5 bed Farm House
£1,175,000
La Route Du Mont Mado, Jersey, St. John, JE3AVAILABLE
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Description
An Exceptional Historic Country Residence with Four Purchasing Options
Steeped in Jersey's rural history and forming part of the island's landscape since 1857, Malta House is a distinguished Grade 3 Listed country residence, originally built for master mariner Captain Joseph Barette.
Remaining within the same family for over 160 years, this exceptional property presents a rare opportunity to acquire an authentic piece of Jersey's heritage. Rich in character and period features, it combines historic charm with exciting scope to enhance and personalise for modern living.
Set within mature south-facing gardens and surrounded by the tranquillity of the countryside, Malta House offers generous and versatile accommodation, traditional granite outbuildings and adjoining agricultural land. With approved planning permissions providing further potential, the property offers an exceptional range of possibilities for homeowners, multigenerational families and purchasers seeking a development opportunity.
Malta House is now available with four alternative purchasing options, allowing buyers to acquire the complete property or select the combination of accommodation, outbuildings and land best suited to their requirements.
Four Purchasing Options
OPTION 1 — The Complete Property
New Price: £1,375,000
Malta House, traditional barns and outbuildings with planning permission, and two agricultural fields.
The complete offering comprises the historic five-bedroom farmhouse, residential gardens, traditional granite outbuildings and garages, together with the barn benefiting from approved planning permission and two adjoining agricultural fields.
Representing a rare opportunity to acquire the entire property, this option combines substantial family accommodation, extensive grounds, privacy and exciting potential to create additional living accommodation, subject to the relevant planning consents.
Ideal for purchasers seeking a substantial country residence with land, historic character and scope for further enhancement.
OPTION 2 — Malta House with Parking and South-Facing Garden
New Price: £1,100,000
The principal farmhouse, parking and residential garden, excluding the agricultural fields, garages and barn development opportunity.
The principal five-bedroom farmhouse offers generous and versatile accommodation, with potential to create a ground-floor annexe within the existing residence, subject to the necessary approvals.
Complemented by a mature south-facing garden and private parking, this charming historic home provides an attractive opportunity for purchasers seeking a substantial family residence with flexible accommodation and scope to adapt the property to their lifestyle.
The agricultural fields and separate garage and barn development opportunity are excluded from this option.
OPTION 3 — Malta House with One Adjoining Agricultural Field
New Price: £1,160,000
The principal farmhouse, studio annexe, residential garden, private parking and one adjoining agricultural field.
Offering the charm and character of Malta House together with the benefit of adjoining agricultural land, this option includes the five-bedroom farmhouse, an adjoining studio annexe, mature south-facing gardens and private parking.
The additional field offers further outdoor space and the opportunity to enjoy the property's rural setting, making this an appealing choice for purchasers seeking a characterful country residence with flexible accommodation and land.
An attractive alternative for those wishing to enjoy the benefits of a traditional Jersey farmhouse and its surrounding countryside without acquiring the complete property.
OPTION 4 — Garages and Barn with Approved Planning Permission
Price: £365,000
Traditional granite outbuildings with approved planning permission for a one- to two-bedroom cottage, private rear garden and one agricultural field.
A rare opportunity to acquire the existing garages and traditional granite outbuildings, with approved planning permission for conversion into a characterful one- to two-bedroom cottage.
The proposed accommodation is designed to combine the property's traditional granite features with contemporary living, complemented by a private rear garden and one adjoining agricultural field.
This option offers exciting potential for purchasers wishing to undertake a conversion project, create an individual country home or explore an investment opportunity, subject to the conditions of the approved planning consent.
The approved architectural plans are available to view at the end of the photo gallery.
The Principal Farmhouse
The principal farmhouse offers five bedrooms and generous, versatile accommodation, combining traditional country character with the opportunity to adapt the property to suit modern family life.
The spacious eat-in kitchen provides a natural focal point for everyday living, while two reception rooms offer flexibility for entertaining, relaxing or creating separate family spaces.
An impressive 35-foot loft provides further potential, with planning permission already granted for conversion into additional living accommodation.
An adjoining self-contained studio offers valuable flexibility for guests, extended family, independent working or a dependent relative, depending on the purchaser's chosen configuration.
Together, these features create a distinctive family home with scope to enhance the existing accommodation while retaining the property's historic character.
Gardens, Outbuildings and Agricultural Land
The property is set within mature, south-facing gardens, providing a peaceful outdoor setting in the heart of rural St John.
The grounds retain a strong connection to the property's agricultural heritage, with a collection of traditional granite outbuildings, including garages, a workshop, storage areas and the original pigsties.
The original well and hand pump remain in working order and provide irrigation for the gardens.
