on the banks of the River Avon, and still retains its rural charm and natural beauty. The village has an active medieval church, which dates from the early twelfth century and a popular Village Club for villagers and guests to socialise and enjoy a drink. Local shopping, amenities and leisure facilities can be found at Leamington Spa, Kenilworth, , Stratford-upon-Avon, which is the home of the Royal Shakespeare Theatre and Solihull. The property is ideally located for the commuter, with Coventry and Warwick Parkway Stations located approximately five and four miles away respectively. Journey times to London Euston and London Marylebone are 57 minutes and 84 minutes respectively and the M40 (J15) 7 miles away, providing access to Birmingham to the north and London to the south. The area boasts a wide range of private, grammar and state schools to suit most requirements including Warwick Preparatory School, Warwick Boys School and Kings High School for Girls. Racecourses can be found at Warwick and Stratford-upon-Avon, whilst Cheltenham is about an hour away. Ashow is an extremely well connected place to live.

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FIXTURES AND FITTINGS: All those items mentioned in these particulars by way of fixtures and fittings are deemed to be included in the sale price. Others, if any, are excluded. However, we would always advise that this is confirmed by the purchaser at the point of offer.

TENURE: The property is Freehold with vacant possession upon completion of the purchase.

SERVICES: Mains water and electricity are connected to the property. Heating is by way of an oil fired central heating system and drainage is by way of a septic tank. The Pool Room has its own dedicated oil fired boiler, air conditioning and air filtration plant.

Photovoltaic panels are discreetly located on the roof of the open barn, producing an alternative form of electricity.

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