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Burley on the Hill
Grade I Listed Palladian House with priceless Lanscroon murals.
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Quick Reference Fact Sheet
PROPERTY OVERVIEW
Address: Burley-on-the-Hill, Rutland, England
Price: $8.9m
Type: Grade I Listed Georgian Palladian Country House
Built: 1694-1708
Architect: Daniel Finch, 2nd Earl of Nottingham (with Sir Christopher Wren’s circle)
Size: Over 12,000 square feet across four floors
Land: Set within 67 acres of historic parkland
Views: Uninterrupted panoramas across Rutland Water
ACCOMMODATION
Bedrooms: 7
Bathrooms: 6
Reception Rooms:Multiple including Green Drawing Room, Formal Red Dining Room
Special Features: Great Staircase with Lanscroon walls & ceiling, Historic Library
Parking: Multiple vehicles, potential helicopter access
TRANSPORT LINKS
Nearest Station: Oakham (2 miles) – 90 minutes direct to London St Pancras
Airports: Birmingham International (1 hour), Luton (1.5 hours)
Roads: Easy access to A1 and M1
Local Town: Oakham (2 miles) with comprehensive amenities
Historical Timeline
1086 – First recorded in Domesday Book as medieval manor
1603 – King James I stays during progression to coronation
1640 – Used as Roundhead garrison during Civil War
1694 – Acquired by Daniel Finch, 2nd Earl of Nottingham
1694 – 1708 – Current baroque house constructed
1705 – 1708 – Gerard Lanscroon creates ceiling masterpieces
1908 – Devastating fire destroys most interior, Great Staircase miraculously survives
1908 – Sir Winston Churchill present as guest on night of fire
2020 – Recent conservation of Lanscroon decorations completed
The Lanscroon Significance
GERARD LANSCROON (1654-1737)
– Court painter to King William III
– Decorated Windsor Castle and Hampton Court Palace
– Flemish master of baroque decorative painting
– Fewer than 5 surviving domestic schemes in England
BURLEY’S LANSCROON WORKS
– Perseus and Andromeda ceiling cycle (Great Staircase)
– Political allegory celebrating William III’s deliverance of England
– Only surviving domestic Lanscroon murals available for private ownership
– Recently conserved to reveal original color brilliance
– Considered among England’s finest baroque decorative art
SURVIVAL STORY
– 1908 fire consumed most of house interior
– Great Staircase and Library survived due to fireproof stone construction
– Churchill and guests formed human chains to save precious objects
– Makes surviving elements even more precious and rare
Expert Quotes Bank
ON LANSCROON’S RARITY:
“Gerard Lanscroon’s domestic work is so rare that most people will never see examples outside royal palaces. To find his masterpiece in a private house, perfectly preserved and available for ownership, is extraordinary.”
ON INVESTMENT SIGNIFICANCE:
“Properties like this transcend real estate investment. They represent cultural stewardship opportunities where private ownership preserves national treasures for future generations.”*
ON THE 1908 FIRE:
The fire created a unique situation where the most precious elements survived while the house was rebuilt to contemporary standards. Buyers acquire both priceless baroque art and comfortable modern living – an almost impossible combination in the heritage market.”*
ON HERITAGE MARKET:
“Burley-on-the-Hill represents the Holy Grail of heritage property. The combination of Grade I listing, documented royal connections, and being the only surviving domestic Lanscroon murals creates exceptional rarity in the international market.”*
ON RUTLAND LOCATION:
“England’s smallest county offers the perfect balance – rural tranquillity with exceptional connectivity. Rutland Water provides a magnificent natural setting while Oakham offers direct rail links to London in 90 minutes.”
Available High Resolution Images
ARCHITECTURAL PHOTOGRAPHY
1. Exterior South Facade – Seven-bay composition with Corinthian portico
2. Approach Drive – Sweeping carriage drive through parkland
3. Rutland Water Views – Panoramic countryside vistas from principal rooms
4. Garden Terraces – Historic formal garden remains and contemporary landscaping
INTERIOR PHOTOGRAPHY
5. Great Staircase Overview – Double-height ceremonial space
6. Lanscroon Ceiling Detail – Perseus and Andromeda mythological scenes
7. Lanscroon Close-ups – Detailed baroque decorative painting techniques
8. Historic Library – 18th-century book collections and period features
9. Green Drawing Room – Principal reception room
10. Formal Red Dining Room – State dining accommodation
HISTORICAL DOCUMENTATION
11. Domesday Book Reference – 1086 historical record
12. Architectural Plans – Original baroque house layouts
13. Conservation Reports – Recent Lanscroon restoration documentation
14. Fire Damage Photography – 1908 historical images
15. Churchill Documentation – Contemporary accounts of famous night
All images available in print-quality resolution (300dpi minimum)
Usage rights: Editorial use with proper attribution to Movehut.co.uk
Comparable Properties & Market Analysis
RECENT HERITAGE SALES WITH SIGNIFICANT ARTWORK
– Palladian houses with museum-quality art: £8-15 million range
– Properties with royal connections: 40-60% premium over standard heritage
– Grade I listed country houses in prime locations: £4-8 million baseline
– Cultural heritage properties: 15-20% annual appreciation over past decade
LANSCROON MARKET RARITY
– No domestic Lanscroon works sold at auction in past 20 years
– Royal collection examples (Windsor, Hampton Court) not available for purchase
– Insurance valuations for similar baroque decorative schemes: £1-3 million
– Cultural significance places value beyond traditional property metrics
RUTLAND PROPERTY MARKET
– England’s smallest county commands premium pricing
– Average country house prices: £2-4 million for comparable size
– Rutland Water proximity adds 25-30% location premium
– Limited supply due to county size creates scarcity value
Viewing Arrangements
PRIVATE VIEWINGS
– Available by appointment with 48-hour advance notice
VIEWING INCLUDES
– Guided tour of Great Staircase and Lanscroon ceiling
– Conservation documentation review
– Architectural history presentation
– Garden and parkland tour (weather permitting)
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
– Photography restrictions in certain areas (flash prohibited near artwork)
– Advance security clearance for international visitors
– Conservation protocols for artwork protection
Media Interview Opportunities
AVAILABLE COMMENTARY TOPICS
– Heritage property market trends and investment
– Cultural asset preservation and private ownership
– Gerard Lanscroon and baroque decorative art significance
– English country house market analysis
– Rutland as emerging luxury property destination
– Conservation techniques for historic artwork
– International buyer trends in heritage properties
INTERVIEW FORMATS
– In-person interviews at property (by appointment)
– Telephone interviews (within 2 hours of request)
– Video conferences for international media
– Written statements for print media
– Background briefings for feature articles
EXPERT AVAILABILITY
A, Director, of Movehut.co.uk
– Response time: Within 2 hours during business hours
– Available: Monday-Friday 9AM-6PM, weekends by arrangement
– After-hours: Emergency media contact available
Additional Resources
SCHOLARLY REFERENCES
– Oxford University Art History Department (Lanscroon research)
– Courtauld Institute (baroque decorative painting expertise)
– English Heritage (Grade I listing documentation)
– Victoria & Albert Museum (decorative arts context)
HISTORICAL ARCHIVES
– Rutland County Museum (local history)
– National Archives (Finch family political papers)
– British Library (18th-century manuscript collections)
– Country Life Magazine (historic house archives)
CONSERVATION SPECIALISTS
– [Conservation company name] – Recent Lanscroon restoration
– Historic England – Heritage building expertise
– Wall Paintings Workshop – Decorative art conservation
– SPAB (Society for Protection of Ancient Buildings)
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