The Liverpool Standard and General Commercial Advertiser.
Liverpool, Merseyside, England, 1841-04-09 00:00:00

IN HERTS.-A MANORIAL PROPERTY

THE STAGENHOE ESTATE,
near to Welwyn and Hitchin, one of the most admired
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throughout this favoured county ; with a s le did Mansion,
Park, and Farms, extending to 600 Acre ithin a Ring
Fence. The Farm Buildings are all fi -rate, and only
just completed.
AIR. GEORGE ROBINS is honoured by the instructions
of '

THE HON. CAPT. DUNCOMBE, M.P.
(who has just completed the purchase of the splendid pro-
perty of KILNWICK PERCY, IN YORKSHIRE,)
to OFFER to PUBLIC COMPETITION, at the Auction
Mart, London, on THURSDAY, June 3, at Twelve, in 2 Lots,
A SINGULARLY DESIRABLE FREEHOLD AND
COPYHOLD ESTATE.
It has been familiar to the county for many years as
THE STAGENHOE ESTATE,

and was always greatly admired ; but it must be stated it is
now no longer in its original state of deshabille. The ho-
nourable proprietor, when he completed this purchase, two
or three years ago, had determined to make this abode not
only worthy of his family's present occupation, but to de-
scend to succeeding generations. In consequence he em-
ployed one of the first artistes in building to remodel, and, as
it eventuall proved, nearly to rebuild,
THIS SPLENDID FAVIC.
Its completion, and the Yorkshire purchase, were simul-
taneous ; so that his successor will not have to encounter
any outlay—if it be excepted, that the papering of the grand
suite of rooms has been left undone only to give a fair suc-
cessor to this almost unequalled habitation an opportunity to
display her own peculiar tact and grace.
THE MANSION IS OF THE
FINEST GRECIAN ORDER OF ARCHITECTURE,
with a fine south aspect, and plate-glass windows. Without
intending anything discourteous, even
THE FAR-FAMED HOO, -

its immediate neighbour, must of necessity succumb to its
proud rival ; the necessary result of an expenditure which
has exceeded

THIRTEEN THOUSAND POUNDS.
In the house and offices it may be confidently urged, and
it will at once be obvious, that both tact and consummate
judgment presided over the completion—and of course has
left all competition at an immeasurable distance, indeed the
county of Herts would be puzzled to discover another house
where solidity and good taste harmonise so well as at Sta-
genhoe. Again, the situation cannot be too higly commended.
It is placed in the salubrious vale between Welwyn and Hit-
chen, with a railway (in contemplation) only two miles off,
when the journey to the metropolis will be accomplished in
an hour and a half. Its approach is by three distinct lodge
entrées, two of them of remarkably good designs—one of the
pure Gothic order.
THE NOBLE MANSION
is seated on an eminence facing the south, in
A PARK OF GREAT BEAUTY:

wherein the undulating grounds give weight to the scenic
effect produced by the luxuriant timber, diversified by
" stately avenues," adorned by lime and chestnut trees.
From the elevated grounds the view over the rich valley, and
the meandering of
THE MIMRAN TROUT-STREAM

below, present such agreeable varieties, that the contempla-
tive mind can never be at a loss for subjects whereon to re-
pose amid the beauteous scene that will encompass him. A
gentleman devoted to field-sports may gratify himself here to
heart's content, it being about the centre of the hunt, and his
game abundant. The church (though last not least in our
dear love) is within a quarter of a mile. To describe the
conveniences throughout the house and offices would occupy
more of space than is devoted to a public announcement ; it
may be comprehended in a very few words—a man of family
and high pretensions will find, both within and without, every
possible comfort and accommodation that he can desire,
beside allowing him to be a little, or even over fastidious.
Mr. Robins endeavoured, during his survey and in the
discharge of his pleasing duty, to discover some want or im-
perfection, but he looked for it in vain ; and the offices are
unquestionably superior, in quantity and quality, to any thing
within reach. Probably the capital hot and cold baths should
have the advantage of a separate notice. The statuary and
Devonshire marble chimneypieces throughout the abode are
exceedingly valuable. In fact, it may be summed up thus—
THE WHOLE IS FAULTLESS ; _ _

and, this poirii;einiiiiitat rest, it may be asked where else
is it to be found ? The kitchen gardens are walled and plen-
tifully stocked ; the front of the house is adorned by a ter-
race and a small flower garden tastefully laid out, with
THE EVERGREEN BANKS,

to give additional effect, and at the same time be a secure
protection from "the winter's cold." The estate compre-
hends altogether
SIX HUNDRED AND ONE ACRES OF LAND,
lying unusually compact, nearly
EXEMPT FROM TITHES, & A LOW POOR-RATE.
The soil is very convertible ; it is a mixture of chalk and clay,
but the former prevails. Five quarters of wheat, 'and two
tons of hay, with the finest crops of turnips, are to be relied
on ; and the rick-yards of a wealthy tenant and talented
farmer, even at this protracted season, give proof
AS STRONG AS HOLY WRIT _ _

of the capability of the soil ; nine ricks continue at this
present writing in the rick-yard. In respect of the two
farms, one only will be included with the first lot, and it may
be said with great truth that the farm-houses and buildings,
which are just erected, are past doubt the very best in the
county. With Lot One it is intended to sell (including the
park) 231 acres, which is within a ring fence. The Second
Lot will comprehend
THE BOTTOM FARM.
It includes

