Windle Hall, Abbey Road, Crank Wa11 7Rg £1,250,000
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WINDLE HALL, ABBEY ROAD, CRANK WA11 7RG £1,250,000 www.jbbleach.com [email protected] 01744:22816 JB&B Leach are pleased to be appointed the sale of the iconic Windle Hall, known throughout the Borough of St Helens as the former home of the Pilkington family. Windle Hall is a magnificent Georgian Manor House comprising 7 Bedrooms, 5 Bathrooms, 6 Reception Rooms, 2 Kitchens, 4 Car Carport, 2 large integral Garages and various Outbuildings, all set in approximately 6 acres of formal Gardens and mature Woodland. Situated within the Green Belt, on the outskirts of Rainford with easy access to the East Lancashire Road A580 and the motorway network (Junction 23 of the M6 just 7 miles away) and easy access to Liverpool (13 miles) and Manchester (25 miles). Historical documents reference the Manor of 'W indle' as early as 1200, and there is evidence of a residence on this site since this date prior to the construction of 'Windle Hall'. The current Windle Hall was built in 1782 , developed by Dr William Pilkington in 1860 and it remained occupied by the famous Pilkington family (the heirs to the Pilkington Glass Foundry fortune) up until it was bought by the present owners in 2000. Windle Hall is a Georgian Manor House at heart with additions made over the decades. Most recently this property has undergone extensive restoration and refurbishment (full details available on request) by the current owners to provide well thought-out elegantly proportioned family accommodation totalling 7746 sq ft plus the cellar and outbuildings. After passing through the remote control Electric Gates with Intercom/Video entry, access is taken through imposing double doors below a pillared portico which lead through into the Vestibule and Dining Hallway beyond. Double height ceilings are a feature here. A generous Powder Room is located off to the left with two piece suite and fully tiled elevations. Adjacent to this there is an attractive east facing Morning Room/Study which is flooded with natural light from a full height bay window and French doors accessing the garden from where you can watch the sun rise in the early morning. The Dining Hallway is a delightful light and airy space and is split level with featured pillared arches, original leaded light double French doors to the rear courtyard and folding glazed doors which open fully providing 60 ft of entertaining space through to the Drawing Room.The property continues to impress with the 'L' shaped Drawing Room which boasts a period Georgian marble fireplace, character coving and a feature curved bay window and French doors accessing a full length south facing York stone terrace. All overlooking one of the many eye-catching water features. The property has the benefit of Two Kitchens. The Main Kitchen is located adjacent to the Drawing Room and Dining Hallway. This stunning room is fitted with a range of hand- made individually designed bespoke solid maple units of Georgian design which are complimented by double depth obsidian solid granite work tops. Features include a central Island with further storage incorporated, pull out larder cupboard/bread baskets and deep pan drawers. NEFF built in appliances include a combination oven, larger second oven with 'slide and hide' door, plate warmer, dishwasher, indoor grill/BBQ, deep fat fryer and and a Cooks Kitchen, fitted with Victorian cream units, a halogen/induction hob with twin extractor fans above. large Aga oven and ample space for dining. Level access can The accommodation continues with a further Sitting Room be gained from here into the integral garages with W.C. with feature brick fireplace and fabulous views over the From the inner hall of the Annexe a door accesses the cellar gardens from full length picture windows and French doors. rooms plus there is a second back staircase leading to the Beyond this room there is an additional reception space first and second floor accommodation including the which is currently used as a home Gym and benefits from a Bedroom/ En suite for the Annexe. solid wood sprung floor, dual aspect views over the gardens The Cellar is divided into three separate areas and houses a and central courtyard with fountain. wine cellar and an 'Andrews' water heater. There is also a The remainder of the ground floor accommodation could, door providing access to the outside. and has previously been used as a separate Family/ Staff Annexe and includes a further Snug Lounge, Utility Room The First and Second Floor accommodation has been Stunning raised lawned areas are bordered by well stocked cleverly thought out and re-designed to provide a well beds housing dozens of species of roses, fruit trees and apportioned family home which would also work for an perennials extended family. All the Bedrooms are large doubles. Statues and decorative water features and fountains The Master Suite occupies roughly half of the First Floor and including a Gold Medal winning waterfall from the Chelsea comprises a large bedroom which is fitted with an extensive Flower Show adorn these breath-taking gardens with an range of quality furniture, Separate WC with three piece original 4 meter high Victorian walled garden with access to suite, En-Suite Bathroom with large circular spa style bath private woodland areas beyond and large walk-in shower enclosure. This leads on to a large The sweeping tree lined driveway leads to the detached 4 car Dressing Room fitted out with a range of storage and this Carport which is a recent addition complimenting Windle room features French Doors opening out to a private south- Hall. Carefully designed and constructed without inner facing balcony overlooking the beautiful gardens and pillars it enables the driver easy access to sweep in and out woodland beyond. and has both Carriage lights and ambient lighting, power There are a further three bedrooms to this floor, all of which points and mains water connected. are sizeable double rooms and two of which are en-suite. In addition to the carport there are also two large integral One of these rooms benefits from a Dressing Room with garages with electric remote controlled up and over doors built in wardrobes and large En-Suite featuring a central spa and W.C. These can also be accessed internally from the bath. The other Bedroom's en-suite can also be accessed Cooks Kitchen. from the landing and so can also service the fourth bedroom Adjacent to the driveway there is a large run of potting sheds on this floor. To the Second Floor there is a further En-Suite with another W.C. linked to an original Victorian greenhouse Bedroom, this time with an archway leading to an impressive complex, complete with grated drainage and the original Bathroom with circular spa style bath with overhead 'rain' window opening mechanism. The outbuildings in total shower. Completing this floor there is a three piece amount to almost 3400 sq ft . Bathroom, two further rooms (currently used as artist studios Hidden behind the walled garden adjacent to the paddock but could be further bedrooms if required) and a Box Room there is a Large Pond with swans, ornamental ducks and providing storage and having an access point into further geese, plus a waterfall feature. eaves storage. From here there is access to the second back To acquire Windle Hall is a once in a lifetime opportunity. staircase leading down to the annexe part of the property. Windle Hall Gardens are well known, and were previously SERVICES listed as a 'protected historic garden'. In the 1960s and 70s Mains water, electricity and gas are connected and available. Central heating is gas fired. Private foul water drainage ( septic tank). they were even opened from time to time by the Pilkington NOTE Family for the public to enjoy raising funds for local JB&B Leach have not tested any of the above services and purchasers charities should satisfy themselves as to their presence and working condition prior to The splendid grounds provide a fitting setting for Windle exchange of contracts. TITLE The property is offered for sale Freehold Hall, enveloping this elegant dwelling in approximately 6 LOCAL AUTHORITY St Helens Local Authority acres of magnificent formal grounds and mature woodland COUNCIL TAX BAND Band H www.jbbleach.com 21 Hardshaw Street, St Helens, Merseyside, Agents Note: Whilst every care has been taken to prepare these sales particulars, they are fo r guidance purposes only. All [email protected] measurements are approximate are fo r general guidance purposes only and whilst every care has been taken to ensure their accuracy, they should not be relied upon and potential buyers are advised to recheck the measurements. WA10 1RD 01744 22816 .