5 bedroom detached house for sale

An immaculate renovation

Stowhill Estates Berkshire is honoured to present a truly exceptional offering—a property of renowned stature and notoriety, available for the very first time since construction, for a limited period. Nestled in a highly coveted location, this home seamlessly combines timeless elegance with modern comfort.

A truly impeccable property in a semi-rural location on one of the most sought-after roads in Warfield. Representing the finest in independent renovation, this unique home has been extensively extended and remodelled to create a quite unparalleled proposition. An exclusive gated residence exuding jaw-dropping rooms and features throughout, this one-of-a-kind house has been finished to the highest standards making the idyllic views over open fields all-the-more spectacular.

Due to its location, if you are local to the area it’s very possible you will be aware of this property given the areas popularity with walkers, joggers and cyclists alike. Many of whom stop to admire and discuss the building, especially those who recall the more modest bungalows which originally occupied the site; and it’s entirely understandable. The front elevation is as handsome as it is imposing, set back from the lane behind its attractive timber gates and decorative planting. The Gables takes its name largely from that front aspect in fact, with the five gable-ends of the roof line providing both inspiration for nomenclature and some genuine architectural character. The Old English stone gravel driveway spans the entire width of the property, providing ample room for parking and turning for in-excess of six vehicles, as well as connecting you to the side-access present on both sides of the property.

Welcome home

Before you step inside, the first thing you notice is the scale of the front door and porch, which offers glimpses through the glazing into the grand entrance hall. A stunning space featuring lofty double-height ceilings and an effortlessly chic vibe - a preview of things to come. Every inch of this spacious ~4800 square foot home has been designed with both style and functionality in mind, ensuring a truly luxurious yet effortlessly practical living experience. The galleried landing and feature lighting make this not just a way to enter the property – it's more a way of setting the tone and ramping up expectations, which is entirely reasonable given what is to come …

Immediately to your left is the expansive yet cosy sitting room with its fireplace, wood panelling and thick carpet creating a terrific sense of warmth and comfort. Helped in no small measure perhaps by the fact that the entire ground floor of the property benefits from underfloor heating. On the other side of the entrance hall is the well-proportioned study, with views over the drive and lane beyond to take in the calm pace of semi-rural life going about its daily business. Adjacent to this room is the stylish downstairs WC and server cupboard.

Home is where the heart is

What awaits you next is undoubtedly the spectacular heart of the home. A stunning 60-foot open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area, cleverly zoned using flooring, furniture and architecture. As you enter through the double doors, the opposite ‘wall’ comprises of and is totally dominated by the floor to ceiling glazed sliding doors ahead of you, offering uninterrupted views of the garden and the open fields beyond and drawing in the rural setting. Cleverly, the glazing has been extended to either end of this area also, which along with the roof lanterns, forms an almost entirely glass room within a room; the perfect space for a large dining table in all weathers - be that with the sliding doors fully opened and outside welcomed in during summer, or everything snuggly closed up, underfloor heating on and watching the atmospheric English climate do its worst at other times of the year. It's a space that effortlessly blends modern convenience with classic charm, perfect for cosy family dinners or entertaining guests.

The kitchen area sits to the right of this space and features an enormous central island with secondary butler sink and Quooker hot/cold/instant boiling water tap. The overhead pendant lighting adds a touch of elegance and relaxation and at each end of the island sits a timber section – ideal for food prep at one end and pulling up a stool for a chat or some food-on-the-go at the other. The quartz worktops compliment the hand-made shaker style units perfectly and the extended under-counter lighting adds further to the chic and relaxed ambience. That said, this kitchen is not just for show! There are cupboards, units and drawers aplenty, the main butler sink overlooking the garden complimenting the in-island second sink, a full height, multi-zoned built-in Fisher and Paykel wine fridge, an elegant Rangemaster oven and gas hob and all the built-in appliances you would expect to find. The kitchen storage and practicality is extended further by heading through the door into the spacious utility with room for the noisier appliances, a further sink and plenty more cupboard space. Just off the utility is an exterior door acting as a side entrance and beyond this the boot room with further separate WC. A note on the boot room; this is a large and well finished room away from the main house so it could just as well make for a great studio, workshop or secondary home office.

Heading back through the kitchen and past the dining area to the opposite end of this huge space and you enter the living space/family area of this part of the house. Cleverly zoned with changes in flooring and feel, with a large media unit on one wall and a fully-glazed wall looking out to the gardens and views, this is a great space for adults to relax pre or post dinner, or to keep an eye on little ones, be that for homework, play or TV time while you prepare meals in the kitchen.

And so to bed

Climbing the stairs with their stylish runner to the galleried landing, the first room to your left is undoubtably the next “wow” factor space. The master suite is a peaceful retreat and is centred around the compelling geometry of the vaulted ceiling; expanding as it extends towards the double-width Juliet balcony with its pointed arch picture window; embracing the panoramic views of the garden and fields beyond. The bedroom area is an opulent ~30 feet long, with a spacious dressing area and built-in storage to the far end, leading into the luxurious 4-piece en suite bathroom with dual sinks and freestanding double-ended roll top bath. It’s no coincidence that the bath also sits centred between the 4 windows allowing bathers to maximise the rural views. It's unquestionably a space designed for relaxation, indulgence and privacy.

A second bedroom is adjacent to the master suite at the rear of the property and, of course, also features its very own huge picture window and Juliet balcony to take in the magnificent views, as well grand ceiling heights, built-in wardrobes and direct access to the Jack-and-Jill family bathroom for use as its en suite. This is another stunning 4-piece, dual sink bathroom with its secondary access being from the landing itself to serve the 2 further bedrooms at the front of the property. Both of these are large double rooms and one offers built-in storage.

Heading back along the landing to the galleried space and across the gantry, you find the final bedroom. A vast en suite bedroom with high ceilings, a built-in wardrobe/dressing area and a walk-in shower in the generous en suite. Yet another private oasis within the home.

Garden of delights

We have talked about the views already, given that this exquisite property certainly makes the most of the privately owned open fields behind; regularly the scene of grazing deer, swooping birds of prey and everything you would expect from English country living. However, the garden itself is not to be overlooked.

The planting at the front of the property is tasteful, attractive and extensive and offers a good degree of privacy. The rear garden is a wonderfully classic combination of attractive brick paved and flagstone patio areas, pretty flowerbeds, mature borders bursting with life and a large lawn, cleverly zoned by the planting of rows of trees. The overall plot here is a third of an acre and the garden feels even bigger given its open outlook. There are 2 patio areas directly outside the glazed full width doors, perfect for convenient lunch snacks. But there is no doubt that the principal space for entertaining and eating is the patio at the far end of the garden and the brick and oak built gazebo with its tiled roof, lighting and power. Sitting here for a lunchtime bbq or evening meal with friends or family with uninterrupted views over the fields beyond is an idyllic concept to say the least. Practically, there is also a handy garden shed for storage of those all-important tools.

The Gables is an exquisitely stylish, opulently spacious and beautifully designed home with incredible views and un-paralleled features. This one-of-a-kind house has been finished to the highest standards with several notable show-stopping elements. The generous room sizes both up and downstairs, intelligent layout and balance of open-plan living, with the ability to create privacy when required, is the perfect combination for practical, modern living. Privacy, seclusion, tranquillity and practicality abound and the attention to detail both inside and out is first class. If you're looking for a premium home that combines luxury with comfort in an unbeatable location, look no further.

Contact Stowhill Estates today to schedule a viewing and experience the exceptional quality of this remarkable property for yourself.