17 bedroom detached house for sale
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Property description & features
- Tenure: Freehold
- Grade II listed Hall
- Reception Hall
- Drawing Room
- Library
- Family Room
- Sitting Room
- Gym
- Conservatory
- Kitchen/Breakfast
- Utility
Expansive accommodation is provided over 2 main floors and boasts in total, eight reception rooms including a drawing room, sitting room, study, library, reception hallway and dining room with a gym, games room, ground floor bedroom and shower room. A spacious dining kitchen with adjoining conservatory also connects through to a utility room and there is a breathtaking internal arcade with arched bays, intricate tiled floor and plaster decorations. To the first floor, having climbed the grand oak staircase with gallery, there are ten bedrooms and six bathrooms. The bedrooms are large doubles many with leafy garden views to the front and side.
Having served as a cherished residence for the current owners who have painstakingly refurbished the hall over the last few years, it could remain as a grand house or subject to consents, Tallentire Hall emerges as a canvas for transformation—a prospect for a country house hotel, a captivating wedding venue with a potential restaurant, or even a distinguished corporate headquarters. Tallentire Hall also benefits from a premises licence currently used to offer a select wine list to guests of the holiday lettings.
Further enriching the appeal of the property, there are three charming cottages that are currently run as holiday lettings; The Hayloft (3 beds, 2 bath), Gamekeeper’s Cottage (3 beds, 2 bath) and The Gardener’s Cottage (1 bed, 1 bath). All properties are rated between 4 and 5 stars through Visit England and have received the Gold award. Letting details will be made available upon request subsequent to a viewing appointment.
A Lord of the Manor title, Lord of Tallentire, and the domain name tallentirehall.com with existing holiday accommodation website are available for sale by separate negotiation if required.
The Gardens and Grounds
Set amidst its expansive domain of approximately 11.28 acres, Tallentire Hall graces its own meticulously landscaped gardens and grounds. The front facade unfolds a picturesque vista, adorned with terraced lawns interspersed with mature and historic specimen trees and shrubs, creating a perfect and serene setting. There are views from the garden across the Solway Firth to the mountains of Galloway and to the Lake District mountains.
Tallentire Hall has the benefit of excellent equestrian facilities including a stable block and arena and a paddock which measures circa 2 acres.
Nestled on the northern fringes of the Lake District National Park, just beyond the charming town of Cockermouth which is renowned as the birthplace of William Wordsworth and the confluence point of the Rivers Cocker and Derwent, Tallentire Hall epitomizes a privileged connection to Cumbria’s rich heritage. Cockermouth, celebrated as one of the 51 towns recommended for preservation by the council for British architecture, stands as part of the National Heritage tapestry Only 26 miles northeast lies Carlisle, offering the convenience of a mainline railway station and M6 access. The scenic allure of Keswick, Derwent Water, Skiddaw, Bassenthwaite Lake, and Lorton Valley unfolds nearby within the expansive embrace of the
National Park.
Cockermouth itself is a haven of amenities, boasting a diverse array of services and shops. The town and its outskirts host a plethora of primary and secondary schools, ensuring a nurturing environment for education. Tallentire Hall, ensconced in breathtaking countryside, provides a gateway to a realm of sporting and leisure possibilities. Immerse yourself in the favoured pursuit of fell walking—a harmonious dance with Cumbria’s extraordinary beauty.
For those seeking aquatic pursuits, the Rivers Derwent and Eden offer rewarding salmon fishing, while the shimmering waters of Bassenthwaite Lake and the Solway Coast at Whitehaven (18 miles) invite sailing enthusiasts. Golf aficionados can tee off in style at Cockermouth’s own course, or venture to Silloth. Discover a lifestyle curated by history and nature at Tallentire Hall.
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