Priors Hardwick, Near Southam, CV47

High Lane House is a substantial Horton stone period home with mullion leaded windows, dating in part from the 1600s. Extending to over 5,000 sq ft across two floors, the light-filled accommodation includes a separate annexe and has been meticulously renovated over the past 15 years, retaining a wealth of original features such as exposed beams, oak floors and doors, original brickwork and cast iron radiators, complemented by integrated sound systems.

The ground floor offers a well-balanced arrangement of reception rooms, including a large family room opening onto the terraces and gardens, a double-aspect kitchen/breakfast room fitted with hand-built Wycliffe oak units, granite worktops and an Aga, and a series of interconnecting dining, drawing and reception rooms, many enjoying garden views and access to outside. Feature fireplaces, including an inglenook, add further character throughout.

A notable feature of the house is the impressive indoor spa complex, comprising a swimming pool, jacuzzi, wet room and changing facilities, with direct access to a sun terrace and lake beyond. Above, a mezzanine level incorporates a fully equipped gym and sitting area with bar and balcony overlooking the water, with scope for further bedroom accommodation if required.

The principal bedroom suites are arranged in the east wing, including three double bedrooms, all with en suite facilities. The principal suite benefits from a dressing area and freestanding bath, while a further study or additional bedroom is located off the galleried landing. The house is comprehensively protected by a Chubb security system and CCTV throughout.

Set above the detached double garage, the annexe provides independent accommodation with a double bedroom, en suite shower room and open-plan kitchen/living space overlooking the lake, making it ideal for guests, staff or ancillary use.

Outside

High Lane House is set within approximately 1.74 acres of beautifully landscaped gardens, thoughtfully designed to create both visual impact and a strong sense of privacy. The grounds are centred around a charming lake, crossed by an ornamental bridge and edged with an impressive selection of marginal planting, including a striking expanse of Gunnera. A waterfall feature, complemented by extensive lighting, provides a particularly atmospheric focal point, especially during the evening.

The gardens are predominantly laid to sweeping lawns framed by deep, well-established shrub borders and an array of unusual specimen trees. Discreet floodlighting within the borders allows the gardens to be illuminated at night, enhancing both the planting and the natural contours of the land. To the rear of the house, a series of substantial stepped terraces offers an ideal setting for entertaining, overlooking a feature fish pond, all with lighting controlled from within the house.

The boundaries are largely defined by mature evergreen hedging, ensuring a high degree of seclusion, while the gently undulating lawns open out to far-reaching and attractive views across the surrounding landscape.

To the front, a tarmac driveway—illuminated by floodlighting and original lamp posts—provides ample parking. A substantial detached, tiled double garage with electrically operated doors offers generous space for storage and racking, and also houses a dedicated boiler serving the annexe.

Situation

Priors Hardwick is a pretty village situated on the borders of Warwickshire, Oxfordshire and Northamptonshire. The village has a 13th century church and a renowned restaurant, The Butchers Arms. Nearby towns of Banbury, Daventry, and Warwick offers shopping, leisure and educational facilities. The neighbouring village, Priors Marston has a popular primary school (an Academy Free School), offering free education to the children of Priors Hardwick and Priors Marston. Public and preparatory schools in the area including Rugby, Stowe, Warwick School, Tudor Hall, Bilton Grange
and Winchester House. Easy access to London and The North using either the M1 or M40 motorway, and trains from Rugby, or Leamington Spa into Birmingham and London Euston and from Banbury into Birmingham and London Marylebone. Birmingham Airport is approximately 30 miles away. Extensive shopping and commercial facilities are available within Banbury.

Mainline railway stations providing regular services to London and the North. Banbury to Marylebone (approximately 56 minutes peak time) and Rugby to Euston (approximately 55 minutes).

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Council Tax Band H.
Services
Mains water, electricity
Local Authority
Warwickshire County Council.