5 bedroom detached house

A stunning home, set in a sought after village, surrounded by beautiful gardens. With flexible accommodation and a fantastic location, EPC E.

Hollyhock Cottage is a home that truly tugs at the heartstrings, set within stunning gardens in this most sought-after village. As you enter, there's a wonderful sense of space and light, with a large reception hall featuring a central staircase, an elegant arched window, antique oak floors that run throughout the ground floor, and plenty of useful storage.

The property has a versatile arrangement with two good-sized double bedrooms on the ground floor, along with a contemporary bathroom featuring a modern white suite. The living accommodation is wide-ranging and flows beautifully from a gorgeous sitting room with a fireplace and feature surround, creating an attractive and cosy focal point. Beyond lies the dining room, a charming space perfect for intimate family mealtimes and with ample room for larger gatherings.

The kitchen/breakfast area lies alongside and is carefully finished with a range of wall and base units topped with attractive wooden worktops, complemented by metro-style tiled splashbacks, a range of good quality integrated appliances, a belfast sink, practical tiled flooring, and useful side access to the garden. The kitchen/breakfast room and dining space could be combined to provide a more open-plan arrangement if preferred. There is a further ground floor cloakroom/utility, and at the rear of the property, a cosy garden room with glazed French doors opening to the terrace and garden, along with a superb office with lovely views across the garden.

On the first floor, the principal bedroom is a real delight, with glazed French doors opening to a Juliet balcony giving an uplifting view of the stunning setting. There is a large ensuite bathroom with a bathtub and a separate shower, and a useful dressing area with a range of fitted wardrobes. There is a further double bedroom with a charming vaulted ceiling and access through to a large storage area (or wonderful den for younger children!), and a large single bedroom, both serviced by a family bathroom.

This property boasts incredible curb appeal, set back from the lane behind smartly kept mature hedging with a large shingle parking area and driveway offering ample space for at least six vehicles. With charming gables, painted timbers and window frames, the house is certainly pleasing to the eye and is situated within a plot of almost 1/3 acre.

A gated side access leads through to the rear garden, a wonderful feature of this very special home. The large expanse of lawn enjoys a particularly private feel with a wooded backdrop, making it a gorgeous space to enjoy. A terrace finished in tiles from Mandarin Stone offers a great space for al fresco dining and social gatherings, alongside the magnificent magnolia tree.

There is a large and attractive timber-clad studio/garage with power and light, offering great possibilities. Additionally, there is a summer house/studio further down the garden, ideal as a hobby room or private, quiet space to read and relax.

Located just 5 miles from Henley-on-Thames, the pretty village of Stoke Row is a thriving and vibrant community, with a fantastic range of amenities including a village shop and café, a garage and two well-regarded pubs, The Cherry Tree and The Crooked Billet gastropub.

There is a popular primary school, lovely old church and the unique Maharajah's Well, all within a short walk. An excellent range of leisure and shopping facilities including a Waitrose, coffee and specialist shops, can be found in nearby Henley.

Henley railway station has good services to London, Paddington via Twyford (with a Crossrail connection), in 45 mins. The area is well-served for schools, both state and private, including The Oratory, Shiplake College, Reading Blue Coat, Moulsford, Cranford House and Queen Anne's in Caversham, all easily accessible. The M4 and the M40 are about 10 miles away and the M4 connects to the M3 and M25 motorway network.

There is a village sports pavilion with two hard tennis courts and a cricket pitch. Stoke Row lies in the Chilterns AONB and there are many miles of walking, cycling and riding paths direct from the cottage without the need to cross any roads.