Youngsbury, English country house in High Cross, England
Youngsbury is a Georgian country house built with deep-red brick, containing two main floors and situated near Thundridge in Hertfordshire. An extension from the 19th century connects the main building to a period brewhouse that stands nearby.
The house was built around 1745 as a three-story Palladian villa and underwent renovation in 1769. The top floor was removed in 1950, reducing it to the two-story structure that exists today.
The property takes its name from the family who shaped it over generations, and the landscape reflects their lasting connection to the land. Today, those who inhabit or work here use the gardens and parkland as an integral part of their daily rhythm.
The property can be reached through the west drive from the A10 near Wadesmill, with a single-story Tudor-style lodge marking the entrance. Visitors should allow time to explore the large estate, as the grounds include multiple garden areas and woodland sections.
The kitchen garden contains an octagonal center planted with fruit trees, surrounded by multiple concentric walls built from red brick. This geometric layout dates to the 18th century and reveals careful garden design that visitors often miss.
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