4 bedroom detached house

MA1087 A stunning, detached Edwardian Home in gardens of approximately one third of an acre situated in a quiet lane on the edge of the village of Granborough. This immaculate property has been extensively and sympathetically renovated to an extremely high standard by the current owners. It provides great living space both inside and out. Edwardian homes rarely come to the market and this is a fine example of a stunning character home that is kept to impeccable standards and situated in a fabulous location. it should also be noted that this house can be sold with no upper chain. Viewings are strictly by appointment

Outside to the front, double iron gates open onto the driveway providing off-road parking for at least six cars. The manicured gardens are beautifully landscaped with the front and side gardens mainly laid to lawn and enclosed by laurel hedging, wrought iron fencing and featuring shrub and flowerbeds as well as a variety of trees. To the rear of the house, the gardens back onto open countryside providing fantastic views. An Indian stone patio is laid to the rear of the property and wraps round to a small patio on the side. The rear garden has a variety of trees including apple, plum and fig. It is enclosed by laurel hedging, post and rail fencing and the original cattle wall to the side. In the garden, there is a luxury detached sauna building with changing area and decking to the front. There is a wooden shed to the side of the property.

The detached double garage provides both power and lighting with good storage space above. Attached to the rear of the garage is a good sized studio which is currently used as a home gym. The studio has oak flooring, vaulted ceilings and plenty of light. This room would also make a great home office for two people.

To the front, the original pedestrian iron gate house opens onto a pathway leading to a beautiful Edwardian vestibule with mosaic tiling and the original Edwardian front door. Typical of the Edwardian era, The Laurels features high ceilings, large picture windows, high-level skirting and picture rails which are prominent throughout. The reception hall gives access to all the main accommodation and features oak flooring which runs throughout the ground floor. The sitting room benefits from an open fireplace housing a cast iron log burner. With a large window to the front, this room is a bright, spacious reception.

The second main reception room is dual aspect making this a light room and benefits from the softer early afternoon and evening light. There is a former fireplace which is beautifully plastered and tiled. Spanning the rear of the house is a stunning open plan area combining the kitchen breakfast room, dining room and snug. With its high ceilings and patio doors to the rear and the side, its triple aspect provides light and a sense of space throughout the day. The high specification kitchen is fitted with a wide range of units. There is a large central island incorporating an oak breakfast bar. The island houses a large stainless steel sink with extendable hose, separate drinking water tap, waste storage, various cupboards and a built in dishwasher. There are a variety of Miele appliances including an induction hob with glass splashback and contemporary extractor hood above; a Sous Vide for the discerning cook along with a combination oven/steamer, coffee machine, combination microwave/oven and a large convection oven. This kitchen really is fabulous. There are large pan drawers, larder cupboards and pendant lights hang over the breakfast bar. There is a full height built in larder fridge and separate full height freezer.

The dining area and snug provide great versatile spaces for entertaining guests and family. This area also has an open fireplace housing a log burner. Adjacent to the kitchen is the utility room with porcelain tiled flooring and a door leading out to a covered porch and rear garden. There are base level units incorporating a butler sink and space for a washing machine and tumble dryer. This area also provides good space for coats,shoes and wellies. An opaque door leads through to a wet room. The wet room features a WC, shower, wash handbasin, heated towel rail and is fully tiled.

The switchback staircase in the reception hall features a grand picture window with light flooding in. The landing provides access to a large, fully boarded loft space. The views of countryside from the first floor are magnificent. The large master bedroom features built in wardrobes and an original Edwardian cast iron fireplace with an ornate surround. The modern en- suite is fully tiled and provides a shower cubicle, twin wash hand basins set in a vanity unit, WC and heated towel rail. Bedroom two is also a large double with built-in wardrobes and another original Edwardian fireplace. Bedroom three is another large double with a large built in wardrobe and again, another original Edwardian fireplace. Bedroom four is also a good double with original Edwardian fireplace, a large built in wardrobe and beautiful views from the large window.

The family bathroom has been beautifully refitted and benefits from lovely views over the gardens and countryside beyond. This large bathroom features a panelled bath with an extendable shower attachment, oversized wash hand basin set in a vanity unit, WC, heated towel rail, walk in shower with handheld shower attachment and rainforest showerhead.

Uniquely placed with catchment for both Aylesbury Grammar Schools and Buckingham Royal Latin School. Also close to Swanbourne Prep school opened by Stowe.