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Hollins Lane | Bay Horse | Lancaster | LA2 9DB

Foxholes

19 Castle Hill, Lancaster LA1 1YN

sales@fi neandcountry-lakes.co.uk

Tel: +44 (0)1524 380560

Fine & Country

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Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies

specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of

luxury residential property. With offices in the UK,

Ireland, The Channel Islands, France, Spain, Hungary,

Portugal, Russia, Dubai, Egypt, South Africa, West

Africa and Namibia we combine the widespread

exposure of the international marketplace with the

local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected

independent property professionals.

Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive

properties require a more compelling, sophisticated

and intelligent presentation - leading to a common,

yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy

emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property.

This unique approach to luxury homes marketing

delivers high quality, intelligent and creative concepts

for property promotion combined with the latest

technology and marketing techniques.

We understand moving home is one of the most

important decisions you make; your home is both

a financial and emotional investment. With Fine &

Country you benefit from the local knowledge,

experience, expertise and contacts of

a well trained, educated and courteous team of

professionals, working to make the sale or purchase

of your property as stress free as possible.

FINE & COUNTRY

‘A magnificent example of Georgian and Victorian architecture’

FOXHOLES


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Originally built in 1779 and later remodelled between 1831 and 1847 in

the “picturesque style” as a larger mansion to create an imposing gentleman’s

residence, Foxholes is a magnifi cent example of Georgian and Victorian

architecture. Many original features remain including decorative oak panelling,

staircase, feature marble fi replaces, antique chandeliers, parquet fl ooring

and ornate plasterwork to the walls and ceilings.



Foxholes was the former seat of the Talbot family and after the First World

War, valuable house contents were subject to a two day auction sale. In

1922 Foxholes was sold to a local doctor who used it as a home and

surgery. In the 1950s it became “The Foxholes Hotel” and later a care

home. After a number of years in decline, the property was purchased in

2006 by the current owners who have spent a great deal of time and

effort to sympathetically restore its former glory and to enhance for

modern living.

This grand stately home is impressive from the outset with a choice of

two entrance gates leading onto the tarmac drive that affords ample secure

parking. Stone steps leads up to the modern glazed entrance porch and

further into the strikingly handsome dining hall. Setting the tone for this

historic home, the dining hall is rich in impressive period features including

wooden panelling to the walls, parquet flooring and detailed plasterwork

to the walls and high ceilings. . Having a fireplace in every room was

common to the era and amazingly, many of the original fireplaces at

Foxholes have been retained and restored. Arguably the most impressive

is that of the dining hall that is unified into the wooden panelling with a

stone surround and hearth.

Leading on into the games room which features tall sash windows with

pretty original shutters, intricate plasterwork and an imperial white marble

fireplace. The conservatory that was added 8 years ago is fully glazed with

attractive oak effect internal frames and a stunning garden outlook.


Part of the original Georgian build, the formal drawing room to the house

enjoys grand proportions with high ceilings and rich ornate plasterwork.

The tall bay windows look out over the landscaped rear garden and original

period features include exposed wooden floorboards, beautiful chandeliers

and a unique decorative painted wooden fireplace with pretty tiled surround

and hearth. There is also a cosy snug, a more informal reception space

with gas fire set within a restored slate and wooden surround. The large

family kitchen is bright and spacious with classic handmade painted solid

wood wall, drawer and base units. High quality fitted appliances include

NEFF double oven with grills, warming drawer, coffee machine, microwave,

induction hob and a 3 door AGA set within a tiled inglenook. The double

belfast sink enjoys a lovely outlook over the rear lawn and there is a rear

glazed porch that provides access onto the patio and is a lovely tranquil

spot from which to enjoy a morning coffee whilst looking out over the

manicured garden. Located just off the kitchen there is a useful utility room

with space for a washing machine, dryer and American style fridge freezer.

Steps also lead down into a breakfast room which affords space for

occasional dining furniture. Further accommodation to the ground floor

includes a home office, butler’s pantry, WC, controls room and a back

entrance hall with fitted storage cupboards creating an ideal cloaks area

with access onto the front drive.






