Kings Newton Hall, Melbourne, Derby

An imposing Grade II Listed period house, steeped in history, in need of modernisation and situated in mature gardens on the edge of Melbourne.


Kings Newton Hall is an imposing Grade II Listed period house, steeped in history, in need of modernisation and situated in mature gardens and grounds on the edge of the much sought after market town of Melbourne.

Description
Kings Newton Hall is a distinguished property of great historical importance, having 16th century origins with significant modelling and architectural influences from throughout the 17th to 20th centuries. Having been built for the Hardinge family, the Hall comprises three storeys in H-plan design, is of mellow stone construction, displaying beautiful stonework, with quoins and stone mullion windows with hood moulds above. The southern elevation is particularly imposing, having gabled bays to either side of a wide central bay with impressive vestibule and front door. The Hall has been listed Grade II in recognition of its architectural importance.
Internally, the Hall presents many fine period features with rooms of grand proportions, a substantial and grand oak staircase, stone four-centred arched fireplaces, some splendid marble mantelpieces, stone arched door cases, ornate moulded ceilings and fine oak joinery and detailing throughout.

Historical Note
Kings Newton Hall possesses a rich history. Charles II is believed to have visited the Hall, and once it was sold to the Coke family and leased out, it was occupied successively by 'many individuals of high respectability'. Sadly, in mid-April 1859, the "Derby Mercury" reported that a fire had destroyed "one of the oldest and most interesting halls in Derbyshire". In 1910, Kings Newton Hall was conscientiously rebuilt and fully restored on the instructions of the railway magnate Sir Cecil Paget, and now displays many Arts and Crafts style features throughout.

Ground Floor
- An open vestibule leads into a grand reception hall with a stone fireplace and a splendid oak staircase rising to the first floor
- A formal dining room with marble fire surround and a drawing room displaying bespoke oak cabinetry, both taking in lovely views of the grounds and featuring fine ceiling mouldings
- A billiard room with oak window seats and a panelled morning room, perfectly placed for reconnection to the kitchen
- A generous and bright breakfast kitchen and an excellent range of domestic offices including an exceptional butlers pantry with an extensive range of fitted cabinetry
- A cellar with five stores

First Floor
- Two staircases access the first floor with the wide principal staircase featuring a magnificent three bay full height window on the half landing
- A substantial principal bedroom with dual aspect views over the grounds, and an adjoining bedroom/dressing room with built in oak cabinetry
- Four further bedrooms, a laundry room, two bathrooms and a WC

Second Floor
- Four bedrooms, three store rooms and two bathrooms; the perfect floor for creating childrens suites, games/study areas, playrooms or home offices

Gardens and Grounds
- Surrounding the hall are beautiful lawned gardens enclosed by a tall stone wall, mostly laid to lawn and edged by gravelled pathways
- The grounds are peppered with mature trees to include cedar of Lebanon, a holm oak, mulberry and a number of ancient yews
- A stone terrace accessed from the reception hall providing a lovely seating area
- A wonderful walled formal garden with mature borders, stone terracing and a delightful ornamental pool
- A two storey stone built summer house tucked away in a charming corner of the garden
- A large courtyard providing parking and a multi-purpose traditional barn for garaging or storage
- A grand pedestrian entrance to the hall via a fine pair of wrought iron gates, made in the Bakewell style

Note: The Lower Garden (Lot 2) extends to around 0.72 of an acre, and is available by separate negotiation

Situation
Kings Newton Hall is situated within the Kings Newton conservation area, on the edge of the attractive Georgian market town of Melbourne. Melbourne has a rich heritage, being recorded in the Domesday Book and seeing considerable expansion during Georgian times. The town has a fantastic range of independent shops, restaurants and pubs, along with a library, leisure centre, recreation ground and active Parish Council.

Communication links are very good with rapid access to the M1 and M42, and East Midlands Airport is about 5 miles away. East Midlands Parkway railway station is a short drive away near Kegworth, with direct trains to London St Pancras. There is a good selection of state and private schools in the area.

Fixtures and Fittings
All fixtures, fittings and furniture such as curtains, light fittings, garden ornaments and statuary are excluded from the sale. Some may be available by separate negotiation.

Services
Mains electricity, gas water and drainage are connected. Heating is by gas fired central heating.

None of the services or appliances, heating installations, plumbing or electrical systems have been tested by the selling agents.

The estimated fastest download speed currently achievable for the property postcode area is around 1000 Mbps] (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 04/04/2024). Actual service availability at the property or speeds received may be different.

We understand that the property is likely to have current mobile coverage (data taken from checker.ofcom.org.uk on 11/04/2024). Please note that actual services available may be different depending on the particular circumstances, precise location and network outages.

Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession.

Local Authority
South Derbyshire District Council

Council Tax Band: H

Public Rights of Way, Wayleaves and Easements
The property is sold subject to all rights of way, wayleaves and easements whether or not they are defined in this brochure.

Plans and Boundaries
The plans within these particulars are based on Ordnance Survey data and provided for reference only. They are believed to be correct but accuracy is not guaranteed. The purchaser shall be deemed to have full knowledge of all boundaries and the extent of ownership. Neither the vendor nor the vendors agents will be responsible for defining the boundaries or the ownership thereof.

The purchaser of Kings Newton Hall will be required to erect a tall dividing wall across the courtyard and a boundary at the bottom of the garden if Lot 2 is not part of the transaction. Further details available on request.

Viewings
Strictly by appointment through Fisher German LLP.

Directions
Postcode - DE73 8BX

What3words: ///regress.campers.shuttered