Steeped in history, oozing with elegance and sat over 11 acres of land, No 10 Cheverell’s House is an amazing property, currently on the market with Savills for £2,750,000. This prestigious house is on the cusp of the idyllic village of Markyate, bordering Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire, offering views of the beautiful countryside.
It was built in 1706 as the Dower House for the Sir Edward Sebright’s Beechwood Estate. It was the family’s home for over 260 years and was even visited by Queen Mary during her reign. While the majority of the focus will be on the house itself, its grounds have a connection to the renowned landscape architect and gardener, Capability Brown. He drew up proposals for the landscaping in 1754 and his distinctive style and character are still seen today, with examples of mature trees, including oaks, beech and Scots pines.
Property agent Lynn Ellis, from Savills in Harpenden, said: “Number 10 Cheverells House represents the major wing of what was once built as the Dower House for the Beechwood Estate. Today the property offers a great family space, with its own gated entrance and beautiful private garden. The moment you arrive you know the home is rather special. There is an immediate sense of style and grandeur, with elegant reception rooms offering plenty of light and space alongside period features including high ceilings, fluted columns and ornate fireplaces.
"There is also an impressive landing area on the first floor, off which three of the seven bedrooms can be found, including the principal suite which boasts a large ensuite with wonderful views over the gardens.”
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5. Gardens
Britain's most famous landscape gardener, Capability Brown, designed these incredible grounds - which show his distinct style of landscaping. Photo: Savills Harpenden
6. Hallway
This is quite the entrance hall to walk into...from here you can go upstairs to the seven bedrooms, right to the sitting room, straight ahead for that huge dining room or left for a spot on lunch in the kitchen. Safe to say there is plenty of space to drop your shopping before making it to the fridge. Photo: Savills Harpenden
7. Kitchen
The kitchen has a spacious island leads to a breakfast room, a boot room and the utility. It looks like lots of delicious food could be cooked on that stove top, and imagine the smell of freshly baked scones wafting through the house! Heavenly. Photo: Savills Harpenden
8. Snug
In need of some respite from the kids? These ideal little room is perfect for relaxing with a book or watching a movie. Turn that fire on and get comfy! Photo: Savills Harpenden