Depending on the purchasing option selected, buyers may also benefit from the adjoining agricultural fields and the separate barn and outbuilding development opportunity.
The neighbouring property situated to the left of Malta House is not included in the sale.
Heritage Significance
Malta House is recognised within the Jersey Historic Environment Record under reference JN0015 as a Grade 3 Listed Building, reflecting its architectural and historic importance.
The principal farmhouse is a fine example of a mid- to late-nineteenth-century rural residence, arranged over two storeys with an attic beneath a pitched slate roof.
The elegant south elevation features ashlar-effect render, rusticated quoins and a traditional four-panel timber entrance door with coloured-glass sidelights and an overlight.
Granite rubble walls with dressed-stone quoins complete the building's timeless appearance, while the surviving granite pigsties remain an important part of the original farmstead.
The property's historic features and traditional construction offer a rare opportunity to preserve a distinctive part of Jersey's rural heritage while exploring its potential for future use.
Planning Permission and Future Potential
Malta House offers exciting scope for purchasers wishing to enhance the existing accommodation or undertake a separate conversion project.
Planning permission has been granted for the farmhouse loft conversion and for works relating to the existing garages and former bakehouse, including the creation of additional cottage accommodation, an extension and the restoration of the original granite pigsties.
The approved proposals provide an opportunity to combine the property's traditional architectural character with additional accommodation and contemporary living space.
All proposed works remain subject to the terms, conditions and approved drawings of the relevant planning permissions. Purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the scope of the consents and any further approvals required for their intended use.
Approved architectural plans can be viewed at the end of the photo gallery.
Further information regarding the planning permissions, approved drawings and individual purchasing options is available upon request.
A Rare Opportunity in the Heart of St John
With its fascinating history, generous accommodation, mature south-facing gardens, traditional granite buildings and adjoining agricultural land, Malta House presents a distinctive opportunity to enjoy country living in one of Jersey's most appealing rural parishes.
Whether acquired as a complete country property, a substantial family residence with a choice of land, or a separate cottage conversion opportunity, Malta House offers exceptional flexibility for a variety of purchasers.
Four purchasing options are available, with prices ranging from £365,000 for the separate outbuilding and cottage conversion opportunity to £1,375,000 for the complete property.
For further information or to arrange a private viewing, please contact Le Rossignol Estates.
Services: Freehold
All mains services.]
Borehole for the garden
Steeped in Jersey's rural history and forming part of the island's landscape since 1857, Malta House is a distinguished Grade 3 Listed country residence, originally built for master mariner Captain Joseph Barette.
Remaining within the same family for over 160 years, this exceptional property presents a rare opportunity to acquire an authentic piece of Jersey's heritage. Rich in character and period features, it combines historic charm with exciting scope to enhance and personalise for modern living.
Set within mature south-facing gardens and surrounded by the tranquillity of the countryside, Malta House offers generous and versatile accommodation, traditional granite outbuildings and adjoining agricultural land. With approved planning permissions providing further potential, the property offers an exceptional range of possibilities for homeowners, multigenerational families and purchasers seeking a development opportunity.
Malta House is now available with four alternative purchasing options, allowing buyers to acquire the complete property or select the combination of accommodation, outbuildings and land best suited to their requirements.
Four Purchasing Options
OPTION 1 — The Complete Property
New Price: £1,375,000
Malta House, traditional barns and outbuildings with planning permission, and two agricultural fields.
The complete offering comprises the historic five-bedroom farmhouse, residential gardens, traditional granite outbuildings and garages, together with the barn benefiting from approved planning permission and two adjoining agricultural fields.
Representing a rare opportunity to acquire the entire property, this option combines substantial family accommodation, extensive grounds, privacy and exciting potential to create additional living accommodation, subject to the relevant planning consents.
Ideal for purchasers seeking a substantial country residence with land, historic character and scope for further enhancement.
OPTION 2 — Malta House with Parking and South-Facing Garden
New Price: £1,100,000
The principal farmhouse, parking and residential garden, excluding the agricultural fields, garages and barn development opportunity.
The principal five-bedroom farmhouse offers generous and versatile accommodation, with potential to create a ground-floor annexe within the existing residence, subject to the necessary approvals.
Complemented by a mature south-facing garden and private parking, this charming historic home provides an attractive opportunity for purchasers seeking a substantial family residence with flexible accommodation and scope to adapt the property to their lifestyle.
The agricultural fields and separate garage and barn development opportunity are excluded from this option.
OPTION 3 — Malta House with One Adjoining Agricultural Field
New Price: £1,160,000
The principal farmhouse, studio annexe, residential garden, private parking and one adjoining agricultural field.
