Audlem Road, Hankelow, Nr Nantwich, Cheshire, CW3

A contemporary style country house occupying a tranquil and extremely private position with the benefit of favourable planning consents for a leisure suite, garaging and offices.

Features

• Entrance Hall
• Lounge
• Dining Hall
• Kitchen
• Study
• Pantry
• Lobby
• Boiler Room
• Upper Lounge
• Master Suite with Twin Dressing Rooms
• Guest Suite with Bathroom
• Bedroom with Dressing Room & Bathroom
• Bedroom with Dressing Room & Bathroom

Planning Consents

• Extensions to the Main House
• Double & Triple Garages
• Leisure Suite with Swimming Pool, Steam Room & Jacuzzi
• Gym & Cinema Room
• Office Premises

In all about 15 acres (6.07 acres)

A HIDDEN GEM COUNTRY HOME NESTLED WITHIN EXTENSIVE GROUNDS

As you pass through the electric gates the approach is via a long, winding drive which allows you to take in the stunning grounds, views and rolling countryside that surrounds Brookfield. The driveway sweeps around the corner to unveil the main house. The current owners purchased Brookfield in 2018 when it was a Golf Club. After gaining planning permission, they converted the former Club House to the main dwelling, boasting 4 bedroom suites, with the option for a fifth bedroom in the main property. The main house benefited from a complete re-wire for residential compliance, together with a full alarm system with CCTV and panic buttons in bedrooms which connect to the emergency services. In addition to the main house, the current owners have also secured planning permission for garaging, a full leisure suite, extensive office building and a walled garden. As a property developer, the current owner has sought the optimum planning permissions to make best use of the extensive space available and to also maximise the overall property value. The main house is almost complete and can be lived in comfortably with few outstanding works to be completed unless a buyer wishes implement the various planning consents. The new buildings to be constructed can be undertaken at a time to suit the new owners, but of course there is also the opportunity to adapt the plans to suit personal preferences.

LOCATION

Brookfield is situated in a picturesque part of the county on the edge of the Hankelow and is convenient for serviced village of Audlem with its attractive High Street containing many fine period buildings and an impressive church. The village contains a good range of shops, local stores with post office, doctor’s surgery and a selection of pubs & restaurants. The nearby market town of Nantwich is 7 miles distant offering a more comprehensive range of services with high street banks, supermarkets and out of town retail parks.

On the educational front Audlem offers a state primary school complemented by secondary schools at Nantwich, Malpas and Alsager together with private schools including Newcastle Under Lyme School, Ellesmere College, The Grange at Hartford and The King’s and Queen’s Schools in Chester.

On the recreational front there are football, cricket and tennis clubs in the village and several golf courses locally including Hill Valley at Whitchurch, Wychwood Park beyond Crewe and Market Drayton Golf Club. There is extensive walking locally along the Shropshire Union Canal which passes through the village, excellent hacking out locally along country lanes and bridleways and horse racing at Chester, Uttoxeter, Wolverhampton and Bangor-on-Dee. For the car enthusiasts Oulton Park motor racing circuit is at Little Budworth just beyond Tarporley.

COMMUNICATIONS

Despite its rural location Brookfield is extremely accessible being approximately 11 miles from Junction 16 on the M6 motorway permitting daily travel to Manchester, Liverpool, The Potteries and Birmingham. Travel to London is available via Crewe Station which is 10 miles distant offering a 1hr 30mins service to Euston and for international travel Manchester and Birmingham airports are 56 and 63 miles respectively.

WELCOME TO A COUNTRY HOUSE HOME WITH A CONTEMPORARY TWIST

Whilst many Cheshire homes have a similar style with low ceilings, small quaint rooms and restricted natural light, Brookfield somewhat breaks the mould with vast open plan areas, high ceilings and floor-to-ceiling double French doors. Light floods into every room, giving a wonderful connection between the indoor and outdoor space. The entrance to the property is a grand set of bespoke designed, hand-made double doors, sat within a large entrance porch. As you step into the entrance hall to the house you are welcomed by a dual aspect view straight through to the extensive garden at the rear. From the entrance hall a stunning split level walnut and white staircase, which was designed for the house, descends to the open plan living area and ascends to the upper lounge and bedroom suites. Off the entrance hall on this mid-level floor you will also find two bedroom suites in the left and right hand wings of the house. As you take the stairs down to the lower ground floor you step into an impressive open plan living space with lounge, dining area and main kitchen. This area also boasts double French doors out onto the terrace with views across the pond with attractive water fountain. Breathtaking views extend to the rear over the gardens and open countryside beyond.

