House For Sale £320,000
Hawthorn is a beautiful Grade II listed property set within the riverbank conservation area of Rock Park, a purpose built gated residential estate dating back to the 1830's.
Formed by Liverpool merchants, the Park is sited near the local cross river ferry terminal and the riverside estate also benefits from fine views across the Mersey Estuary and can also be clearly recognized from viewpoints on the opposite bank of the river.
The introduction of the steam ferry service in 1830 stimulated the development of the area. It's growing popularity encouraged more people to cross the river. Accordingly Wirral soon became a desirable residential location for many merchants working regularly in Liverpool. In 1836 several Liverpool gentlemen formed a Joint Stock Compamy called the Rock Ferry Compamy. Land was purchased by the company and in the following year plans were drawn up by Jonathan Bennison incorporating a road layout and building plots. The design of houses was left to architects employed by individual land owners but they had to comply with the Park's articles of agreement of 1837, this stipulated the design requirements in terms of size, materials, height and occupation. The Park development was rapid and by 1850 the plan was almost complete.
Over the years the Park has enjoyed many notable residents and visitors one of which was Nathaniel Hawthorne, an American writer who served as the US consulate in Liverpool. Sadly the property previously owned by Nathaniel Hawthorne no longer exists but the gate posts are still visible. Hawthorn, the property for sale today, no doubt pays respect to the famous author by way of its name.
In need of some updating Hawthorn now presents an exciting opportunity for the discerning buyer to restore this beautiful property to its former grandeur. The many remaining features give some indication of what a stunning family home the extensive accommodation can offer. A home that can certainly meet the demands of modern living.
Formed by Liverpool merchants, the Park is sited near the local cross river ferry terminal and the riverside estate also benefits from fine views across the Mersey Estuary and can also be clearly recognized from viewpoints on the opposite bank of the river.
The introduction of the steam ferry service in 1830 stimulated the development of the area. It's growing popularity encouraged more people to cross the river. Accordingly Wirral soon became a desirable residential location for many merchants working regularly in Liverpool. In 1836 several Liverpool gentlemen formed a Joint Stock Compamy called the Rock Ferry Compamy. Land was purchased by the company and in the following year plans were drawn up by Jonathan Bennison incorporating a road layout and building plots. The design of houses was left to architects employed by individual land owners but they had to comply with the Park's articles of agreement of 1837, this stipulated the design requirements in terms of size, materials, height and occupation. The Park development was rapid and by 1850 the plan was almost complete.
Over the years the Park has enjoyed many notable residents and visitors one of which was Nathaniel Hawthorne, an American writer who served as the US consulate in Liverpool. Sadly the property previously owned by Nathaniel Hawthorne no longer exists but the gate posts are still visible. Hawthorn, the property for sale today, no doubt pays respect to the famous author by way of its name.
In need of some updating Hawthorn now presents an exciting opportunity for the discerning buyer to restore this beautiful property to its former grandeur. The many remaining features give some indication of what a stunning family home the extensive accommodation can offer. A home that can certainly meet the demands of modern living.
