Nestled within the idyllic Cotswold landscape, Lyegrove stands as a testament to centuries of history and refinement.
This enchanting country house, boasting famous formal gardens, invites you to step into a world where the past seamlessly intertwines with the present. The estate is on the market for £12,500,000 listed with Bluebook Agency.
The roots of Lyegrove trace back over three centuries, with the first recorded mention by Sir Robert Atkyns in ‘The Ancient and Present state of Gloucestershire.’ The manor house, erected in the early 17th century, has undergone a series of alterations and additions, resulting in the splendid Lyegrove we see today. The carved fireplace in the drawing room, dating back to around 1728, adds a touch of historical grandeur.
In 1830, the Hartley family embarked on a significant restoration, introducing long sashed windows and modifying the east wing. A classic stable block, emblematic of the fashionable households of the time, was added in 1856. Lyegrove later became part of the renowned Badminton Estate, with the 14th Earl and Countess of Westmorland purchasing it in 1926. Their enhancements, including a distinctive porch and shields bearing the Westmorland crest, added further character to the property.
Lyegrove’s fame extends beyond its walls to its gardens, celebrated in publications like ‘Great Gardens of Britain.’ Described as “a garden laid out like a Persian carpet,” these grounds have achieved international acclaim for their beauty. The current owners have dutifully continued this tradition, ensuring that both the house and gardens radiate an elegance rarely witnessed.
Approaching Lyegrove through fine gates and a tree-lined avenue sets the stage for the grandeur within. The house is a masterpiece of architectural harmony, with a grass forecourt leading to an elaborate stone porch. The interior, arranged around a central courtyard, showcases spacious, south-facing reception rooms that effortlessly flow into one another.
The first floor mirrors the ground floor’s layout, hosting a principal bedroom suite, five additional bedroom suites, and a magnificent library. The second floor offers flexibility, whether as a self-contained unit or additional bedrooms. A self-contained one-bedroom flat on the ground floor provides versatility as a guest suite or staff flat.
Lyegrove’s rural splendor doesn’t sacrifice convenience. Just a short drive from Chipping Sodbury, with Tetbury, Malmesbury, and Bath offering comprehensive shopping, the property is exceptionally well-connected. Railway stations at Chippenham and Bath provide fast rail services to Paddington, while the nearby M4 (Junction 18) facilitates swift access to Bristol and London.
All photos belong to the listing agency.
As anyone with an affinity for style can confirm, fashion and interiors have been and…
If you are a design lover, chances are, you already know what Round Top is,…
Plenty of people with an affinity for older things fill their homes with antique collections,…
For anyone without a calendar in front of them, you may not know that Labor…
August was a busy month for my family, from welcoming Baby William to the many…
When it comes to finding diamonds in the rough (and on the cheap), there is…