Tidenham Manor Tidenham | | NP16 7JQ TIDENHAM MANOR

This is countryside living at its absolute best, a very special place that has been forged by nature, and this beautiful home that we have created complements the setting beautifully,” says the owner. “We have been extremely happy here, and it will be a real wrench to leave, but it now needs a new family to fill it and enjoy it, just as we have.” A rare opportunity! An outstanding Palladian style modern Manor House, completed to the most exacting specification in 2005. It is beautifully situated in the far south west corner of , just outside the historic border town of Chepstow, and about 5 miles from the . Tidenham Manor stands within some 7.4 acres of superb landscaped parkland and manicured gardens in a commanding elevated setting, with panoramic views over a long stretch of the nearby Severn Estuary to the southern Cotswolds.

The main house offers almost 9,000 sq.ft. of of immaculate and manageable accommodation with classic high ceilings and the benefit of underfloor heating virtually throughout. Attention to detail is everywhere and includes the inlaid marble in the reception hall, the carved ceiling covings and the hand crafted kitchen. This accommodation includes: an opulent hall with grand curved staircase and galleried landing with cupola; three most impressive main reception rooms; study; hand crated kitchen; huge conservatory; six luxurious bedroom suites; a staff flat and extensive basement.

The approach is through electrically operated security gates onto a long drive through lovely gardens to a huge parking area and the three car garage. The gardens are totally enclosed and include a large walled garden with large parterre, a detached three bedroom stone cottage, useful outbuildings and a derelict stone cottage. Step inside Tidenham Manor

The approach off the parking area is through a pillared entrance to an exceptional and very impressive large hall. There is marble flooring (with underfloor heating) throughout the ground floor. Double doors lead to the drawing room and dining room. Also off of the hall is the sitting room, large fitted cloakroom, inner hall and pantry. A wide curved staircase, with wrought iron balustrade and brass handrail rises to a galleried first floor landing with cupola.

Both the drawing room and sitting room have fine views of the Severn Estuary and grand glazed doors leading to the east terrace.

All three main reception room have bespoke fireplaces.

At the heart of the house is the kitchen with hand crafted bespoke units including a huge island with sink and butcher’s block and an extensive range of integrated appliances

Through the kitchen is the wonderful year round CONSERVATORY.

The remaining ground floor accommodation includes a fine part panelled study with book shelves and a long inner hall. Off of this are domestic offices, three CAR GARAGE and access to the SELF CONTAINED ONE BEDROOM STAFF/GRANNY FLAT. There is also internal access to the BASEMENTS. These have tiled floors ideal for storage with one room designed as a wine cellar with the second large room ideal as a games room, gym or home cinema.

Upstairs is a large rectangular galleried landing with daylight flooding in from the cupola. The six well proportioned bedroom suites, all with shower and/or bath are of an exceptional standard. However, the principal suite is outstanding. It occupies the entire east side of the first floor. The bedroom is enormous, as is the fully fitted dressing room and both have balconies to take in the full panorama across the Severn estuary.

Seller Insight

This magnificent Palladian-style manor house, which sits elegantly within around seven acres of spectacular gardens and grounds, occupies what is said to be one of the most picturesque locations in the whole of the UK. Taking inspiration from Italian Renaissance architect Andrea Palladio, the house was beautifully designed and built in 2005, and although externally it would appear that it has been standing for many centuries, internally it is very much a luxurious modern home designed for modern living.

“When we initially came across this superb piece of land it was home to a rather rundown and rather modes 1950s house, but it was this spectacular setting that we fell in love with,” says the owner. “The views across the rolling countryside right the way down to the Bristol Channel beyond are simply magnificent, therefore we knew that we could build something really quite special here. So we took down that old house and enlisted the help of a fantastic local architect who beautifully translated our wishes and ideas and designed this outstanding family home.”

“It’s without doubt a very large house, but we wanted it to be comfortable for day-to-day family life and also extremely conducive to entertaining, and it does indeed work incredibly well for both. The rooms all boast spectacular proportions, the layout flows beautifully and we have more sumptuously decorated rooms for more formal occasions, as well as less formal spaces, such as the huge open-plan kitchen that flows seamlessly into our rather splendid conservatory. However, throughout the house no expense has been spared and the attention to detail has been minute – we even flew over Greek specialists to lay the marble that was sourced from the island of Paros.”

“One of the standout features of the property is without doubt this magical setting, so the house was slightly elevated to take full advantage of it, and the gardens and grounds have been beautifully designed so that they almost appear to meld with the countryside beyond. The walled parterre garden has been restored, we have rolling lawns that draw the eye down to the stunning view of the channel and we’ve created huge marble terraces where we can sit and just soak it all in.”

“I simply couldn’t pick a favourite room; they are all so beautiful and each has its own unique character and charm.”

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

Step outside Tidenham Manor

From the gated entrance, as the long drive curves through the garden and grounds the first view of the house can’t fail to impress. Wonderful as the house is, it is set off by the truly beautiful parkland gardens. Laid extensively to well manicured lawns with many specimen trees there is always somewhere to stand or sit, to enjoy sun or shade, and not forgetting the magnificent views of the Severn.

There are attractive stone walls throughout including a fine WALLED GARDEN. Here, there is a large parterre, a small orchard and pleasant outlook to the adjacent ancient Parish Church. Protecting the property to the north west is a large area of mature woodland. Our immediate surroundings are exceptionally peaceful and picturesque, and they almost have a restorative quality so it’s hard to believe that just over there the real world exists. I can be in Chepstow in around five minutes or Bristol in twenty, where I can hop on a train and arrive in the centre of London in around an hour and a half. This is definitely a place that has allowed us to enjoy the very best of both worlds.” The Cider Mill Tidenham Manor

Beyond the main garden, behind a wall and gate is THE CIDER MILL, a refurbished DETACHED THREE BEDROOM COTTAGE, with original cider press. Ideal for relatives, staff, holiday lets or extensive HOMEWORKING OFFICES. Nearby is a further GARAGE/STORE and a DERELICT DETACHED COTTAGE with potential. Within the grounds we have a beautiful three-bedroom cottage, which was originally an old cider mill. We’ve had it stylishly renovated, so it’s very cosy and comfortable, but we’ve added that touch of character by retaining the rather magnificent stone cider press, which is a stunning feature. I currently use it as my office, but it could be ideal for visiting guests or used as staff accommodation.” TIDENHAM is a hamlet and scattered rural parish in the far south west Gloucestershire. The popular Welsh border town of Chepstow is only just over two miles away. Here there are shopping facilities to satisfy most requirements, and Bristol and Cribbs Causeway are both within 20 miles, via the M48 and Severn Bridge (about 5 miles away). Therefore, communications are excellent with motorways/motorway class roads in most direction. There is a railway station in Chepstow with good connections to South and the Midlands. For fast London trains most travel from Bristol Parkway (only 15 miles) – some trains to Paddington are 1 hour 20 minutes.

The area is also well served with a variety of educational, sporting and cultural facilities, including local clubs for rugby, football, cricket and golf including Celtic Manor and St Pierre. Primary and secondary schools are about a mile, with public schools including St John’s, Chepstow and The Haberdashers Schools in .

Copyright © 2020 Fine & Country Ltd. Registered in and Wales. Archer & Co (Chepstow) Ltd trading as Fine & Country. Company Reg. No. 09165140. Registered Office: 30 High Street, Chepstow, NP16 5LJ Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 17.04.2019

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