A historic lakeside manor located just a few miles from Jeremy Clarkson’s Diddly Squat Farm has been placed on the market for £8.5 million, attracting the attention of buyers seeking a combination of grandeur, history, and picturesque countryside living.
The property, known as Great Rollright Manor, is situated near Chipping Norton in the heart of the Cotswolds. The manor has a rich history, with a house recorded on the site as early as 1086. Over the centuries, the building has been rebuilt and renovated several times, with portions of the current structure dating back to at least 1742, offering a rare glimpse into England’s architectural evolution.
Extensive Grounds and Elegant Outdoor Spaces
The manor occupies a substantial plot of land featuring beautifully maintained gardens, terraces and formal outdoor spaces. Highlights include a spring-fed lake, a swimming pool with an accompanying pool house, a tennis court, and a walled rose garden. The property also features permanent pasture divided into paddocks and mature woodland, offering both privacy and a scenic rural landscape.
Visitors to the grounds would find a property designed for both leisure and practical living. The manor’s reception hall features a striking wooden staircase and multiple entertaining rooms, providing the perfect setting for formal events and social gatherings. The listing emphasizes that the accommodation is “spacious and well balanced throughout with elegant reception rooms combined with well-orientated and practical spaces for everyday living.”
Outbuildings and Additional Residences
In addition to the main manor house, the estate includes several outbuildings, including storage barns, a garage, and a traditional Cotswolds stone barn featuring a ‘shoot room.’ There is also Manor Barn House, a two-bedroom cottage historically used by the estate’s staff, now offering additional accommodation options for family or guests.
Prime Location and Cultural Connections
Great Rollright Manor enjoys a privileged location within the Cotswolds, offering proximity to several notable landmarks and destinations. Just six miles away lies Soho Farmhouse, a renowned members’ club and retreat, while the neolithic Rollright Stones provide a historic point of interest nearby. Most notably for fans of British television, the manor is only five miles from Diddly Squat Farm, the home of Jeremy Clarkson and the setting for the popular Amazon Prime series Clarkson’s Farm.
The combination of historic architecture, extensive grounds, and proximity to iconic Cotswolds attractions makes Great Rollright Manor a rare and desirable estate for those seeking country living with character and prestige. Due to privacy restrictions, press permission for photographs of the property was not granted, but the listing details suggest a blend of history, comfort, and modern functionality throughout the estate.
