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6 bedroom house for sale
The Mount, Topcliffe, Thirsk
£895,000
The Mount, Topcliffe, Thirsk
£895,000
Our Summary
- The property includes a detached building with cobbled drive and courtyard, currently used as a garage/store/workshop and offering scope for improvement and development
- On Church Street, opposite the house, lies a detached building that offers significant potential for development
Description
This stunning Georgian townhouse, known as The Mount, boasts elegant interiors and a commanding position above the river Swale. The property's design follows the principles of order and symmetry characteristic of the best of Georgian domestic architecture, with tall windows looking out onto expansive riverside gardens on the leafy east bank of the river. The house has undergone a sympathetic programme of restoration and renovation, retaining its original period features, including fireplaces, plasterwork, and panelled doors. The property includes six bedrooms, a detached garage/store/workshop, and 1.4 acres of gardens and grounds, offering a tranquil and private sanctuary with far-reaching views of the river and surrounding countryside. The property's interior spaces are filled with natural light, and the kitchen is unfitted, allowing for a bespoke design. The gardens are a haven, with a copse, a wildlife corner, and endless opportunities for family sporting activities. The property also has full riparian rights and a pontoon on the river, providing opportunities for river swimming.