Listed for £1,500,000
July 23, 2025
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A feature twin-sided chimney breast, with a cosy wood-burning stove, connects the hallway and the sitting room, which enjoys views across the gardens, surrounding land, and countryside beyond. There’s also a comfortable family room or snug, currently used as a study, offering flexible space to suit your needs. The dining room is perfectly placed for entertaining and connects smoothly to both the hallway and the expansive living kitchen.
The Heart of the Home is the spacious living kitchen, designed for everyday family life and entertaining alike. It boasts plenty of storage with granite work surfaces, a large island with breakfast bar, integrated appliances and the added practicality of a walk-in pantry and separate utility room.
The living area of the kitchen features a wood-burning stove and three sets of patio doors that open onto a generous private terrace - ideal for al-fresco dining, entertaining or relaxing in the sun. French doors from the kitchen and terrace also provide easy access to the swimming pool, creating a wonderful indoor-outdoor flow. The spacious pool room is thoughtfully appointed with direct access to a WC, a shower room, and a versatile store/changing area. For added convenience, it also enjoys seamless internal access to the adjoining double garage, perfectly blending functionality with refined living.
First Floor Accommodation
Upon reaching the first floor via the striking staircase that sweeps up from the reception hallway to a bright and airy galleried landing. A large tempered glass skylight floods this space with natural light, setting the tone for the rest of the floor.
From here, you’ll find five spacious bedrooms, a stylish family bathroom with both a bath and separate shower, plus two additional shower rooms - perfect for busy mornings or hosting guests in comfort.
The showstopper is the principal suite, featuring a wall of bespoke fitted wardrobes with a sleek vanity area, a luxurious en-suite with its own walk-in shower, and most impressive of all a large private terrace. It’s the ideal place to relax or enjoy your morning coffee while taking in panoramic views over the gardens, grounds, and surrounding countryside. For equestrian enthusiasts, it also offers a perfect vantage point over the adjoining land, making it as practical as it is peaceful. A true private haven with a view.
Outside
Hill Top House enjoys a privileged position at the end of a private shared drive off Lambley Lane, offering a truly secluded and peaceful setting. Set within approximately 13 acres, this exceptional residence is approached via an impressive, gated sweeping driveway that creates a striking sense of arrival.
The driveway not only leads to the main residence and its integral double garage, but also provides direct access to a detached timber double garage, a stable block, and a workshop/store -perfect for equestrian use, hobby farming, or the car enthusiast. With easy access to the adjoining pastureland directly from the drive, the property is exceptionally well-suited to those seeking an equestrian lifestyle or smallholding opportunities.
The grounds are a beautiful blend of formal landscaped gardens and rolling pastureland that wrap around the home, offering both privacy and panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. A standout feature is the expansive private terrace, accessed via multiple French doors from both the open-plan living kitchen and the pool room. Facing southeast, this space is ideal for alfresco dining, entertaining, or simply enjoying the tranquil surroundings - delivering a superb indoor-outdoor lifestyle.
With its generous grounds and existing outbuildings, Hill Top House also presents exciting potential for further development, subject to the necessary consents. The scope here is as impressive as the setting, limited only by your imagination.
Location
Burton Joyce is a much sought-after riverside village, ideally situated just seven miles east of Nottingham, and long regarded as one of the area's most desirable residential locations. Nestled amidst gently rolling countryside and enjoying a tranquil setting along the banks of the River Trent, the village combines idyllic semi-rural charm with exceptional connectivity and modern convenience.
The village offers a wealth of well-maintained amenities, including a variety of independent shops, a post office, a popular delicatessen, doctors’ surgery, pharmacy, and several highly regarded public houses and restaurants. A thriving community is supported by active local churches, a well-appointed village hall, cricket and tennis clubs, and a recently Ofsted inspected (January 2025) Church of England primary school.
Burton Joyce is particularly well positioned for commuters, with direct rail links from the village station to Nottingham city centre and convenient road access via the A612. The nearby A46, A52, and M1 motorway network provide seamless routes to regional centres such as Newark, Southwell, Grantham, and Leicester, while East Midlands Airport is within easy reach for domestic and international travel.
Properties in Burton Joyce are consistently in high demand, reflecting the village’s enduring appeal among families, professionals, and down-sizers alike. Its blend of riverside walks, strong community spirit, and access to outstanding schooling and transport links continues to make it one of Nottinghamshire’s premier residential locations.
Tenure: Freehold
Local Authority: Gedling Borough Council. Tax Band H
Services: Oil fired central heating, electricity, mains water and drainage are connected. The property has a private drainage system.
Viewing: Strictly by appointment with Fine & Country Nottingham. For directions please use what3words app. and enter - focal.tonic.beats
Energy Performance: A full copy of the Energy Performance Certificate is available on request.
Distances: Nottingham 6.8 miles, Southwell 8.7 miles, Newark 16 miles, Mansfield 17 miles, Derby 24 miles, Leicester 32 miles