High Street, Bray, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6

Fine period house set in the very heart of Bray village with delightful garden and double garage. This is a unique house set in one of Berkshires most popular villages.

Description

Set in the very heart of Bray village, this substantial property offers spacious accommodation over two floors. The house has an attractive traditionally tiled façade with decorative finials. Internally the classic décor, alongside well-proportioned rooms and high ceilings has created a wonderful family home.

On the ground floor there is a welcoming entrance hall which leads to all the reception rooms. The large conservatory has French doors opening on to the picturesque and private gardens. Red Tiles has two spacious reception rooms. The drawing room has an attractive open fireplace, bespoke storage cabinets, display shelving and a southerly facing square bay window. The connecting dining room has a large westerly facing bay window. These two rooms combine beautifully creating an extensive space for entertaining. The bespoke kitchen has a generous range of crafted units and drawers. There are granite work surfaces and a central island with breakfast bar seating. A door opens directly into the secluded enclosed courtyard. In addition there is a laundry room and utility/boot room with direct outdoor access. This floor is completed by a shower room.

The first floor landing has a delightful window seat with charming views over the garden. The spacious principal bedroom has a fitted dressing room and superb modern en suite bathroom. There are three further well-presented bedrooms and a modern family shower room on this floor.

The enclosed southerly facing garden is wonderful. Principally laid to lawn with well-stocked borders and is ideal for enjoying outdoor relaxation. The part covered courtyard is accessed from the kitchen and conservatory. This sheltered spot is the perfect space for ‘al fresco’ dining. At the end of the garden is the double garage.

Location

The village of Bray is known for the renowned Michelin starred restaurants, The Waterside Inn, Fat Duck, and Hind's Head. Maidenhead and Windsor offer a wide range of shopping and leisure amenities.

There is extensive schooling in the area including Oldfield School, Braywick Court Free School, Holyport College sponsored by Eton College, St. Piran’s, Highfield Preparatory School and Claire’s Court in the local area. As well as Upton House and St. George’s in Windsor, Papplewick and St. Mary’s in Ascot and Eton College. NB. Please refer to schools directly for admissions policies.

Rail access to London (Paddington) is available from both Taplow and Maidenhead (journey times from approx. 19 minutes) and Elizabeth Line services. The M4 is accessible at(junction 8/9 is approx.1.6 miles).

Bray Village sits on the banks of the River Thames and is home to two of the country’s eight three Michelin starred restaurants. The Fat Duck run by Heston Blumenthal and The Waterside run by the Roux family which has held its three Michelin stars for 25 years. Of note is Monkey Island in the river in Bray it is home to the Grade 1 listed Monkey Island Hotel.

The stretch of river between Bray and Maidenhead bridge has been referred to as millionaires row by the national press. The river is also home to the annual Boulters to Bray open water swimming event.

Other local events include Maidenhead Carnival, farmers markets and a calendar of events at Norden Farm Centre for the arts. For boating enthusiasts the delightful Bray Marina offers accommodation for river craft.

Square Footage: 2,973 sq ft