The grand wooden staircase regally leads up from the dining hall to the

spacious landing which is fi lled with light afforded via two stained glass and

leaded sunlights. There are a total of fi ve double bedrooms on this fl oor

and fi ne period features are again a regular occurrence across with a

selection of original fi replaces and intricate egg and dart plasterwork. The

master suite enjoys a spacious and light fi lled dressing room and very

generously sized ensuite which includes both an impressive freestanding

oval bath and walk-in rain shower. The bedroom enjoys a beautiful garden

aspect which can be enjoyed sat affront the large bay windows, with views

continuing to stretch into the surrounding countryside. Three of the other

bedrooms on this fl oor also benefi t from ensuites and one from an adjoining

dressing room. There is a fi fth bedroom on this fl oor currently being used

as a gym. The landing also provides access into a linen cupboard and under

stairs storage space. An inner landing conceals the former servant’s staircase

that begins on the ground fl oor and continues up to the second fl oor

landing. This additional fl oor is ideal for larger families and boasts a further

four bedrooms, three doubles and a single, and a family shower room. This

is a fantastic and versatile space that could be used for a number of

purposes, whether that is as bedrooms for older children, guests or even

as home offi ces tucked away from the main hustle and bustle of the house.





ANNEXE

Foxholes is also ideal for those with dependant relatives as there is a lovely

annexe that benefi ts from its own external access or can be internally

accessed via the back entrance hall. Accommodation includes an open

plan living dining room, kitchen and a fi rst fl oor master suite that includes

a double bedroom, dressing room and a fully tiled ensuite shower room.

Alternatively, the dressing room could also be used as a second double

bedroom.

The surrounding grounds amount to 0.87 acres and have been carefully

designed by the current owners. They now present a wonder of visually

attractive gardens and lawns that feature an array of vibrant plants, fl owers

and trees, including some of those originally planted specimen trees and

rhododendrons. The raised patio overlooks the well kept lawn and adjoining

rose garden and a path leads to a lower terrace with traditional fl ower

borders and a seating area. Practically, there is ample space for parking on

the driveway and an attached double garage at the front. Also within the

grounds, there is a further garage block for up to four cars.





DirectionsLeaving the M6 at J33, take the 1st exit onto Preston Lancaster Road. Take the 2nd left hand turn shortly after exiting the roundabout, heading towards Dolphinholme. Continue for approx. 0.6 miles and then turn left following signs to Caton/ Quernmore. Continue for approx. 0.4 miles and the private entrance to Foxholes can be found on your right hand side.

Services Mains water & electricOil fi red central heatingSeptic tank drainage

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Agents Notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on.

The fi xtures, fi ttings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are

reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the

brochure. Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 4270819 Registered Offi ce: Ellerthwaite Square, Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 1DU



Fine & Country is a global network of estate agencies

specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of

luxury residential property. With offices in the UK,

Ireland, The Channel Islands, France, Spain, Hungary,

Portugal, Russia, Dubai, Egypt, South Africa, West

Africa and Namibia we combine the widespread

exposure of the international marketplace with the

local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected

independent property professionals.

Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive

properties require a more compelling, sophisticated

and intelligent presentation - leading to a common,

yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy

emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property.

This unique approach to luxury homes marketing

delivers high quality, intelligent and creative concepts

for property promotion combined with the latest

technology and marketing techniques.

We understand moving home is one of the most

important decisions you make; your home is both

a financial and emotional investment. With Fine &

Country you benefit from the local knowledge,

experience, expertise and contacts of

a well trained, educated and courteous team of

professionals, working to make the sale or purchase

of your property as stress free as possible.

FINE & COUNTRY

‘A magnificent example of Georgian and Victorian architecture’

FOXHOLES


Hollins Lane | Bay Horse | Lancaster | LA2 9DB

Foxholes

19 Castle Hill, Lancaster LA1 1YN

sales@fi neandcountry-lakes.co.uk

Tel: +44 (0)1524 380560

Fine & Country


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