OPEN PLAN SPACE, PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING

The central dining hall is the focus and breaks the room into the three designated areas. Throughout all of this downstairs space are floor to ceiling windows and double French Doors. The lounge area has a fireplace which is not operational and above which is a substantial ceiling beam which is a striking feature. High double doors lead you into the study which is yet to be completed. The current owners have considered creating an entertaining lounge with bar area within this room but it could be designed for a number of different uses. There are also two WC’s off this room, which require modernising, knocking into one, or could be removed altogether. The kitchen is high quality solid wood and painted bespoke to the owners specification, complemented by marble counter-tops. The island unit is extensive and offers a striking addition to the kitchen area. Three feature pendant lights from Jim Lawrence finish this off adding a little jewellery to the room. A door from the kitchen leads to a pantry with bespoke fitted wall units, which then follows onto a second kitchen which requires installation - but offers the opportunity for a wet and dry kitchen set-up. A plant room and electric room then lead to a second set of stairs to the outdoor space on the mid-level and up again to the first floor. The flooring is all herringbone Spanish tile from Mandarin Stone, with underfloor heating throughout.

THE KITCHEN IS FINISHED IN SOFT NEUTRAL TONES WITH HINTS OF WALNUT FOR CONTRAST.

ACCESSORIES ARE POLISHED NICKEL. LARGE OVEN AND HOB, INTEGRATED FRIDGE-FREEZER, MICROWAVE, COFFEE MACHINE & DISHWASHER.

PLANNING TO ADD ON...

There is planning granted for a double height extension to the rear of the property if potential buyers would be interested in extending this area of the house. The current owners decided they did not need this extra space, but instead have in mind to build a balcony across the back of the whole property, giving terraces to enjoy from the bedroom suites from the first floor and also shade for the terrace below. The opportunity is there with the planning to create a space that works for you.

THE LIVING SPACE IS CURRENTLY ALL OPEN PLAN, BUT THERE IS SCOPE FOR ADDING IN AN OPEN-ENDED FLOATING WALL WITH DOUBLE SIDED CONTEMPORARY FIRE BETWEEN THE DINING AREA AND LOUNGE.

FINISHING TOUCHES The kitchen area boasts two sets of bespoke double French doors. Another two sets would be needed to complete this open plan space. The owners have not installed these as yet as they were mindful of the possible extension to the rear, so of course it would depend on which finish the future buyers have in mind to complete the doors

SUITE ONE

MID-LEVEL BEDROOM SUITE WITH FRENCH DOORS - A FULL SUITE OFFERING DOUBLE HEIGHT CEILINGS WITH VELUX WINDOWS AND PRIVACY FOR RESIDENTS OF THE PROPERTY OR GUESTS.

Spacious bedroom suite with its own entrance hallway. The first door on the left is a dressing room with bespoke fitted wardrobes. The second door on the left leads you to an en-suite bathroom with black, white and gold marbled tiled floor and complementary walk in shower area. The main bedroom opens up on the right with very high ceilings featuring two velux windows. French doors lead to the outside area and also allows the light to flood in. The whole room enjoys underfloor heating with Hessian style, neutral floor tiles from Mandarin Stone. Light switches and sockets have been carefully planned and installed either side of the bed for convenience plus a panic button next to the bed, which is connected to the alarm system. Fabulous bedroom suite with extensive space.

SUITE TWO

MID-LEVEL BEDROOM SUITE WITH FRENCH DOORS - A LIGHT AN AIRY SUITE OFFERING A SENSE OF CALM THROUGH THE USE OF NEUTRAL GREY TONES AND AN ABUNDANCE OF NATURAL LIGHT.

Generous bedroom suite with its own entrance hallway. The first door on the right is a dressing room with bespoke fitted wardrobes. The second door on the right leads you to an en-suite bathroom with grey and white marbled tiled floor and complementary walk in shower area. The main bedroom opens up on the left with high ceilings and a feature curved wall. French doors lead to the outside area with beautiful views of the pond and grounds. The whole room enjoys underfloor heating with Hessian style, neutral floor tiles from Mandarin Stone. Light switches and sockets have been carefully planned and installed either side of the bed for convenience plus a panic button next to the bed, which is connected to the alarm system. Spacious, calming bedroom suite with lots of natural light.

GUEST SUITE

FIRST FLOOR BEDROOM SUITE WITH FRENCH DOORS - A CALMING AND SPACIOUS ROOM WITH WONDERFUL VIEWS FROM THE FRENCH DOORS IN THE BEDROOM AND BATHROOM.

Full height double doors lead you from the upper lounge into this tranquil guest suite. Spacious with king size bed, double wardrobes, three seater sofa and dresser - this room offers an airy feel with plenty of storage space. French doors have been installed, ready for the balcony terrace to be added, allowing all the natural light to flood in. The views across the estate from this room are beautiful. The en-suite bathroom has generous proportions and you have the freestanding large bath as a focal point from the doorway. There is a double walk in shower with a shelf built into the wall for toiletries. The sink sits on a walnut cabinet with plenty of storage. The room is tiled in striking teal tiles from Mandarin Stone which certainly gives this bathroom a relaxed, mediterranean feel.

MASTER SUITE

FIRST FLOOR BEDROOM SUITE WITH DOUBLE FRENCH DOORS.

A BEAUTIFUL ROOM GRACED WITH LOTS OF NATURAL LIGHT AND THE SCOPE TO MAKE THIS A TRULY STUNNING BEDROOM SUITE.

