8 bedroom equestrian facility for sale

Your chance to purchase a large slice of the history of the area. This large hall was constructed on the site of a much earlier building, it was built in the 19th century. It stands in mature grounds with woodland stands and a paddock both extend to approximately 5 acres. The accommodation is extensive and provides an excellent degree of flexibility, the property is now put back to one residence it had been split into two at one point, it boasts many fine period features and dazzles the imagination with its endless possibilities.

A substantial hall standing in approximately 5 acres approached via a sweeping driveway. This is a rare opportunity to acquire a considerable slice of local history, the present building replaced a much earlier property with ownership dating back as far as 1251 the property was rebuilt in the 19th century to a design very much associated with the style of the era.
The accommodation offered is extensive and provides an excellent degree of flexibility of use it has at some point served as two houses but its identity has now been restored as a prime detached residence. The interior is bursting at the seams with a wealth of character features with its baronial style dining hall and much more including a magnificent staircase which we are informed was used as the set for one of Mike Baldwins weddings on Coronation Street.
The property is ready for its next rebirth but in its present format presents three large reception rooms, utility, galley kitchen and study. To the first and second floor there are a further seven rooms and three bathrooms two en suite, one bedroom has a balcony enjoying fine views. There are large cellar areas accessed via two separate staircases.
Externally the property stands in mature gardens with high hedging providing an excellent degree of privacy with a sweeping driveway accessing the parking to the side of the property. A further paddock was added a few years ago which now extends the entire plot to around five acres. There is a separate stone building that would make an ideal office space.
The property forms part of a small enclave of properties all associated with the Hall it is approached by a country lane accessed from Hollingworth village. There are a range of local shopping facilities catering for dally needs and a well-regarded primary and secondary school. Commuters are well serviced with motorway connections to the Manchester ring road accessing the airport and surrounding business conurbations. The surrounding towns boast a wealth of leisure and retail establishments. Stunning countryside is literally on the doorstep with lovely drives into the Peak National Park via the legendary Woodhead Pass.

From the Gun Inn junction travel through the village turning left at the New Inn. Follow this road keeping right at the cross roads. Continue up this country lane, it is fairly rugged for low slung vehicles. The driveway to the property is accessed at the top of this lane between two stone pillars.

Mains electric is connected and there is a choice of two fuels and the drainage is to a septic tank.