WITTON HALL WITTON-LE-WEAR I COUNTY DURHAM
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WITTON HALL This exquisitely designed neo-georgian country house was built between 1995 and 1997 and succeeds in reflecting classic Georgian elements, with exceptional friezes, frescos, marquetry and beautiful Italian marbles, alongside some of the highest calibre modern appointments. A sweeping driveway leads up through (remote controlled) double gates through an imposing stone arch and onto a wide turning circle, with central fountain, in front of a classical stone pillared portico above the main entrance. The central reception hall is punctuated by an outstanding staircase with wrought iron balusters and polished brass handrail which curves up to an oval galleried landing with wonderful fresco ceiling. Classical architraves surround a series of polished burr walnut panelled doors with gold furniture which provides access to all principal rooms on both the ground and first floor. The interior is not only well appointed but also beautifully proportioned with a formal drawing room with white marble fire surround; Dining room, also with a beautiful dual coloured marble fireplace, which in turn provides access through to the orangery with classically inspired frescos and doors leading out to the garden. There is a beautiful walnut lined study with square paned timbered ceiling and the kitchen, a central focal point of the ground floor, which has been refitted with an exceptional range of contemporary units and an impressive marble topped island unit. Double doors open out below a small portico onto the ballustraded south terrace. Ancillary accommodation on the ground floor includes an excellent laundry/utility room, cloakroom and separate w.c. together with an enclosed corridor leading through to the leisure wing. Bedroom accommodation is laid out over the first floor and all accessed from stunning oval galleried landing. There is lift access from the ground floor and a further enclosed staircase leading up to the second floor with six ancillary attic rooms offering potential for further expansion if desired. 4
The principal bedroom suite is quite outstanding and includes a double bedroom with dual aspect, sitting room with double doors opening onto a balcony overlooking the garden, dressing room with walk-in wardrobe and separate w.c. and en-suite bathroom. A second bathroom adjacent can either ensuite or access from the main landing if required. There area further three bedroom suites each with a dressing area and full en-suite bathroom. OUTSIDE The five bay garage block with central clock tower is a commanding feature in itself. Automatic doors access space for up to six vehicles and a separate detached single garage is currently utilised as a useful laundry for the rental apartments. The tennis court is flanked by a covered bar/barbeque area and the grounds and gardens extend on all sides of the hall including a variety of well designed landscaped areas, sunken garden and a sweeping flight of stone balustraded steps leading down from the south terrace to the main entrance. LEISURE WING This is a quite outstanding facility and is accessed internally from the main house via a link corridor with conservatory style aspect and fish pool with waterfall feature. The leisure wing includes a heated oval swimming pool, ballroom with oval sprung dance floor, gymnasium with sauna, separate ladies and gents shower facilities and an outstanding mezzanine games room with dry bar area. APARTMENTS A series of ancillary buildings to the edge of the main courtyard have been converted into four separate holiday rental units. There are two ground floor and two first floor apartments together with an enclosed flagged terrace area with covered hot tub. Three of the apartments offer exceptionally well appointed one bedroom accommodation with separate living room and kitchen area together with large walk-in shower room. The fourth apartment is more extensive incorporating three bedroom accommodation with a similarly high quality fit and finish. 5
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DIRECTORY REFERENCES Bang & Olufson sound systems are incorporated throughout the house including underwater sound system for the swimming pool. TENURE Freehold IMPORTANT NOTICE Foster Maddison, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: LOCATION DL14 0AZ 1.They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. SERVICES Mains water, electricity are connected to the property. COUNCIL TAX Band H HEATING Oil fired central heating with underfloor heating through the main accommodation. The apartments have electric space heating and hot water. OFFICE REF 03853 142 Manor House Road, Jesmond Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 2NA tel 0191 281 8339 jesmond@fostermaddison.co.uk www.fostermaddison.co.uk DETAILS PREPARED March 2018 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Foster Maddison has not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.