THE FIRS, GALLOWSCLOUGH LANE, , , WA6 8LH

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The Firs, Gallowsclough Lane, Norley, WA6 8LH

Set in 10.869 acres and enjoying magnificent views over - a spectacular and exceptional contemporary property comprising an outstanding three storey house and impressive two story outbuilding – combining to provide a little under 10,000 sq ft

INTRODUCTION The property stands in gardens and grounds of 10.869 acres with wonderful views over Delamere The Firs is situated in one of the most sought after Forest and has impressive levels of privacy and areas in the west of the county of . The seclusion. The principal house extends to 7771 sq ft property occupies a tranquil and visually stunning whilst the detached two storey outbuilding/annexe location accessed off a country lane. It also has the extends in total to 1873 square feet. Only with an benefit of a southerly aspect with far reaching views internal viewing can one truly appreciate the over surrounding countryside and towards Delamere excellence of the property in so many different Forest. regards.

The property was completed in 2013 having been designed by the renowned Willacy Horsewood Architectural Partnership of . The owner of the property has dedicated considerable capital expenditure, unquestionable expertise and an uncompromising commitment to quality so as to create one of the most exceptional individual properties in the whole of the county.

HOUSE LAYOUT Enjoys a superb contemporary accommodation, spread over three floors.

The basement/lower ground floor opens with an extremely useful boot room that leads to an inner hall. From the inner hall access can be gained to a games room, outstanding cinema room, beautifully finished shower room, boiler room, wine cellar and two stores. Stairs lead from this floor to the next level, identified on the floor plan as the ground floor.

On the ground floor, the focal point of the entrance hall is a bespoke glass staircase that is visually stunning and leads to the first floor accommodation.

The ground floor provides a layout that perfectly suits modern day living. There is a high quality bespoke kitchen/utility room, large dining area, two lower seating areas and a third reception room / sitting area.

The reception rooms and living areas run in a stylish open plan arrangement, all of which are flooded with natural light and enjoy fabulous aspects to the front, back and side of the property, overlooking the grounds. Taken as a whole, the layout and quality of the rooms stylishly present the very best in modern day design and finish.

The bespoke kitchen is superb and spacious. There is also an intelligently designed second kitchen / utility room and the area runs open plan to a fabulous contemporary dining area with large feature window.

At first floor level there are four bedrooms, and three bathrooms. The views and balcony from the master bedroom are particularly spectacular whilst the luxurious en suite is worth of the highest levels of approbation.

OUTBUILDING The property benefits from a superb outbuilding that itself extends to 1873 sq ft. The building is predominantly single storey but does have a fabulous first floor studio/occasional bedroom that can also be used as a home office, art studio or teenagers breakout space

At ground floor there is a terrific sized garage, pellet store, spacious workshop, plant room and in terms of accommodation a lovely dining/kitchen and shower room.

EXTERNAL The gardens have been subject to an extensive scheme of landscaping. The external environment comprise formal gardens, areas of lawn, patio areas, paddocks and a copse.

SPECIFICATION the seating areas. All televisions are linked to the

In the basement / lower ground floor there are intelligent Bowers and Wilkins integrated sound Dornbracht fittings in the shower room, high quality system. flooring and the benefit of a Bowers and Wilkins AV system to many of the rooms. At first floor level the south facing rooms have Lutron electric blinds and there is LED lighting On the ground floor the kitchen is a Siematic kitchen throughout and Laminan Porcelain flooring. The which has an impressive specification incorporating a intelligent air re circulation system is in every room Gaggenau fridge/freezer and wine fridge in addition to upstairs. With regards to the bathroom fittings these separate dishwasher, coffee machine, steamer, comprise a Antoniolupi sink, Teuco spa bath and the microwave combination oven, induction hob and ensuite is of particular note having Flos LED Spanish electric vented extractor. lighting and beautiful Italian porcelain tiled floor with The water system has been intelligently designed to a Teusco Italian bath. incorporate cold, sparkling and boiling plumbing and these are serviced by high grade Dornbracht taps Other features that run throughout the house include an intelligent lighting system with touch The dining room and lower seating areas are all screens controls and switches and high speed Wi-Fi south facing having Lutron blink flush ceiling mounted to every room. in addition to two easterly aspect windows. The Bowers and Wilkins sound system has been designed The heating system is an outstanding Austrian Bio for each area all with specifically designed separate Mass Okofen Wood Pallet system. All administration amplification. The twin sided log burners are has been passed by the renewable heat incentive provided by Spartherm. Throughout there are lamin (RHI) and the current payments back to the vendor bifold Schuco doors and wooden grey oak floor in has self financed heating and water in entirety.

Externally the property is accessed via an oak Local amenities are available in the village of Norley electrically operated security gate. itself and nearby Kingsley, and Hartford. Larger nearby towns and villages include the thriving LOCATION Georgian village of , the market town of Norley is a semi rural village whose name is believed Frodsham and the increasingly popular , to derive from the Old English word for "North which is presently undergoing a multiple million Clearing in the Forest" which relates to its origins as pound retail and leisure investment. a settlement in the Kings Forest. The village has an excellent number of facilities which include a highly The cities of Chester and Manchester are within 13½ regarded Church of primary school, village and 31 miles respectively providing an extensive hall, two churches, local shop and the well supported range of shopping, schooling and leisure facilities. On Tigers Head Public House. the recreational front there is excellent walking in Yet despite its rural location The Firs is extremely the area, particularly in nearby Delamere Forest, a well placed for travel, being within 10 miles of the number of golf clubs, sailing at and M56 for easy commuting to all the major areas motor racing at Oulton Park. There is a variety of throughout the North West. Other major roads highly regarded schools in both the private and state within easy reach include the M6, A49, A41 and A55. sector nearby as well as further north and south into With regards to railway stations, Hartford is on the Shropshire, accessed via the A49 (2 miles). Liverpool – London line whilst Frodsham, Chester and provide further options. Manchester and Liverpool International Airports can both be driven to within 40 minutes.

ROUTE FROM TARPORLEY ROUTE FROM CHESTER From our office in the centre of Tarporley turn right To reach the property from Chester proceed out of and leave the village in the direction of Chester. At the city on the A51 to the roundabout. the roundabout take the third exit onto the A49. Proceed straight over onto the A54 which, after Continue for several miles passing the Fox and Barrel approximately 4 miles, becomes the A556. Continue, and Cabbage Hall Pesto restaurant on the right hand passing the Abbey public house on the side. Shortly before reaching the right hand side and after approximately 1 mile turn Crossroads take the left turn onto Hogshead Lane. left into Stoneyford Continue along Hogshead Lane until reaching a Lane. Travel for about 3⁄4 of a mile taking the left crossroads. At the crossroads continue straight over. turn into Gallowsclough Lane. Proceed along the lane Continue along this stretch passing Crabtree Green for approximately 950 yards. As the road bends Court on the left hand side and proceed up a gentle sharply to the right, proceed straight on down the inclining hill. Upon seeing a public house (Foresters track and the subject property will be found on the Arms) on the left hand side take the left turn into left hand side, set behind security gates. Gallowsclough Lane. Follow the road along for approximately three quarters of a mile and as the road bends sharp right continue straight on down a private No Through Road. The First will be found on the left hand side at the far end of this road, set behind security gates

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