Sylvanfield House, Gulf Lane, Hillsborough BT26 6EL

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 Sylvanfield House is a most charming traditional residence with contemporary style in abundance. Set in the heart of County Down, yet close to the historic village of Hillsborough, its proximity to the nearby A1 allows easy access to Lisburn, Belfast and the new cross border road network making Dublin only 90 mins away.

Designed by the renowned architectural practice Warwick Stewart Architects, Sylvanfield House enjoys an open aspect over a rolling countryside from its tree lined , mature setting. Blending traditional materials with the highest modern day specification, the generous free flowing accommodation extends to circa. 4000 Sq Ft.

This property has been designed, constructed and finished to satisfy the aspirations of the discerning buyer. The detailed specification and quality of finish will delight as much in lifestyle afforded, as aesthetic sensibility.

From first view, it is clear that the vision has been to create a property that retains vernacular provenance, whilst providing contemporary space and style. Internally the property flows from the ornate doorway, through the black and white tiled vestibule, to the hall featuring curved walls andstaircase that give way in turn to a grand living room, dining room and study.

The living room features a bay window, feature limestone fireplace and double doors on to the sun terrace. The dining room opens to the hall following the curves of the stairs and study wall and also has a feature fireplace. Offset from this is the study providing an excellent home office or library area to relax in.

Moving into the heart of the house, past the cloakroom and WC,the kitchen and living / dining area reveal themselves. The kitchen of Sylvanfield House is truly something very special. Commissioned from Halstock Cabinet Makers of Somerset in England, the kitchen will appeal to those who understand the beauty of combining design and functionality with the joy of beautifully honed wood. The kitchen at Sylvanfield House, has features that truly delight. There is a curved corner ‘walk in’ larder with integral granite cold slab, a key hole shaped island comprising crown cut American Black Walnut with Mazur Birch and Burr Walnut veneers that display the exquisite patinas of the wood. The work tops are of Verde Olivio and honed black granite with an end grain Maple chopping board. Beautifully crafted wood is a feature of the kitchen with drawer boxes in Beech and a solid Walnut window seat. As one would expect from such a kitchen it further comprises a four oven Aga, Villeroy & Boch sink with Perrin & Rowe taps, waste disposal, granite splash back and a fully fitted range of Miele and Siemens appliances including a gas cooking hob. With a hand painted Farrow &Ball lime white finish to compliment the wood, this is a kitchen that can only result in great culinary inspiration and is a joy to be in. For more information on the designers and makers of the kitchen for Sylvanfield House go to www.halstock.com

Extending from the kitchen is the casual dining and living area. This is a great space, where light floods in from large feature windows and from the eight panel glass window light in the centre of the double height ceiling. Double doors open onto the sun terrace that will be ideal for summer entertaining. The room is also the hub for home entertainment and the entire house is wired for a high specification audio and visual system including active ceiling speakers, ipod dock, multi source allowing the connection of phones, televisions and computers etc.

Set, just off this area, is the utility room, cloakroom and double door access to the courtyard entrance of the house. From here is accessed  the double garage and stairway to the large living space above this.This has multiple uses from a further bedroom to a play room or a consulting room as it has separate external access.

The double garage and living space above have been crafted by stone masons to deliver a truly exceptional stone built section to the house. Drawing inspiration from the vernacular stone buildings of the surrounding countryside, the end result is that of a building that looks and feels part of the landscape for generations. The offset features of red brick are traditional and from a reclaimed source, which combined with the green slate roof will delight all those who appreciate the beauty and heritage of such work. From the ground floor ascending the curving staircase with maple handrail one arrives at a spacious landing on the first floor. From here radiate out the bedroom accommodation and bathroom.

The master bedroom suite is being created with those in mind who want somewhere to retreat to after a long day to relax in comfort and style. The bedroom is spacious and classically romantic with a balcony and double doors next to a feature fire place. Set to one side of the room isthe dressing room and the en suite bathroom .

There are three further bedrooms each of which are spacious and one also has a large en suite. There is a large bathroom on the first floor which features a wet room style shower with six shower heads set into the marble tiling. The bathroom and en suites feature sanitary ware, baths and showers by Sottini, Kohler and Duravit. A large walk in hot press with shelving completes the first floor.

The finishes are of the order one would expect in a house of this stature. Features include solid wood double glazed sash windows, recessed window surrounds and ceiling heights usually onlyencountered in period dwellings. There is under floor heating throughout the house and the floors have appropriate mixes of polished porcelain tiles, white oak flooring and quality carpet to enhance the practical and homely nature of the property. There is an alarm system, electric gates with intercom and oil fired central heating system. Sockets, switches and door handles are satin nickel as are the sash window latches.

Externally Sylvanfield House is landscaped with specimen trees and shrubs, a paved sun terrace and a cobbled courtyard. The house is finished in a coloured render for ease of maintenance and decorated internally and externally as appropriate.

There is an NHBC ten year guarantee.

Sylvanfield House is that rare combination of the idyllic country home with contemporary design and accommodation to suit every requirement.