A Charming Timber-Framed Victorian Country House in England
Tucked within the storied Thornton Hall estate on The Wirral near Liverpool, North Lodge is a charming country house that has been carefully updated by its current owners, restoring and retaining its many original features.
The timber-framed home, built in 1894 for the prosperous Bamford Brothers shipping family of Liverpool, spans 1,625 square feet and remains rich with character.
From its gabled porch and intricate carvings to its leaded-glass windows and stone-slate roof, every corner of North Lodge whispers of its Victorian past.
A tree-lined shared driveway leads to the home’s private grounds, where the striking gabled front porch sets the tone.
Detailed woodwork and splat balusters frame the front door, opening into a tiled entrance hall that immediately showcases the home’s generous proportions and period details.
The kitchen pairs classic charm with modern convenience. Forest-green cabinetry and engineered worktops provide ample storage, complemented by a butler sink with brass fittings.
Timber-framed windows look out onto a tranquil interior courtyard, and patterned tiles add a playful touch underfoot.
The sitting room is painted in a rich teal hue. An inglenook fireplace with a log burner promises cozy evenings, while soaring ceilings and an original picture rail speak to the home’s 19th-century craftsmanship.
French doors open to the gardens, and a large bay window with original leaded glazing floods the room with natural light.
At the front of the home, the dining room is bathed in light from another bay window and dressed in a striking green wallpaper by Cole and Son.
A plum-hued landing with a charming sitting nook leads to three bedrooms, each full of personality.
The master bedroom is painted in a warm, light neutral shade and features an original fireplace.
The shared family bathroom feels like a spa, with intricate tiled floors, a roll-top bath with brass fittings, and a separate shower.
The ground floor also features a marble-clad bathroom with a shower and a terracotta-tiled hall that is now used as a boot room, which connects the indoor spaces with an enclosed interior courtyard, paved with clay tiles and ideal for potted plants.
The rear garden is a private sanctuary, beautifully landscaped with lush lawns, mature flower beds, and manicured hedging. Mature trees surround the property, enhancing its sense of seclusion while framing sweeping countryside views.
The house is listed for £825.000 at Inigo.