Charming Grade II* listed lodge in the grounds of Nashdom Abbey.

Description

North Lodge lies on the edge of the grounds of Nashdom Abbey, a magnificent restored Grade II* listed country house standing in about 17 acres of communal gardens and woodland. This detached lodge enjoys a peaceful setting overlooking woodland, being part of the original buildings it is separate from the main house and has easy access. The property is full of character with its own private courtyard garden and benefits from parking to the front and rear, a separate garage and use of the communal grounds and facilities of Nashdom Abbey.

An oversized front door leads into the reception hall with a part vaulted ceiling and a cloakroom. A dual aspect dining room lies to the front and a generous sitting room is located to the rear, with a tall sash window giving views over the courtyard garden. The room features built in cabinetry and a stone fireplace with a gas coal effect fire. The kitchen/breakfast room, with a door giving access to the courtyard, is beautifully fitted with an excellent range of units complemented by Corian worktops. Appliances include an induction hob with extractor, two ovens, built-in fridge and freezer, dishwasher and a washer/dryer.

On the first floor the landing leads to two characterful bedrooms. The principal bedroom is vaulted and enjoys a triple aspect, with a built-in double wardrobe and a good sized en suite shower room with a recessed shower cubicle. The remaining bedroom is split level, with built-in storage and stairs to a mezzanine floor with bespoke fitted wardrobes. A well appointed family bathroom, with a jacuzzi bath, completes the accommodation on this floor.

Outside
North Lodge has parking to the front and an allocated parking bay to the rear, with separate electric gated access leading to the garage. There is also an additional secure allocated parking bay in the grounds. Accessed from the kitchen, the southerly facing courtyard garden is delightful, and has been beautifully landscaped to provide a wonderful outside space for both entertaining, outdoor dining and relaxation. Raised flower beds provide interest, and there is a shed and separate storage area. Benefits of the property include use of about 17 acres of grounds and woodland, with communal facilities including a hard tennis court, heated outdoor swimming pool and a gymnasium (refurbished in 2014).

Historical Note
In 1898, the Russian Prince Alexis Dolgorouki married Frances Wilson, heiress of Fleetwood and commissioned Sir Edwin Lutyens to build Nashdom (Russian for ‘our home’). In 1929 the ownership passed to a Benedictine Order who lived in and cared for Nashdom as an abbey for half a century until they left to merge with a larger monastery near Newbury. The mansion was converted in 1997 to luxury apartments.

Location

Taplow 2.3 miles, Burnham 1.5 miles, Beaconsfield 5.5 miles, Maidenhead 5 miles, Windsor 7 miles, M4 (J7) 3.2 miles, M40 (J2) 4 miles, central London 27 miles. All distances are approximate.

Both Burnham Village and The Bishop Centre in Taplow offer a good range of shops for day-to-day needs while further more extensive shopping facilities can be found in Maidenhead, Windsor and Beaconsfield. There are an abundance of sporting facilities in the area including Cliveden Reach which is regarded as one of the most beautiful stretches of the River Thames for boating and fishing. Lambourne Golf Club adjoins Nashdom Lane and Huntswood Golf Club is at the bottom of Rose Hill, while other local golf clubs can be found in Burnham Beeches, Stoke Poges, Beaconsfield, Denham and Gerrards Cross.

In addition to Nashdom’s own parkland there are many attractive walks in the grounds of Cliveden House and at Burnham Beeches. The M4 (J7) and the M40 (J2) provide access to the M25, M3 and Heathrow. There are rail connections to Marylebone from Beaconsfield, and to Paddington from Burnham and Maidenhead. Crossrail (first phase has now opened) will have direct services from Maidenhead, Taplow and Burnham across London including Bond Street and Canary Wharf.

Square Footage: 1,211 sq ft



Directions

From the M40 (J2) follow the A355 towards Slough. After approximately 150 yards, turn right on to Burnham Road. Proceed for about 2 miles, just past the Jolly Woodman public house turn right on to Wooburn Common Road, then turn left onto Heathfield Road. After about 1.5 miles fork left opposite the main entrance to Cliveden Estate. Follow the road downhill before taking the first left turn on to Nashdom Lane. Continue to the end of the road and the property will be on the right hand side on the corner of Nashdom Lane and Rose Hill.

Additional Info

Services: Water, electricity and gas connected. Private drainage to the whole estate. Please note that none of the services have been tested.

Agents Note: Photos taken June 2021 and February 2022.
You should make enquiries about the external wall system of the property, if it has cladding, and if it is safe or if there are interim measures in place.

Service Charge: £5,300 per annum approximately

Council Tax: G