Barlow Fold House - Flipbook - Page 4
DESCRIPTION
From ornate cornicing to sweeping bay windows, the
past is ever present in this commanding 19th-century
home. Steeped in heritage, this former merchant’s house
has triumphantly survived any significant change in the
circa 180 years since it was first constructed, originally
commissioned by Lord Vernon for his estate manager
and later extended in 1879 by the esteemed architect
Alfred Derbyshire. Standing proud in over three acres of
landscaped gardens on the outskirts of Poynton, its vast
interior is a romantic exercise for reinvention, ready to
cultivate into what could be the most magnificent home.
For anyone looking to marry comfort with splendour, this
home melds the two. The wonderful sized reception rooms
are inherently open with walls that feature elegantly detailed
arches and period charm. The drawing room, with its
elevated position and wall-to-wall window, offers cinematic
views of the garden and brook. There are seven bedrooms
currently, also five bathrooms; a grand entrance and staircase
anchor it all. The lower ground floor presents further
adventure and could be restored into a smart new living
space that seamlessly connects to the lush outdoors. Even
though this is a big house there is a warm feeling, not only
for its architectural beauty but for the life it could bring.