The Lymes

OPEN DAY: SATURDAY 12TH SEPTEMBER 10.30AM - 1.30PM
A PROPER AND IMPORTANT DETACHED GEORGIAN HOUSE (4,000 SQUARE FEET) WITH A SUBSTANTIAL COACH HOUSE RANGE OF OUTBUIDINGS (1,400 SQUARE FEET), FORMALLY THE HOME OF THE ORIGINAL DOCTOR JOHN BELLYSE (1738 - 1828), IN A WONDERFUL GARDEN SETTING, 600 YARDS FROM THE VILLAGE CENTRE - NO ONWARD CHAIN
DESCRIPTION
The Lymes is an elegantly stunning detached house, constructed of brick with rendered elevations under a slate roof and the approach, off Woore Road, is over a gravelled drive and a flagged path via an impressive brick entrance. The principal part of the house dates back to the early 19th Century with a 17th Century wing to the rear. It is fully deserving of its Grade II listing (1330132). The accommodation is well proportioned and full of character, arranged over two floors with a barrelled cellar. There are coved ceilings, picture rails, bay windows, Minton tile floor, and a number of fireplaces. The Drawing Room is found within the Western wing, with twin bay windows, allowing superb views over the gardens, and a Clearview log burning stove in a fine Minster stone fireplace. Adjacent, and found within a large frontal bay, is the study with bookcases and access to the garden. On the first floor there are five double bedrooms. Most notable is the principal bedroom suite, with bathroom and dressing room. The dressing room could serve as a sixth bedroom if required. The accommodation has been fully modernised in recent years yet still retains all the inherent charm of its periods. It extends to about 4,000 square feet. Externally, the principal Coach House Range, comprises Garaging, Stable and Gym with Room above. This range of buildings extends to about 1,400 square feet and is suitable for conversion to an Annexe/Cottage for dependent relative or Home Office together with other uses subject to planning permission.
NB: Planning permission under reference 20/3374N was granted by Cheshire East on 19th August 2024 for a single storey courtyard extension, renovations and internal alterations.
Historical Note:
The Lymes was the home of the original Dr. John Bellyse (1738 - 1828). He was part of an eminent local medical dynasty. His son, Dr John Bellyse (1774 - 1850), also became a Doctor and and his grandson Dr. Richard Baker Bellyse (1809 - 1877). Dr Richard Baker Bellyse has a memorial monument in Audlem Village Square.
And finally, the gardens. Our clients have deeply invested in the house and indeed the gardens over the last five years. With expanses of well tendered lawn, stocked orchard, together with wildflower area, they are ideal for young children. There is a seating area enjoying views over the gardens towards the church. To the west is a large formal lawn, flanked by lime and pine trees with a flagged terrace outside the drawing room. There is no doubt that The Lymes represents an exceptionally rare buying opportunity within walking distance of Audlem village centre.