A beautiful arts and crafts house with commanding views over the Chilterns

Description

Hughenden Chase is a superb family house in a wonderful setting on Denner Hill. Designed and built for his own occupation by the famous artist and sculptor Robert Colton, R.A. Hughenden Chase has been extended over the years and now offers excellent lateral accommodation. The principal reception rooms are situated off the main hall, with views over the grounds. The kitchen / breakfast / family room provides the perfect space for families and entertaining. The bedroom accommodation is laid over the first and second floors. A generous master bedroom with en suite bathroom is further benefitted by a private balcony and uninterrupted views over the grounds. Another three bedrooms, each with en suite bathrooms, are on the first floor, with a fifth bedroom and bathroom on the second floor. The annexe provides a further sitting room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom.

GARDENS AND GROUNDS Hughenden Chase sits well within its own extensive grounds, which total approximately 22.32 acres. There are several terraced areas outside the house which are ideal for entertaining or dining and there is a tennis court in excellent condition as well as a heated swimming pool. The garden has mature herbaceous borders and is mainly laid to lawn which extends down to a ha-ha, beyond which the land is divided into paddocks and fields. There is also an all weather manège.

OUTBUILDINGS The stables and store rooms are accessed from the main drive via their mown gated entrance. There is a courtyard, off which there is a tractor store and a recently added gym. Leading through to the stable yard there are four stables, a tack room and a feed store.

Location

Situated in the heart of the Chilterns, Hughenden Chase is located at the end of a private road, in an elevated position with wonderful panoramic views over its own grounds and the Hughenden Valley.

The surrounding Chilterns countryside is designated as green belt land and sits within an area of outstanding natural beauty. Having direct access to bridleways and footpaths leading into the surrounding woodland, Hughenden Chase offers a haven of tranquillity.

Conveniently located within commuting distance from London, Oxford and the Thames Valley. The M40 J4 is approximately 6 miles away.

Mainline railway stations give access to London Marylebone from Great Missenden (35 mins), Amersham (30 mins) and High Wycombe (24 mins).

The nearby villages of Great Hampden, Bryants Bottom and Hughenden all offer well regarded public houses, and sporting amenities including cricket clubs. The larger centre of High Wycombe is just 5.5 miles away, offering an extensive and eclectic range of shopping, large supermarkets through to smaller boutiques within the recently opened and very well regarded Eden Centre. High Wycombe also benefits from a small theatre and two multi-screen cinema complexes.

The market town of Amersham is well served with shops and banks, and the nearby Old Town has a plethora of boutique shops, quaint pubs and highly rated restaurants. Both towns benefit from great transport links to London. From Amersham on The Hill a mainline railway station gives access to Marylebone as well as the Metropolitan line giving access to the tube network.

Buckinghamshire is renowned for its high standard of education, with the area being served by a good number of state and independent schools catering for boys and girls of all ages, including Wycombe Abbey, Godstowe Prep, Pipers, The Royal Grammar School, The Beacon and Wycombe High.

Square Footage: 7,718 sq ft


Acreage: 22.32 Acres