Porta Westfalica, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany

Single Family Detached for Sale in Porta Westfalica

Porta Westfalica, Germany

  • CA$9,048,455
  • 7 BEDS
  • 6+4 BATHS
  • 15,069.47 sq.ft. Home
  • CA$9,048,455

Single Family Detached for Sale in Porta Westfalica

Porta Westfalica, Germany

  • CA$9,048,455
  • 7 BEDS
  • 6+4 BATHS
  • 15,069.47 sq.ft. Home
  • CA$9,048,455

Key Facts

  • Property ID: SIRC1257688
  • Original Price: EUR 6,500,000
  • Property Type: Residential, Single Family Detached
  • Style: Modern
  • Living Space: 15,069.47 sq.ft.
  • Lot Size: 10,656,271.31 sq.ft.
  • Bedrooms: 7
  • Bathrooms: 6+4

Property Description

Rothenhoff was mentioned for the first time in 1230. It was one of the court estates of the bishops of Minden and became the property
of the Electorate of Brandenburg when the Duchy of Minden was dissolved. After the end of the Thirty Years‘ War, the estate was given to a Swedish envoy in order to
obtain Swedish approval for the transfer of the Duchy of Minden to Brandenburg. This donation was canceled in 1666.
Under Napoleon Rothenhoff became an imperial French domain, it was given to the French General de la Houssay, who was successful at Jena and Auerstedt. French marines
under General Prince Eckmühl made quarters here for a short time. After Prussia had sold the estate to a Bremen merchant in 1822, it became a manor through
the purchase of land in 1848 and the owner, Caesar zu Rothenhoff, became a member of the Prussian manor house. This was the father of Sophie Henschel.
From 1945 to 1954, the Rothenhoff manor was used as the site of the Commander-in- Chief of the British Army on the Rhine. Prominent
guests at this time included Princess Margaret and Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, as well as Field Marshal Bernard Montgomery and General Dwight D. Eisenhower at the
Rothenhoff manor.
Since the beginning of the 20th century there has been intensive gravel mining on the formerly agriculturally used areas. Because of the progressive gravel deposition,
the agricultural land and facilities were sold and leased to farmers in the area in 1971; the manor house and the park are used privately.
The parts of the park north of the mansion no longer exist. The park to the east of the house has largely retained its character. To
the south, the park is closed by a wall, to the east and north it merges into agricultural areas, bounded by hedges. The mansion
and the park are in good condition thanks to the owner‘s initiative.


Description:
Gut Rothenhoff covers an area of approx. 70 hectares, consisting of a manor house with approx. 1.200m² of living space and
a garden laid out in the style of an English park, various stables and halls, a granary, an administrator‘s house, an ebb and flow
riding arena and others Outbuildings.
In 1863 the mansion, a late classical building in the style of an Italian villa, was converted into a 2.5-story building. Personalities
such as Princess Margaret, Prince Philip the Duke of Edinburgh and Bernard L. Montgomery were guests in the manor house.
The farm buildings and the manor house date from the time of the Bremen merchant family Cäsar, who owned the estate from
1822 to 1915. Sophie Henschel, née Caesar, was considered one of the richest women in the German Empire. The property offers
a unique, secluded location with a view of the landmarks of the region (Hermannsdenkmal) and is characterized by the agriculturally
protected surroundings and the historical building fabric.
The manor house is currently in a partially renovated condition, most of the modernization measures, especially the technical
trades, have already been completed. We will be happy to provide you with detailed documentation on the renovation status
and the work carried out, including investment volume and costs.

Amenities

  • Estate Farm
  • Gardens
  • Guest House(s)
  • Horse Facilities
  • Library
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Playground
  • Recreation Ranch
  • River View
  • Terrace
  • Walk-in Closet

Listing Agents

  • Tobias Schulze

    C. +491632493360

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Area Description

Porta Westfalica, Latin for Westphalian Gate, is a medium-sized town with around 37,000 inhabitants
in the Minden-Lübbecke district. It is located in north-eastern North Rhine-Westphalia, in the East Westphalia-
Lippe region between Minden and Bielefeld.
The closest major cities are Bielefeld (35 kilometers southwest of Porta Westfalica), Osnabrück (60km west) and Hanover (60 km northeast).
Besides Petershagen, Porta Westfalica is the only municipality in North Rhine-Westphalia that is largely east of the Weser. Today‘s city was created as part of the municipal
reform in 1973 by merging 15 municipalities. The Hausberge district acts as the city center and administrative
center.
The chosen name of the new municipality indicates its location at the Weser breakthrough Porta Westfalica, in which the Weser passes
through the mountain gate from the Weser and Wiehen Mountains into the North German Plain.


Porta Westfalica – imperial prospects.
The Weser through valley between the Weser and Wiehen Mountains with the Kaiser Wilhelm monument on the slope of the Wittekindsberg
has become the landmark and namesake of the city of Porta Westfalica. For decades, vacationers, hikers, cyclists, those interested in culture
and those seeking relaxation have recognized the beauty of the landscape at the „Westphalian Gate“. The river, the mountains, the monument - a fascinating
cultural landscape in a scenic location awaits you in Porta Westfalica.


Brokerage fee
The broker's commission is 3.57% of the notarized purchase price including 19% sales tax. It is earned and due upon conclusion of a notarized purchase contract and to be paid by the buyer. We are entitled to act on behalf of the other contractual partner on a commission basis. Real estate transfer tax, notary and court costs are to be borne by the buyer. Furthermore, our terms and conditions apply. Subject to error and prior sale.

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Kreuzgasse 2-4
Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, 50667
Germany

+49 221 788 055 20

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