A rare opportunity to live in an original 18th century home in Royal Hillsborough

The Old Curatage, at 6 The Square, Royal Hillsborough, is on the market with Downshire Estate Agents priced at offers over £575,000.

Built c.1780, this historic Grade B2 listed property has featured in great, local artists work and forms a significant part of many photographs of the Square taken over the last 200 years, depicting the history and beauty of Royal Hillsborough.

Standing proud on the east side of The Square, this deceptively spacious and charming property is steeped in the history of the village and is documented in the Historic Buildings listing as being a former public house called ‘The Swan Inn’ c.1856-64.

Whilst it has been predominantly occupied as a dwelling house to many distinguished and prominent local families, since becoming the residence of the curates of the parish church from 1914 it has been known as ‘The Old Curatage’

This elegant townhouse contributes significantly to the heritage and history of Royal Hillsborough, retaining many beautiful period features, the accommodation extends over two floors and offers, four reception rooms, a well-appointed kitchen through to dining area, downstairs W.C., three spacious double bedrooms, (principal with dressing area and ensuite), and a modern shower room.

Outside, the extensive site to the rear is accessed via the original carriage archway and includes a paved courtyard, terrace patio area, and an original stone carriage house, which has been converted into twin garages, with a first-floor workshop, and access to an exceptionally private large garden with mature trees backing onto Hillsborough Fort.