Offering the charm and character of Malta House together with the benefit of adjoining agricultural land, this option includes the five-bedroom farmhouse, an adjoining studio annexe, mature south-facing gardens and private parking.
The additional field offers further outdoor space and the opportunity to enjoy the property's rural setting, making this an appealing choice for purchasers seeking a characterful country residence with flexible accommodation and land.
An attractive alternative for those wishing to enjoy the benefits of a traditional Jersey farmhouse and its surrounding countryside without acquiring the complete property.
OPTION 4 — Garages and Barn with Approved Planning Permission
Price: £365,000
Traditional granite outbuildings with approved planning permission for a one- to two-bedroom cottage, private rear garden and one agricultural field.
A rare opportunity to acquire the existing garages and traditional granite outbuildings, with approved planning permission for conversion into a characterful one- to two-bedroom cottage.
The proposed accommodation is designed to combine the property's traditional granite features with contemporary living, complemented by a private rear garden and one adjoining agricultural field.
This option offers exciting potential for purchasers wishing to undertake a conversion project, create an individual country home or explore an investment opportunity, subject to the conditions of the approved planning consent.
The approved architectural plans are available to view at the end of the photo gallery.
The Principal Farmhouse
The principal farmhouse offers five bedrooms and generous, versatile accommodation, combining traditional country character with the opportunity to adapt the property to suit modern family life.
The spacious eat-in kitchen provides a natural focal point for everyday living, while two reception rooms offer flexibility for entertaining, relaxing or creating separate family spaces.
An impressive 35-foot loft provides further potential, with planning permission already granted for conversion into additional living accommodation.
An adjoining self-contained studio offers valuable flexibility for guests, extended family, independent working or a dependent relative, depending on the purchaser's chosen configuration.
Together, these features create a distinctive family home with scope to enhance the existing accommodation while retaining the property's historic character.
Gardens, Outbuildings and Agricultural Land
The property is set within mature, south-facing gardens, providing a peaceful outdoor setting in the heart of rural St John.
The grounds retain a strong connection to the property's agricultural heritage, with a collection of traditional granite outbuildings, including garages, a workshop, storage areas and the original pigsties.
The original well and hand pump remain in working order and provide irrigation for the gardens.
Depending on the purchasing option selected, buyers may also benefit from the adjoining agricultural fields and the separate barn and outbuilding development opportunity.
The neighbouring property situated to the left of Malta House is not included in the sale.
Heritage Significance
Malta House is recognised within the Jersey Historic Environment Record under reference JN0015 as a Grade 3 Listed Building, reflecting its architectural and historic importance.
The principal farmhouse is a fine example of a mid- to late-nineteenth-century rural residence, arranged over two storeys with an attic beneath a pitched slate roof.
The elegant south elevation features ashlar-effect render, rusticated quoins and a traditional four-panel timber entrance door with coloured-glass sidelights and an overlight.
Granite rubble walls with dressed-stone quoins complete the building's timeless appearance, while the surviving granite pigsties remain an important part of the original farmstead.
The property's historic features and traditional construction offer a rare opportunity to preserve a distinctive part of Jersey's rural heritage while exploring its potential for future use.
Planning Permission and Future Potential
Malta House offers exciting scope for purchasers wishing to enhance the existing accommodation or undertake a separate conversion project.
Planning permission has been granted for the farmhouse loft conversion and for works relating to the existing garages and former bakehouse, including the creation of additional cottage accommodation, an extension and the restoration of the original granite pigsties.
The approved proposals provide an opportunity to combine the property's traditional architectural character with additional accommodation and contemporary living space.
All proposed works remain subject to the terms, conditions and approved drawings of the relevant planning permissions. Purchasers should satisfy themselves as to the scope of the consents and any further approvals required for their intended use.
Approved architectural plans can be viewed at the end of the photo gallery.
Further information regarding the planning permissions, approved drawings and individual purchasing options is available upon request.
A Rare Opportunity in the Heart of St John
With its fascinating history, generous accommodation, mature south-facing gardens, traditional granite buildings and adjoining agricultural land, Malta House presents a distinctive opportunity to enjoy country living in one of Jersey's most appealing rural parishes.
Whether acquired as a complete country property, a substantial family residence with a choice of land, or a separate cottage conversion opportunity, Malta House offers exceptional flexibility for a variety of purchasers.
Four purchasing options are available, with prices ranging from £365,000 for the separate outbuilding and cottage conversion opportunity to £1,375,000 for the complete property.
For further information or to arrange a private viewing, please contact Le Rossignol Estates.
Services: Freehold
All mains services.]
Borehole for the garden
Estate Agent
Le Rossignol Estates
St Peter
Jersey
JE3 7AT