House for sale in Bridgnorth, Shropshire

Mileage

Bridgnorth 6 miles, Wolverhampton 11 miles, Telford 14 miles, Birmingham 22 miles

Description

This is the second time that the property has been sold; the current owners bought the estate in 1968 and before that the estate's ownership can be traced back to medieval times. It has passed continuously by inheritance, often via female line.
Chyknell Hall was designed by John Haycock and built in 1814. There is evidence, such as a date stone in the stable courtyard dated 'E.F.T 1792' indicating that a much older house was once on the site. In 1858 substantial alterations and additions were made by Edward Haycock (son of John). Since then the property has been modernised but very few structural changes have been made. This has ensured that the integrity of the property has not been jeopardised and the property is adorned with a wealth of period features.

Accommodation

Approached from two separate private drives leading through the parkland, Chyknell Hall is well situated in the middle of its land and enjoys views over the impressive gardens and mature parkland. At the head of the front drive are 19th Century estate railings, gates and Chyknell Lodge; a pretty two storey lodge cottage (described in more detail later). The drive, about a third of a mile long, which is partly tree lined winds through picturesque open parkland and into an enclosed area in front of the house. The elegant Regency house has rendered facades and a stone Doric colonnaded entrance. The interiors include a number of fine, elegant and well proportioned principal rooms adorned with a wealth of period features including ornate cornicing and plaster work, sash windows with working shutters and carved marble fireplaces.

The accommodation is found over three floors and comprises:

The double glazed doors with shutters lead into the Hall with flagstone floor, Ionic fluted columns, cantilevered staircase, ornate painted corniced plasterwork and door casing, wood burning stove and ornate radiator shelf with gilt brackets and marble top. From here a door to the left leads into the east-facing Drawing Room incorporating a bay window, full height windows and French doors providing views over the garden and park beyond. Features include ornate plaster cornicing, silk wall covering, carved marble fireplace depicting a Greek theme with a gold gilt mirror above, and wicker and wooden radiator covers. A door leads through to the Dining Room which can also be accessed from the hall. There is a large arched recess, marble fireplace, ornate plaster cornicing and large full height windows incorporating French doors opening out onto the garden. Doors lead through to the triple-aspect Library with built-in shelving, parquet floor, window casing, ornate plaster cornicing and ceiling rose, carved marble fireplace depicting an Egyptian theme, a built-in drinks cupboard and access to the west garden. The domestic offices are situated around an inner courtyard and comprise: The Kitchen / Breakfast Room with built-in kitchen units, stainless steel double bowl sink, 4 door, oil-fired AGA with electric AGA Companion. Doors lead to a walk-in larder and back passage. The Butlers Pantry with double bowl stainless steel sink, built-in wall and floor units, stained glass internal window and door with fan light over to service corridor. There is a Cloakroom with stainless steel sink, basin and separate WC. The Sitting Room has a wood burning stove with fireplace surround and French doors with views over and access to the garden. The south passage gives access to the Boot Room, a sheltered, south-facing Loggia, Store Rooms, a dual aspect artist Studio and stairs to the self-contained Annexe (described below). The north passage gives access to Larder, Workshop, Gardener's WC and integral Garage for 2 cars. First floor- An impressive cantilevered stairs with wrought iron balustrades and a mahogany banister rises to a galleried 1st floor landing, lit by an impressive glass lantern with ornate cornicing.
The Master Bedroom Suite comprises an impressive Bedroom incorporating a bay window and fireplace with carved wooden mantle. A door leads through to an En-suite Bathroom with WC, bidet, panelled bath and built-in cupboards. A further door leads through to a Dressing Room/ Occasional Bedroom with basin, fireplace with marble mantle and slips and walk-in cupboards with built-in drawer unit. Adjacent walk-in wardrobe. Bedroom 2 features shutters and cast iron fireplace with marble surround. The En-suite Bathroom comprises a bath with shower attachment, cupboard with hot water tank and immersion, pedestal wash hand basin, WC and heated towel rail. Bedroom 3 features a cast iron fireplace with marble surround, shutters and a wash hand basin. Family Bathroom includes a pedestal wash hand basin, bath, with shower attachment, WC and heated towel rail. Inner landing leading to; Bedroom 4 features cast iron fireplace with marble surround, wash hand basin, fitted cupboard and shuttered windows. Housekeeper's Cupboard with Belfast Sink. Bathroom with bath, WC, wash hand basin, fitted cupboards and heated towel rail. Bedroom 6 with cast iron fireplace and timber surround, shutters, fitted cupboards with drawers and a wash hand basin. Bedroom 7 with a wash hand basin and shutters. Bedroom 8 with a wash hand basin and shutters. Bedroom 9 featuring a cast iron fireplace with timber surround, wash hand basin and shutters. Bathroom, includes a bath with shower over, WC and heated towel rail. Store cupboard.
Bedroom 5 features a cast iron fireplace, marble surround, wash hand basin and vanity unit, built-in cupboard and shutters. 2nd floor- There is a secondary staircase rising from the ground floor to the first and second floors. The second floor landing has a walk-in storage cupboard and doors to further bedroom accommodation comprising: Bedroom 10 is a double aspect room with Victorian fireplace and built-in shelves and drawers. Bedroom 11 has built-in cupboards, a fireplace, wash hand basin and old hanging hooks. Bedroom 12 includes a basin. These bedrooms are serviced by a Family Bathroom with WC, basin, panelled bath and heated towel rail. There is a kitchen with sink and fitted units, a store room with built-in cupboards and a door to further attic storage space.

The Annexe- Forming part of Chyknell Hall but separately accessed this 2 bedroomed first floor accommodation comprises a sitting room, 2 bedrooms, bathroom and kitchen with modern base and wall units and part tiled. There is useful storage space off the ground floor entrance as well as WC and wash hand basin.

Situation

The Estate is situated in a most attractive part of Shropshire, just outside the much sought-after village of Claverley, which includes a thriving primary school, number of public houses, shop, post office and doctors practise together with a sandstone church (All Saints, Claverley) and a picturesque village centre overlooked by the old school and adjacent half-timbered former vicarage.

The countryside surrounding Chyknell is beautiful and unspoilt yet with good access to the West Midlands conurbation to the east. The historic market towns of Bridgnorth and Shrewsbury are within easy reach and offer a good selection of services and amenities. Birmingham International Airport offers regular national and international flights. Recreational amenities nearby include golf courses at Worfield and Chesterton.

Directions

From the South- Exit the M5 at junction 4 onto the A491. At Stourbridge take the A458 towards Bridgnorth. After approximately 11 miles take the turning on the right signposted Claverley 2 ½ miles. After ½ mile pass the Lion O'Morfe pub on the left hand side. Continue for ¼ mile and take the left hand fork signposted to Woundale, Chyknell and Hopstone. After ½ mile go straight on at the staggered cross roads and after ¼ mile at the crossroads trun right up the drive of Chyknell Hall.