5 Bed Villa House For Sale Upper Ladyes Hill, Kenilworth, CV8

Step into timeless elegance at Stanford House: a Grade II listed Five-bedroom Victorian gem in Kenilworth. GIA of 4617sqft (428sqm) Modern comforts blend seamlessly with historic charm. Recently renovated, extended, and featuring a newly built coach house/annex. Your quintessential Warwickshire retreat awaits…

Accommodation Summary
Nestled in the heart of the historic town of Kenilworth, on the edge of Kenilworth Old Town, Stanford House stands on an elevated plot as a proud symbol of history and elegance. Built in 1815, this Grade II listed Victorian house is steeped in heritage and nestled within a plot of 1/3 acre on Upper Ladyes Hill, Kenilworth. As you approach Stanford House, the timeless charm of its Victorian facade captivates, offering a glimpse into a bygone era.

Approaching Stanford House, you will be struck by its timeless Victorian charm. Once home to Mrs. McEwans Day School, this historic building has been thoughtfully restored to its former glory. From the moment you step inside, you will be greeted by a sense of warmth and welcome.

The interior is a testament to Victorian craftsmanship, with ornate details such as oak flooring, original coving, pine internal doors, original banister staircase, original bell system, panelled walls, and spacious rooms that invite you to linger.

The grand entrance hallway leads to the living room, dining room and snug that overlook the front gardens, while the sitting room, garden room, and study offer peaceful views of the lush rear greenery outside. Further along the entrance hall is the doorway down to the single chamber cellar and guest cloakroom. The kitchen and utility room sit to the side of the house and the kitchen provides modern fitted hi gloss units, granite worktops, built in twin ovens, central island, feature inglenook with hob and extractor and stainless-steel sink under the sash window overlooking the gardens and space for dishwasher and fridge freezer. The separate utility room consists of beech fronted units, single sink unit and boiler with space for washing machine and dryer and a hallway off and back door opening onto the side garden.

Upstairs, there is a galleried landing with feature lantern leading to five well-appointed bedrooms, main bathroom and guest en-suite provide ample space for family and guests. The principal suite boasts dual dressing rooms and an en-suite bathroom, offering a luxurious retreat after a long day. There is also access from one of the bedrooms to the bonus attic/loft room that has been primarily used as a children’s playroom/den.

In addition to its timeless charm and modern amenities, Stanford House boasts a comprehensive list of recent works, including a full electrical re-wire, new drains front and rear, new roofs, new plumbing and boiler system, damp proofing, underpinning to the front corner elevation, new insulation to roof and walls of the attic/loft room, a new rear extension, newly built coach house/annex and a new heated swimming pool with decking.

Outside, the gardens are a haven of tranquillity, with a partially walled garden, mature trees, colourful flowers, and manicured lawns that provide the perfect backdrop for outdoor gatherings and a discreetly located small, heated swimming pool with decked terrace. There is also an ancillary coach house/annex with garaging, spanning 80 sqm (861sqft), offering additional space for work or leisure, complementing the main residence perfectly and accessed through electric gates to the rear of the property. To the front of the property there is a further large, detached garage and driveway for parking and private drive that serves all the Victorian houses that surround The Dell, a secluded private woodland with full access to all owners of Upper Ladyes Hill.

Welcome home to Stanford House, where the best of Kenilworth's past and present converge to create a truly exceptional living experience.

Location
Kenilworth is renowned for its majestic Castle, Abbey fields, abundance of independent and high street shops, bars, cozy bistros, and upscale dining establishments such as The Cross Pub with a Michelin star. Kenilworth’s conveniently located train station offers seamless connectivity to Coventry Station, from where London Euston is just a swift 60-minute journey away. Situated at the crossroads of Warwickshire, Kenilworth provides effortless access to the motorway network of M40, M42 and M69, M6 and M1 and is a mere stone's throw from Birmingham International Airport, ensuring convenient travel options for residents and visitors alike. There is the new Park Hill junior and secondary school and Warwick University 5 minutes by car being ranked 10th best in the country.

Services and Property Information
Services – The property is believed to be connected to mains water, electricity, gas, and drainage.
Mobile phone coverage – 4G mobile phone coverage is available in the area. We advise you check with your provider.
Broadband availability – FTTC Superfast Fibre Broadband is available in the area with maximum download speeds of 80 Mbps and maximum upload speeds of 20 Mbps. We advise you check with your provider.
Local authority – Warwick District Council
Construction type – Standard
Property notes – The property is situated in a conservation area.

Tenure: Freehold | EPC: D | Tax Band: G

For more information or to arrange a viewing, contact Sarah Garland at Fine & Country Leamington Spa.