BRIEF HISTORY The earliest record of Aston Bury Manor (Formerly the Manor of Estone) dates its existence prior to the Norman conquest; consisting of a manor house, originally thought to have been a moated property, set in approximately 70 acres of countryside.
It was owned originally by the half brother of William the Conqueror, Bishop De Bayeaux an appears in the Doomsday book. It was confiscated when the Bishop tried to buy the Papal Chair from Rome in the absence of his brother- an offence for which he was imprisoned.
Henri 1st then became master of Aston bury in the early twelfth century, on the anniversary of his death, his second wife Queen Ad Eliza bequeathed the manor and its lands to Benedictine monks for use as a monastery.
It remained as such until the reformation when it was razed to the ground by order of Henry VIII Circa 1540.
Henry VIII gave the estate to Sir Philip Boteler and remained in the Boteler family for almost 300 years, during which time it was restored as a Jacobean mansion with alterations, repairs and a further extension in the 17th Century.
On the death of John Boteler in 1778 the property was sold to a wealthy wine merchant Sir Thomas Rumbold. Although it has changed hands several times since then it has remained as a residential property.
In the 1990's the property was converted into 11 apartments set in grounds of 17 acres and boasts a paddock two lakes and a tennis court.
PROPERTY INFORMATION The O' Brian Suite which forms part of the West Wing of a truly magnificent Jacobean Manor House and has over a thousand years of historical interest. Set within stunning communal grounds of approximately 17 acres this beautifully presented property offers a modern & bright feeling of space with its soft neutral contemporary style of decoration throughout. This superb and very attractive individual dwelling has deep red brick elevations and the most magnificent views across miles of open countryside. The accommodation comprises of on the ground floor: An entrance hall, downstairs cloakroom, a kitchen/ breakfast room with integrated appliances, rear hallway opening onto communal grounds and a drawing room with magnificent views. On the first floor there is a spacious landing, two good-sized bedrooms both having ensuite facilities (one of the ensuites could be converted into a third room if required - subject to planning consolation with the management company).
ENTRANCE HALL Access via hardwood part timber and part glazed leaded light front door, ceramic tiled floor, video entry phone, two inset ceiling spots and panelled door leading to; DOWNSTAIRS CLOAKROOM White modern suite comprising of a wash hand basin with tiled splash back, low level wc, ceramic tiled floor, leaded light opaque window to front. KITCHEN/ BREAKFAST ROOM 3.66m(12'0'') max x 3.66m(12'0'') max Well presented kitchen with an extensive range of light wood panelled oak units with roll top work surfaces and part tiled walls, concealed lighting, fitted AEG ceramic hob, with overhead extractor hood, AEG double oven and grill, integrated washing machine, dishwasher and fridge/ freezer, one and half bowl sink unit with white acrylic sink and Victorian style mixer tap with cupboards below, leaded light display cupboard, ceiling spot lights, telephone point, two double glazed leaded light windows that look onto the superb grounds and beyond, door to; REAR HALLWAY Built in airing cupboard housing a Megaflo hot water cylinder with immersion heater and slatted shelving, door with leaded light window providing access to the communal gardens. DRAWING ROOM 7.01m(23'0'') max x 5.26m(17'3'') max A spacious room with two leaded light windows that have superb views across the well tended and attractive walled gardens and countryside beyond, two radiators, TV aerial point, balustraded stairs to first floor. FIRST FLOOR LANDING A spacious landing area with a central approach and skylight to front, radiator, access to loft. BEDROOM ONE 4.50m(14'9'') max x 2.82m(9'3'') max (14'9'' x 9'3'' x 13' 8). Two fitted double wardrobes and cupboards with mirror fronted doors, radiator, telephone point, TV aerial point, leaded light window to rear with superb views over the communal walled gardens and countryside beyond. ENSUITE BATHROOM Recently re- fitted with a white modern contemporary suite comprising of a panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, vanity unit with inset wash hand basin, mixer tap and cupboard below, low level WC with a concealed cistern, fully tiled walls with attractive border tiling, ceramic tiled floor, chrome heated ladder style towel rail, leaded light window to rear. BEDROOM TWO 4.88m(16'0'') max x 4.52m(14'10'') max Dual aspect leaded light windows with superb countryside views to rear aspect, three radiators, two wall light points, TV aerial points. ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM Recently re- fitted with a modern white contemporary suite comprising of a double sized walk in shower cubicle with a fitted power shower and glass door, vanity unit with marble top together with an inset wash basin and drawers, low level wc and concealed cistern , fully tiled tiled walls with attractive border tiling, chrome heated ladder style towel rail, ceramic tiled floor, ceiling spot lights. GROUNDS There are superb landcaped gardens and grounds that extend to approximately 17 acres that have been well maintained to a high standard by the groundsmen and management company. There are an abundance of mature trees, flowers, plants and shrubs, two small lakes and a hard tennis court. Directly to the rear of the O'Brien Suite there is a southerly facing landscaped part walled garden with well tended lawn, mature fruit trees and a gravelled area providing seating. Furthermore there is a large paddock for the residents and all the residents have the use of a large conservatory situated in the main house overlooking the landscaped gardens- ideal for inviting guests to be entertained by prior appointment. DOUBLE GARAGE Situated just a short walk from the property there is a double garage with an up and over door that has power and light and overhead storage space. SERVICES There is mains gas, electricity and water with the gas heating being served by a communal boiler located in the boiler room. LEASE The lease is for 999 years and was dated 1st January 2006 . Please note that the Management Company are the owners of the Freehold of Astonbury Manor. EXPENDITURE AND CHARGES There are two management companies.
AB 1- Includes heating . water rates, building insurance, window cleaning, outside decoration and general maintenance.
AB 2- Includes maintenance of the garden and grounds.
The overall charge for both is approximately £5900 per annum. These particulars, whilst believed to be accurate are set out as a general outline only for guidance and do not constitute any part of an offer or contract. Intending purchasers should not rely on them as statements of representation of fact, but must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to their accuracy. No person in this firm's employment has the authority to make or give any representation or warranty in respect of the property.