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Luxury Properties with Libraries: A Glimpse into Some Remarkable Homes
In the world of high-end real estate, properties with libraries are a sought-after treasure. These homes often boast bespoke wood-paneled rooms, extensive built-in bookshelves, and period architectural details. Here's a round-up of some remarkable properties currently on the market, each with its unique charm and features.
First on our list is a renovated Georgian townhouse in London's WC1N, priced at £8m with Savills. The exact details of its library are not disclosed, but the property is known for its double-height sash windows, detailed moulded cornicing, sanded wood floors, and a library with a gallery.
Moving to the countryside, we find Charles Hill Court in Tilford, Farnham, Surrey. Built in 1908 in an Anglo-French style, this property is listed with Knight Frank for £10m. The oval library, adorned with glass-fronted bookshelves and literary quotes in the plaster mouldings beneath the domed ceiling, is a standout feature. The property also includes 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3 receptions, a garden room, a gym, a gate lodge, a swimming pool, a tennis court, and sits on 17.64 acres.
In Gayton, Northampton, a Grade I-listed manor is priced at £2.95m with Savills. While details about the library are not available, the manor is surrounded by a moat and features stained-glass leaded-light windows and an oak-panelled library with built-in shelving.
Sydney Place, a renovated property in Bath, comprises the four principal floors of a Grade I-listed Georgian townhouse. Its 90ft walled garden, double-height sash windows with shutters, detailed moulded cornicing, sanded wood floors, open fireplaces, and a library with a gallery make it a must-see for luxury home enthusiasts. The property is priced at £3.25m.
In the South Downs National Park, a converted warehouse is listed for £1.6m with Knight Frank. Details about its library are not yet available, but the property offers a unique blend of modern living and historic charm.
The Blotting House in Iping, Midhurst, West Sussex, boasts a Georgian facade and a modern interior. Its large open-plan living area, a kitchen with a central island, a cinema room, a games room, a gym, a sauna, a hot tub, a swimming pool, a tennis court, and its location on 3.5 acres make it an attractive option. The property is priced at £4.5m.
Across the English Channel, two substantial 15th-century properties in Le Malzieu-Ville, France, are priced at €599k each with Mercure Groupe. Details about their libraries and other unique features are yet to be disclosed.
Lastly, Horselunges Manor, Hellingly, Hailsham, East Sussex, is a Grade I-listed 15th-century manor surrounded by a moat. Its oak-panelled library with built-in shelving and stained-glass leaded-light windows are just a few of its many charms. The property also includes a 2-bedroom annexe, a 2-bedroom cottage, a garage with a 3-bedroom flat above, and is situated on 26.61 acres. The exact price of this property is not currently available.
For detailed information about these properties, including current prices and unique features, consulting specialized luxury real estate listings, local estate agents, or property-specific sales records would be necessary. Public encyclopedic content, unfortunately, does not provide this detailed commercial data.
- The oval library in Charles Hill Court, with glass-fronted bookshelves and literary quotes in plaster mouldings, showcases the property's unique home-and-garden and lifestyle appeal.
- A library with a gallery, detailed moulded cornicing, sanded wood floors, and open fireplaces is an alluring property feature found in the renovated Georgian townhouse in Bath, adding to its charm and appeal in the home-and-garden and lifestyle realms.
