Homes from Robinsons PORTLAND HOUSE Holywood olsingham DL13 3HE
Portland House Holywood olsingham DL13 3HE Portland House is a stunning, individual residence designed to provide the very highest quality luxury living within the spectacular rural landscape of eardale. Its elevated position at the back of an exclusive and prestigious development in olsingham offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside while the property itself contains every comfort and opulent design feature expected of such an elite level home. Set in its own landscaped grounds, an indoor swimming pool and leisure area outdoor terracing with a hot tub, a cinema room, gym, and private bedroom suites befitting such prestige accommodation are all to be found here. The reception space is substantial; indeed the entire three-storey interior is presented on a large scale with no expense spared in creating a home of enormous proportions to fit several generations and to provide magnificent entertaining space. Arriving in front of the double garage and columned entrance, it's instantly clear that this is a highly desirable home, confirmed by the reception hallway with its spectacular central staircase that leads left and right to galleried landings. The beautifully bright kitchen benefits from a large bay with French doors providing a relaxation area with built-in television unit and dining space with views across the garden and rolling countryside beyond. The bespoke design comprises a curved breakfast bar and separate preparation island, together with plentiful units, granite worktops and a full range of modern appliances. Two sets of double doors lead into the principal reception rooms, which are 35ft long and dual aspect with bay windows to the front. There is also a fitted study. An inner hallway leads to the leisure area incorporating the 24ft pool, steam room and shower facilities. The gym is on the second floor. The five vast double bedrooms are all on the first floor. All come with en suite facilities and one has a separate lounge area leading to an office. The master suite provides superb owners' accommodation with a balcony giving views to the furthest horizon, a separate, fitted dressing room and an extremely impressive, fully tiled bathroom with his and hers basins, a walk-in shower and Jacuzzi bath. One dual aspect bedroom is perfectly set up for a teenager with exceptional study and games console area, chalk board wall and a star quality bathroom with mood lighting. The cinema room with bar has an adjoining bathroom and kitchen to provide self-contained entertainment space. Alternatively, it could provide private staff accommodation. The property is approached via a private road and is bounded by high hedging. Gardens encircle the house and offer beautifully maintained lawns and mature shrubs. French doors lead out from the pool building to the terrace and hot tub and round to a covered outdoor entertaining terrace incorporating a barbecue area and pizza oven. At the highest point of the garden, within a wooded area, is a Scandinavian timber cabin with wood burner set on its own terrace and providing a superb secret escape for grown-ups and children alike. ith town amenities, wild moors and dramatic waterways all on the doorstep, Portland House is the ultimate dream home.
LOCATION: olsingham is a charming Dales market town situated by the River ear on the edge of the unspoilt North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, The surrounding rural area is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and the stunning surrounding scenery is linked by a network of public footpaths, ideal for walking and cycling. olsingham provides a good range of everyday facilities including doctors and dentists surgeries, chemist, independent grocers and other local businesses. For schooling the village offers olsingham Primary School and olsingham School & Community College. AMENITIES: Portland House is approached through a stone-pillared entrance with two sets of electric gates and intercom system. The block-paved drive leads to the rear of the property where there is a turning and parking area with space for several cars in addition to the triple garage. AGENTS NOTES: Gas underfloor heating Mains ater and Drainage EER: C69 Council Tax Band: H Tenure: Freehold VIEINGS: Via Fine and Country, Durham Tel: 0191 384 2277
Portland House Balcony Kitchen/ Breakfast Room 30'1 x 27'0 9.16 x 8.23m Master Bedroom 26'11 x 13'2 8.20 x 4.02m Dining Room 35'2 x 19'8 10.72 x 6.00m Drawing Room 35'4 x 19'8 10.78 x 5.99m Bedroom 20'0 x 18'1 6.09 x 5.50m Dressing Room Bedroom 20'10 x 19'11 6.36 x 6.08m DN DN UP Cloaks UP Gym 27'2 x 15'11 8.29 x 4.84m DN Study 27'0 x 19'11 8.24 x 6.08m Utility Room C Swimming Pool 58'0 x 24'5 17.67 x 7.44m Bedroom 20'4 x 19'11 6.19 x 6.07m Bedroom 20'1 x 19'9 6.12 x 6.03m Sitting Room 28'6 x 12'0 8.70 x 3.66m Vx Vx Office 16'11 x 12'2 5.15 x 3.70m Vx Vx C UP GROUND FLOOR C Services Plant Room Steam Room Store FIRST FLOOR Kitchen/ Dining Room DN SECOND FLOOR Garage Room 21'5 x 9'11 6.53 x 3.02m SKETCH PLAN NOT TO SCALE FOR IDENTIFICATION ONLY The placement and size of all walls, doors, windows, staircases and fixtures are only approximate and cannot be relied upon as anything other than an illustration for guidance purposes only. No representation has been made by the seller, the agent or PotterPlans www.potterplans.co.uk C Double Garage 21'6 x 19'3 6.55 x 5.87m Bar/ Cinema Room 20'3 x 15'4 6.17 x 4.67m For clarification we wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sales particulars as a general guide. e have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes should not be relied upon for carpets and furnishings, if there are important matters which are likely to affect your decision to buy, please contact us before viewing the property.
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