It's one of the most elegant properties on the market in the North East - step inside this Gothic mansion centuries in the making.
Jesmond Towers, a Grade II listed home set within just under six acres of private grounds in the Jesmond Dene Conservation Area, was first built and later expanded by Sir Thomas Burdon, a former Mayor of Newcastle and coalmine owner.
It was later owned by renowned builder Charles Mitchell, who further extended the property in the late 1800s.
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From 1912, the house served as the La Sagesse Roman Catholic School until its closure in 2008.
The estate was then divided, with one half developed into 48 luxury homes and the other retained in private ownership, including Jesmond Towers, two lodges, and a disused gymnasium damaged by a fire in 2021.
Spanning approximately 25,539 sq. ft, the mansion has been painstakingly refurbished and is currently on the market with Sanderson Young for £20,000,000.
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Modern state-of-the-art kitchens, bathrooms and lighting sit alongside historic features, including a full roof replacement and new Clifford Chapman staircase.
The former gymnasium shows great potential to be redeveloped for leisure, residential or associated uses.
Original features can be found throughout, with the ground floor including an entrance lobby with wood panelling and mosaic flooring, a lounge framed by Gothic stone arches, and a gymnasium with a vaulted skylight and ornate cornicing.
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A sunroom opens onto the rear gardens.
The first floor is home to an expansive principal bedroom suite with three dressing rooms, a spa bathroom and a private roof terrace.
Three further en-suite bedrooms are also located on this floor.
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A self-contained two-bedroom apartment sits on the second floor, complete with its own roof terrace.
Entertainment spaces include a cinema with tiered seating, a games and popcorn room, and a lower ground floor lounge with two full-size snooker tables and a bar.
There is dedicated staff accommodation, a wine cellar, and even a dog grooming room with external access.
The estate also includes two separate lodges.
One of the separate lodges.
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North Lodge, believed to have housed the original gatekeeper, is a one-bedroom home featuring traditional sash windows, a log-burning stove, and landscaped gardens.
South Lodge is a detached three-bedroom residence with Shaker-style cabinetry, a garden room, and a contemporary family bathroom.
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Set within nearly six acres of grounds and offering more than 25,000 sq. ft of accommodation, Jesmond Towers presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of Newcastle’s history.
The property’s proximity to Jesmond’s shops, restaurants, and green spaces, plus excellent transport links into the city centre, adds even more appeal.
If the massive garden aren't enough, nature lovers can enjoy scenic walks through Jesmond Dene, while the cultural attractions of Newcastle’s Quayside and city centre are just a short drive away.