This spacious suite offers such potential for finishing off and styling to the taste of the new owner. Entering in the room via full height double doors, there is a small dressing room to your right with two French Doors offering wonderful views. Then you enter the main bedroom you note the amount of light which pours in with a stunning aspect to the grounds of the property. There is also a large fireplace area with feature beam. A few stairs then lead you to the main dressing room which is very spacious and showcases a bespoke fitted wardrobe along one wall. There is ample space for a central island to be added or seating area, together with a dressing table area. A window at the end delivers a wonderful view of the grounds. An en-suite bathroom has been planned but not yet implemented, so an extension is needed to be build out above the room below.

THE GROUNDS A COUNTRY PARK SETTING WITH ABSOLUTE PRIVACY

The setting is what makes this property so appealing. Standing in circa 15 acres of parkland with various trees and shrubs, all offering complete privacy. The grounds boast three large ponds, home to many visiting ducks, Canadian geese, and herons. Of course, Brookfield is surrounded by various babbling brooks which run through the land, with some very special ‘Wind in the Willows’ type hideaways - just waiting to be discovered. As a former golf club, there is a large area at the front of the main house which is tarmac for parking. There is a further hard standing area which was used for parking, but this area now has planning permission granted for a set of garages to be built and a walled garden. Half way along the driveway leading to the main house is the former driving range building. This has a storage area as a temporary home for machinery, but the driving range area has planning permission granted for a 4,500 sq.ft office with parking. It is considered likely that this planning could have a change of use. The grounds are all fenced at the boundary. The entrance has a relatively new rolling electric gate with intercom system offering a good level of security.

THIS SETTING IS PERHAPS ONE THAT CANNOT BE REPEATED. THE SCOPE FOR ENHACING THE LANDSCAPE AND EXTENDING THE ACCOMMODATION THROUGH WELL CONSIDERED PLANNING CONSENT IS AN EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITY.

WONDERFUL OUTDOOR SPACE

There is so much you can do with the far reaching outdoor space. The current owners had a vision to build a sunken seating area into the centre of the back lawn, to capture more of the sun in the evening and relax listening to the fountain in the nearby pond. An outdoor kitchen could also be created, perhaps to back onto the indoor kitchen together with an external dining area for entertaining. All of the grounds are totally private, leaving you feeling relaxed and safe in your home and surroundings.

PLANNING PERMISSIONS GRANTED

MAIN HOUSE

The main house has planning granted for an extension to the front of the property, to create a large feature entrance hallway. There is also planning for an extension to the rear of the building, creating a dual height open area which would be quite a feature. The current owners have however, installed bespoke French doors to the upper rooms with the idea of not having an extension to the rear, but instead building a balcony across the full width of the home.

Property & Planning dimensions

Current Main House 653.71 sq.m. / 7036 sq.ft. Extension to front 83.32 sq.m. / 867 sq.ft.
En-suite extension 17.64 sq.m. / 189 sq.ft.
Rear extension 10.03 sq.m. / 109 sq.ft.

GARAGES


Planning has been granted for a double garage/workshop to be positioned at the top end of the current car park area, plus a triple garage to sit next to the main property. The owners vision for this would be to extend the planning to include permission to build a second floor with a guest /staff apartment.

Planning dimensions

Double garage 36 sq.m. / 387 sq.ft.
Triple garage 69.4 sq.m. / 747 sq.ft.

LEISURE SUITE

Planning permission has been granted for a full leisure suite to be built. The current owners vision was for the ground floor area to be a swimming pool, jacuzzi, changing rooms and lounge area with the second floor to be a mezzanine level for a gym and possibly a cinema room.

Planning dimensions

Single level 207.88 sq.m. / 2238 sq.ft.
Double level (in part) 182.59 sq.m. / 1965 sq.ft.
Total area 390.47 sq.m. / 4203 sq.ft.

OFFICE

The current building which was a Driving Range, is situated half way along the driveway. This area has planning permission granted for a two storey office building. The planning could be open to a change of use to suit the new owners; whether it be a supercar garage, sports area or guest house. This area is set within lots of trees with wonderful views.

Planning dimensions

Two storey office 418.06 sq.m. / 4500sq.ft.

THE PROPERTY

Brookfield boasts such a fabulous, private setting and the planning permission which comes with the estate opens up countless opportunities for future buyers - which can be tailored to their individual needs. The owners have included here some of their vision for the various areas of the property - which may give some inspiration for potential buyers of what is possible.

PROPERTY INFORMATION

Address: Brookfield, Audlem Road, Hankelow, Nr Nantwich, Cheshire, CW3 0JE.

Services: Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil central heating. Telephone line & Broadband connection available.

Local Authority: Cheshire East Council - Tel: .

Council Tax: Band H.

Photography: It should be noted some of the photography used within the listing are Computer Generated Images.

Viewing: Strictly by appointment with Jackson-Stops Chester Office - Tel: