Splendid five-acre property nestled in the most charming Leicestershire village
Historic Horninghold Hall Hits the Market for Over £3.95 Million
Nestled in the picturesque upper Welland Valley, seven miles north-east of Market Harborough, Leicestershire, and four miles south-west of Uppingham, Rutland, the enchanting Horninghold Hall has been launched onto the market by Stephen King of Market Harborough-based King West.
Originally a 17th-century farmhouse, Horninghold Hall underwent a significant transformation in the 1880s, with Thomas Hardcastle of nearby Blaston Hall credited for the conversion. The main house, extensively refurbished and improved recently, boasts approximately 6,750 square feet of stylish, well-planned living space.
Upon entering the grand main house, one is greeted by a central reception hall, leading to an elegant drawing room, a dining room, a study, a comfortable snug, a restored Victorian orangery, a kitchen by Harborough Kitchens, a large family room (formerly a snooker room), and a principal bedroom suite with two bathrooms.
The accommodation doesn't stop there. Additional accommodation is provided in the detached one-bedroom Brook Cottage and four refurbished apartments in the former stable block.
The gardens surrounding Horninghold Hall are a sight to behold, featuring pristine, south-facing lawns, mature specimen trees, and a laurel shelter-belt to the driveway for maximum privacy. Thomas's son, T. A. Hardcastle, completed the remodelling of Horninghold into a 'garden village' after Thomas's death in 1902.
Thomas Hardcastle added a bay-windowed Victorian stone front and extensive red-brick stables to Horninghold Hall in 1882. Alexander Cross, who rented the house before buying the Horninghold estate in 1916, reputedly kept as many as 30 hunters at Horninghold Hall.
Modern casements have been installed into the stone mullions of the house's windows, and a central heating upgrade and a new roof have been added to the main house. The main living space is hardwired for television and internet, with Gigaclear technology providing excellent data speeds.
The River Welland flows through the village, adding to its serene charm. The village center of Horninghold has a triangular green with a village sign made of oak, paid for with prize money won when the village was judged 'the prettiest in Leicestershire' in 1953.
For those interested in delving deeper into the history of Horninghold Hall, local historical records, newspapers, deeds, or other documents from the time period could provide valuable insights. Local genealogical societies often have extensive knowledge and resources about local properties and their histories.
With an asking price of 'offers in excess of £3.95 million', Horninghold Hall presents a unique opportunity for those seeking a historic home in a picturesque setting.
This historic property, Horninghold Hall, offers a stylish home-and-garden lifestyle for its future owners, with approximately 6,750 square feet of renovated living space and stunning gardens featuring pristine lawns, mature trees, and a 'garden village' design inspired by Thomas Hardcastle. Potential buyers may find interesting historical insights about the property through local records, newspapers, deeds, or genealogical societies, making this unique offering a perfect blend of legacy and contemporary living.
