5 bedroom detached house for sale

An impressive Grade II-listed character property with 5 bedrooms and fully renovated interiors. Set in a good size plot within easy reach of the village centre and station.

Description

With a prime setting on the eastern edge of Bourne End village is this detached Grade II-listed property, formerly The Heart In Hand public house converted to a high standard into a warm and characterful family home. The property is believed to be originally 16th century with later modifications in the 19th and 20th centuries and is noted for its timber framed elevations and exposed timber framing, bracing and spine beam internally. In addition there are period and more modern features including the fireplaces, which complement the character feel to the home. The décor is well appointed throughout, having been renovated to a high specification including a striking contemporary kitchen and upgraded bath/shower rooms. The highlights are certainly the generously proportioned reception rooms, which offer ample space for entertaining family and friends.

The more than 2700 sq ft of accommodation is accessed from a porch leading onto the main sitting room, which is open plan to both a large family room and the spacious kitchen/dining room. Also on the ground floor is a study, utility room, bedroom and en suite shower room. On the first floor there is a principal bedroom with en suite shower room, a further three good-size bedrooms (one en suite) and a family bathroom. One of the bedrooms also has a useful mezzanine snug level, making it ideal for older children.

The property is approached over a good-size gravel driveway with of off-street parking for a number of cars. The rear garden is an excellent size and backs onto open countryside. It’s well enclosed by wooden panel fencing and features a garden storage shed and a large patio for garden furniture.

Location

Nestled on the edge of the Chilterns, Bourne End is a thriving village situated on the banks of the river Thames, popular with London commuters, young families and retirees alike. The village amenities provide for everyday needs, with a station to London Paddington (via connection at Maidenhead).

The nearby towns of Beaconsfield, Marlow and Maidenhead offer wider shopping and facilities, with an eclectic mix of independent and national retailers. Just outside the village, the area opens onto glorious Green Belt rolling countryside and a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Outdoor pursuits are numerous, such as sailing, rowing, golf, football, cricket and rugby. Schooling around the area is renowned with a number of state, grammar and private options.

For commuters, Bourne End station provides a superb link to Maidenhead, with London Paddington accessible in as little as 40 minutes. Maidenhead (11 mins from Bourne End station) will soon benefit from the new Crossrail services, providing a superb link to The City and Canary Wharf. The M40 London-bound is accessed at Junction 3, being just 5.5 miles away; the M4 is about 9 miles away at Junction

Square Footage: 2,840 sq ft



Directions

From Bourne End parade head south past the train station. At the roundabout in the centre of the village, take the first exit to onto the A4155/Cores End Road and continue for about half a mile, where the property will be on the left-hand side.

Additional Info

Council Tax = Band G