Flat's incredible! Magnificent mansion is on sale in Yorkshire for less than the price of a one-bed

Publish date: 2024-10-31

A magnificent historic mansion is on sale in Yorkshire for less than the price of a one-bedroom flat in west London.

The 19th century Grimston Manor near York has gone up for sale for the first time in 40 years valued at £1.75 million.

The six bedroom property comes with half an acre of grounds and stunning features throughout.

And at £1.75 million, it is valued lower than a number of one-bedroom flats currently being sold in Kensington, west London.

The property, which was rebuilt in the 19th century as an 'Italianate palace', comes with a grand staircase and library.

The 2nd Baron Howden commissioned Decimus Burton - who also created the enclosure of the forecourt of Buckingham Palace - to rebuild the property in 1839.

A magnificent historic mansion is on sale in Yorkshire for less than the price of a one-bedroom flat in west London

The six bedroom property comes with half an acre of grounds and stunning features throughout.

The six bedroom property comes with half an acre of grounds and stunning features throughout.

The 2nd Baron Howden commissioned Decimus Burton - who also created the enclosure of the forecourt of Buckingham Palace - to rebuild the property in 1839

The 2nd Baron Howden commissioned Decimus Burton - who also created the enclosure of the forecourt of Buckingham Palace - to rebuild the property in 1839

Stunning aerial shots show the scale of the historic mansion and the land the countryside it sits in

Stunning aerial shots show the scale of the historic mansion and the land the countryside it sits in

Stunning photos show the house comes with its own wine cellar.

Tim Waring, from estate agents GSC Grays, said: 'This beautifully maintained home is now on the market for the first time in over four decades, presenting a truly unique and exceptional buying opportunity.

'Nestled within picturesque parkland the property retains many original features including a grand staircase while the library is now a wonderful 55ft long open plan living space.

'The property's location offers the best of both worlds – a country retreat that's also conveniently located to essential local amenities and transport options.'

Grimston Manor is entered by a 'sweeping gravelled driveway' and its own exclusive entrance.

The Manor extends overall to 5500 sq ft with formal reception rooms on the ground floor including the impressive open plan library space with the sitting area having the original shelving as the backdrop.

The ground floor has a central dining area and kitchen with a secret doorway leading to more storage space and a basement area where the wine cellar is.

The listing on Right Move says: 'The grand staircase is a focal point and leads to a central landing which has a studio/private office plus laundry on the northern side and the master bedroom suite to the south.

Pictured is a beautiful living room area with space for plenty of furniture. It also features high ceilings

Pictured is a beautiful living room area with space for plenty of furniture. It also features high ceilings

Grimston Park Manor once hosted James VI of Scotland, who visited on his way to becoming the King of England. Pictured: A billiards room

Grimston Park Manor once hosted James VI of Scotland, who visited on his way to becoming the King of England. Pictured: A billiards room

Interior pictures of the mansion on sale in Yorkshire for less than the price of a one-bedroom flat in London

Interior pictures of the mansion on sale in Yorkshire for less than the price of a one-bedroom flat in London

Tim Waring, from estate agents GSC Grays, said: 'This beautifully maintained home is now on the market for the first time in over four decades, presenting a truly unique and exceptional buying opportunity.'

Tim Waring, from estate agents GSC Grays, said: 'This beautifully maintained home is now on the market for the first time in over four decades, presenting a truly unique and exceptional buying opportunity.'

The Manor extends overall to 5500 sq ft with formal reception rooms on the ground floor including the impressive open plan library space with the sitting area having the original shelving as the backdrop

The Manor extends overall to 5500 sq ft with formal reception rooms on the ground floor including the impressive open plan library space with the sitting area having the original shelving as the backdrop

Grimston Manor is entered by a 'sweeping gravelled driveway' and its own exclusive entrance

Grimston Manor is entered by a 'sweeping gravelled driveway' and its own exclusive entrance

Pictured is the back of the manor house. The property was rebuilt in the 19th century as an "Italianate palace"

Pictured is the back of the manor house. The property was rebuilt in the 19th century as an "Italianate palace"

Pictured is one of the bedrooms in the mansion which was used by the RAF during the Second World War

Pictured is one of the bedrooms in the mansion which was used by the RAF during the Second World War

The huge mansion comes with half an acre of land and features stunning gardens outside

The huge mansion comes with half an acre of land and features stunning gardens outside

'There are up to five further bedrooms and two bathrooms with one ensuite some with interconnecting doors and so the potential to create further bedroom suites (subject to appropriate consents).

'The grounds are a notable feature extending overall to around half an acre bordering open countryside with a mature south facing vista from the full width colonnade accessed from the main living space.'

In Kensington, the same money or a little more can buy a one bedroom flat.

At £1.75 million, the mansion is valued lower than a number of one-bedroom flats currently being sold in Kensington, west London, including this one above

At £1.75 million, the mansion is valued lower than a number of one-bedroom flats currently being sold in Kensington, west London, including this one above

Another flat on the market for less than the historic mansion in Yorkshire. This one is in Knightsbridge

Another flat on the market for less than the historic mansion in Yorkshire. This one is in Knightsbridge

Several are on sale at Right Move. They include a £1.975 million first floor one-bedroom and one-bathroom flat. And a £1.96 million one bed flat just a few streets away.

Grimston Park Manor once hosted James VI of Scotland, who visited on his way to becoming the King of England.

It was also used by the RAF during the Second World War.

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