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7 bedroom detached house for sale
Rydal Mount, Rydal, Ambleside, LA22 9LU
£2,500,000
Rydal Mount, Rydal, Ambleside, LA22 9LU
£2,500,000
Our Summary
- Home* Historic Victorian property with 17th-century elements* A timeless home with a literary legacy* This extraordinary home is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of England's heritage, surrounded by some of the country's most stunning landscapes* Grade I listed home; Grade II listed outbuildings* 7 bedrooms in the main house, 2 additional bedrooms in a separate annexe* 4 reception rooms, 3 bathrooms* Single-glazed original windows preserving the period character* Fabulous drawing room - a centrepiece of the home* Scope to be an amazing family home, or to keep it running as a successful businessServices* Mains water and electricity* Private drainage: Septic tank* Heating: Oil-fired central heating* Security: Interlinked fire alarm system, emergency lighting, intruder alarm* Internet: High-speed connection available* All phone network providers reach the homeGarden & Grounds* 5 acres of stunning grounds* Gardens designed by William Wordsworth* Key outdoor features:* Summer house* Ancient mound* Garages, tool sheds, wood storage, gardener's shed, tearoom* Tennis court shed* South-facing aspect - ideal sunlight throughout the day* Extensive parkingTop 3 Features:1
Description
This historic Victorian property, Rydal Mount, is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of England's heritage. Once the home of legendary poet William Wordsworth, the property boasts 7 bedrooms in the main house and 2 additional bedrooms in a separate annexe, as well as 4 reception rooms and 3 bathrooms. The property's original features, including single-glazed windows and oil-fired central heating, preserve its period character. The stunning gardens, designed by Wordsworth himself, offer breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and feature a summer house, ancient mound, and tennis court shed. With its literary legacy, beautiful gardens, and fabulous drawing room, Rydal Mount is a timeless home that is utterly captivating from the moment you arrive.