Luxuriously Appointed English Country House

Luxuriously Appointed English Country House

Francis York

Wall House is set back behind a walled frontage with 4 acres of grounds, located within a conservation area in the hamlet of Wall in Staffordshire, England.  

The Grade II listed Georgian House dates back to 1761 and is believed to be built on the site of a 16th century residence. The property is accessible via a pillared entrance and features a second gated entrance at its rear with access to Market Lane.

Much of the classically appointed residence has been tastefully modernized and enlarged, with the addition of an east wing with a gym / sauna and garden store. Permits have been obtained to add an additional 20,000 square foot structure on the property in the secret garden next to the walled garden, perfectly appointed for a leisure complex with swimming pool, near the existing tennis court. 

The 8-bedroom, 4-bathroom residence spans 8072 square feet, featuring lovely period detail in the reception rooms, especially notable in the dining and the drawing room, with their original fireplaces, silk wall coverings, and ornate cast-iron radiators. 

The bespoke kitchen is designed by Mark Wilkinson—dubbed the “Mozart of Kitchen Cabinet Makers”by the Sunday Times—and features high end appliances and even showcases the house’s original well, now displayed under a glass panel. 

The garden room, with its beamed ceilings and white Carrera marble with underfloor heating, opens out to the walled terrace with lovely views of the gardens. 

The entire property is wired with a Bower & Wilkins multimedia system, with recessed speakers that are controlled by discrete panels in individual rooms and a central system, allowing you to play your desired soundtrack within the house and throughout its gardens. 

The series of garden rooms throughout the property are linked by gravel pathways, featuring sprawling lawns and even a helipad. 

The paddock is accessible via the secret garden, which itself features a lovely ornate gated entrance from the walled garden. 

The walled garden has a stone terrace with chess board, and features borders planted by Capability Brown, in addition to fine specimen trees and a fountain feature. 

A truly impressive property providing an elevated lifestyle in the English countryside.

All photos belong to the listing agency.

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