Imposing detached residence of over 5000sq ft (with approval for further extension), occupying a fabulous parkland setting with grounds of c 7 acres. Rare opportunity to create a 'forever home' in a simply unique location, complete with pool & tennis court in sought after Cookham. Idyllic rural views yet excellent transportlinks, incl Elizabeth line to Canary Wharf, Heathrow, M40, M4 & M25 and a wealth of highly regarded schools close by.‘The Road to Mandalay’….This handsome home set in just under 7 acres represents a rarely available opportunity to create a ‘forever home’ in a simply unique location with a delightful parkland setting, complete with pool & tennis court, in sought after Cookham, with fabulous uninterrupted rural views.  The current house provides over 5000sq ft of well proportioned and substantial living space, immaculately presented throughout, comprising 5 large reception rooms and 6 bedrooms, 5 of which have en-suite bathrooms, a one bedroom annexe with living room/kitchen and shower room, a further 600sq ft of garaging and ancillary space.  There is significant potential for further extension and re-modelling to provide a vast orangery off the current kitchen and dining room, which would then create a superb open plan ‘heart of the home’ family kitchen (permission for this already exists under Permitted Development), additional self contained staff/family annexe, additional home entertainment wing, plus indoor pool complex, together with stables and associated equestrian facilities (subject to necessary planning consents).  We understand that in the order of an additional 5000sq ft could possibly be achieved, ultimately creating a fine country house in excess of 10,000sq ft taking full advantage of the secluded private plot, long drive and commanding views.

Cookham is a hidden gem, the jewel in the crown of the Royal Borough, nestled on the edge of the Chilterns with many pockets of National Trust owned land and a beautiful stretch of the River Thames.  The village is well served with transport links which includes both the M40 (junction 3 & 4) and the M4 (junctions 7 & 8/9) both close at hand, bringing the M25 & Heathrow within easy reach.  Cookham train station provides a fast link, via Maidenhead, to London’s Paddington (journey time under half an hour) and the newly opened Elizabeth line connecting to Canary Wharf just 18 minutes beyond.  Despite the enviable transport connections, the real charm of Cookham is the picturesque scenery, farm & woodland and riverside walks, it’s thriving village centre with shopping parade, Doctor’s surgery, library and Dentist.  The quaint High Street in the old village is designated a Conservation area and comprises an eclectic mix of 15t to 18th Century buildings and an historic 13th Century Church.  There are numerous well regarded restaurants including gastro pubs previously old Coaching Inns within the village, several excellent pubs scattered throughout Cookham Dean and notably The Fat Duck and The Waterside restaurants are just a short drive at Bray.  Sporting pursuits are well catered for, including Cookham sailing club, Cookham Dean cricket club and Winter Hill golf club.  Neighbouring Marlow (Bucks) and Maidenhead (Berkshire) provide a wider range of facilities.  Education options abound, with a wealth of top class schools nearby – including Sir William Borlase Grammar School, Wycombe Abbey & Caldicott Prep School.  School buses serve the village for The Abbey (Reading), Shiplake College (Henley) and Reading Blue Coat (Sonning) and Eton & Harrow are also within reach.  Famous Cookham residents have included English painter Sir Stanley Spencer, the High Street being home to the Stanley Spencer Gallery.  The author Kenneth Grahame also lived here - the area providing inspiration for his renowned classic ‘The Wind in the Willows’.  All in all Cookham is a highly desirable & affluent village, being the perfect blend of country living and commuter convenience.