THREE HUNDRED AND SIXTY-SIX ACRES
of excellent land. The farm-house has recently been reno-
vated ; it is delightfully situate to command a constant view
of the progress of the occupier's agricultural pursuits, and it
can claim to have farm-buildings of the very first-rate order,
and in excellent condition, the greater portion being of recent
erection. The farm is in the occupation of (Mr. Bates) a
wealthy yeoman, who has a lease of about eleven years, at a
very inadequate rent of £4OO a year, and he has had the good
tact to prevail on the hon. proprietor (and, be it remembered,
subsequently to his having secured the lease) to expend £l2OO
on new buildings of every description ; there are some cot-
tages upon the estate, producing about £35 a year.
THE MANORIAL RIGHTS
include the appointment of its own overseer, constable, &c.
The estate is well supplied with water. It may not be amiss
to state to all such as are not yet reconciled to railroad tra-
velling, that the Bedford Times, one of the best-appointed
coaches in England, still pursues its daily course, and is only
24 hours on its road to Welwyn.
THE WOODS AND- PLANTATIONS,
to say nothing of their natural beauty, afford very fine covers
for game. Very much more might (and, perhaps, ought to)
be said in favour of this splendid psoperty. But Mr. Robins
prefers that any one who has the means should seek ocular
clemonstration, and thereby sanction this imperfect and very
inadequate representation.
Particulars, with a plan and drawing, will be ready twenty-
eight days prior to the sale (when it will be on view) to be
had at the White Hart, Welwyn ; the best inns at Hitchin
and Bedford ; of Messrs. Shearman and Evans, Solicitors,
Gray's Inn ; the Auction Mart; and in Covent-garden.

MILK PUNCH ROYAL I

MANUFACTURER OF MILK PUNCH TO HER

MAJESTY

THIS unique and nectarious Liqueur has, for nearly a
century, been duly appreciated at
CHICHESTER AND THE METROPOLIS.
It was at the former place where the original projector of this
delectable beverage had his abode ; no doubt the corporation
of that ancient borough evinced their goo), taste, and marked
their approbation this
GREAT DISCOVER:4(
by presenting to him the freedom of the town ; but with that
the present generation have noqti to do ; suffice it to say,
that this ELIXIR
is now, for the very first time, introduced to the notice of the
bon vivants of the northern parts of this great Kingdom for
their judgment.
It would he quite in vain to enter into any detail of its
excellencies, yet, thus far may be vouched, that it is composed
of the best materials, without any adulteration, and, in
flavour, possesses the combined sweetness of the Grape, the
fragrance of the Lime, with the exhiliration of Champagne ;
and while
THE LORDS OF THE CREATION
will find it an
TexHEceIIentGENTLER SEX addenda to the Dinner Table,
may not disdainßOYAL to sip,TY the more so as
has acknowledged its transcendant merit.
It has been intimatedsEA thSICKNEat it willSS
prevent
,

but of that we will not vouch, never having crossed the
" briny deep" with it in our possession; but should not Pro-
prietors of
PACKET-SHIPS AND STEAMERS
take the hint ? And although it may not produce that " con-
summation devoutly to be wished," yet, sure we are, its
grateful properties are such as will be found to be an excellent
restorative to the palates and stomachs of those who suffer
from the effects of a sea voyage. It will keep in any climate,
and possesses that sure criterion of genuine excellence,
improves by aye.
RAND GOURMAND
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will find it a most social companion to his Calepash and
Calepee, and the temperate man, while he masticates his
biscuit over a glass of it, will be constrained to eulogise this
incomparable Liqueur.
44 Come and try,
Don't like—don't buy,"
is an old saying and a goOd one; and as in matters of taste
every man is the best judge, this invitation is given in the full
assurance that, if the Milk Punch only finds its way to the
palate, it will quickly be acknowledgedi to stand A 1 amongst
the list of those good thine whipi cheer the heart of mankind.
Sold, at 245. per dozen in pint bottles, and 425. per dozen
in quarts, by B. HARAM, Wine, Spirit, Ale, and Porter
Merchant, 42, Chapel-street, who is appointed Swat AGENT
or the counties of Lancashire, Cheshire, and Staffordshire,
by Mr. Hudson, of Chicbester. the Manufacturer of Milk
by ment.
Punch to the Queen, appoint