Remarkable house set in southerly facing landscaped gardens with views over Crown land.

Description

Old Hermitage offers a rare opportunity to own an immaculately presented property in Windsor with parking, garaging, large southerly facing garden and simply breath taking views over Crown land. Formally part of a chapel, Old Hermitage retains many delightful features including arched windows, ornate entrance porch and raised ceilings.

To the front of the property electric gates open on to an expansive gravelled driveway which offers parking for several cars and access to the double garage. Through the pretty lychgate the path leads to the vast sun terrace and the first view of the sensational and secluded gardens.

On the ground floor the drawing room is of particular note. This elegant room lends itself beautifully to entertaining and relaxing. The chic décor, classic detailing, open fire, double aspect views and French doors opening on to the south east sun terrace make this perfect for any occasion. The adjoining open plan dining room has French doors opening on to south westerly sun terrace with far reaching views over open fields. This creates a wonderful flowing layout linking indoor and outdoor beautifully. The well-equipped kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of cabinets and drawers, contrasting granite work surfaces, integrated appliances and space for dining. The kitchen also has direct access to the east. The cosy sitting room has an exposed brick fireplace and direct garden access. This floor is completed by a cloakroom.

On the first floor the spacious landing leads to all rooms. The principal bedroom has the most picturesque and far reaching views over the immaculate formal garden and Windsor Great Park. This beautifully appointed room has fitted wardrobes, drawers as well as a dedicated dressing area. The luxurious concealed shower room completes the suite. There are three further elegant double bedrooms on this floor as well as a family bathroom, cloakroom and study with those wonderful far reaching views.

The garden at Old Hermitage has been beautifully designed to truly take advantage of every aspect of the grounds. The central garden is simply stunning. It has an expansive lawn flanked by well stocked borders which have a delightful combination of variegated foliage, seasonal planting set against a mature hedge. The central pond is stocked with Koi carp and is a delightful focal point. The expansive south terrace is edged with an attractive low brick wall with decorative railings and is accessed directly from the sitting room and family room.

The south west terrace is accessed directly from the dining room open views over Crown land. The south east terrace is accessed directly from the kitchen. At the end of the garden is a gate allowing direct access to Windsor Great Park. This is perfect for dog walkers, runners and those that enjoy a leisurely stroll through the countryside. This thoughtfully designed garden also incorporates a greenhouse, shed, discreetly shielded compost area and log store. The spacious detached double garage offers parking, workshop space and extensive roof storage.

Location

Windsor is a historic location to be proud of, home to Windsor Castle. Set on the river Thames this extensive castle was originally built by William The Conqueror in the 11th Century. The pageantry of the changing of the guard at Windsor Castle still happens. Windsor also has access to the 5,000 acres of Windsor Great Park with its sweeping historic parkland, award winning gardens, ancient woodland and forest trails. Windsor is also host to numerous local events which include Windsor Horse Show, Windsor Dog Show, Swan Upping, Windsor on Ice, monthly Farmers Markets and a full calendar of performances at Windsor Theatre.

Windsor offers a wide range of private schooling including Eton College, St George’s Windsor Castle and Upton House in Windsor, St. Mary’s, Heathfield and Papplewick in Ascot, Lambrook in Winkfield Row and St John’s Beaumont in Englefield Green. State schools include The Windsor Boys School, Windsor Girls School, Trevelyan Middle School, St Edwards First and Middle School and Holyport College. N.B. Please check catchments and admissions policies.

Road connections are accessible from the M4 at Junction 6. Windsor has two train stations: Windsor & Eton Central and Windsor & Eton Riverside, offer services to London Paddington (via Slough) on the Elizabeth Line (average journey time from approximately 38 minutes) and Waterloo (average journey time from approximately 58 minutes) respectively.
Windsor offers a wide range of fitness and leisure facilities This includes Windsor Leisure Centre with leisure pool, gym, classes and sports. Windsor also has a tennis club, bowls club and a rugby football club. For water sports there is Eton excelsior rowing club and Windsor yacht club.

N.B. All distances and journey times are approximate.

Square Footage: 3,295 sq ft