HortonLeighton Buzzard, LU7 0QR

Horton Hall is a handsome and characterful country house, approached over a bridge and beautifully encircled by a historic moat, reflecting the site’s origins as an early manor. The present house is understood to have evolved over time, likely incorporating later rebuilding of an earlier dwelling, and today offers a fine example of a period home with significant heritage interest.

Extending to approximately 8 bedrooms and 6 bathrooms, the principal house provides well-proportioned accommodation arranged over generous floorplates, with an inherent elegance typical of period homes of this calibre. While the property would now benefit from a programme of modernisation, it presents a compelling opportunity to create an exceptional family residence tailored to individual requirements. Two of the bedroom suites are on the ground floor offering flexibility for family members with reduced mobility or staff accommodation.

The house is set in about 30 acres of gardens and paddocks, affording a high degree of privacy and a delightful rural outlook. The formal gardens to the rear of the house have views over the moat and there is a swimming pool and tennis court. The pool has a pool house with changing room, WC and shower. There is also a pump drawn well and two large greenhouses.

A significant range of outbuildings extends to approximately 18,000 sq ft, including barns, stabling and two large garages and an office, providing excellent scope for a variety of uses (subject to the necessary consents). We are informed by the sellers that Buckinghamshire Council issued positive pre-application advice in 2023 indicating support in principle for residential development subject to technical matters and confirmation of equestrian use. A Certificate of Lawfulness confirming equestrian use was granted in November 2024. The team, including architects and specialist consultants, progressed the scheme through 2024 and 2025 across highways/transport, arboriculture, ecology, drainage and heritage. The design for a three-dwelling scheme was settled around April 2025 following a site meeting.

There are two vehicular access points, the main drive that curves round to cross the moat and approach the house, offering a real sense of arrival. The second serves the stable yard and barns and provides separation for commercial or heavier vehicles or as an access point for further residential dwellings.

Horton Hall represents a rare opportunity to acquire a historic home of considerable charm, with extensive grounds and outbuildings, offering significant scope for enhancement and the creation of a truly outstanding country estate.

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